The Hayworth Theatre

I saw «Just Imagine» at the Hayworth twice and have to say it’s a great venue for music and musical shows. The layout is quite good so you can see the main players from nearly any seat. The entrance has a lot of character. We really enjoyed our time even though its an older venue.
Parking around the corner is convenient enough.

This place deserves — 1 star. We purchased & reserved 10 tickets for the John Lennon show & showed up on time & our 10 seats were scattered around the theatre. They couldn’t keep our party together, which blew! Unorganized & managed badly, don’t come here!!!

The theater reminded me of a cross between my elementary school (rows of wooden chairs) and high school auditoriums (chairs were a bit plushier and stage had better lighting). Since I brought my dad, he excitedly told me that this is the chairs were like the old-​school movie theaters he used to go to when he was a young’un, so I felt better about the age of the building being reflected in the overall experience. All seats are good seats due to the intimate nature of the theater. I thought it was a nice touch that even though I ordered my tickets through GoldStar & thus didn’t know the exact #s, the Hayworth taped off a couple rows of chairs with my name on it for my reservation. All in all, the atmosphere was just so-​so in general but fitting for the show we went to see.

Hm.
Well, the space is kind of cool. I can see this being a really neat place to go if you’re going to see something cool… Like, maybe a band. Or even some amateur comics. Unfortunately, that was not the case the night I went. Out of respect for the people who I know must have worked hard on the show, I won’t go in to detail about it, but I’ll just say that it left kind of a bad impression on me. I like to think I’m really open minded, but I know weird racism when I hear it, and I’m not a fan.
However, that has nothing to do with this place as a business. Like I said, I do think The Hayworth could be kind of awesome. Perhaps even a hidden gem of the underground, but they’ve really got to work on getting their act together. Any kind of information on it is really a pain in the head to find, and their website is unforgivably outdated.
I’d like to go back and see a different show here, to actually be given the chance to view something entertaining, and see if the place holds up as a theatre. As it is, it was at least interesting, and the staff was incredibly friendly. So, if I can manage to scrounge up any kind of clue as to when something is going on here, I’ll give it another go.
Bonus points for the chain smoking naked man on the corner of the street.

My ass really hurt after sitting in my seat for 2.5 hours. But it was worth it. I came to see the show my friend co-​produced: BARE. But really I like that vintage feel this theater has, but those seats in the back were so bad.
Place is right next to Korea Town. Parking was $ 8 on the side, very convenient. There was a bar inside that was cash only. Boo :[
I might go again.

The theater is a little outdated. Very small theater but intimate. Every seat is a good seat.
The deco & seats are quite old. Not very impressive especially in this entertainment city — LA.
Street parking is challenging. Parking lot next door charges close to $ 10.

The best experience. I saw «Just Imagine»…the John Lennon tribute. Highly recommend the show. parking was good. Nice lobby with a bar and the best part, you can take your drink into the show!

Quid pro quo. I need an answer, is it yes or no?
Haha, I can’t resist. Saw Silence the musical here and it was nothing but a rip roaring riot! If you haven’t seen it, you missed out! If you’ve seen it, then you know what I mean.
Parking: Bring cash. There’s a lot right next to the venue. If that’s full, there’s a structure nearby where you can park. That’s cheaper. If you want to press your luck, try street parking. Don’t stray too far, the streets get spooky the further you are from the theatre.
Theatre: Awesome lobby. From the ticket booth to the lobby to the refreshment booth inside to the carpeted lobby, this place is nice, semi-​classy and you can never tell from the outside enviroment. I remember they served wine and beer. Don’t expect a full bar though; this isn’t Broadway, after all.
Auditorium spread seating. Not cramped at all. Very spacious. Very decent acoustics. The performance went well without a hitch. Very very entertaining, and the venue was appropriate for the the performance.
I’m from Orange County, but I wouldn’t mind driving over here again for a performance that would tickle my fancy. I’m a sucker for a good show, and I’d do anything for my love of the Arts, as long as I don’t have to do something ridiculous.

This place is fun. It’s strange because it’s like going to the $ 2 theater of playhouses. So yes, the floors are sticky, the lighting is off, and it’s simply very organic.
I went to see Silence, The Musical here. As a play, it’s amazing. Really very funny and unique twist on the story. But, that’s not what you’re here for.
You can take the Metro here and walk through the park to get to the theater. Go with someone though because it still has that creepster in-​the-​middle-​of-​nowhere feeling to it. Seriously, there is like nothing around walking distance. The Hayworth is one of those places that is going to be wildly hipster until it’s beyond hipster. Get it?
All in all, go. You will have a fine time!
And…it’s a theater, so it’s more like if you are not gay, it’s not friendly!

