I've been at many events at AEC and yet to leave dissatisfied. The venue itself has a nice, classic feel to it. If you ever have been to New York or Philadelphia, it sort of reminds me of one of the upstart night clubs where the big time bands once got their start at. Is it the US Airways Center or Gila River Arena? No. However, you also won't wind up overcrowded, sitting so high up in the stands, you need binoculars to see what's going on and won't have to pay hundreds of dollars per ticket to get closer. There's not a bad seat in the venue, the ticket prices are more than reasonably priced and the shows are well worth what you spend. That Wayne guy at the front is a pain in the ass but you can't win em all. Just kidding Wayne :). In all truthfulness, I recommend everyone at least give it a shot and check a show out there. Wayne does his best to make sure each show experience one that is worth going to and truly wants everyone to leave the venue satisfied. Can't ask for much more than that.