Location: Central L.A
Top Things to do in Central L.A
What to do and see in Central L.A, California (CA): The Best Concerts & Shows
Hollywood beckons to tourists who long for a brush with Tinseltown glamor. Tour movie studios, slip your hands into the famous prints at the TCL Chinese Theatre, or indulge in a celeb sighting at one of LA’s white-hot nightspots. Spot your favorite star while shopping at The Grove, or forget all about the famous eye candy as you take in the iconic artwork at The Getty Center. For a different type of star-gazing, peek through the telescopes at the Griffith Observatory.
Restaurants in Los Angeles
1. The Groundlings Theatre
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 61 reviews
Melrose Avenue's Groundlings have been practicing their high-octane brand of anything-goes improvisation for nearly three decades. Audiences know the group for their wacky sketch comedy and lightning audience participation rounds, but for aspiring comedians and writers it's the Groundlings School that's the real draw. With courses in beginning and advanced improv, sketch and monologue comedy, the school has trained several generations of young wits. Its alumni includes a laundry list of "SNL"-ers (Phil Hartman, Julia Sweeney, Will Ferrell, Laraine Newman), Cassandra "Elvira" Peterson and Emmy-winning "Friends" star Lisa Kudrow. The theatre was also the home of Paul Reubens' early, raunchier version of "Pee-Wee's Playhouse." With pristine standards and a pool of hundreds of talented newcomers to draw from, the troupe offers some of the quickest, cleverest improv in town, cozily presented in their own 100-seat theater.
2. ComedySportz Los Angeles
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 10 reviews
ComedySportz is the longest running show in Los Angeles now in it's 20th year. Not comedy about sports; it’s comedy PLAYED as a sport! Two teams of our improvisers compete for laughs and points in a comedy competition. There are fouls to keep the show from being in poor taste; there’s even one to make a player apologize for telling lame jokes! The show is always completely interactive, and suitable for all audiences.
3. Frolic Room
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 47 reviews
Although this bar may appear shabby upon initial glance, this legendary dive attracts occasional celebrities among its many patrons.
Reviewed By W4497WAfranks - Los Angeles, United States
A terrific dive bar with a great staff that has been serving reasonably priced libations in a one of a kind atmosphere for decades. Not long after moving to L.A. in 1987, friends took me here for a few drinks after work. I've never stopped hanging out there. Despite the fact that tourists are there constantly, the joint has the feel of a locals only hangout. It's perfect for before or after the Pantages, a show at the Avalon, or Musso & Frank. And like any good Hollywood spot, you never know who you'll be belly up to the bar with on any given evening. Or morning, for that matter. For me, the Frolic Room is a must for any first time visitor to Hollywood.
4. Boardner's
5. Vista Theater
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 28 reviews
6. Tower Theatre
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4.5 based on 2 reviews
Built in 1927, this was S. Charles Lee's first theater.
7. Pantages Theatre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,048 reviews
Opened in 1930 by a vaudeville magnate, the interior of this famous theater is one of the most stunning examples of high ornate Art Deco architecture in Los Angeles. Groups of 10 or more can save on ticket prices and ticketmaster fees when they book directly through our Group Sales department.
Reviewed By geotech522
The Pantages is an absolutely beautiful palace of Art Deco architecture. The theater is just magnificently decorated as are the other parts of the theater. The lobby is also very impressive. Built in the time of vaudeville, the seats are very comfortable and the sight-lines are all very good. Truly not a bad seat in the house, even from the mezzanine (or balcony). The sound quality in the theater is fantastic. It was a wonderful place to experience Disney's Frozen. A true landmark on Hollywood Boulevard at Vine Street. There is a Metro Red Line Station right across the street.
8. Laserium
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 7 reviews
9. Walt Disney Concert Hall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,038 reviews
Home of the Los Angeles Philharmonic, this concert hall is designed to be one of the most acoustically sophisticated in the world.
Reviewed By dcm_boticelli - Orlando, United States
LA Phil under Gustavo Dudamel is one of the greatest orchestras of the world and Disney Hall is an ideal place for their magical performances.
