Escape the rain at L.A.'s top entertainment venues and enjoy movies, theatre, musicals and more.
78. Enjoy the Best Movie Theaters in L.A.
Here in Los Angeles, we are blessed with some of the most outstanding movie theaters in the country. Some are historic, some feature state-of-the-art technology - or even a mix of both. Others offer such cutting edge fare, you’d be hard pressed to find these films anywhere else. Read on for the best movie theaters in Los Angeles. Read More →
79. Learn about the Iconic TCL Chinese Theatre IMAX
The TCL Chinese Theatre opened as Grauman's Chinese Theatre on May 18, 1927, with the premiere of Cecil B. DeMille's The King of Kings. The Hollywood landmark has hosted many movie premieres since then, as well as three Academy Award ceremonies and numerous events. The TCL Chinese Theatre boasts the single largest IMAX auditorium in the world, and the third largest commercial movie screen in North America. Read on for the story of this L.A. icon. Read More →
80. Watch a Live TV Show Taping
As the entertainment capital of the world, L.A. has TV shows taping nearly every day of the week. Best of all, most of them are free to attend. There are various websites that easily organize show tickets. Some top sites to visit include TV TIX, TvTickets.com and 1iota, where you can score tickets to a bevy of TV tapings like Bill Maher, 2 Broke Girls, Jimmy Kimmel Live! and The Big Bang Theory. Tip: Plan in advance to get tickets, since this increases your odds and gives you more show options.
81. Experience the LA OPERA
Under the leadership of Eli and Edythe Broad General Director Plácido Domingo, the acclaimed LA Opera has become the fourth largest opera company in the country. Celebrating its 30th anniversary with the 2015-16 season, LA Opera is presenting spectacular productions of The Magic Flute, Madame Butterfly and Moby-Dick, which comes to Los Angeles after a series of sold out triumphs around the world.
82. Feel the Power of the World's Best Dancers
The 2015-16 season of Glorya Kaufman Presents Dance at The Music Center brings the most sought-after and exciting choreographers and companies of the moment to Los Angeles. From reimagined classics to ground-breaking collaborations, the season is brimming with the best in the dance world right now. The engagements include the Cloud Gate Dance Theatre of Taiwan (Jan. 29-31, 2016), Complexions Contemporary Ballet (April 15-17, 2016), Compagnie Käfig (June 17-19, 2016) and the American Ballet Theatre (July 8-10, 2016).
83. Discover the L.A. Theatre Scene
A night out at the theatre is a great way to get out of your neighborhood and discover this incredible city. A number of incredible theatre companies have emerged throughout the years and have put L.A. on the map as a major player in new American theatre. From Broadway blockbusters to unique performances such as For the Record Live, there’s something for everyone in L.A.’s exciting theatre scene. Read More →
Located near the iconic intersection of Hollywood and Vine, the landmark Pantages Theatre opened in 1930 and is renowned for presenting Broadway productions. This season includes hits such as Disney's Beauty and the Beast (Nov. 13-22), Riverdance (Dec. 1-6), If/Then (Dec. 8 - Jan. 3), Bullets Over Broadway (Jan. 5-24, 2016), Mamma Mia! (Jan. 26-31, 2016), Dirty Dancing (Feb. 2-21, 2016), The Illusionists (Feb. 23 - March 13, 2016), Once the Musical (March 15-20, 2016).
84. Explore the NoHo Arts District
The North Hollywood Arts District is one of the top creative hubs in the San Fernando Valley, home to numerous galleries and theatres, such as the historic El Portal Theatre. Originally built as a vaudeville house in 1926, today the El Portal showcases an eclectic calendar of musicals, plays, dance and other performing arts, such as ABBA Mania for the holidays (Dec. 29, 2015 - Jan. 2, 2016). Read on for our guide to the NoHo Arts District. Read More →
85. No Joke, Here Are the Top 10 Greatest Groundlings
At every Groundlings show, you could be watching a future comedy superstar. Read on for more about some of The Groundlings’ greatest alumni. Read More →
86. Go On Location: L.A.'s Best Film & TV Locations for a Rainy Day
With predictions of a strong El Nino this winter, Angelenos and visitors alike will surely be looking for ways to keep dry. Catching a movie is one good approach to beating the rain. The following ten filming locations can also provide respite from the impending showers. Read More →
87. Go On Location: L.A. Hotels Featured in Film & TV
Everyone who comes to Hollywood wants to see a star. What many visitors don’t realize is that the hotels they check into are stars in and of themselves. In fact, many L.A. hotels boast a resume that would be the envy of most actors. Read on for a guide to Los Angeles hotels that have been immortalized on screen, along with the productions that made them famous. Read More →