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from$140/hr
Urban Loft with Ample Natural Light | Thymele Arts

Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA

4.8(173)
Venue capacity icon150

Event Space

...Thymele Arts. This is an open 35-foot by 60-foot loft with a flexible set up, ideal for parties, events, relaxed performances, and film. It includes a coffee bar, Wifi, refrigerators, couches, tables, and chairs. There is a small performance area at one end...
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from$89/hr
Intimate Black Box Theater with 36 Plush Red Seats and Gorgeous Red Curtain

Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA

4.9(622)
Venue capacity icon50

Theater

• Intimate theatre with 36 red plush seats on risers • Approximately 1100 sq foot space • Lobby and bar area that is great for ticketing • Dressing room and bathroom in back • Full length red curtains that open and close • 3 hidden...
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from$34/hr
Vibrant Color-Changeable Video Performance Stage in DTLA - BEVERLY STAGE

Westlake, Los Angeles, CA

4.8(141)
Venue capacity icon8

Studio

...50/hour who will record three full takes of one song, edit, and send you the final product with same day turnaround. Come perform your next big single and record your next music video here...
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from$199/hr
Huge Eastside warehouse space/studio w/30' cyc wall

Historic Filipinotown, Los Angeles, CA

4.9(219)
Venue capacity icon250

Event Space

** video tour of the space here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lDNJJdgNUt0 Available for rent is DAF Studios, a huge eastside warehouse space in Echo Park! There is lots of character inside this 5000 sq/ft., recently renovated building, with post/beam, bow-truss ceilings that are over 19' in the middle...
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from$54/hr
Unique Rain Room with heated water, stone tiled basin, pre-installed RGB lights and a large window with a fan - Hill 7. Perfect for Photo shoot and video shoot

South Los Angeles, CA

4.9(546)
Venue capacity icon20

Rain Room

Hill 7 stands out as a one-of-a-kind photo studio in Los Angeles, providing a truly unique experience with its controllable rain setup. The studio boasts ample space, measuring 36 feet in length and 20 feet in width, and includes a spacious basin area of 13...
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from$53/hr
Blackout photo & video studio with RGB Astera Light wall, LED light walls & black concrete floors

Downtown, Los Angeles, CA

4.9(851)
Venue capacity icon20

Studio

If you are looking for a photo studio that offers complete control over your shoot's lighting and background -look no further than Hill 2! Our studio features black walls and ceiling, providing a true blackout setting that allows you to fully customize your lighting for...
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from$125/hr
**NEW STUDIO 35% OFF**Neon Oasis Multi Set 300+ Color Changeable Combinations

Central LA, Los Angeles, CA

4.9(154)
Venue capacity icon50

Studio

...Party | Dance Party | Engagement Party | Event | Food Tasting | Function | Gathering | Happy Hour | Holiday Party | Marriage Proposal | Reception | Reunion | Wedding Reception | Wedding Shower | Performance | Poetry | Recital | Screening | Apparel Shoot | Clothing Shoot | Commercial Photoshoot | Fashion Shoot | Head Shot | Photo Shoot | Photo Studio | Portrait Photoshoot | Product Shoot | Promotional...
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from$100/hr
Wood/Metal Warehouse

South Los Angeles, CA

4.9(337)
Venue capacity icon20

Studio

Hi! Thank you for your interest in my warehouse. Please reach out with any questions you may have, I usually respond within an hour if not sooner. The warehouse interior has a 2000 sq ft, open span area plus a separate room for hair, make...
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from$50/hr
Intimate warehouse/workshop

North Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA

5.0(393)
Venue capacity icon80

Performance Space

Large Main Hall (24x39) as well as smaller Front Studio (20x11) totaling 2100sq feet. Perfect for rehearsals, day-shoots, seminars, presentations. ***AVAILABLE AT NO EXTRA CHARGE*** - Free street parking within a block or two - WiFi - Up to 90 banquet chairs and 5 banquet...
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Pricing and popularity information in this section is based on proprietary data from bookings made on Peerspace from 2016-2024.

