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Top Small Theaters in Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles has launched countless creative careers, and many began in intimate performance spaces rather than major venues. People searching for Small Theaters in Los Angeles can find black box theatres, independent performance venues, screening rooms, and creative arts spaces throughout the city. Smaller theatres allow audiences to connect more directly with performers while keeping production requirements manageable. Many venues also provide lighting rigs, sound equipment, and flexible seating arrangements. Browse below and find the right stage for your next production.
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![Studio A at Skiptown Playhouse in East Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA]()
from $115
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityStudio A
40 guestsSkiptown PlayhouseEast Hollywood, Los Angeles, CAAAnthony S.
“The theatre was comfortable and the screen and sound was very good.” -
![The Cats Crawl - Studio B at The Cats Crawl in East Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA]()
from $199
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Cats Crawl - Studio B
120 guestsThe Cats CrawlEast Hollywood, Los Angeles, CALLauren J.
“It was the perfect space for our Spider-Man-themed movie party! I would love to rent it again.” -
![Theatre (Stage and Cinema) at Promenade Playhouse in Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA]()
from $175
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityTheatre (Stage and Cinema)
80 guestsPromenade PlayhouseHollywood, Los Angeles, CAMMatt D.
“We had a blast of a time doing a movie screening the theater space for my birthday.” -
![The Eastwood Mainstage at Eastwood Performing Arts Center in East Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA]()
from $200
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Eastwood Mainstage
100 guestsEastwood Performing Arts CenterEast Hollywood, Los Angeles, CAIIzzy J.
“Fantastic venue with good audio & visuals, great seating, and a nice reception area as well.” -
![Theater at DOMA Arts Complex in Downtown Los Angeles, CA]()
from $100
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityTheater
65 guestsDOMA Arts ComplexDowntown Los Angeles, CAVVeritus M.
“I loved every step of the process. The space was also perfect for our event.” -
![The Oxford Underground at Eastwood Performing Arts Center in East Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA]()
from $125
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Oxford Underground
32 guestsEastwood Performing Arts CenterEast Hollywood, Los Angeles, CAAAaron H.
“I like how easy it was to find and get in. Also liked the size of the space.” -
![Oscar Room at Promenade Playhouse in Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA]()
from $45
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityOscar Room
16 guestsPromenade PlayhouseHollywood, Los Angeles, CAMMax K.
“Fantastic venue. Easy to work with and had everything we needed for our short film screening.” -
![Hudson Mainstage at Hudson Theatres in Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA]()
from $375
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityHudson Mainstage
99 guestsHudson TheatresHollywood, Los Angeles, CAHudson Mainstage is a black-box theatre inside Hudson Theatres, notable for a flexible, close-up performance layout that keeps audiences near the stage.
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![Theatre at Historical Theatre in Downtown Los Angeles, CA]()
from $300
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityTheatre
200 guestsHistorical TheatreDowntown Los Angeles, CAA historical theatre that preserves period performance character while functioning as a practical venue for staged hire. Design: The auditorium presents traditional theatre proportions with a raked layout and a proscenium-style
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![Strategy and Soul Theater at Movie Theater and Gallery Space in South lA in Leimert Park, Los Angeles, CA]()
from $100
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityStrategy and Soul Theater
100 guestsMovie Theater and Gallery Space in South lALeimert Park, Los Angeles, CAThe Strategy & Soul Theater in South Los Angeles is a 1,000 sq ft venue with seating for up to 100 guests. It is often used for film screenings, panel discussions, graduations, training sessions, support groups, fundraisers,
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![Courtyard at Promenade Playhouse in Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA]()
from $75
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityCourtyard
25 guestsPromenade PlayhouseHollywood, Los Angeles, CASSkye M.
“The staff also didn’t hover or bother us at all throughout the duration of our party which I appreciated.” -
![Main Peformance Space at The Braid, Santa Monica Theatre in Santa Monica, Los Angeles, CA]()
from $178
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityMain Peformance Space
75 guestsThe Braid, Santa Monica TheatreSanta Monica, Los Angeles, CAThe Braid, Santa Monica Theatre is a small theatre company and performance venue that stages narrative-driven, community-centered Jewish storytelling productions.
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FAQs about Top Small Theaters in Los Angeles, CA
The cost of small theaters averages around $150 hire fee per hour. The final price will depend on location, size, amenities, and demand. Some venues also offer additional packages that include catering, AV equipment, or additional services. Take a look at the usual price ranges in Los Angeles, based on Tagvenue data:
| From $100 | to $264 | hire fee per hour |
| From $4928 | to $15000 | hire fee per event |
| From $2000 | to $8000 | minimum spend per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2026), the best options include:
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Studio A at Skiptown Playhouse in East Hollywood - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Awesome space and great communication!’ -
The Cats Crawl - Studio B at The Cats Crawl in East Hollywood - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘The space was incredibly cool with an old Hollywood vibe.’ -
Theatre (Stage and Cinema) at Promenade Playhouse in Hollywood - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Fantastic venue. Easy to work with and had everything we needed for our short film screening.’
These are the venues within 0.7 mi from central Los Angeles, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Entire Venue at Los Angeles Theatre
on 615 South Broadway - 0.5 mi from center.
Venue said: The Los Angeles Theatre was the last and most extravagant of the ornate movie palaces built on Broadway in downtown Los Angeles between 1911 and 1931. Designed by architect S. -
Main Room at Mayan Music Venue
on 1038 South Hill Street - 0.6 mi from center.
Venue said: Dedicated VIP rooms and backstage areas provide flexible spaces for talent, sponsors, and executive guests, making the venue adaptable for a wide range of event styles and production needs. -
The Counts Den at The Count's Den
on 1039 South Olive Street - 0.7 mi from center.
Our user said: ‘I hosted a horror screening party for about 50-60 people and this was the perfect spooky venue!’
Cheap small theaters in Los Angeles start from $45 hire fee per hour or $1000 minimum spend per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
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Oscar Room at Promenade Playhouse, from $45 hire fee per hour (up to 16 guests seated)
Our user said: ‘The Promenade Playhouse was a perfect venue for our event.’ -
Songbird Space at Songbird, from $1000 minimum spend per event (up to 50 guests seated)
Our user said: ‘Thank you both for great communication and allowing us to have a wonderful holiday party at your venue!’ -
Inside Space at Grand Annex Music Hall, from $2000 hire fee per event (up to 150 guests seated)
Venue said: The Grand Annex Music Hall is a versatile multifunctional facility with a 150-person capacity cabaret-style theater. It has been rented out for events like performances, gatherings, filmmaking, meetings, art exhibits, charity...
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