Will return Their…read moreOpera House is a modern box structure that reminds one of Lincoln Center. It's next to the Disney Concert Hall, across the W 1st Street. The fountain changes color, which looks cheap. The foyer is small, but the pre-show talk is most wonderful. The interior is good and the seats are comfortable. Like the Sarasota Opera House, they put English subtitles on a banner above the stage, whereas the Met puts them on the back of the seat with multiple language options. Inside, there are many vendors. The five-act opera by Charles Gounod (1818-93), which premiered in 1867 in Paris. It was based on Shakespeare's play (The Tragedy of Romeo and Juliet) that premiered in 1597. The production of the opera is great. It's a packed house. Rolling in bed, half naked: seriously? They received thunderous applause.

Do not park in the parking structure next to the Opera. You will be stuck in traffic for over an…read morehour, especially if you're not close to the exit of the street. We were on the 6th floor and were trapped in a long slow moving line. The $10 flat fee was not worth it. Otherwise, great show. The plot was a little slow moving but the singers were fantastic. The subtitles weren't exactly correct or very behind and the Hollywood Pantages does a better job. They have a preview an hour before the show where the staff talk about the play. There are lots of spoilers so I wouldn't recommend going if you want to go in blind. However, if you already know the plot, then it's a lovely insight on behind the scenes and themes of the play. We sat in the Balcony and it was a little hard to see the actors' faces and expressions. But you get a great overview of the stage and orchestra. I recommend sitting a little closer like the Loge unless you have binoculars. They sold generic sandwiches, snacks, and lots of alcohol. No drinks allowed in the seating area. There's a souvenir shop but it's more general to the opera and not specific to the play being held unlike how musicals have specifically musical merch available. Bathrooms were very nice but insanely crowded during intermission. So try to go before the show. Plenty of stairs since the elevators move slowly. Overall, it's a nice venue but not equipped for max capacity. Staff is very nice though.

I can't even count the times I've been to the Pantages but I fall in love with it's architecture…read moreand classic ambience every single time. Pantages staff are always super friendly, helpful, but also run a tight ship. House lights dim and speakers chime as curtain calls begin. Cocktails at the bookend bars are usually themed and delicious. Merch and concessions are available in the middle of the lobby. Bathroom lines get crazy during breaks so going before the show is highly encouraged. Photos and videos of any kind are prohibited. They will see you and track you down at your seat if you are caught filming. Each production I've seen at the Pantages is flawless and most entertaining. The Pantages is a staple in Hollywood and I hope to continue to experience it's beauty far into the future.

This was my third show at the Pantages, and honestly every time the performances are amazing. This…read moretime we saw MJ The Musical, and it was really absolutely fantastic. The singers, dancers, sound quality - everything was very professional and enjoyable. The theater itself is also beautiful inside and always creates a special atmosphere. My only repeated complaint is how freezing cold it gets inside. I remembered this from my last visit, so this time I actually dressed very warmly boots, tights, leather pants, a warm sweater, and even kept my jacket on the whole show. And I was still cold. The AC is just way too strong, especially considering it was already spring outside. Also, drinks and snacks are extremely overpriced, as always. But overall, the show itself was fantastic and definitely left us with great memories again.

Well, first and foremost I would like to thank the whole entire crew and staff members at this…read morebeautiful venue that has caused & delivered so many memorable, excellent, fantastic pleasures over the decades to so many people from around the world!! I have been to the LA Philharmonic Walt Disney Concert Hall several times to see/hear different genres of music from ballet, to symphony, to jazz, and of course classical music, and during the holidays they give a great performance by their choir. Those of you who know me, know I love classical music and do have my favorite composers: Chopin, Vivaldi and Mozart. On Sunday, March 29th at 7:30pm my friend and I went to see Strauss, Bruch, & Moussa's elegant, classy performance that shook up the whole entire venue and the audience. It was just MAGNIFICENT! 10/10 The venue itself is STUNNING! Glamorous and easy to navigate all the aisles. Our seats were very comfortable and you can see the stage from any corner/angle since the theatre is not that big. Also has balcony seating. Tickets were $50 a piece not including tax. It has a beautiful gift shop, garden, different restaurants all around the building, and a small store where you can purchase some beverages and snacks. Overall, a GREAT performance and we both had a lovely time. Parking is $10 with few an entrances and few restrooms for both men & women. Thank you all for another AWESOME performance!! Will definitely return again next time I get a brochure or pamphlet in my mail.

