The Wilshire Ebell Theatre is a historic Broadway-style, proscenium venue located on the Ebell of Los Angeles campus. With 1,238 seats across Orchestra (855), Loge (168), and Balcony (215), it’s a premier stage for performances, premieres, lectures, and special events in Los Angeles.

Whether you’re catching a film premiere, a live concert, or a lecture, you’ll find a comfortable, classic theatre experience in the heart of Koreatown/Westlake area, just minutes from downtown LA. Secure your seats with us for a smooth, no-fuss buying process—like having a friend in the business who’s got you covered.

Parking is convenient with two on-site lots—one west of the building and another across Lucerne Blvd—with rental includes access to an adjacent lot. The theatre is easily reachable from the 10 and 101 freeways, and regional travelers can plan ahead with nearby hotel options along Wilshire Boulevard.

Nearby hotels like The LINE Hotel LA (3515 Wilshire Blvd) and Dunes Inn Wilshire (4300 Wilshire Blvd) offer comfortable stays close to the venue. For dining, the area features a range of options within walking distance, from casual eateries to evening-out spots. We’ll help you find suitable accommodations and dining that fit your plans, so you can focus on enjoying the show.

Historical note: The Wilshire Ebell Theatre is renowned for its role in cultural history—Judy Garland was discovered on its stage, and Amelia Earhart gave her last public speech there. It remains a vibrant venue for films, lectures, and performances today.

Getting there

The address of Wilshire Ebell Theatre is 4401 West 8th Street, Los Angeles, CA, 90005. [1] [2] [3]

Inside the venue

The total meeting space at Wilshire Ebell Theatre is 8,018 square feet. Wilshire Ebell Theatre is wheelchair accessible. Wilshire Ebell Theatre allows alcohol. [4]

Venue history

Wilshire Ebell Theatre was built in 1927. Wilshire Ebell Theatre is the oldest theatre in the nation built by and still operated by women. [4] [2]

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

Capacity: 1,238 seats (Orchestra 855, Loge 168, Balcony 215).
Venue type: Broadway-style, proscenium theatre on the Ebell of Los Angeles campus.
Address: The theatre is at 4401 W 8th St, Los Angeles, CA 90005; mailing address 743 S. Lucerne Blvd.
Seating chart: Orchestra 855, Loge 168, Balcony 215; total 1,238.
Parking: on-site parking with two lots (one west of the building and one across Lucerne Blvd); rental includes one adjacent parking lot.
Transit/access: located with easy access from the 10 and 101 freeways.
Nearby hotels: The LINE Hotel LA (3515 Wilshire Blvd) and Dunes Inn Wilshire (4300 Wilshire Blvd) are nearby.
Notable events: Judy Garland was discovered on the Wilshire Ebell Theatre stage; Amelia Earhart gave her last public speech there; the theatre also hosts film premieres, lectures and other performances.