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Illusion Magic Lounge
Santa Monica, CA4.9 (9)
150 guests
Illusion Magic Lounge. We have a magic themed art deco bar and lounge in front, with a 150 seat theater in the back, often showcasing magicians, comedians, burlesque dancers, and more! The space is great for performers as we have a dressing room and green room available for use.
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$250
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4 hr min
fanaticSalon
3.7 miles from Santa Monica, CA50 guests
fanaticSalon. great location for movie or video shoots. daily and hourly rentals. perfect for rehearsals, auditions, workshops, classes, theater productions, improv and stand up and music shows. host available to facilitate whatever you may need. we have state of the art sound equipment and lights. two patios
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$150
/hr
4 hr min
The Tub Theater
Serving the Santa Monica, CA area5.0 (2)
30 guests
The Tub Theater. The Tub is a small theater space with a fun lobby with arcade machines and food and beverage storage. The theater has 18 seats and additional sofa and foldable chair seating. Typically holds around 30 individuals. This unique space is the middle ground between the
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$150
/hr
2 hr min
DramaQueen Studios
Serving the Santa Monica, CA area5.0 (5)
30 guests
DramaQueen Studios. This booking permits access to entire space.
Studio Tour: https://vimeo.com/928582044
Theater plays, live performances, music videos, live music, seminars, lectures, comedy shows, photo shoots, whatever your heart desires on our stage we can provide.
We have 9 legendary stairs that meet our grand stage. Equipped with optional red
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$125
/hr
2 hr min
Ahiah Center
Serving the Santa Monica, CA area190 guests
Ahiah Center. Our performance theater is conveniently located in a lovely area of Pasadena, CA. The space has a large stage and a viewing area that can hold up to 190 guests. Our theater has been used for: live performances, celebrations, gaming nights,
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$150
/hr
2 hr min
Theater/Auditorium
Serving the Santa Monica, CA area5.0 (18)
60 guests
Theater/Auditorium. Theater and Auditorium
The theater has a professional stage with lighting and sound system, LED and Steinway piano. Our stage measures 33' by 23'6. The audience section allows for up to 65 seats on the floor, which can be removed for flexible multipurpose use of this
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$205
/hr
8 hr min
The Film Lounge: Your Gateway to Entertainment
Downtown, Santa Monica, CA5.0 (1)
21 guests
a sports fanatic that wants an intimate viewing experience with friends, or utilizing it for a romantic date night space, this theater room is your personal escape. With three rows of seating, every seat is a perfect view of the screen. Book your private showing today
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$95
/hr
2 hr min
Phillips Chapel CME Church
Ocean Park, Santa Monica, CA40 guests
Phillips Chapel CME Church. Step into a piece of Santa Monica history! Our beautifully preserved social hall is now available for rent — perfect for film and photo shoots, meetings, workshops, pop up events, dance classes, intimate weddings, repasts, and more.
Capacity:
• Up to 30 guests seated
• Up to 50 guests standing
Included Amenities:
• (7)
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$100
/hr
4 hr min
Westside Black Box Space
Santa Monica, CA5.0 (20)
50 guests
Highways is a highly versatile venue, equipped to serve a wide range of producers and presenters with a professional rental experience. Most commonly used for staging productions, screening films, workshops, video shoots, and presenting visual art, our space is also no strangers to special events, galas,
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$150
/hr
4 hr min
Downtown Santa Monica Industrial Venue for Multi-purpose Use
Downtown, Santa Monica, CA5.0 (6)
50 guests
We are a 75 seat cabaret style comedy venue with flexible seating. We also have a 16 ft by 9 ft wood stage that is great for meetings, conferences, recordings, and performances. Included in our venue is a green room, bathrooms, and a beer and wine
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$175
/hr
2 hr min
Santa Monica Dance/Movement Studio/Meeting/Rehearsal Space with Outdoor Courtyard and Natural Light
Sunset Park, Santa Monica, CA5.0 (44)
40 guests
Dance/movement studio with beautiful sprung wood dance floor.
