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About Dorothy Chandler Pavilion

The Dorothy Chandler Pavilion is one of Los Angeles’ premier performing arts venues and a cornerstone of The Music Center campus. With a seating capacity of about 3,156 in the grand auditorium and spaces for events totaling up to around 5,300, the Pavilion hosts a mix of opera, dance, and celebrated cultural programs. Located at 135 North Grand Avenue in downtown Los Angeles, it sits alongside the Mark Taper Forum, Ahmanson Theatre, and the world-renowned Walt Disney Concert Hall. Whether you’re catching an LA Opera production, a Dance performance, or a special ceremony, we’ve got you covered with practical tips to secure your seats and plan your visit.

Use this guide to learn about seating configurations, parking options, transit access, and nearby hotels and dining. We’ll point you to trusted affiliate partners for convenient accommodations and dining nearby, so you can focus on the show. And if you’re checking dates, remember that the venue has a long history hosting major events, including Academy Award ceremonies in years past, and continues to be a hub for top-tier performing arts.

The auditorium offers a variety of seating configurations to fit different performances and group sizes. Parking is available in The Music Center Main Garage between 1st Street and Temple Street, and the Walt Disney Concert Hall Garage on 2nd Street between Hope and Grand. Self-parking starts around the best available price for events, with valet around the best available price. The venue is accessible via LA Metro at Civic Center/Grand Park and Grand Ave Arts/Bunker Hill stations. Rideshare drop-offs are convenient at 218 N Hope St and 111 S Grand Ave. Nearby hotel options within walking distance include Omni Los Angeles Hotel at California Plaza and The Westin Bonaventure Hotel & Suites. We’ve highlighted affiliate partners for easy booking and dining suggestions to help you secure your seats and make the most of your LA visit. If you’re seeking a specific performance, let us know and we’ll guide you to available seats and current schedules.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 135 North Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90012.
  • Venue type: Performing arts center; part of The Music Center with four halls (Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, Mark Taper Forum, Ahmanson Theatre, Walt Disney Concert Hall).
  • Auditorium capacity: about 3,156 seats; total spaces for events can reach around 5,300.
  • Seating chart (auditorium): Orchestra 1,442; Founders Circle 471; Loge 443; Balcony (Lower) 350; Balcony (Upper) 400.
  • Parking: The Music Center Main Garage (between 1st St and Temple St) and the Walt Disney Concert Hall Garage (2nd St between Hope and Grand); self-parking around $10 for events and valet around $23.
  • Transit: Accessible via LA Metro (Civic Center/Grand Park and Grand Ave Arts/Bunker Hill stations); rideshare drop-offs at 218 N Hope St and 111 S Grand Ave.
  • Nearby hotels: Omni Los Angeles Hotel at California Plaza and The Westin Bonaventure Hotel & Suites are within walking distance.
  • Notable events: Hosted numerous Academy Awards ceremonies (1969–1987 and other years) and currently serves as home to LA Opera and Glorya Kaufman Presents Dance at the Music Center.
  • Renaming/demolition: The pavilion was renamed from Memorial Pavilion to Dorothy Chandler Pavilion and remains in use under that name; it has not been demolished.