January 29, 2026 | Downtown LA | Dressed in gowns, excited for a Girls Night Out, my friend and I…read morehad a fantastic experience at the Walt Disney Concert Hall! The performance was even more amazing than we had imagined & so lively! Music | The LA Phil was incredible! The sounds of the different instruments, made a beautiful melody! The soft, beautiful, magical, fairytale-like sounds, as if butterflies are fluttering about were my favorite! I especially love the sound of the flutes! It was also incredible hearing the powerful, booming sounds, as the musicians played fiercely! It really stirred up excitement inside & made my heart race at times! Performance | Elim Chan & Masabane Rangwahasha | 100% fabulous! They were both incredible! It was amazing seeing a female conductor lead with so much passion, grace, as well as excitement! It's as if she was doing a beautiful yet powerful dance! Hearing the beautiful voice and talent radiating from Masabane, as she sang opera was mesmerizing! She stood confident, poised & proud and was a sight to be seen and heard! Walt Disney Concert Hall | Magical! I loved all of the curves and shapes of the building, both inside and outside, as well as the majestic shades and colors throughout! Drinks & Bites | I was excited to see refreshments, as I know, we were going to eat afterwards, but a light bite was perfect! I enjoyed a few bites of my chocolate brownie & my friend and I had a glass of red wine! Our bartender was awesome! I believe he was located on the fourth floor, personality plus, thanks again! Also, eating is only allowed in the lobby areas! Intermission | 15-20 Minutes! Overall | I'm super excited to return for future performances at the Walt Disney Concert Hall, as it truly was a magical experience!

The newly remodeled outdoor downtown LA pavilion is so pretty, it will take your breath away. And…read moreso will the low cost underground self-parking (only $10, which has got to be the best deal in town). The huge courtyard with giant fountain spans the three theatres there -- the Mark Taper, the Ahmanson (both for plays and musicals), and the mighty Dorothy Chandler (for opera and ballet). It's massive! We were there for the new Philip Glass opera, ancient Egypt's Akhnaten. Lots of Queen Nefertiti cosplay so it's worth getting there early for the people watching. Seats are impossibly pricey, so it may be a one-time thing but I'd say worth it. Our front row seats (but on the side so you miss a tiny, tiny bit of the stage) were about $200 each. The Dorothy Chandler is huge so you may need your (appropriately named) opera glasses if you're up in the hinterland. For most operas, there are "supertitles" above the stage which translate what you're watching. Robbie Yelp tip on food -- the sit-down restaurants on and adjacent to the plaza are super pricey. Instead, do this: the Mullin Wine Bar is right there on the pavilion. For two to share, get one pizza and one charcuterie plate. Both are delicious and filling; that's $50. Add drinks and you're getting close to a hundo, but it is what it is. Take your food and drinks out into the plaza for people watching until the opera bell rings. O sole mio!

The Dorothy Chandler Pavilion has great opera. Now, they repeat operas too much and if I have to…read morehear someone singing "Figaro" again, I will need to be medicated. We have given up our Season Pass because of the repeats, but now and again they have a new and very special opera. We just saw Akhnaten there and it was magical. It had a huge and so talented cast and it was perfect. The music was scored by Philip Glass and the BBC conductor did this one and she was amazing. It is a little pricy for good seats and I wish they had some decent seats, not in the last row of the balcony, that are more reasonably priced. Parking if you are in a normal care is easy. You can valet for a fee of about 20$ or park right across from the valet in the parking structure for a lot less and you just take the elevator and you will be in the middle of the pavilion. If you are in a large truck you will have a hard time finding a parking space. You will note the Dorothy Chandler because it is the big white one. The pavilion also houses the Mark Taper, which is a great place to see new plays and the Ahmanson, which for the most part has great musicals, but again, the repeats are too much. Their used to be great dinning there as it is pretty much the heart of Downtown LA, but the eateries there have really gotten bad, so eat elsewhere. It is beautiful and clean inside. The staff really needs to work on helping people find their seats and not just pointing. Get there on time. Have a great night.

Ahmanson Theatre really impressed me. I didn't know what to think as I have never been and it was…read moregreat. I sat at Orchestra Rear, Row R, Seat 1. It was a great seat for me as I was able to see the stage. The way that the theater was set up, it was designed for all to see. I would like to try the upper level to see if that's a better angle. But for my $40 that I spent, I was VERY happy for the price and the seats. I picked up my ticket from Will Call, it was an easy pickup. The parking is at the Music Center entrance for $10 and you take the escalators upstairs to the theater which was nice and convenient. There's beverages, sandwiches and snacks to purchase as well. I went to watch Kim's Convenience and I was also lucky that they had the cast speaking at the end of the play so that was still well worth the money. I would definitely come back and enjoy the theater.

