If you're struggling to let go of what's holding you back from fully expressing yourself, Improv is…read moreone of the most powerful solutions--and Improv LA is the place to be. The teaching approach is incredibly inspiring. You feel supported every step of the way, and all the teachers in the classes I attended were not only highly professional but also deeply encouraging. Even as a complete beginner, I never felt intimidated or out of place--you truly feel like you belong right away. I'm so grateful I found this school. After completing Level 1, I immediately enrolled in Level 2 and continued all the way through Level 4. I'm proud to say I completed the entire Improv program at Improv LA, and it has been such a transformative journey. I also took Comedy Sketch 101--it was a blast! I came in with no idea what to expect, and by the end, I created a sketch that made the whole class laugh out loud!

I took Keith's improv class as a beginner and found it to be a really fun and honestly…read moretransformative experience. I liked that each week was divided up by different games, exercises, and lessons that slowly built up into a long form show. We learned the basics of improv and all its fun acronyms (yes and, CREW, etc.) and applied to to our scenes. Keith did an amazing job at making everyone feel welcomed and not scared to be vulnerable, and was an attentive teacher. I can tell he truly loves what he does because he genuinely laughs at every scene. Through this class, I also learned many life lessons: everyone is faking it till they make it, always ask more questions, embrace the silliness and absurdity of life, never stop playing, and just show up. Life is just improv if you really think about it :') Thanks Keith for a great class! Now go tap into your inner child and take an improv class!

Visited for the second time recently to see Beauty and The Beast, and still in awe of this Theater…read more You truly feel transported upon entry. From the beautiful architecture, the grand staircase, beautiful ceilings and everything in-between. Very clean and staff is always friendly and helpful. Truly takes your experience to the next level, just elevated. Highly, Highly recommend visiting!! Cannot wait to watch the Lion King this winter!!

I hear such great things about Pantages but I just came back from a showing of Beauty and the Beast…read morethat was extremely disappointing. The Broadway cast and crew were amazing, mad props to them, but my grievances lie with the theater staff due to poor handling of an unruly couple (8/26 Row SS, seats 110 and 111) that disrupted my entire show. From the beginning, they were talking loudly and singing along with the musical actors. We kept trying to tell them to stop but they continued. At some point they had their phone flashlight on and was looking for something while the show was still going (the flashlight is especially bright and distracting when everything else is dark and moody). They just repeatedly and blatantly ignored basic theater etiquette. These were not isolated incidents--they were persistent and disruptive enough to significantly interfere with the experience of the people sitting around them (at least 3 rows--their row, the row behind them, and the row in front of them). The entire first half was so miserable. During intermission, I brought the situation to the crew's attention and was told that someone would speak with them. Unfortunately, that didn't happen. I also found out during intermission from other people filing complaints with the crew that they were also texting the whole time and were disturbing the people sitting behind them (on top of being loud and obnoxious already). We did have 2 people give relatively weak (not firm at all) reminders of "no phone use, no talking, no singing along during the show" during intermission after the complaints but the couple was not present during those spiels. The couple then returned late from intermission and proceeded to interrupt the beginning of the second half... and then their disruptive behavior continued. During the second half, our area collectively decided to stop being polite about our grievances and started to intervene during the performance--telling them to be quiet, stop singing, and put their phone away while the show was going on. They didn't take the criticism well and started getting defensive. Why should paying guests have to police other audience members and, in doing so, further disrupt their own experience? For me what was particularly frustrating was the apparent lack of response from the theater after the issue had already been reported. It's just such a clear disruption of theater rules and common courtesy. Plus, other people are also complaining about the same two people. There should be a clear process for addressing the behavior, including asking them to leave. I see on the Pantages website that people can be escorted out... and I just can't believe that these people had no consequence whatsoever. 3 rows had a ruined experience because of them. I understand we can't predict who's walking through the door, considerate or rude or educated or not, but there has to be a protocol for the staff for when things like this happen. We the audience don't have power to kick them out (and wish we did) but the theater has, and the theater failed us. I just wish the staff will take complaints seriously and protect the experience of the rest of the audience. Moving forward, maybe have someone with a microphone announce ground rules, once at the beginning and another before intermission ends. In fact, I can't even imagine how much more disappointed I would be if it was any musical other than Beauty and the Beast. This one I know the Disney storyline and most of the songs so even with the 300 distractions I could follow along. The same cannot be said for other Broadway musicals. I would be so lost, so confused, and probably even more frustrated than I am now. I paid to see the performance, and instead I spent a significant portion of it distracted and frustrated. The lackluster response from the theater made an already frustrating situation even worse.

Saw the Little Mermaid with my partner and it was so fun! The acting, costumes and production was…read morespot on and really done thoughtfully well. Parking is shared with a popular plaza, so I suggest to park at the parking garage. If you are hungry, they have food, but I like the portos in the same lot as them beforehand.

