VENUES

Historic, 5,900-seat amphitheater in a wooded park showcasing a variety of acts under the stars.

The Green Room on Ventura is a small, 21+ Sherman Oaks event space built for low-pressure creative nights: comedy open mics, music showcases, improv, yoga, podcasts, private hangs, and offbeat community gatherings. Think intimate Valley living-room energy with a stage-ready setup — best for comics, musicians, hosts, and friends who want something more personal than a bar or black-box theater.

Cozy venue for an improvisation & sketch comedy troupe that launched many famous careers.

The Grove is a venue in Los Angeles hosting live events and performances.

Tucked inside St. Barnabas Episcopal Church, Harmony Room at St. Be turns a sanctuary and upstairs hall into a neighborhood listening room with jazz at its center. Expect improv-minded sets alongside folk, pop, rock, and other live-music nights—best for NELA music heads who want close-up sound, community energy, and zero big-venue fuss.

Long-standing comedy club featuring big-name acts & mandatory two-drink minimum.

Attached to an old-school deli, this low-key haunt hosts rock bands in an intimate setting.

A jazz club since 1949, this spot now hosts an eclectic range of bands & serves brunch & bar food.

The Loft is a modern, open-concept flex space in Long Beach with a clean, customizable feel—think uplighting, flexible layouts, and room to make the place your own. It’s known more for celebrations, graduations, workshops, brand/content events, and community gatherings than a traditional concert hall, though music and creative nights fit right in. Best for hosts who want something fresh and easygoing without the ballroom stiffness.