Ahmanson Theatre
Ahmanson Theatre at The Music Center in Downtown LA presents award-winning Broadway shows, musicals, and world premiere productions in an intimate 2,109-seat venue.
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About
Experience world-class theater at the Ahmanson Theatre, part of The Music Center in Downtown Los Angeles. Since 1967, this premier venue has presented the best of Broadway, the West End, and unforgettable world premieres. With its flexible seating and state-of-the-art facilities, it continues to be a cornerstone of LA’s vibrant performing arts scene.
History
Seating & Venue Layout
The Ahmanson Theatre features three levels of seating: Orchestra (988 seats), Mezzanine (606 seats including boxes), and Balcony (515 seats including boxes). The auditorium is designed wider than it is deep to create an intimate, welcoming atmosphere. The first 13 rows are arranged in continental style with no front-to-rear aisles. The 1994 renovation moved the mezzanine and balcony closer to the stage for improved sightlines. The flexible configuration allows the theater to transform from an intimate 1,600-seat venue to a full 2,109-seat theater for major Broadway musicals.
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Location & Directions
135 N Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90012
Public Transportation
- Located at The Music Center in Downtown LA, easily accessible via Metro rail lines.
- Metro B and D Lines stop at Civic Center/Grand Park Station (2 blocks).
- Metro A and E Lines stop at Grand Av Arts/Bunker Hill Station (3 blocks).
- Multiple bus lines serve the area.
Parking & Transportation
- 🅿️ Self-parking at The Music Center Main Garage
- 🚗 Valet service available at Hope Street entrance
- 💰 Rates: $10 evening/weekend shows (starting at 4:30pm), regular rates at other times
- 💰 Valet: $25 per vehicle
- ♿ Accessible parking: $10 with valid disability placard
- 💳 Cash and credit cards accepted
- Metro B (Red) or D (Purple) Line to Civic Center/Grand Park Station - exit toward Temple Street and walk west across Grand Park.
- Metro A (Blue) or E (Expo) Line to Grand Av Arts/Bunker Hill Station - take Hope Street past Walt Disney Concert Hall.
Accessibility Information
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Elevator access
- Assistive listening devices
Visitor Experience
- Food & Beverage Policy: Concessions available in lobby including alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, snacks, and light refreshments. Concessions open before performances and during intermission.
- Dress Code: No formal dress code required. Attire ranges from casual to business formal. Smart casual recommended.
- Photography Policy: Photography is not permitted during performances. Photos allowed in lobby areas before show and during intermission.
- Family-Friendly: Family-friendly venue. Age restrictions may apply to certain productions - check show-specific policies.
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