Two bands, one night, and a songbook that covers most of what made 1980s British guitar music worth being miserable about. Sony Hall is a below-street Art Deco room with chandeliers and table service, which is a genuinely funny setting for people to shout along to Boys Don't Cry. If your record collection has a black-and-grey section, this is the weekend's cheapest route back to it.
What to expect
You descend a staircase off West 46th into a wide, low room with a balcony, tables toward the front and a standing area behind. Expect an audience that dresses the part, singalongs on every chorus, and a run of songs from both catalogues rather than a strict album recreation.
Good to know
- Take the N, Q, R, W, 1, 2, 3, 7 or S to Times Sq–42nd St and walk a few blocks north on Broadway.
- Sony Hall sells both table seating and standing-room tickets; check which you are buying before you commit.
- Table tickets often carry a food or drink minimum at this venue, so budget accordingly.
- The room is downstairs from street level, so ask the venue about step-free access if you need it.
- Good for a group that wants to sing along rather than stand respectfully.
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Common questions
Are these the real bands?
No. Both acts are tribute bands performing the Smiths and the Cure catalogues; neither original group is involved.
Is it seated or standing?
Sony Hall offers both. Tables sit toward the front of the room and there is a standing area behind them, so check your ticket type.
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