Top of the Town 2011

No matter how many shows we see at the Gothic, we always walk out the door dazzled. The colorful Art Deco walls with scalloped, cloudlike overhangs give the stage an enticing, theatrical prominence that gets us jazzed while we’re waiting for bands like Slim Cessna’s Auto Club and Paper Bird to roll out. With several tiers from which to view the performance, personal space isn’t an issue like it is at some other venues we frequent, but the experience still feels intimate. No matter where you are, you’re likely to have an uninterrupted view, and the sound quality is stellar. The bar on the top level offers a dead-on shot of the stage, so you can always grab a drink without missing a beat. 3263 S. Broadway, Englewood, 303-788-0984, www.gothictheatre.com