State Live Music

What is your cancellation policy for snow? What time does the box office open today?

Back to topWhat is your cancellation policy for snow? What time does the box office open today?

What is your cancellation policy when it snows?

We don't have one.  We decide on a case-by-case basis.  If the show is cancelled, we will post that information on the website. 

The box office is open 12-6 Monday through Saturday.

How Do I Get Tickets?

Back to topHow Do I Get Tickets?Please go to the "TICKETS" tab at the top of this page

Where is my seat?

Back to topWhere is my seat?

The State Theatre is a half-seated, half-standing venue.  If you would like to sit for the show, there is a balcony with theatre-style seats (first-come, first-served), and there are dining tables on the main level (some of which may be reserved-see next FAQ).  

The rest of the venue is standing room, with open areas in front of the stage as well as room around the 4 bars and behind the dining tables.  The only way to have a guaranteed seat is to make a dinner reservation.  Occasionally, a show will be all-seated (no standing room available) or all-standing (no tables/chairs).  This will be noted in the individual show details page.

Can I eat at the State?

Back to topCan I eat at the State?

Yes you can.  Most, but not all, of our shows offer the opportunity for you to dine at a table.  We reserve ½ of the dining tables in advance for a fee of $5/seat (minimum 2) and leave the other ½ available on a first-come, first-served basis. 

There is a $10/person food minimum at all dining tables (Beer is not food.  Neither is an appletini).  Tables may be reserved as soon as tickets for a show are on sale, and we stop taking reservations at 5 p.m. the day before the show.  You can make a reservation by calling the box office or stopping by in person.  We do not accept reservations by e-mail or voice mail, though we will try to get back to you promptly.  You do not have a reservation until you have spoken with someone in the box office and your payment has been received.  The box office is open 12-6 Monday through Saturday. 703-237-0300

A table reservation simply guarantees that we will hold you table for 45 minutes after the doors open.  After that time, the table will be given to someone waiting to eat. Your reservation fee is a non-refundable fee that is not applied to your purchase.  Please make sure you have a ticket to the show, as a table reservation does not guarantee you entry. 

If you do not get a seat at one of our tables, food is also available at the bar in the lobby.  You may view the menu here (items and prices are subject to change).

Can anyone come to a show? and Where is my drink?

Back to topCan anyone come to a show? and Where is my drink?

Because we are a nightclub with a liquor license, we have some restrictions.  For most - but not for all - of our shows, you must be 18 or older unless you are accompanied by your parent.  Because we have to have extra staff to monitor those of you under 21, we collect a security fee of $3 from you at the door. 

Some of our shows are 21 or older to enter.  In these cases, you must be at least 21 years old to get in. No Exceptions - even if you come with your parent.

In order for us to make sure that there is no underage drinking, we do not allow you legal imbibers to leave your beverage unattended, lest it get into the wrong hands.  Security will throw your drink away, and we won’t give you a free one when you come back for it.  Please be diligent!  And, finally, we will not allow entry to patrons who are intoxicated, either when they arrive, or at any point throughout the evening.  So, take it easy on that party bus, or you’ll spend the evening on it instead of in here with your friends. 

Age restrictions for each show are always listed on the individual event's details page.  Please check the age limit before purchasing tickets.  No refunds will be given if you show up and don't meet the age requirement.

How do I find out about upcoming shows?

Back to topHow do I find out about upcoming shows?

While this website is the most comprehensive place to check on upcoming shows, you can always find our ad in the Washington City Paper, Falls Church News-Press, Washington Post weekend section,  The Onion, MySpace and Facebook.

And sign up for our mailing list. We’ll send you regular updates.  We promise not to go overboard, and we definitely won’t give anyone else your info.

Can I get a ticket for a sold-out show?

Back to topCan I get a ticket for a sold-out show?

