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About California Institute of Abnormal Arts
The California Institute of Abnormal Arts (CIA) was a distinctive nightlife venue and sideshow museum located at 11334 Burbank Boulevard in North Hollywood, Los Angeles. Opened in 2001 and operating as a quirky hub for offbeat performances, it offered a ~5,000 square foot space that hosted programs like Club Microwave, Shades and Shadows, and acts such as 8 Bit Weapon and The Radioactive Chicken Heads. In 2016, the venue was renamed Chinatown East, continuing its legacy of unusual and underground entertainment. Although the site closed on June 19, 2022, CIA remains a memorable chapter in Los Angeles’ alternative arts scene, with a history that includes a mummified clown relic and a penchant for eclectic, genre-defying performances. This page provides practical, easy-to-use information for fans and visitors, including seating concepts, parking options, transportation tips, and nearby hotel and dining recommendations to help you plan a trip to North Hollywood's historic venue district.
Note: The California Institute of Abnormal Arts is no longer hosting events, but its legacy as a one-of-a-kind venue informs the local arts community. When planning future visits to related venues in North Hollywood or Los Angeles, consider nearby contemporary nightlife spots and museums that celebrate alternative performance. If you’re researching similar experiences, we’ve got you covered with reliable venue details, easy booking pointers, and insider tips to secure your plans with confidence.
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- Address: 11334 Burbank Boulevard, North Hollywood, CA 91601.
- Venue type: nightclub and sideshow museum housed in a ~5,000 sq ft space.
- Opened: 2001; Closed: June 19, 2022.
- Renamed Chinatown East in 2016 (per PRWeb).
- Notable programming included Club Microwave, Shades and Shadows, and acts such as 8 Bit Weapon and The Radioactive Chicken Heads.
- Notable relic: display of a mummified clown; inventory reportedly sold off at closure.