Really cool theater. Semi-​reclining chairs. Small place, but still seats around 300 people. $ 6 parking around the corner. Place is next to La Fonda so if you want to start with a tune-​up Margarita, it is there. We went there on a Sunday and parked on the street despite the street signs warning of no parking
We used the yellow painted curb area since it restricted only Mon — Sat 8 am to 6pm around LA County.
We saw «Silence: the Musical» which is a musical parody on the movie Silence of the Lambs. A total laugh riot. Cast was hilarious and Agent Starling and Hannibal were played to perfection including the voices. Strong, strong language. All the shocking and key parts of the film are parodied. Great fun.
We used Goldstar and got side seats (great view) for $ 25 each — a real deal.
Try and see this — but don’t be stupid and bring somone who can’t watch a simulation of the prison scene (using whipped cream) when Agent Starling gets a face full.

This was appalling and in very poor taste. Watching a man masturbate on stage and have an entire song about C_​NT was disgusting and those were the highlights. If your tastes are in the gutter you may enjoy it. I am not a prude and enjoy most all type of entertainment. If I had gone to watch a porno movie I would have been prepared and I certainly would not have taken my 16 year old niece. What a waste of talent and great voices. It was too bad no one mentioned this in any reviews.
I loved the theater not the production.

We enjoyed seeing Silence! The Musical at The Hayworth Theatre on a Saturday night. Street parking was easy to find (although I think they had valet… or maybe it was the restaurant next door).
The theater was nice and classy-​looking — small, but not too small. The seats were comfortable. The sets, lighting and sound were professional and well-​designed. Everything exceeded my expectations, especially for a low-​budget production. Even the theater’s staff was pleasant and accommodating. They also served concessions that you were allowed to take into the theater, which is always a nice plus.
FYI — The men’s restroom is only a single (handicap accessible), so there will likely be a line if you try to go during peak times.
I’m looking forward to trying this theater again and seeing another creative off-​the-​wall show.

I love hole in the walls!!!
I always feel I get much more bang for my buck when coming to the pint sized theatres. The Hayworth did not disappoint. It’s small without feeling overcrowded, seating is great. There’s not one bad seat in the house! There can’t be, they seat less than 200!
I’ve been by here on other occasions and I’ve seen food trucks outside, maybe you’ll luck out and catch one of them.
The area is a tad bit sketchy, but just park in the lot next to the venue ($ 6 on my visit) and you should be fine. For goodness sakes don’t decided to take a stroll, you might end up at the bottom of McArthur park pond… Just keeping it real homies!
I doubt that I’d be willing to fork over $ 70 to come watch a show here. A venue of this size and location for $ 70 would get a 2 star. BUT for $ 25, shoot 5 star all the way baby!

Located next to La Fonda, small theatre, and not that much seating but I like the intimate feeling. Recently went to catch a show, ‘Silence the Musical! A Parody of Silence of the Lambs’…HILARIOUS!!! If you have ever watched the movie, you must catch this show! Ok, back to the theatre… the seating is comfortable and the seats recline. The sound system was clear, there were a couple glitches of feedback but it played into the comedy well. Small bar. Parking lot located right next to the theatre.
I would definitely return for other shows or events.

Watched Silence! The musical =) in this venue. Wonderful musical and wonderful venue. I appreciate the acoustics in this theatre, I’ve been to other places such as the Pantages (which was just awful in comparison).
Comfortable seating, comfortable temperature. Make sure to bring cash to ensure parking. Sometimes when you’re not from LA, you tend to forget about cash for parking.

i came to The Hayworth Theatre to watch «Jersey Shoresical, a Rock Opera». We bought tickets for $ 20 and had the time of our lives!!!
The theatre is small, with less than 150 seats. The stage was small but very intimate. The bar is small but there. Overall, the theater is awesome! I love the small-​ness of it and the fact that every seat is a good seat.
As for the musical itself… it was hilarious. The actors were fantastic and belted the rock opera with full force no matter how ridiculous the lyrics were! I laughed so much throughout the musical. I would highly recommend Jersey Shoresical! I believe it will be coming around again, so make sure you catch it! For $ 20 you really can’t loose.