As an empty nester, I'm rediscovering my love for live theatre pre-kid and venturing back into the…read moreLA fine art scene. This is my first time at the Ahmanson despite living in LA for over three decades. I loved the little walkable area around the theatre. I was treated to a last minute ticket for "Kim's Convenience Store" and for a week night was surprised how full the theatre was. Parking was shockingly only $10!!! Would definitely come back!

I went for the Glass, he went for the Kafka…read more May 5. While apparently the rest of the city was freely downing Cinco de Mayo tacos and tequila, we attended the final performance of the production of the opera In The Penal Colony at The Studio Theater CSULB. This is a fine small auditorium, well planned and comfortable. That comfort is essential for full attention to be given to the many aspects, somber and sober, of this excellent (with caveat) production. First, the raison d'être for my attending. I find that this opera is one of Philip Glass' most stunningly beautiful. The string quintet, though mounted out of sight, was the engine for this brilliant study of a killing "machine". The strong voices of tenor Doug Jones and baritone Zeffis Quinn Hollis were superb. I consider this an important work well developed and well measured by conductor Andreas Mitisek. I would not want to engage in criticism out of my realm. The book of Kafka's short stories is bedside awaiting me to pick it up. Somewhere along the line in the twentieth century, opera went slightly mad in its desire to stage productions that meet modern needs. (Next season's King Arthur [as a comic book superhero] by Henry Purcell in collaboration with whimsically juvenile-loving Musica Angelica arouses much curiosity. Get ready kids.) Kafka wrote of inhumanity and absurdity of humans over a hundred years ago. The added text from the student's ensemble personal incarcerations diminished that theme. There was an important point to make, no question, but youth personalized stories led to unanswered questions and reduced their message. Corral students freedom of speech, really? Really that's the kid's sugar treat. Poor staging revolved around stomping students many with muddy line delivery. Stage direction to place them behind a stark curtain (à la Julie Taymor, à la wayang kulit) and silent for ultimate expressiveness was inspired. Poorly developed as a Greek chorus but when given the opportunity to act, Morgan Pimental, John E. Pizzini, Matthew Limas and especially Mark Oliver ably shone through the ponderous choreography.

Long Beach Opera is a small company. Size doesn't matter. Most of the voices are good and the…read moreorchestra is stronger than their size would indicate. Their venue (the Terrace Theater) does not have the best acoustics, but they are doing edgier productions that what you see at the neighboring Los Angeles Opera. I am a fan.

Review is for the food they have on site, since the restaurants have no place to view any reviews…read moreon them. I feel it is my duty to warn others to not eat a the #PlazaGrill!! For the love of god DON'T eat here. $25 for the world's driest and flavorless burger with a side of fries? Nope, a side of one pepperoncini. That price includes my $8, 20 oz bottle of soda. $8!!!! $18 for a can of agua Fresca that I saw someone else get and they were so disappointed. Prices are listed but you would think for $25 ($17 for the burger and individual chili) that burger would hit. Save your money and look elsewhere. At our table a grilled cheese was also ordered and it looked so sad. -2 stars.

I came for a lovely concert and had an amazing night…read more The area was very safe. Nothing was sketchy about the space despite it being downtown. Everyone was there for a good time! There was ample parking, and surprisingly, it didn't take long to get out, despite hundreds of attendees. I can't speak to the food or beverages because I don't recall any concessions at the event. I've been here on numerous occasions and I appreciate the city's dedication to keeping live performances alive, and FREE at that! There's always some sort of free event going on in this space. I do wish there was free parking, but it's downtown los angeles, so you can't ask for things like that there. But even with that said, it makes me appreciate the events being free even more, since we have to consider parking structure fees.

5pm show. Parked at…read moreBOA building level E, where the cool people park. 3 hours free EV charging, thank you ChargePoint. Check in at CO level, where all ticket holders wait before being directed towards the entrance. Show was amazing! Will be at opening night for the next 3 productions. Great being close to the dancers, and the treats during the nutcracker was fabulous. Enjoyed singing with a couple of musicians after the show, and it was great meeting a couple of the dancers.

