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Wadsworth
11301 Wilshire Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90073
(310) 479-3003
Outstanding theater in a historic landmark. That’s what you’ll experience at the Wadsworth Theater, which is located in the heart of the Veteran’s Administration grounds in Brentwood. The theater has been the host to many off-Broadway shows, concerts, movie premiers, screenings, dance, symphony, symposia and local talent since its inception in 1939. It's easy to overlook but shouldn't be missed - the talent is exceptional and parking is easy! Tickets are available through Ticketmaster and visit their website for the schedule, show times and ticket prices.
UCLA Live!
B100 Royce Hall Box 951529 Los Angeles, CA 90095
(310)825-4401
UCLA Live events happen approximately nine months out of the year in various UCLA campus venues, and occasionally in off-campus venues. Plan your visit in advance using website information about directions and parking, accessibility for special needs, the fantastic new bar and concessions service, great nearby places to eat before or after a show, and area hotels in case you or your guests are visiting from out of town.
The Actors’ Gang
9070 Venice Blvd. Culver City, CA
310-838-4264
The Actors' Gang is one of Los Angeles' most enduring theatre ensembles. Founded in 1981 by a group of renegade theatre artists (including Tim Robbins), the Gang's mission is to create bold, original works for the stage and daring reinterpretations of the classics. Their work is raw, immediate, socially minded, and crafted with the highest artistic standards. In addition to their collection of acclaimed works, the Gang also has an amazing education and community outreach program that offers special rates on shows and opportunities for young artists to learn about the wonderful world of live theatre.
Theatre Palisades
941 Temescal Canyon Rd Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
(310) 454-1970
Community theatre at its best! Serving up high quality live performances for over four decades, this venue is not to be missed. The volunteer-run 125-seat theatre maintains a busy schedule of five major productions with a run of 15 to 22 performances. The theatre also offers chamber music concerts, special shows, meetings, and independent new films every last Sunday of the month, provided by Bob Sharka's Friends of Film. By tickets from their Box Office, which is open Wed. – Thurs. 3:30pm – 6:30pm; Fri. – Sat. 3:30pm – 8pm; and Sun. 1pm – 2pm.
Santa Monica Playhouse
1211 4th St Santa Monica, CA 90401
(310) 394-9779
It’s charming, it’s cozy and an old-time neighborhood favorite. The internationally acclaimed Santa Monica Playhouse has flourished since its early days in 1960. Here you’ll discover theater productions for all ages. Each year, they produce four to six shows in a variety of genres from eclectic to classic in the 88-seat venue. For decades, they have presented the Family Theatre Musical Matinee Series every weekend at 1pm and 3pm. Audience members can park in Municipal Parking Structure No.1 directly across the street. Call the Box Office to order tickets and visit their website for the current calendar.
Pacific Resident Theatre
703 Venice Blvd Venice, CA 90291
(310) 822-8392
Based in Venice, California, Pacific Resident Theatre was founded by actors with a mission to produce known playwrites, unearthing uncommon and seldom seen classics, and discovering new and innovative plays. Their extraordinary productions have received accolades from critics with over 200 theater awards including the prestigious Margaret Hartford Award for continuous achievement in the small theater arena. Visit their website to purchase tickets in advance. Also, the Box Office voicemail is available 24 hours a day at (310)822-8392. The Box Office line is open every Tuesday through Saturday from 3 pm to 7 pm, and Sunday from 12 pm to 2 pm.
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