(Attended 5÷22÷12 TU @ 9pm): Los Angeles is never short of theatre houses, and what looked like an old apartment building is yet another tucked away.
Intrigued by a ticket offer from one of my favorite discount ticket services Goldstar (
), for the musical, «Jersey Shoresical» ($ 8.00), I found myself at the Hayworth Theatre for the very first time.
I’ve driven by this place more times than I can remember as I usually take Wilshire Blvd. to many of my favorite haunts like LACMA, the Wiltern, and the myriad of other museums, music venues, and restaurants. Although I’d see the marque, it never really dawned on me that this was actually a theatre. It simply looked like an old apartment building with some «charm» in a sketchy part of the Westlake District (let’s be honest, the entire Westlake District looks sketchy… sorry). As I walked up to the ticket booth to claim my ticket, it looked less like an apartment building and more like a ramshackled makeshift theatre — real rustic, you know? I received a dated program which acted as my ticket, and I entered in a slim pathway towards the «lobby» area where a few chairs and a simplistic bar resided. I looked over the wall posters, flyers, and the minimal assortment of drinks and snacks, and decided on a bottled Becks ($ 6.00 with tip). I quickly grabbed a seat as more patrons started showing up. What seemed like forever before the doors finally opened up, I was trapped as I listened to some of the most asinine, insipid, self-​absorbed drivel of hipster conversations around me. All I could do to amuse myself was to simply smirk through it all and play on my smartphone. Thank God, the doors finally opened!
As I walked into the theatre, I swear it couldn’t hold more than 100 people; this place was small and intimate, as so many others around town, along Santa Monica Blvd, the NOHO District, etc. I kind of like that quaint and up-​close feel. But as many of the small theatres, the seats were equally small and crammed. I thought airline seats were bad! Plus, mine creaked and had a ricketiness about it — they all did. Once everyone settled into their noise seats, the show started shortly after. The lighting was simplistic (there really wasn’t much to light), and acoustically the sound was fine as you were able to hear all the actors with no problems.
Now for a short review of «Jersey Shoresical», a sleepless night led me to watch what appeared to be an exhaustive marathon of «Jersey Shores» that led up to the season opener where the cast was in Italy. This was my first experience with these bungling creatures of no human value (except for pure «I can’t believe I’m watching this train wreck» moments), but I felt I now needed to see the carnage on stage. This campy hour-​long musical took you through all the trials and tribulations of the entire cast and memorable TV mishaps. Hardly were there speaking parts, and just unmemorable ditties. If you’re expecting Tony awarding-​winning acting, boy are you a fool! This was just more mindless brain-​mashing entertainment you just let rush over you. As long as you understand and accept that, you’re fine. I did, so I enjoyed it for what it was. Hey, if I paid any decent amount of money, I would be completely disappointed, but I didn’t.
The service was good and functional. Basically, one gentleman in the ticket booth (another would eventually show up to take his place), and then that same gentleman went inside to work the bar.
Parking is ample as there is a huge lot next door (I couldn’t tell if they share it with anyone else), although I couldn’t tell you what the parking rate is if there were any at all (didn’t see anyone in the parking booth). Otherwise, metered street parking is everyone (I did that), and appeared to be free after 8pm, but you may have to content with those who live in the area.
Overall, I truly do appreciate the theatre scene in Los Angeles, and I try to take it in whenever I can; I love supporting the arts. And at the Hayworth Theatre with all it’s charm and noisy chairs, it’s the intimacy factor that sold me. I hope in the future they can at least have those fixed. I found some based on the prices I quoted above (total experience was around $ 14.00 tip included), but remember, this didn’t include any potential parking fees. I feel the price on beer could come down at least a buck. The atmosphere is very minimal with no flair whatsoever. The attire is casual, but probably best to at least have a pair of pants and a collared short. So no t-​shirt, boardshorts, and flip-​flops for me. The bar was cash only (not sure about the ticket booth), but I know they don’t accept my credit card of choice… AMEX!

Quaint theatre with awkward-​at-​times seats.
Honestly, there is not a bad seat in the house. The sound is good and the stage techs, cast and crews all know what they are doing!
The bathrooms are clean and you are allowed to bring your drinks into the theatre!
Nice intimate spot to see a show.
Street parking or a $ 5 – 7 lot.

What a tiny theater!
To celebrate a VERY belated birthday, we had dinner downtown and then drove a few miles to the Hayworth Theater to watch «A Very Dark Place».
It wasn’t hard to find, but this is definitely not a large theater. We parked in the lot on the left of the theater and then walked up the stairs, and checked our reservations, then received free popcorn and proceeded through the hallway, which had a number of doors, but we went into the first room on the right.
I’m not sure if the other doors are also small theaters as well, as the one that we seated ourselves in probably would only hold about 50 or less persons.
That first theater was quite small, and I won’t say it was exactly comfortable… but it was humble with squeaky chairs and all.
It was overall an okay theater, but none too comfortable. Nonetheless, I’d return, as I love small time productions :)

I went to the Hayworth to see Pass the Torch last night, a series of one act plays produced by the Vesper Theatre Group. There are three stages in the Hayworth and it is an older theatre. The stage for Pass for Torch was a smaller one and any seat was close to the stage. I thoroughly enjoyed the performance — their last one is tonight.
The actors in it were very gracious afterward, thanking us for attending. We then stepped out to go to the parking lot ($ 6 or $ 7, and they have street parking if you can find it). Some of the actors in the production were hanging around outside.
I remember years ago I saw My Pontificating Slapstick Funk in a different theatre in LA, starring John Cho before he was Harold. His performance was tremendous and my friend spotted him hanging around outside after the play and praised him on his performance. Cho talked to us and was very nice. See, Korean guys can be nice.
Back to my review: I would check out the Hayworth’s website and if you can, watch the last performance of Pass the Torch. Theatre is often an enjoyable experience.