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About McClintock Theatre - USC

Welcome to McClintock Theatre at the University of Southern California, now part of the Dick Wolf Drama Center. Opened in 2024, the complex consolidates two intimate performance spaces in one modern campus building: Sanctuary Theatre (100+ seats) and Stop Gap Theatre (60+ seats). This venue page covers what you need to know to secure your tickets, navigate on-site parking, reach the venue by public transit, and find nearby hotels and dining options for a hassle-free visit to downtown Los Angeles.

Whether you’re catching a contemporary play, a high-energy musical, or a dramatic reading, we’ve got you covered with practical details and reliable recommendations to make your experience easy and enjoyable.

Parking on USC campus is paid, with access through gates including Gate 4 (PSD), Gate 5 (PSD), and Gate 8 (PSB). The Downey Way Structure is a commonly used access point for visitors. For public transit, the Los Angeles Metro Expo Line serves the nearby Pico Station, with USC shuttles providing convenient connections to the Dick Wolf Drama Center. The surrounding area offers several lodging choices for visitors, from the USC Hotel adjacent to campus to downtown options like Omni Los Angeles, JW Marriott Los Angeles Live, Courtyard by Marriott Los Angeles Downtown, and other downtown hotels within a short ride. We recommend securing accommodations through our affiliate partners for reliable availability and convenient booking.

Venue highlights: The Dick Wolf Drama Center houses both Sanctuary Theatre and Stop Gap Theatre in a single, purpose-built space on USC’s campus. Expect modern rehearsal rooms, media labs, and state-of-the-art performance facilities designed to support contemporary theater production on the West Coast.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Current official venue: Dick Wolf Drama Center (two theatres: Sanctuary Theatre and Stop Gap Theatre) at 817 West 34th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90089.
  • Seating capacity: Sanctuary Theatre ~100+ seats; Stop Gap Theatre ~60+ seats.
  • Renamed/redeveloped: The McClintock Building was redeveloped into the Dick Wolf Drama Center; the new spaces opened in 2024 with two performance venues.
  • Original McClintock Theatre address (historical): 1010 W. Jefferson Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90089.
  • Notable recent events: The Wild Party (Second Stage) ran April 30–May 3, 2026 at McClintock Theatre; Old Times ran December 6–8, 2024 at the venue.
  • Parking guidance: Paid parking on campus, with gates such as Gate 4 (PSD), Gate 5 (PSD), Gate 8 (PSB); Downey Way Structure commonly used for access.
  • Transit: Los Angeles Metro Expo Line (Pico Station) is a short walk from USC; nearby transit links available via Expo Line and USC shuttles.
  • Nearby hotels: USC Hotel (3540 S Figueroa St) adjacent to campus; additional options include Omni, JW Marriott LA Live, Courtyard LA Live, and other downtown LA hotels within a few miles.
  • Location context: SDA’s new home (Dick Wolf Drama Center) consolidates spaces in one building on the USC campus, with modern rehearsal, media labs, and performance spaces.