Indoor space can be used for classes, rehearsals, meetings, parties, filming, etc.
Outdoor courtyard adjacent that can be used as well.
Lots of natural light and windows, great Santa Monica neighborhood.
Private bathroom, AC, water fountain.
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$75
/hr
1 hr min
Leah Kirsch
Sunset Park, Santa Monica, CA5.0 (1)
30 guests
Leah Kirsch. This is Leah Kirsch's very own flagship art gallery, clothing store and art studio. With her signature graffiti style calligraphy covering the walls and floor and her studio in behind doors in the back, the LK space makes for a truly iconic spot to shoot anything
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$120
/hr
4 hr min
California Heritage Museum
Ocean Park, Santa Monica, CA200 guests
California Heritage Museum. Host your next event at our beautiful outdoor space that accompanies the 1894 home converted into a museum. Our space is the perfect setting for weddings, social networking gatherings, launch events, and more! The space can be adapted to fit most event needs, and is located
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$300
/hr
4 hr min
Marshall Gallery
Pico, Santa Monica, CA5.0 (4)
60 guests
Marshall Gallery. An intimate and minimal gallery space in Santa Monica’s Bergamot Station Arts Center, California’s largest art gallery complex. The space features polished concrete floors and a combination of light and dark gray walls with gallery lighting.
Over 1200 sq. ft. of bright and open space with industrial
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$200
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4 hr min
Beautiful Music Teaching Studio
Pico, Santa Monica, CA5.0 (89)
3 guests
This is a great space, approximately 200 square feet, for teaching acoustical instruments like piano and guitar and voice lessons. There is a baby grand piano which stays tuned year round. There are several chairs for seating. The piano is at one end of the
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$20
/hr
1 hr min
The Braid
Sunset Park, Santa Monica, CA75 guests
The Braid. Our Main Performance Space is the heart of The Braid, offering an intimate yet dynamic environment perfect for live events. With a capacity of up to 75 guests, this elegant theatre is designed to create an immersive experience for your audience.
Featuring a state of the art
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$178
/hr
1 hr min
The Braid
Sunset Park, Santa Monica, CA75 guests
The Braid. Why People Love The Braid Space:
New, Clean & Stylish: A modern warm contemporary theatre space with top notch amenities for up to 75 guests.
Convenient & Safe Location: Easy access to 405 and 10 Freeways, nestled in a safe Santa Monica neighborhood
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$300
/hr
1 hr min
The Braid
Sunset Park, Santa Monica, CA40 guests
The Braid. Second Performance/Meeting Space is a flexible, multi purpose venue within The Braid, offering a unique setting for a variety of events. With a capacity of 40 guests, this space is perfect for live productions, conferences, meetings, workshops, and more. Its adaptable layout and modern amenities ensure
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$115
/hr
1 hr min
Movie Theater and Gallery Space in South LA
8.6 miles from Santa Monica, CA100 guests
Strategy and Soul Theater is owned and operated by the Labor/Community Strategy Center.
The space features DCP and Bluray/streaming projection onto a 200' screen.
Maximum capacity for seating is 100 in theater style seating. The theater has a seating area of roughly 1000 square feet.
This
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$150
/hr
2 hr min
Lounge on Melrose
8.7 miles from Santa Monica, CA5.0 (49)
45 guests
Lounge on Melrose. Located in the heart of West Hollywood, our location comfortably holds 45 people. We offer a full stage space with one entrance onstage, and a working projector. There are three bathrooms right outside our door, in the building. We have a refrigerator, coffee maker, and microwave
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$75
/hr
2 hr min
Large Theatre Right on Melrose with Outdoor Courtyard
8.8 miles from Santa Monica, CA4.9 (7)
100 guests
Our theatre is a 3/4th thrust stage with 74 seats total and roughly 50 seats in the center section. We have a beautiful recently updated outdoor courtyard that is used as the lobby plus 3 restrooms and 2 spacious dressing rooms.
