(I re-read my review below just prior to posting it and realized it may come off as excessively,…read moreunrealistically enthusiastic. The reason for that is simply because I wish so very badly I had found this school sooner and am having a hard time reconciling how much money I threw away paying teachers who just loved listening to the sound of their own voice). I have gone to almost 20 different acting schools both in England and the United States and I can say, with total confidence, that Max Decker at MAD Acting Studio is the most brilliant teacher with whom I have ever had the pleasure of studying. It took one evening in class with Max for me to instantly mourn all the money I realized I had honestly wasted studying under teachers who, at the end of the day, just spent endless hours pontificating nothing more than their love for the sound of their own voice. Teachers who, if they worked as actors at all, had maybe had one or two jobs in their entire "careers" and felt that was enough for them to call themselves teachers. Max has not only worked in this industry a long time and accrued an enviable resume, he really knows how to teach others to do this thing really, really well. He won't blow smoke up your skirt and always say how great you to keep you spending money to stay in his class. He will actually -teach- you to be a better actor. He will call you out on what's getting in your way and offer invaluable, constructive help. He offers a wide range of classes including: * Dramatic improvisation (not going for the joke, but giving you invaluable tools you can use for your scripted work), * Script analysis, and * How to successfully audition and self-tape If you currently find yourself in a class where you feel you're spending a bunch of money to not really learn anything new or, if you're looking for a place that will finally teach you the tools you need to be a better actor, MAD Acting Studio is the place you need to go.

My son has been attending this studio with Max for 2 years now. Given that my little 12 year old is…read morenever really into anything, this amazing teacher turned our world aroun. My son is now passionate about the art of acting. He has met a great group of pears who share the same love for performing arts, as well as, has gotten signed by a prominent agency. He has blossomed into a great young actor and now is proud to show off his resume that includes several great accomplishments, including being SAG e We thank Max with all our hearts!

Great crowd great people the owner is absolutely fantastic…read moreWould recommend anyone for open mics

Five bucks for so many jokes, vibes and "chucks"... Chuckles that is…read more Divey but lively in North Hollywood, California just east/right of the 170 Fwy and on the borders of both Valley Village and Valley Glen in a 7-Eleven shopping center you'd notice before you notice this dim lit shop of hahaha's. Popped into this shoebox theater to see some stellar local comedians and support a friend of a friend doing a set here and was pleasantly hahaha. Tickets are only $5 and include a beverage of choice in the non-alcoholic and/or craft brew family... LA Croix and Hard Kombucha... Could this be anymore LA? Don't answer that because it couldn't lol even down to the limited parking in the area. Street is recommended to avoid any towage and there is some of that especially if you arrive early. Usually only room for three chairs to a row on both sides of the theater so if you bring a friend or two you can most likely sit together as my roommate, his girlfriend and I did. Everyone was really friendly, fun and the Tarzana Boys who headlined did a great job as the MCs. There is a restroom in the backroom for before and after shows. The acoustics are pretty solid being a 25 to 30 person space. Definitely will come back and support. Solid spot for a date or just get out of the house night.

If you like theater and seeing plays. This small theater is cool! The service for restrooms is at…read moreAroma Cafe. The space has a good AC, acoustics and good seats.

As a lover of local live theater, I bought tickets to a local production that was showing here…read morecalled "September 10" (plot was events that occurred during the evening before the 9/11 terrorist attacks). First off, parking is terrible as this theater is located in a cute strip of eclectic shops and restaurants (we were lucky enough to find a spot across the theater as someone was leaving). As for the theater, it is old, small and the seats are cramped and uncomfortable; however, we were lucky that it had A/C as the weather was in the triple digits that day. As for the production, it started 15 min late as the main actress was MIA so the producer had his wife fill in and she read via the script. Fortunately, it was only a 90 min production and had an intermission half way through so we were able to leave (+ the tickets were very inexpensive). The young gal at the front upon leaving asked me how the play was and I was honest and gave out a "bleh, not so good" to which she let out a loud chuckle lol. I am not opposed to coming back here; however, it would depend on what type of play was showing.

Really nice theater in a good location. Street parking nearby, great staff. Nice place to see a…read moreshow.