If the show is sold-out, we have no more tickets available.  We do not re-sell tickets that are not picked up from will-call.  Occasionally, a band or promoter will return unsold tickets to us, which we will then make available for purchase.  This almost always occurs on the night of the show, often after the doors open.  We do not keep a waiting list for these tickets, and we do not make official announcements when it occurs.  Basically, if it happens, it happens, and if you happen to be there at the right time, you'll get 'em.

How do I get my band to play there?

Back to topHow do I get my band to play there?

If you are in a band and would like to be considered for a support slot on one of our shows, please send an EPK to booking@thestatetheatre.com and we will contact you if a potential date comes up.

Please DO NOT send a hard press kit unless specifically asked.

Please keep in mind that we receive hundreds of submissions per week, and cannot get back to everyone. Take a minute to look at the kinds of shows we book and contact us about your request accordingly. 
No unsolicited phone calls will be answered for booking related questions - for first time bookings, contact through e-mail ONLY.

How do I get there?

Back to topHow do I get there?

Ten minutes from Georgetown and Tysons, the State Theatre is located inside the beltway in the 300-year-old City of Falls Church, Virginia. The address is 220 North Washington Street (Washington Street is also called Lee Highway / Rt. 29). Please note that Washington Street is not the same thing as Washington Boulevard (Route 237). The Theatre is ¾ of a mile from the East Falls Church Metro Station.

FROM MARYLAND: Take 495 (Outer Loop of the Beltway) over the American Legion (Cabin John) bridge. Three miles after crossing bridge into Virginia, take LEFT HAND exit for Route 66 EAST. Get off at EXIT 69 (Lee Highway/Washington Boulevard exit). At top of ramp, turn RIGHT onto Lee Highway (Route 29 South). Go 6 blocks, and you will see The State Theatre on your left.

Via the Wilson Bridge from Maryland on 495/95 South (Inner Loop of the Beltway), take exit for Route 66 EAST. Get off at EXIT 69 (Lee Highway/ Washington Boulevard exit). At top of ramp, turn RIGHT onto Lee Highway (Route 29 South). Go 6 blocks, and you will see The State Theatre on your left.

FROM I-95 IN VIRGINIA: Take 495 towards Tysons/Rockville (Inner Loop of the Beltway), take exit for Route 66 EAST. Get off at EXIT 69 (Lee Highway/ Washington Boulevard exit). At top of ramp, turn RIGHT onto Lee Highway (Route 29 South). Go 6 blocks, and you will see The State Theatre on your left.

FROM VIRGINIA: Herndon, Reston, Fairfax, Tysons…most people know how to get onto Route 66 EAST. Get off at EXIT 69 (Lee Highway/Washington Boulevard exit). At top of ramp, turn RIGHT onto Lee Highway (Route 29 South). Go 6 blocks, and you will see The State Theatre on your left.

FROM ROUTE 7 & 495: Take the Route 7 Exit - EAST (Route 7 is also called Leesburg Pike at this point but becomes Broad Street when you enter the City Of Falls Church). Go about 3+ miles until you come to a traffic light at the intersection of Route 7 and Washington Street. Turn left onto North. Washington Street (which is Route 29 North). The State Theatre is ½ block up on your right.

FROM WASHINGTON DC: Take Route 66 WEST. Get off at EXIT 69 (Sycamore Street/Falls Church exit). At bottom of ramp, turn RIGHT onto Sycamore Street. At first traffic light, turn LEFT onto Washington Blvd. At next traffic light, turn LEFT onto Lee Highway (Route 29 South). Go 6 blocks, and you will see The State Theatre on your left.

From Washington DC via ROUTE 50 WEST: Take the FALLS CHURCH/ROUTE 7 exit. Stay to the right on Route 7 West (Leesburg Pike). Go three quarters of a mile to the traffic light at the intersection of Route 7 and North Washington Street. Turn RIGHT onto North Washington Street (Route 29 North). Go ½ a block and you will see The State Theatre on the right.

