El Rey Theatre
Another best live music venue in Los Angeles is El Rey Theatre. The El Rey Theatre is an original art deco theater in the heart of the Miracle Mile, one of Los Angeles' preserved art deco districts. The El Rey was built in 1936 and designed by Clifford Balch. After over 50 years as a first-run movie house, the El Rey was converted into a live music venue in 1994. A registered Historic-Cultural Monument, the El Rey has sweeping staircases, an art deco lobby, a VIP balcony lounge, and a grand ballroom equipped with a full stage.
El Rey has the 800-capacity and runs a roster that's decidedly dust-free. From Fuzz to the Raveonettes, Dizzee Rascal to Autolux, the schedule is full of acts du jour, with the older but still-interesting likes of Roky Erickson and Nick Lowe also appearing. The sound and sightlines are both excellent.
- Address: 5515 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles
- Website: https://www.theelrey.com/
- Yelp Rating: 4/5
- Contact: (323) 936-6400
- Price: $20-50
