Thundercat plays six-string bass like a lead instrument and sings falsetto over it, which is a combination that either works live or collapses; his does. Putting that band inside a gilded 1929 movie palace instead of a black-box club is most of the appeal here. If you want a Brooklyn night that gets you out of the usual Williamsburg circuit, Flatbush and this room are worth the ride.
What to expect
A seated show in a heavily decorated 1929 auditorium with a deep balcony, plus a support set from TiaCorine. Expect long instrumental stretches and the loose between-song patter Thundercat is known for. The lobby and lounges are worth arriving early to see.
Good to know
- Beverley Rd or Church Av on the Q, or Newkirk Plaza on the B and Q, are the closest stops
- The theater is a landmarked 1929 palace; give yourself time for the lobby before doors
- Orchestra seating is flat toward the front, so the balcony often has better sightlines
- Flatbush Avenue around the venue has good Caribbean food before the show
- Doors and support act mean the headliner starts well after the listed time
Going? Keep it.
Common questions
Who is opening?
TiaCorine is listed as the support act on this date.
Is Kings Theatre seated?
Yes. It is a restored 1929 movie palace with roughly 3,000 seats across orchestra and balcony levels.