Los Angeles's flagship nonprofit theatre company, Center Theatre Group has shaped American drama since its founding in 1967. Operating three distinct venues — the Ahmanson Theatre, Mark Taper Forum, and Kirk Douglas Theatre — it commands an unrivaled presence in the city's performing arts landscape. CTG has premiered numerous works that transferred to Broadway, earning Tony Awards and cementing its role as a vital pipeline for new American playwriting. Its programming reflects the extraordinary diversity of Los Angeles itself, spanning bold new voices and reimagined classics.
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Green Room — Los Angeles
4 practice spaces, 1 music stores, 1 vocal coaches
The Education Division's professional development programs are less well-known than the performance organizations but offer access to world-class faculty and, occasionally, use of the Music Center facilities.
Los Angeles Opera / The Music Center
Book blocks of hours during daytime for better rates; many studios offer monthly or seasonal discounts for touring companies.
Typically 8 AM–10 PM; some 24-hour access available with premium membership
Los Angeles Opera / The Music Center
Call ahead to reserve hard-to-find scores; the staff can order obscure vocal scores and chamber music parts quickly.
Mon–Fri 10 AM–6 PM; Sat 10 AM–5 PM; closed Sundays
Los Angeles Opera / The Music Center
Book recurring weekly sessions for best availability; the studio's coaches are often available for last-minute audition prep.
By appointment; flexible scheduling including evenings and weekends
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