Grove Theater Center appeared to be packed tonight. Nosey me must know why. So, since I'm in the vicinity... Two plays rotating until December 2019. Exit Wounds, World Premiere... written by Wendy Graf and directed by Christopher Hart playing from now until December 15th 2019. Exit Wounds is a mystery play. Here's an excerpt from the promotional poster, "How do you find redemption when someone you love has committed a terrible crime? A story of healing, hope and compassion". The other play is Confederates, Los Angeles Premier... written by Suzanne Bradbeer and directed by Christopher Hart playing from now until December 16th 2019. Confederates appears to be a drama. Here's an excerpt from the promotional poster, "A young and ambitious reporter uncovers a compromising photo of the daughter of a presidential candidate. An older colleague urges him to publish it immediately while the daughter and his conscience tells him to bury it". Tickets for these shows can be purchased online at www.gtc.org Maybe, I'll give GTC five stars if I ever watch a stageplay there, but that's not today. I should be at the Betsy Leuke Creative Arts Center (5-stars), Photography Reception instead of yelping in front the theater. Support Burbank (or your local) Parks & Recreation Department's community activities. read more

Grove Theater Center - One unused ticket for the recycling bin - Performing Arts Near Me - Burbank, California

Visited 12/9/2016 Purchased Fill a Seat LA during the summer and FINALLY used it for the first time last night. VERY difficult to find this place!! I used my WAZE and it took us to the Recreation Center! We decided to drive around the block, but my WAZE still took us here! I decided to park and we walked towards the recreation center and what do we see?!?! A small sign with an arrow pointing towards the back of the Recreation Center. We followed the path and found another sign and there it was.... The Grove Theater!! Looked REALLY small from the outside. When we entered the theater, you right away are in the lobby/intermission area. They sold cookies and drinks only. Small seating area, but nicely done and looks cozy. The theater looks new. The seats were comfortable. The theater states it holds 99 seats which I found hard to believe. By the time the play started (we saw A Christmas Carol), the theater was about 1/4 full. The play itself was well done with only three actors. It's amazing what they did with their "costume changes" utilizing their red or green scarf. The male actor changed his character just by messing up his hair and changing his voice and mannerisms! The play was well done and I would highly recommend it. No intermission. Only 90 minutes. Never a dull moment. Plenty of free street parking. They have their own parking lot, but I don't have a clue as to how to get to it!! We would definitely return. read more

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The theater: Small theater but intimate. Every seat is good seat. They sell snacks & beverages. Small lobby with seats. Overall, very well maintained theater. Since it is not right near big street & no sign anywhere, it is hard to spot. The Parking: Parking lot right next to the theater (free). Also street parking on Olive (free)! The Price: Found the tickets on Goldstar.com. FREE! Only pay $7 service fee!! The Show: "Inside Out" - AWESOME production!! 6 female casts... ALL fantastic!! Great voice & acting!!! Very funny story, really enjoy the show!!! Highly recommended~ The cast even came to the lobby to greet the audience after the show!! It is nice to chat with them in person. 8pm-10:30pm with 15 minutes intermission. read more

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Purchased from Livingsocial "A Christmas Carol," play with complimentary hot drink (tea, cocoa or coffee) before the show. I saw "A Christmas Carol," at the South Coast Repetory in Orange County last year, and wanted to check out this play this year. Easiest way to find this theater - Google Map Creative Arts Center Gallery on 1110 W. Clark Ave., and park in the lot and walk towards the softball field and there's a white building in front that will post banners/flyers of the Grove Theater Center. Got to the theater, I checked in and got my free hot drink (hot cocoa - they didn't have hot apple cider), and took pictures all over. They also sell snacks and other drinks too. They start letting people in about 10mins before showing. The ambience is relaxing and they had Greensleeves and Christmas carols playing before the show. Once the play started, I didn't take anymore pics out of respect. This play is a three player production with no set background other than a large table used in the center stage. The players act out verbally and physically, and you use your imagination for the background scenes. I ended up using Jim Carrey's cartoon version to follow the scenes in my mind. The only thing each player used was a large velvet scarf that they use to create the characters they are playing. Frank Simons (Man), Jenna Augen (Woman), and David Allen Jones (Scrooge) did an amazing job. They were funny, engaging and full of energy. They nailed every aspect of the play within 80 minutes with no intemission. I enjoyed it very much. I thought it would have been boring with no set backgrounds or additional players, but nope - those three were terrific!!! One star off: Small and intimate theater - seats about 100 people and the seats are hella small! You will be rubbing elbows with your seat mates, lol! I was fortunate that the couples sitting to both my sides were women since they were cuddling with their guys and so I got the elbow rests all to myself, lol! Also, my butt was actually hurting towards the end. Ideally, it would be nice if they got better, cushier seats, lol! Yup - this place us worth coming to see another show again - I dig it! read more