Our space is great for Film
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$200
/hr
2 hr min
Expansive Multi-Functional Theater for Film Shoots, Rehearsals, Parties, and More
Serving the Santa Monica, CA area4.7 (27)
100 guests
This playing space is unlike any other in Los Angeles.
For filmmakers, the open floor plan with high ceilings and black walls makes this space a fully functional sound stage.
Plenty of power running through the grid and on stage to meet any needs you may have for
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$145
/hr
3 hr min
Elegant and Affordable Theater for Film/Photo Shoots/Teaching and Performance Space/Screening Room/Events
Serving the Santa Monica, CA area5.0 (42)
60 guests
perfect for photo shoots, film shoots, meditation classes, rehearsals, on tape auditions, staged readings, acting classes and private screening events.
The theater seats up to 50 people comfortably and has ample natural light.
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$100
/hr
4 hr min
Intimate Black Box Theater with 36 Plush Red Seats and Gorgeous Red Curtain
Serving the Santa Monica, CA area4.9 (840)
50 guests
• 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 doors on the stage walls as
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$89
/hr
2 hr min
Gorgeous Bohemian theater with Red Velvet Curtains and Wood Beam Ceilings
Serving the Santa Monica, CA area5.0 (26)
250 guests
Perfect for Theater shows, musicals, cabaret, film premieres, festivals, comedy, burlesque, art showings, recitals, movie nights, birthdays, wedding receptions, karaoke parties, listening parties, magic nights. etc.
Full stage 22' X 16'
Red Velvet Curtains with rope system to open and close
Black velvet curtain back drop
2 Projector
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$149
/hr
3 hr min
Beautiful Theatre in the heart of North Hollywood
Serving the Santa Monica, CA area100 guests
recordings. The space sets the tone with its inviting atmosphere, providing a warm and professional setting for any occasion.
🔹 99 Seat Theater – Versatile & Spacious
Featuring retractable seating, our theater transforms to fit your needs—whether you're producing a live show, hosting a masterclass, leading a dance
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$200
/hr
1 hr min
DTLA Historic Theater | Vintage Stage | Downtown LA Performance Venue
Serving the Santa Monica, CA area200 guests
Step into downtown LA's most captivating period theater, where classic stage design meets architectural heritage. Our 4,000 sq ft vintage performance space features a traditional proscenium arch stage and elegant mezzanine level, creating one of DTLA's most authentic historic theater locations. This versatile venue combines red
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$448
/hr
8 hr min
Downtown central located multiroom warehouse loft victorian antique decor club event podcast film horror music video theater birthday modular party venue
Serving the Santa Monica, CA area5.0 (2)
250 guests
Use every nook and cranny of this uniquely designed theater space to advance your creative vision! The Victorian style furniture will make your creation look and feel like a classy affair no matter what you are creating! Showcase your talents on our awesome sound system or
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$200
/hr
2 hr min
TLC For The Blind
Serving the Santa Monica, CA area250 guests
TLC For The Blind. Therapeutic Living and Learning Centers is pleased to offer their prestigious Black Box Theatre for rent/use by community organizations, theatre groups, dance groups, performance artists and other organizations in need of a flexible and professional place to practice and/or perform.
Equipped with a new state of the
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$350
/hr
8 hr min
Majestic theater perfect for concerts, film shoots and screenings, private events, music videos, weddings and brand launches.
