Sometimes the shows with the big bucks aren’t necessarily worth the money you spend. For the casual theatergoer, a night out can set you back a few dollars. That’s not even factoring dinner before and drinks after the show. So, it’s understandable that anyone would stop and ask, “But is it any good?” before shelling out a small fortune for the hottest show in town. Fortunately, there are some really good shows to check out this weekend that won’t set you back much. In fact, for just about the same price of admission to, say, The Arclight, you could be sitting front row at one of the many 49-seat theatres in Los Angeles (considering that front row seats at bigger venues can range anywhere from $80-150 per ticket.)
So, this weekend, be adventurous and check out some of L.A.s smaller theatres. Who knows? You might come across a gem…or not. And even if you don’t, financially, it can’t be any different than if you would have gone to see the latest installment of the Saw or Scary Movie franchises. At least you’ll be able to treat your date to dinner and drinks.
I’ve listed a few places to check out this weekend. Prices range from $10-25 per ticket.
The Complex in Hollywood offers five theatres to choose from, showing a range of new and classic plays.
My recommendations (based on the play, not on the production):
Sexual Perversity in Chicago (Flight Theatre -6476 Santa Monica Blvd. Hollywood, CA 90038 -Fr
By David Mamet, Directed by Alex Feldman.
Playing Jan. 3rd - Jan 27th Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays @ 8:00 Sundays @ 3:00
Tickets $15.00
For reservations call: 323-960-1056
Metamorphoses (Ruby Theatre - 6476 Santa Monica Blvd., Hollywood - Map)
By Mary Zimmerman Directed by Adam Rigg
Playing Jan. 3rd - Jan 20th Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays @ 8:00
Tickets $15.00
There is street parking on Santa Monica Blvd and along the side streets. I recommend getting there at least 20-25 minutes early in case you have to circle around looking for parking. However, they do offer valet parking for an additional $5. Check out The Complex for more information on other shows playing. Down the street from the Complex is The Hudson Theatres. It houses four theatres and a café.
Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune (Hudson Mainstage - 6539 Santa Monica Blvd
Hollywood , CA 90038 -Map)
By Terence McNally
Sat, Jan 19 – Sat, Mar 01
Thurs, Fri, Sat, 8 pm
Sunday 7 pm
Parking situation is the same at the Hudson. Please call for valet prices. More information about their shows can be found at hudsontheatre.com.
Anything (The Lillian Theatre- 1076 Lillian Way Hollywood, CA 90038- Map)
By Timothy McNeil
Sat, Dec 01 – Sat, Jan 26
Friday and Saturday 8:00PM
Sunday 7:00PM
Look up this play (and others) playing at The Elephant Stageworks Theatre Company.
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