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The Ivar Theatre, located at 1605 Ivar Ave in Los Angeles, is a historic venue with a rich theatrical legacy. While it has not operated as a regular public-performance venue since 2012, it continues to serve as an educational space for the Los Angeles Film School. This page provides an insider overview of the venue’s seating history, current use, parking and transit options, and nearby lodging and dining resources to help you plan visits or events in the Hollywood area.
Whether you’re researching LA’s theater heritage or coordinating a trip to see a class, performance, or related activity at the Ivar, we’ve got you covered with practical details and trusted partner recommendations for accommodations and dining nearby.
Nearby landmarks and transit options place the Ivar Theatre within easy reach of Hollywood’s vibrant energy. While there isn’t a current public seating chart to reference for performances, historical capacity figures range from about 285 to 350 seats across different eras. For guests visiting the broader Hollywood and Sunset/Vine corridor, the area offers a mix of boutique hotels, casual to upscale dining, and accessible public transit, including proximity to the Metro Red Line and local bus routes. If you’re planning a visit, secure your arrangements through reliable partners and we’ll help you find convenient options that fit your schedule and budget.
Note: RESCHEDULED events or Date to be announced dates are not applicable to this venue’s current operation as an educational space. Always verify any public-facing events or exhibitions through official LA Film School communications or venue partners.
Venue Details
- Address: 1605 Ivar Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90028
- Current Use: Educational space for the Los Angeles Film School; historically hosted theatre productions and burlesque events
- Past Seating Capacity: Historically reported seats ranged from 285 to 350; no current public seating chart
- Parking: On-site 260-space lot at 1526 Ivar Ave associated with the LA Film School; nearby garages include Cinerama Dome Garage (1400 Ivar Ave) and other area lots
- Transportation: Close to Hollywood/WeHo transit hubs; bus service available; near Hollywood/Vine corridor; walking distance to Metro Red Line stops
- Nearby Hotels: The Godfrey Hotel Hollywood is a nearby option in the Sunset/Beach area cluster; additional lodging in Sunset/Vine corridor
- Nearby Dining: A variety of casual to upscale dining options in the Hollywood area; affiliate partners available for curated restaurant recommendations
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For planning, you can also explore nearby transit hubs and parking options to time your visit efficiently. We’ll help you secure seats, parking, and a comfortable place to stay near the Ivar Theatre area.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 1605 Ivar Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90028 (historic reference also cited as 1605 Ivar St in older sources).
- Venue type and current status: Historically a theatre; as of 2012 it has been used as a classroom space by the Los Angeles Film School and is not regularly rented as a public-performance venue.
- Capacity history: reported seats range from about 285 to 350 in various eras (e.g., 350 seats per early sources; 327-seat figure in 1989; 285 seats per Cinema Treasures).
- Seating chart/public accessibility: No current public seating chart; it operated as a theatre in past decades and is now primarily an educational space.
- Parking: on-site parking for the LA Film School appears available (e.g., a 260-space lot at 1526 Ivar Ave) and multiple nearby garages such as the Cinerama Dome Garage at 1400 Ivar Ave; street parking and other lots are in the area.
- Transit: located near Hollywood/Weho transit hubs with bus service and near the Hollywood/Vine area; close to Metro Red Line (public transit stops within walking distance).
- Nearby hotels: the Godfrey Hotel Hollywood is listed nearby (within the Sunset/Beach area cluster); other lodging options are in the Sunset/Vine corridor.
- Notable events hosted (historical): hosted stage plays and later burlesque functions; notable productions include The Barrett’s of Wimpole Street, The Glass Menagerie, The Pajama Game, and Godspell (Dec 1971); the Grateful Dead performed there in 1966.