Serving the Santa Monica, CA area5.0 (4)
250 guests
Majestic theater perfect for concerts, film screenings, festivals, film shoots, photo shoots, red carpet premieres, private events and weddings. We have over 8000sf of space: including a large refurbished theater (holds 300), a luxurious lobby (holds 100 150) and our panoramic rooftop patio (75
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$300
/hr
6 hr min
HISTORIC DOWNTOWN THEATER PREMIER EVENT VENUE
Serving the Santa Monica, CA area80 guests
Nestled in the heart of Los Angeles, this iconic theater has been reimagined as a versatile event space, seamlessly blending its rich history with modern amenities. Originally established in 1924, the venue has undergone several transformations, culminating in its current incarnation as "The Kult," a premier
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$250
/hr
10 hr min
Brand New Multipurpose Theater Space with GORGEOUS Lobby and a Parking Lot
Serving the Santa Monica, CA area4.8 (4)
120 guests
Welcome to the Wisteria Theater!
Step into our lobby and find yourself transported to an enchanted forest, where magic and whimsy meet elegance. Our versatile theater space, featuring non fixed seating, offers the flexibility to craft the perfect vibe for any event.
With a stunning 16 foot LED
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$195
/hr
1 hr min
Intimate Theater & Terrace in DTLA
Serving the Santa Monica, CA area10 guests
Book you next movie or game night in our wonderful theater room.
This space comes equipped with theater like lounging chairs capable of seating up to 10 guests. It has a large flat screen tv that is connected to a three speaker surround sound system.
Our
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$50
/hr
2 hr min
Performing Arts Center - 80-Seat Theatre
Serving the Santa Monica, CA area80 guests
Theatre Company is located in Downtown Glendale, CA. The facility includes an 80 seat theater, is available for rental, schedule permitting.
The theater’s availability and exact specifications may change due to our production schedule. Due to the nature of our season and production schedule, it is
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$180
/hr
4 hr min
Theater with Dance Studio, Lobby, and Many Breakout Spaces
Serving the Santa Monica, CA area4.8 (12)
500 guests
Theater space with 13,300 square feet of usable space including lobby, Cabaret, dance studio, dressing and make up rooms, rehearsal space, balcony, Tech booth w/ Sound and Lighting boards, Bar, and many break out rooms.
350 seat theater in the round. Parking is easy, there is
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$425
/hr
4 hr min
Your Personal Theater Space
Serving the Santa Monica, CA area5.0 (2)
33 guests
Step into Promenade's luxurious theater for movies, sports, and presentations. Enjoy the latest blockbusters, live sports action, and engaging talks with your neighbors. It's the perfect spot for entertainment and community connection—all in one place! The space boasts 27 chairs and 3 large pillows/beanbags. Relax and
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$75
/hr
2 hr min
Frequently Asked Questions
Pricing and popularity information in this section is based on proprietary Peerspace booking data, reflecting recent booking activity and the latest data available through March 2026.
How much does a theater cost to rent in Santa Monica?
Theaters in Santa Monica average $148 per hour to rent, but it’s easy to spend less or more depending on what you’re looking for. For a space on the smaller side, expect to spend closer to $104, whereas larger venues run about $290 per hour.
theaters Pricing Range in Santa Monica, CA
Graphic displaying average hourly rates for theaters venues in Santa Monica, ranging between $104.27 and $290.25.
$148/hr average
$104/hr$290/hr
What's the best day to rent a theater in Santa Monica?
Saturdays are the most popular day for booking theaters in Santa Monica. For those seeking a deal, consider booking Monday and Sunday as these days are 42% cheaper on average.
How popular are theaters in Santa Monica?
Our local hosts have welcomed 817 people into their theaters with reviews averaging 4.93 stars. Most even said they would book again -- about 97%.
How long do people rent theaters in Santa Monica?
Most theaters are scheduled for 6 hours, with 27 people in attendance. You’ll find the most Theaters starting between 1:00 PM and 2:00 PM.
theaters Booking Times in Santa Monica, CA
Image representing average rental time for theaters in Santa Monica, emphasizing most start between 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
10:00 AM5:00 PM
Reviews for theaters
Jordan B.
Theater
This was my third successful seminar at City Garage Theater with Charles. The seating is cozy and Charles makes sure all the tech & lighting is appropriate for our needs. I enjoy working out of the space so much, it's like a quarterly residency. Love it...