Uncover where to host a performance in Los Angeles

Los Angeles boasts a vibrant and diverse live music and arts scene, and there’s no shortage of amazing performance spaces to choose from. Whether you need a spacious warehouse for an art show, a cozy cafe for an acoustic set, or an intimate theater for a play, the City of Angels has it all. Converted warehouses are the go-to performance locations in Los Angeles for events featuring an extensive guest list. These spaces often have giant open layouts with plenty of room to move around. Not to mention, they can accommodate any kind of event, from festivals to theatrical productions.
For a comparatively more intimate and low-key performance space in Los Angeles, cafes offer a cozy atmosphere that’s perfect for solo performances or small ensembles. Many cafe venues also serve food and drinks during performances, giving your audience a way to pass the time before and after they take in the show. For theatrical performances and improv shows, nothing beats the energy of a live theater event. Many theaters offer discounted or hourly rates that make renting easier on your wallet. Maximize the value of your time and money by renting high-quality performance spaces in the city.

Find out how to plan a performance in Los Angeles

When you're organizing a performance in LA, you need to pick the right space. Ideally, the performance venue has great accessibility and ample parking nearby. This way, your attendees can easily make their way to your event. Also, check out the space’s amenities — is there somewhere for your guests to stay after the show? Are there things for them to do nearby? Think about the ambience of the venue as well — is it a good fit for your audience? Does it have good acoustics? What kind of tech setup does it have? You'll also want to check if the venue host can provide additional rental items like tables, chairs, or decor items that you might need for your performance.

Book stunning performance spaces in Los Angeles

In and around LA, there are a variety of performance spaces available for rent. However, not all are suitable for every type of performance. For instance, music recitals, plays, stand-up comedy routines, and dance shows each have different requirements for their performance spaces. For choreography, a dance studio would be an ideal location, while a theater space is more suitable for actors performing a play.
No matter the type of performance you plan on hosting, ensure the rental space is large enough for your expected attendees, with the necessary features and amenities to support your event. Look for spaces that have good acoustics, offering a stage, comfortable seating, and sound system if needed. In addition, you may want to consider additional elements like lighting, temperature control, and security, depending on the size and type of event you’re organizing. Fortunately, in Los Angeles, you can take your pick from a diverse array of performance spaces.

Reviews for performance spaces

James P.
Pristine Modern LA/Hollywood Home w/ Huge Open Floor Plan + Great Natural Light!
whole party but small enough to still be intimate! The acoustics in the upstairs master bath are incredible, at least all my singers that performed thoughts so...
Tracey M.
Urban Cabaret Theatre Attached to a Hip Coffeehouse
staff. Very organized and easy to work with. Every detail attended to. The space itself was perfect for our event that included a live performance. Will definitely be booking future events here...
Lorine C.
Spacious Studio with free Parking
amazing space to record live performances
Debarah H.
Industrial Event Space in Hollywood
venue was perfect for my event, the space was amazing for the type of show I was presenting the stage was perfect for my performance, and upstairs was flawless for my guest to lounge around which everyone enjoyed and my vendors to set up their items. I received so many...
Eric J.
Industrial Event Space in Hollywood
We played group games and had plenty of space to sit and eat the catered food. The acoustics were incredible for the small live performance that we had. The only downside is parking so tell your guests to über or ride share. Overall an amazing experience and I can...
Daniel R.
Urban Loft with Ample Natural Light
Terrific and versatile space! John was a fantastic host and the space was clean, easy, and accommodating. We hosted a small performance event but I could see cocktail parties or talks being terrific in the space too. Thanks John...
River A.
Hollywood Speakeasy
Amazing space! Perfect for our shoot and with plenty of amenities. Perfect for a show or play or other artistic performance
Sonny S.
Hollywood Speakeasy
had lights and a great sound system with wireless mics that had all of our needs. It's perfect for small to mid size performances. John was also very flexible with COVID challenges as we had to move the date twice...