Great theatre that puts on amazing shows. In the last year. I have seen 4 shows here ( Little Shop…read moreof Horrors, Madam Scrooge, Jesus Christ Superstar, The Full Monty) and they have all been excellent. This is a small, round, intimate theater. There isn't a bad seat in the house. Amazing staff. Everyone is not just friendly, but very outgoing. They offer parking validation at the garage 1 block down on Orange. With validation, parking is $1.

I came here to watch my friend perform in a play, and I was surprised by the very intimate setting…read more It only has two rows from the stage, so I was able to clearly see every actor close up. Fun experience! One hour parking is limited in the plaza, but there are enough spaces that you should try first. Plenty of street parking too. Theater is located on the second floor.

To all fans of live theater:…read more The Impro Theatre company is composed of some of the funniest people on this planet. Each production is unique. Improvised plays based on the works of Shakespeare, Chekov, Jane Austen, and Tennessee Williams are world-class and not to be missed. P. M. King, Los Angeles

I posted an updated review. James at the theatre posted in response, "Hello, James here - still…read morethe manager from when this review was originally posted 5 years ago. Is this update regarding a new transaction, or a rumination on this prior experience? The entire FOH staff has turned over several times in the intervening half decade. I can be reached at james@fountaintheatre.com. Thanks!" I thought I was clear in stating I felt it was "continued" poor service, but I guess I need to make that clearer. Thanks. Obviously, there are many others who are enjoying great experiences with this theatre company, so it's fair to consider me and in this case, my friend, as in the minority and not having great experiences.

The shows are always exceptional but parking is next to impossible and the space is too confining.read more

This is probably my ideal record store. Some can be overwhelmingly large, others can be padded out…read morewith common releases in poor condition priced in ways that seem intended to take advantage of inexperienced music buyers, but this is a small yet well-stocked shop with incredible, inspiring levels of curation, fair prices, and an atmosphere that speaks to the dedication of the owner. Don't come here for what you'd expect to find everywhere else, come here to discover something you never knew you needed.

This place is incredible. If you like sonically rich and adventurous music, this is the record…read morestore for you. It's a small space, but what they've curated is spectacular. I often go to record stores 10-50x bigger and leave with a shrug, but here I had to cut myself off and was making notes of artists to check out. It felt like flipping through a good friend's collection. At this point in time, when brick and mortar is so difficult to make work, the fact that they're sticking to their trip is so refreshing. Prices were very fair too. I definitely plan to do my part to make sure they stick around.

Beth Lapides reached out to me after reading my review and she had thoughtful and insightfully kind…read morethings to say. I'd be willing to give this another chance if I still lived in LA

This is my favorite secret Sunday night thing to do. The venue is adorable and the food super…read moresatisfying/good value. The mix of performers is always eclectic, fast paced and engaging. And parking is easy. Seriously. You can't miss. I think LA is the most artistically vibrant city right now because of these super accessible, high-production value, crazy creative events....UnCabaret is a consistent example.

Love coming here for shows. Small intimate space for a variety of shows, music, comedy, visiting…read moreperformers, plays, etc. Some shows can get really packed depending on the performer. They even offer classes here in playwriting, clowning, acting, etc. Super impressed with Ritch Shydner's comedy lecture show. Hope he comes back and does more episodes.

We went last night and had a great time! Plenty of street parking, small intimate black box theater…read moreand the shows were awesome! Every group was hilarious & we had a great night - plus tickets are only $5! Snacks & drinks for purchase at the front door. When you have a free night definitely check out this location

Hidden gem of a theatre - outstanding production of the play Proof. Perfect setting for intimate…read moresmall theatre. Wonderful casting - such emotion! Hopefully it will be extended so more people can enjoy fine job by actors, director, staging, and everyone else that makes this production shine!

An innovative home for artists who are brave enough to jump . If there is one way to describe the…read moreshows at here I would say "intimate". The level of work out of Moth constantly challenges and inspires.

I saw what I can only describe as a comedy magic show featuring Benjamin B. entitled "Trust Your…read moreInstincts." This particular show is part of the annual Fringe Festival, which is a mixed bag of shows, never knowing quite what you're going to get. I thought Ben brought a lot of energy to the show, told us fun stories, and dabbled in some magic here and there. Not your typical magic shows with card tricks and bunnies in hats, more of a storytelling show with moments of illusion. Obviously, Ben and his team put a lot of work into the show. It was my first time at the inconspicuous Skiptown Playhouse, but it worked for the show. A nice little black box theatre for quaint intimate productions here in LA.

Such a great place to watch stand-up comedy and open mic! The owners were very professional and…read morehelpful. It has a great community vibe! . . #supportsmallbussiness