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THE GROUNDLINGS THEATER & SCHOOL

7307 Melrose Ave
Los Angeles, CA, CA 90046



Review: SPAMALOT at Hollywood Pantages Theatre


by Amanda Callas - March 30, 2026

Outrageously silly and positively contagious in its deranged fun, Spamalot is quite possibly the best night out you will have all year. ...

Review: THE LAST FIVE YEARS at Hudson Theatres Backstage


by Melissa Heckscher - March 30, 2026

Chalomot's debut production may not be flawless, but it marks a meaningful first for a new theater company willing to take risks, invest in artists, and bring emotionally-driven theater to smaller spaces....

Review: KIM’S CONVENIENCE at Ahmanson Theatre


by Harker Jones - March 27, 2026

While KIM'S CONVENIENCE is charming, the nutritional value may feel more like catching dinner at a 7-Eleven than a fully rounded meal....

Review: SWEET CHARITY! at The JAXX Theater Hollywood is "must see" MUSICAL THEATRE!


by Gavin Glynn - March 26, 2026

Pow Thrust! Bam!! The is the best polished musical theater production currently on the boards in LA!  Musical Theater god, James Lent, took a four piece hugely talented band with only a five piece orchestrations to sound magically like a full orchestra bringing a solid punch to every number!  Crea...

Review: JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR at Nocturne Theatre


by Harker Jones - March 24, 2026

JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR is an electrifying take on the last days of Jesus from one of the most underrated venues in Los Angeles....

Review: YOU CAN'T TAKE IT WITH YOU at Morgan-Wixson Theatre


by Shari Barrett - March 22, 2026

When Tony “accidentally” brings his conservative parents over for dinner a night too early, all hell breaks loose as the polished socialites clash with the chaos and disorder of the Sycamore clan, which raised the roof with laughter thanks to Cate Caplin’s spot-on direction and the impeccable ...

Review: FAIRVIEW at Rogue Machine At The Matrix Theatre


by Evan Henerson - March 23, 2026

Despite its title, its well-intentioned if cynical nod to diplomacy, Oz Scott’s production is a swift kick to the nether regions. You will probably laugh – hard and often, and you will emerge after 100 minutes with plenty to discuss....

Review: DRAGON MAMA written and performed by SARA PORKALOB at Geffen Playhouse


by Shari Barrett - March 18, 2026

In this next chapter, Sara takes on many personas who interact with her mother during her lifetime, each one a standout as an individual through unique voice and movement thanks to Sara's great skill with improvisation....

Review: ALL MY SONS at Antaeus Theatre Company


by Harker Jones - March 17, 2026

What did our critic think of ALL MY SONS at Antaeus Theatre Company?With Miller’s prescient book and under Nguyễn’s precise and fluid direction, ALL MY SONS is another gem in the Antaeus crown....

Review: THE COLOR PURPLE by Chromolume Theatre at The Zephyr


by Shari Barrett - March 16, 2026

Directed magnificently by Elijah Green, with energetic choreography by Katie Powers-Faulk and musical direction by Miki Yokomizo, the totally entertaining and artistically brilliant production pulled me in from the moment it started....

Past Shows

The Crazy Uncle Joe Show
The Crazy Uncle Joe Show
Aug 31 – Dec 28, 2022

Join us LIVE as The Groundlings Players begin with three suggestions from the crowd, and then proceed to weave the stories together, traveling back and...

Cookin' With Gas
Cookin' With Gas
Sep 1 – Nov 17, 2022

For over 30 years The Groundlings Main Company, Alumni and Sunday Company have played together every Thursday night in the all-improv explosion that has become...

Viva Las Sunday
Viva Las Sunday
Sep 4 – Oct 30, 2022

The Sunday Company members write and perform a new sketch comedy show every Sunday night. Each member has completed the Core Track (improv training) and...

The Completely Different Late Show
The Completely Different Late Show
Sep 3 – Oct 29, 2022

Its fast and most definitely furious. Straight from the top, The Groundlings Main Company delivers a 80-minute sketch and improv experience that could only happen...

Captain Groundlings' All You Can Eat Krab Shack
Captain Groundlings' All You Can Eat Krab Shack
Jul 22 – Sep 16, 2022

Get ready to be served 100% fresh, hilarious sketch comedy delivered straight from the Main Company.COVID 19 SAFETY THIS EVENT REQUIRES: PROOF OF VACCINATION &...

Sister Groundling: My Comedy, My Choice
Sister Groundling: My Comedy, My Choice
Aug 16

Sister Groundings believe a person should have the right to choose. Please join us on August 16th for a special one night only fundraising improv...

Groundlings of '69
Groundlings of '69
May 13 – Jun 25, 2022

Peace, Love & Comedy. Come on down to Melrose for a groovy night of far-out, hilarious sketch comedy from the Groundlings Main company. Trip out...

Cookin' With Gas
Cookin' With Gas
Feb 17 – Apr 28, 2022

For over 30 years The Groundlings Main Company, Alumni and Sunday Company have played together every Thursday night in the all-improv explosion that has become...

The Crazy Uncle Joe Show
The Crazy Uncle Joe Show
Feb 17 – Apr 28, 2022

Join us LIVE as The Groundlings Players begin with three suggestions from the crowd, and then proceed to weave the stories together, traveling back and...

Sunday Over The Rainbow
Sunday Over The Rainbow
Feb 13 – Apr 24, 2022

The Sunday Company members write and perform a new sketch comedy show every Sunday night. Each member has completed the Core Track (improv training) and...

Groundlings of '69 (Previews)
Groundlings of '69 (Previews)
Apr 9 – Apr 23, 2022

A brand new groovy sketch show from the Groundlings Main company. Opens April 29th.COVID 19 SAFETY THIS EVENT REQUIRES: PROOF OF VACCINATION & MASKED WHILE...

Psychic Hotline
Psychic Hotline
Mar 11 – Apr 23, 2022

The Main Company conjurs up a magical, enchanting evening of hilarious, original sketch comedy. Good times are a mere phone call away.COVID 19 SAFETY THIS...

Psychic Hotline
Psychic Hotline
Feb 19 – Mar 25, 2022

The Main Company conjurs up a magical, enchanting evening of hilarious, original sketch comedy. Good times are a mere phone call away.Previews begin on February...

Lights Up
Lights Up
Feb 17 – Feb 24, 2022

Ringing in the New Year with Lights Up. The Groundlings return to our legendary stage on Melrose Avenue to perform their new hit improv show!...

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