Lack luster emoting, repetitive choreography, and a failure in capture the true feeling and wonder…read moreof Balanchine master piece

This place is a true gem in the heart of downtown LA. We went to see Lily Allen's incredible…read moreperformance of "West End Girl" and the vibes and setting were IMMACULATE. Pictures def don't do it justice so just do a favor and go. The theater has been lovingly restored and cared for. The intricate molding and art on the walls and the ceiling are truly some of the prettiest I've ever seen. A large concession and bar area. Gorgeous lighting and typical theater seating (plan on getting your feet stepped on because aisle space for your feet and legs is non existent but this is consistent with every theater I've ever been to). We were in orchestra seating and the views were incredible. Seats were comfortable and while I can't personally attest it appeared there'd be no truly bad seat in the place when it came to viewing the stage. If you have a chance to attend a show here, it's well worth the experience.

This is an update to my earlier review:…read more Venue 4: The newly upgraded seats on the main floor are great...very comfy. I cannot say the same about the Wiltern and the Grove of Anaheim. They use zip-tied banquet chairs for their main floor seating :( Service 4: The only services I have been exposed to were the security and the ticket check staff at the entrance. Both were friendly and polite. Facilities 3 stars: Restroom availability is limited to the upper floor and the basement. None on the main floor. And after the concert starts they shut down the ones in the basement. This is inconvenient in general because of the crowds and particularly troublesome for people with limited mobility (although there is an elevator but it still takes time). Why not keep them all open throughout the concert? The last word 4: Nice historic venue to enjoy some good entertainment at. Will be happy to visit again!

I've been to the Dolby Theatre many times now for various shows - most recently Ronny Chieng &…read moreHasan Minhaj as part of Netflix is a Joke. Staff is always very friendly upon arriving and so helpful in finding seats. They also say thanks for coming as I'm leaving, which is always cute when at a big venue! They sell drinks and snacks, for example M&Ms and Reese's Peanut Butter Cups for $4 a pop, at the concession stands. I like sitting in Row 1 of any of the balcony seats as you then get a nice, clear view although from a bit of a distance. I have 20/20 vision and you can't see every expression of the faces on stage but it's close enough for me. I like the first row of the Mezzanine because no one is in front of you (obvi) but also they have cup holders along the cement low balcony in front of you. I also sat in the balcony for a PaleyFest at the Dolby Theatre of Hacks last year, followed by a Q&A with the cast. No issues at all seeing the screen and being comfortable while watching from the balcony. Seats are comfy with plenty of room between you and the stranger next to you. Plus they are padded so just overall more comfortable than other venues. Love going to shows at Dolby Theatre in the heart of Tinsel Town right at Hollywood Blvd & Highland! Note - there is a back sneaky entrance if you know whatsup & are getting dropped off with hardly any people!

Dolby Theatre (formerly known as the Kodak Theatre) is a popular tourist attraction best known as…read morethe theatre where the Academy Awards have been hosted since 2002. However once the 100th Oscars are held at Dolby Theatre in 2028, the Oscars will move to the Peacock Theater beginning in 2029 and remain there until 2039. [Parking]: Dolby Theatre shares the same parking garage as Ovation Hollywood (Hollywood & Highland). Hourly Rate = $2.00 every 20 minutes. No validation from Dolby Theatre, but $3 for up to 2 hours with validation from participating retailers and restaurants from Ovation Hollywood. $3 for up to 4 hours with validation from participating cinemas like TCL Chinese Theatre. Daily maximum = $20.00. There is also a $20 flat rate after 10 PM on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. The garage operates 24/7. One downside is that it was not easy to exit the parking garage after the show ended. [Atmosphere & view]: This is a very well-maintained theatre. I came here to see a show and had a seat in Upper Level Mezzanine 3 Row J. Mezzanine 3 is quite high up (probably around the 5th or 6th level). The sound quality was good with no issues even from the upper level, but it was a bit difficult to see the main stage from Mezzanine 3. Unfortunately, the seat was not super comfortable. Public Wi-Fi is not available. [Food & drinks]: Beverage prices were surprisingly reasonable for a theatre of this magnitude - $5 cookies, $5 chips, $5 soda, $5 water, and $5 juice. No cash payments accepted. [Guided tour]: The theatre offers guided tours for $25 per adult, but please check the website for schedule times and dates. [Conclusion]: Thumbs up for the reasonable beverage prices, clean theatre, and parking validation from select retailers and restaurants at Ovation Hollywood. Thumbs down for the poor view from Mezzanine 3 and the difficult parking garage exit after the show. P.S. - There is a Hollywood / Highland Metro station connected to the B Line for anyone who wants to take public transit.