Focal Point

I’ve been trying to think about how to write this review for a little while now. Reason being, is that I’m not sure what to think of this place. It’s a bit on the small side, but I bet most performances don’t nearly pack the whole place like the time I went recently. It is a neat place overall. There are a number of rows of chairs that look to be from an old theater or something that they can easily move around for different events. There are also extra folded chairs that are placed in the back for additional seating as needed. The place provides cushions to offer more support with seating, though they are pretty worn so maybe consider bringing your own cushions if you have any. There is a bar next door that you can easily wonder over to get food and drinks from to enjoy during the shows.
Biggest thing about this place before anyone starts hating on it too much is that the people who run this place are a non-​profit group. So a lot of the stuff is needed to last a while. This means that people need to also do their part in taking care of this wonderful place.

Never had anything but a great time here! Charming & intimate little rustic venue. if you appreciate a wide variety of lesser known, but often amazingly talented (frequently folk) musicians and vocal artists, then do not hesitate to check this place out and their upcoming performances & activities can be viewed online @
No lines, no bad seats, and parking within the block. tickets range from $ 10.00-&15.00 for approx. 2 hrs. of phenomenal recording artists that are always engaging the audience with interesting stories, i.e. history of the band, it’s members or origin of a song.

I walked in well after a band had started. I think they must have thought I was outside for a smoke because I wasn’t charged. Two people popped out of their seats in the front row so we plopped down there. This place is small, intimate, but the sound is decent and the vibe is cool.

This place is cute in a retro kind of vibe.
A friend invited us to see a friend of hers band play, they where awesome!
The seats where crazy rickety and old, but like I said the place was very retro. You have to go to the bar next door for a drink, but really who would mind that.
If you get a chance to go and check out a band, do it it will be fun!

The acoustics are great.
I’ve heard of the Focal point for years, but I’ve never been to see any music there. Boy was I missing out. Great atmosphere and they always have some great musicians playing.
Bring your own Wine/​Beer and there is public off street parking very near.

The first date I ever went on when I moved to St. Louis was at the Focal Point so it will always be remembered as a good spot to spend some time.
Thank god it was a good date or maybe this review wouldn’t be so shining.
What I love most about this venue is that you can pick music to your taste and plan a night, or just show up and learn about some new style you haven’t given much thought to.
Oh yeah, and if you’re gonna wing it make sure you bring some canned goods as sometimes that’s the preferred payment option.

The Focal Point will always hold a special place in my heart.
My first boyfriend and I used to go there all the time when they were located in Webster Groves. We’d take swing dancing lessons and then participate in open dancing. It was the most fun I’d ever had in my life. The classes were fun and easy to understand and it didn’t cost much at all.
They advertise the dance lessons on their site, which also include English Country dancing and Zydeco/​Cajun dancing.
They even have poetry readings and all manner of musical performances. It’s in a super location and it’s really a lovely venue, fun for the whole family.