The Road is a small, nicely maintained theatre. The play we saw last year ("Scintilla") was…read moreall-around excellent: great acting, set design, and direction. Tickets were priced fairly for the quality of the show. They have wine and snacks for sale before the show, encouraging patrons to mingle in the lobby before the doors open. Free street parking is within a couple blocks' walk down Riverton Avenue.

This theater has the best performing arts programs and stage craft for children and teens!…read moreIncredible teachers and some of the most professional experiences to be exposed to. Highly recommend!

This is still a great theater if there is a production you want to see…read more They even had a concert in the parking lot which was fantastic! The theater is not that big and the seats are comfy . We were season ticket holders for a long time And enjoy going back and wish they had more The recent production of Earth to Squiggy was funny, entertaining and touching . I am so glad I got a chance to see it

Love my union and support them, people complain all the time but no place is perfect.read more

Small quaint theatre with roughly 100-150 seats. No bad seat in the room…read more You can purchase drinks and snacks in the front lobby and bring into the theatre. Very clean. Comfortable seats. Nice acoustics. Street parking in nearby neighborhoods.

This theatre has been around a very long time! I moved into the area around 40 years ago…read more I've seen all kinds of performances here and am always surprised with how comfortable it actually is. If you know nothing about the Whitefire Theater know this - you will never see a crappy play here. KUDOS Whitefire Theatre. Parking can be a nightmare because it's along Ventura Blvd - but, was told you can valet your car with the restaurant 1/2 block east.

This is one of the good ones ! ! Been to many of the small theatres in LA area…read more Welcoming staff and easy parking. Every seat is good. Recently saw "On the Money"... we loved it. Great cast and overall performance. Engaging, fast paced drama with lots of funny moments and some oddball characters you might find in a dive bar. (show was extended, but I think it's closing soon - check it out)

Theatre is right on Victory Blvd surrounded by residential streets. Parking seemed plentiful (&…read moreyou can park in residential as well but no parking lot itself). As for the venue, the Sunday performances require masks and when a customer in front of me inquired about it the staff member indicated that they offer Sundays for those customers who want to wear masks. Doesn't make sense to me because if a customer wants to wear a mask during any performance in this venue they should be able to. Upon that said, there were a few customers not wearing any masks (again, makes no sense). The other con is they offer refreshments for sale at reasonable prices; however, you cannot take them into the theatre. I have only been to one other theatre that did not allow food nor drinks so you have to arrive early if you want refreshments or you can purchase during the intermission but have to hurry to finish up. Although staff was friendly and informative, the venue was cramped although plenty of seating is available. I doubt I will patronize this theatre again unless it was a "to die for" performance showing.

Small theater in NoHo area, in the middle of everything- restaurants, shops, etc. Parking it is…read moretough, luckily I can walk to this theater. Your typical black box theater in the area and I am saying that as a good thing. Less than 100 seats, small lobby, various productions, check out their calendar. I like theater, enjoy watching plays and it is convenient. More reasonable prices help as well. Sound is decent, production values and lighting just OK, but I know that going into it. Support these small local theaters, they are a dying breed in the area!

Never been inside this theater, but if the way they treat potential clients is any indication, I…read morecan only assume that the carpets match the drapes. Disrespectful and unprofessional scam artists taking advantage of actors. Do not book this space.

The El Portal is a hundred year-old theater that has a lot of Los Angeles history and it is a…read morewonderful piece of theatrical history that any local Angelina or visitor should have the opportunity to see. I recently had a chance to visit when a show called Marvelous came into town and while it is definitely an older theater the sound was good, every seat is a good one in terms of the view. The seats aren't necessarily the most comfortable but based on it being classic, you can expect that, but the staff and the concessions are great and it was really just a lovely experience. I was able to get parking on the next block for $15 at a paid parking lot or if you're lucky you might be able to find street parking some of the meters are free in the evening or if you want to take a little bit of a further walk, you might be able to find free neighborhood street parking as well.

We go to this theater a couple times a year and enjoy it. It's relatively small and we often get…read moregood seats in the first 10 rows or so. We usually find street parking but sometimes pay for parking in the lot across the street. 6 of us decided to go see Legally Blonde and really enjoyed it. The acting good, the songs good and it was an enjoyable night and some of the actors were available to talk to after the play. Definitely a fun night!