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About Gil Cates Theater At Geffen Playhouse

Welcome to the Gil Cates Theater, the main-stage home of Geffen Playhouse in Los Angeles’ Westwood neighborhood. With the best available price seats, this versatile venue hosts a mix of season productions, world premieres, concerts, and education programs in a welcoming, intimate setting. Whether you’re a long-time theatergoer or trying live performance for the first time, we’ve got you covered with practical details to help you secure your seats and plan a smooth visit.

Geffen Playhouse is a community-focused venue featuring two theaters within the same complex. The Gil Cates Theater (formerly the main stage) is named in honor of longtime industry figure Gil Cates. While the venue does not operate its own parking, there are nearby validated and convenient options. Public transit serves the area, and several nearby hotels and dining options provide comfortable accommodations and great pre- or post-show meals. For the most up-to-date seating, accessibility, and show information, check the official Geffen Playhouse pages and be sure to secure your tickets early for popular productions.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Capacity: Gil Cates Theater seats 512.
  • Address: 10886 Le Conte Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90024.
  • Venue type: Main-stage theater (Gil Cates Theater) within Geffen Playhouse's two-theater complex.
  • Seating chart: Official seating configurations available on Geffen Playhouse Seating Charts page.
  • Parking: Geffen does not operate its own parking; nearby options include Glendon Apartments (validated), Westwood Plaza, UCLA Jules Stein Lot, and Broxton Public Parking Structure.
  • Transit: Geffen is about a 10-minute walk from Wilshire Blvd. & Westwood Blvd.; served by Santa Monica Big Blue Bus and Metro Rapid; future Purple Line connection.
  • Nearby hotels: W Los Angeles, Palihotel Westwood Village, UCLA Luskin Hotel, and 888 Hilgard Furnished Apartments listed under Plan Your Visit.
  • Notable events: The Gil Cates Theater hosts five season productions, world premieres, concerts, and education/outreach events.
  • Renaming/demolished: The main stage was renamed in March 2010 to Gil Cates Theater and the venue remains active.