Amanda B.
Theater
and the lapel mics were nice and easy to use too! Thank you for helping us host a great workshop in the City Garage Theater, everyone raved about how cool the area was and how the theater is a gem in town and loved the stadium seating...
Claus Nymann C.
Theater
We were very pleased to use the City Garage Theater for our 3 day seminar of Q&A’s and panel debates with people from the movie industry. The facilities are great and fulfilled our every need.
The theater is conveniently placed just opposite Bergamont Metro station and there is...
Tim C.
150 Seat Theater with Art Deco Bar and Lounge
Great experience. The theater was clean and looked just like the pics! Randy was super easy to work with and a very swift and consistent communicator. I would most definitely book here again...
David D.
Theater
Again, thank you Charles for the use of your fantastic theater
Brian D.
Theater
Charles was amazing and we loved the feeling of the City Garage theater!
Charles is a fantastic host, super accommodating, helpful, timely, responds quickly to requests, and does everything he can to make sure you have the best experience at his venue.
He helped us by providing microphones, was there...
Obe E.
MAIN STAGE - 3rd Street Promenade: Amazing Room for Screenings, Performances, Meetups, Workshops, Lectures
Host was amazing! Great response time!
Space was as photos showed. Great as-is for theater or comedy events
Michelle H.
Theater
The theater was a great venue - much different than a stuffy hotel conference room. All the attendees loved it. Charles was fantastic to work with and was very responsive to all of my questions. The PeerSpace concierge was on top of it and b'fast was delivered as promised. Highly...
Nalip L.
Theater
We had an incredible time at the theater. Will definitely come back for more workshops. Charles was extremely helpful, punctual, and hospitable. The event went smoothly without problems. Looking forward to the next one...
Amy L.
Venice Beach Private Studio/ Theater
Fabio is nice and friendly👌🏼👌🏼 the theater area is the only area we could access but it’s good enough! Would definitely come back and recommend it to surroundings...
Val O.
Theater
Another successful event at City Garage Theater! Charles is great to work with
Val O.
Theater
Great event at City Garage Theater! The space is awesome and unique, plus the AV already set-up makes everything that much smoother...
Val O.
Theater
Thanks for another great event at City Garage Theater
Hazel R.
150 Seat Theater with Art Deco Bar and Lounge
recently had the pleasure of hosting a film festival at this theater, and I must say it was an absolute delight from start to finish. The venue's commitment to providing a top-notch cinematic experience was evident in every detail, making it the perfect backdrop for our film showcase...
Franco S.
Theater
event at City Garage several months ago at which time I had already decided that I would rent it myself when I needed a theater.
The experience was everything I had hoped for and expected and more. Charles is extremely accommodating and went out of his was to accommodate the...
Holly S.
Theater
Very easy to book and use - incredibly cute space! Charles was wonderful and gracious host. The theater is even cuter than it looks in the pics. Really nice and well kept, clean. Loved being in this space. I'll definitely be back to do another event...
Gary S.
Industrial Loft Gallery with great lighting featuring our own art exhibits for an interesting cultural experience
the event went well and attendees enjoyed the experience. Having the large white wall to project upon made the video experience more like a theater. We were able to work closely with the host and support their own nonprofit mission. Very friendly and very amenable to holding our event...
Bryan T.
Theater
The experience was fantastic from start to finish. The space is amazing the most intimate theater and experience. Charles was incredible. Patient and helpful with everything we needed from start to finish. Great experience...
Rajiv U.
Theater
The City Garage Theater boasts some of the most elegant interiors of any such spaces I've seen. From refined leather seats, to fantastic lighting, and further to an exceptional acoustic environment, this space is perfect for any intimate gathering be it theater performances, meetings, or seminars.
In fact, so...
Marc W.
Venice Beach Private Studio/ Theater
Perfect place for the theater scene we were shooting. Fabio was very helpful. Great space for the cost
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