November 11th-17th, 2024

This week, the Porters continue their Shakespearian double-header at the Madnani, while things are about to get absurd at The Hobgoblin with Picasso

October 28th-November 3rd, 2024

Are you ready for war? Henry IV, Parts I & II, presented by The Porters of Hellsgate opens this weekend! Also, Tuesdays@9 is at The Hobgoblin this week, and we’ve got some big events coming soon!

October 9th-15th, 2024

This week, What The Constitution Means to Me continues its incredibly popular run, while at the Madnani Naked Angels tell stories Tuesdays at 9.

Meet Jess and Nicole, our Fall 2024 interns!

We’re proud to introduce you to our Fall 2024 interns, Jess and Nicole! They’re both international students from China attending Emerson College’s Los Angeles Program with career aspirations in the entertainment industry. They’ll be helping us out with our social media for the next few weeks. We’re excited to have them here! 

October 2nd-8th, 2024

This week, the Hobgoblin finds out What The Constitution Means to Me, while at the Madnani, it’s almost time for the War of the Roses, and somewhere, Greg is mixing up fake blood for Frosty Fest!

A Spooky Cultural Exchange

The intersection of creativity and tradition has long added a mystical dimension to theatre, as well as generating a wealth of beliefs and superstitions. From the ancient Greek amphitheaters to the bustling Broadway stages of today, times have changed, but what hasn’t changed is that actors and actresses have always observed a variety of customs designed to ward off bad luck and seek inspiration.

September 25th-October 1st, 2024

This week it’s all about Mister Kay, Tunnel Rats, and Tuesdays@9, with some very exciting stuff coming down the road!

September 18th-24th, 2024

This week, we have an opening and a closing, plus a number of workshops and other events in our spaces. Take a look!

The Mystery of the Red Theater Seat: Unveiling a Timeless Tradition

When you step into a theater, whether it’s an opulent opera house or a cozy local venue, there’s a high chance that the seats will be red. It’s a detail so ubiquitous that most people never think twice about it. But why red? What’s the story behind this color choice? As it turns out, the decision to make theater seats red isn’t just about aesthetics—it’s steeped in history, practicality, and even a bit of psychology.

Beloved Local Theater studio/stage to Officially Close on April 30

Marking the end of an era of over twenty years, where it has hosted hundreds of critically acclaimed, award-winning and fan favorite shows, legendary theater space studio/stage officially turns off the lights on April 30.

News, Announcements, and LA Theatre Stuff

This Week @

November 11th-17th, 2024

This week, the Porters continue their Shakespearian double-header at the Madnani, while things are about to get absurd at The Hobgoblin with Picasso

Two actors stand on stage in dramatic lighting. The man on the left, wearing a green knit sweater, looks thoughtful with his hand resting on his chest. The woman on the right, dressed in a burnt orange dress with flowing sleeves, gazes upward with an expression of wonder or hope. Both are bathed in warm light, standing against a dark background.
This Week @

October 28th-November 3rd, 2024

Are you ready for war? Henry IV, Parts I & II, presented by The Porters of Hellsgate opens this weekend! Also, Tuesdays@9 is at The Hobgoblin this week, and we've got some big events coming soon!

The image features a person wearing a white jacket with a relaxed expression, standing behind a table with several bottles and a glass. Bright blue stage lights illuminate the scene, creating a vibrant atmosphere. Large, bold text in bright pink reads "FALSTAFF," while smaller white and gray text indicates "henry iv part i" and "the porters of hellsgate." The overall design suggests a lively, modern production of Shakespeare's play Henry IV Part 1, with a focus on the character of Falstaff.

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