FROM WASHINGTON DC Via ROUTE 395: Get off at the Route 7/King Street exit heading WEST. Go 5 miles until you come to the intersection of Route 7 and Route 29. Turn RIGHT onto Route 29 North (North Washington Street) and you will see the Theatre on your RIGHT.

WALKING DIRECTIONS FROM THE METRO STATION

FROM EAST FALLS CHURCH METRO STATION (ORANGE LINE): Go out the Main Exit Door and walk to your left on Sycamore Street. At the first traffic light, cross the street (the sidewalk is on that side) and walk to your left up Washington Boulevard. At the next traffic light, walk to your left up Lee Highway. Walk 6 blocks, and you will see the Theatre on your left. It is about ¾ of a mile in distance, and takes about 15 minutes to walk.

There is a taxi stand outside the Main Exit Door to the right, and it's about a 4 minute cab ride from there to the Theatre.

Bus service is also available, but the schedule varies depending on the day of the week. Check with MetroBus/MetroRail Transit Information at 202-637-7000 or visit their website at http://www.wmata.com for further details.

Where do I park?

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There is plenty of on and off street parking in Falls Church. The closest public lot is across Park Place from the Theatre - directly behind Clare and Don's. When parking please keep in mind the following:

Public parking spaces are now painted (on the ground) in light blue, and have "2 Hour Parking" painted on them (also in blue). You will not be towed from any public space. This applies to off-street parking only. Regular on-street parking is not painted. If an (off-street) space is not painted blue, you may get towed if you park there. The most un-friendly lot is the one directly across from the front of the Theatre, where the 7-Stars convenience store is located. If you park anywhere along the length of that lot, you will probably be towed.

* Pay attention to the signs - particulary when parking off street. Some private lots are posted tow zones.
* There is no parking on the main streets in Falls Church, but most side streets allow parking.
* There is no parking in the Applebee's restaurant lot, the Kaiser Permanente Hospital lot or the Park Washington office complex lot.

Can I bring my camera or recording gear?

Back to topCan I bring my camera or recording gear?

 

The venue defers to the act regarding their specific photo/taping policy.  99% of the time, the policy is as follows:  No video, no professional cameras, no taping, no use of flash.  But each band has it's own rules, and can change them as they see fit, so don't bring anything you are not comfortable leaving in your car.

Do you have coat check?

Back to topDo you have coat check?

Sometimes.  If the weather justifies it, we open up coat check.  The best bet to find out for sure is to call the box office on the day of the show at 703-237-0300.

How can I join the Street Team to get free tickets?

Back to topHow can I join the Street Team to get free tickets?

 

You can join the State Theatre Street Team to help get the word out about our upcoming shows and earn free tickets to your favorite ones at the same time.  To sign up, or if you just some more info, email streetteam@thestatetheatre.com

What happens if I cannot attend the show?

Back to topWhat happens if I cannot attend the show?

All ticket sales are final, no refunds or exchanges. No exceptions.
You are welcome to give someone else your tickets as long as you are not selling them for above face value.  To give your tickets to someone else you have two options:

Stop by the box office in advance of the show, pick up your tickets, and give them to the person that will be using them.  Tickets can be picked up, by the person that purchased them, whenever the box office is open (M-Sat 12pm - 6pm and Shownights 12pm - 10pm).

OR

Call the box office between Noon and 5pm on the day of the event with your order information and the entire ticket order can be put under a single different name.  That person will then need their photo ID and the original ticket order number to claim the tickets.  We cannot process name changes in advance of the show, it must be on the day of.

Do you have a blog? Twitter? Facebook? I need to know MORE!!

Back to topDo you have a blog? Twitter? Facebook? I need to know MORE!!

YES!  we want to be with you all the time too...

http://twitter.com/StateTheatreDC

http://statetheatreafterparty.wordpress.com/

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Falls-Church-VA/The-State-Theatre