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They sure do love to blast the AC in here! This place is kind of difficult to find. If you put "1100 w. Clark" on your GPS you can find it easily. Just follow the signs that says "little theatre" and go inside the park's parking lot. Follow the playground path and you'll find the theatre. This theatre fits about 100 people. 6 people per a row on the left side and 5 people per row on the right. You might be able to get half off price tickets at www.goldstar.com and pay a service fee of $1.50. You can probably buy tickets at the door (cash only) for a bit more. read more

This theater is a hidden gem in Burbank. Unless you've been to a show here, you probably haven't heard of the Grove Theater. It's a small, charming little space that's perfect for an intimate night of theater. The best part of this theater is that there's always ample parking (usually on the street) and it's so easy and convenient to get here. Who says you have to go to Hollywood to see great theater? read more

Free parking on olive past the Rec Center. A great spot to check out a new play and a hidden gem inside the park. Come see a play with your friends and family! read more

Grove Theater Center - Sweet Karma. Come see the brand new show at GTC! Opening June 22nd! - Performing Arts Near Me - Burbank, California

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Watched a play called "The Yellow Boat" for hemophilia day on Saturday 05/17/14. It was so good, the play just blew my mind away. The play was about a young boy who suffered from hemophilia and contracted HIV/AIDS due to his medications. The actors/actresses have a very in depth understanding of the condition. I was so very moved that I shed tears. They also have an open fee for viewing. They don't want to prevent us from the priceless experience of a good theater. Definitely will recommend this place to friends and colleagues. Thank you for such a great night ... read more

We went to see The Little Dog Laughed. This is a cute little theater in the park. I highly recommend this place to see local plays because its a lot of fun and very relaxed. read more

There truly is something to be said for small theatre. Brought my two boys and six others to see a "A Christmas Carol" and loved every moment. All the seats in the theatre were good. Actors came out to meet and greet after the show. Owner was working the concession stand. The experience of the "cozy" atmosphere was almost as fun as the play. Still smiling. You will not be disapointed. Great for family. read more

I took my family to see "A Christmas Carol" at the GTC. It is a small theater, good friendly atmosphere and every seat has a good view. They sell cookies, coffee and water at the entrance. The theater itself needs some TLC, but it's clean and there is plenty of free parking available. The play was terrific! Three actors take you through the story as narrators, storytellers and characters. There is a small and simple stage which serves as the setting for the entire play, but the lighting, sounds and performance are enough to transport you to through the different locations and immerse you in the story. Jenna Augen, David Allen Jones and Frank Simons do a great job setting the ambiance and transmitting the emotions of each character. We were not impressed when we arrived, in fact we were a bit hesitant about the event, but we left more than satisfied with the experience. It's was definitely worth it! read more

My husband and I have been to 2 plays at the grove theater center so far. First we saw the 3 person play the Christmas carol. The actors did such a great job portraying all the characters of the story. I love Christmas and I left there with my spirits lifted..while being reminded of my childhood. I still watch the Christmas carol every year. Last night we watched "Building madness", a new play they have and I couldn't stop laughing. It was so funny. I just want to give them all big hugs for doing such a great job! read more

The GTC-Burbank Theatre has a completely non-descript name to go along with its obscure location: it's in George Izzay Park (whaaa?) between S. Victory Blvd. and N. Griffith Park Blvd. in Burbank (whaa?). You park near the jet plane (huh?) at 1111 W. Olive Avenue and walk into the park, past the Olive Recreation Center. The actual theatre is a stand-alone building behind the rec center, and the entrance faces the softball field. I know, weird, huh? The first time I came here, I thought, "this CAN'T be right", but I found it by looking at the clot of hip-cazh, artsy, starving-artist-lookin' Asians standing in front of the building. This has been the home of Lodestone Theatre for the past couple of years - they're the theatre-in-residence - and it's a sweeet little facility. It's intimate - I'm guessing somewhere around 90 seats? - but it's a fairly new facility, so it's kind of a tiny little jewel box compared to most sub-99 seat theatres that dot the LA basin, with nice comfy seats, and a surprisingly plush-yet-funky ambience. It's a nice place to see a show, and what's inside is usually worth seeing, and even if it turns out to be a dud, you will already be smarter person than you were before, because you actually found the place! read more