I've been coming here for metal shows for years. My husband and I both love it here and have never had a bad experience. Sometimes it's really hot inside, but I think that's because of the amount of people. They do have huge industrial side fans on each side of the floor which helps.
My complaint use to be the fact that it was standing room only. There was no where to sit. Last year my husband was diagnosed was Stage IV cancer, so we were unable to go to shows at this venue. Then someone mentioned a VIP balcony that they added!
We went Thursday for Summer Slaughter and paid $20 extra for each ticket. Upstairs you have bar stools to sit on and there are bathrooms and a bar up there as well! No Waiting in line downstairs. The view from the balcony is great and it's 21 and over. Keep the "kids" on the floor where they are free to mosh and act crazy. Being in my late 30s I want to still be able to enjoy metal shows, but I don't want to be pushed around or moshed in to.
We had such an enjoyable evening Thursday watching all the craziness from the low key balcony area. I've seen so many great shows at this venue. I smile every time I drive by it thinking of all the concerts I've enjoyed at The Marquee.