Open Fist Theatre
Address:
1625 N. La Brea Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90039
Open Fist Theatre History
Founded in 1990, the company chose the name Open Fist to represent its fierce determination to reach out and engage audiences with impactful work. From its inception, the company immediately established its reputation as a cutting-edge ensemble, willing to tackle difficult material. Under the present leadership of Artistic Director Martha Demson, the company has evolved into a self-producing and ever-expanding artistic collective of actors, playwrights, designers and directors.
Shows at the Open Fist Theatre
| Dates | Production | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 8/2/2019 | - | 9/21/2019 | |
| 4/30/2005 | - | 6/12/2005 | |
News
Interview: Director Amanda Weier of MARISOL by José Rivera at Atwater Village Theatre
by Shari Barrett - Aug 25, 2026
Open Fist Theatre Company is presenting a rare revival of Marisol, the Obie-winning work by Puerto Rican playwright José Rivera, whose powerfully poetic language creates a dreamlike blend of magical realism in this darkly funny, apocalyptic fable about survival, faith and hope. I spoke with Open Fist associate artistic director Amanda Weier about her vision for directing the play which runs September 12 through October 24 at Atwater Village Theatre
by Shari Barrett - Aug 25, 2026
Open Fist Theatre Company is presenting a rare revival of Marisol, the Obie-winning work by Puerto Rican playwright José Rivera, whose powerfully poetic language creates a dreamlike blend of magical realism in this darkly funny, apocalyptic fable about survival, faith and hope. I spoke with Open Fist associate artistic director Amanda Weier about her vision for directing the play which runs September 12 through October 24 at Atwater Village Theatre
A NUMBER to Open at Madnani Theatre in Hollywood
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 24, 2026
Caryl Churchill's cloning drama A NUMBER will run at the Madnani Theater in Hollywood, starring Damien Midkiff and Michael Muniz Vodde under James Paradise's direction.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 24, 2026
Caryl Churchill's cloning drama A NUMBER will run at the Madnani Theater in Hollywood, starring Damien Midkiff and Michael Muniz Vodde under James Paradise's direction.
MARISOL Revival to Open at Open Fist Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 30, 2026
Open Fist Theatre Company will present a rare revival of José Rivera's Obie-winning play Marisol, directed by Amanda Weier, at Atwater Village Theatre in Los Angeles.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 30, 2026
Open Fist Theatre Company will present a rare revival of José Rivera's Obie-winning play Marisol, directed by Amanda Weier, at Atwater Village Theatre in Los Angeles.
Review: THE GREAT CLOWN BANK SHOW at Open Fist Theatre Company
by Harker Jones - Jul 9, 2026
What did our critic think of THE GREAT CLOWN BANK SHOW at Open Fist Theatre Company?The lunacy is unbridled, but with all the insanity, you’re too often left wondering: “What is going ON??” And moreover: “Why??”
by Harker Jones - Jul 9, 2026
What did our critic think of THE GREAT CLOWN BANK SHOW at Open Fist Theatre Company?The lunacy is unbridled, but with all the insanity, you’re too often left wondering: “What is going ON??” And moreover: “Why??”
Review: ROMEO AND JULIET at Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum
by Evan Henerson - Jun 21, 2026
Casting high school aged teen-agers can be a trickier needle to thread than one might think. Two actors who are still in high school wrestling down the spectrum of emotions, growth journeys and heartbreak of Shakespeare’s tale is no small achievement. Asher Hagler and Quinnlyn Scheppner make their marks; they are charismatic, genuine and, yes, also very young.
by Evan Henerson - Jun 21, 2026
Casting high school aged teen-agers can be a trickier needle to thread than one might think. Two actors who are still in high school wrestling down the spectrum of emotions, growth journeys and heartbreak of Shakespeare’s tale is no small achievement. Asher Hagler and Quinnlyn Scheppner make their marks; they are charismatic, genuine and, yes, also very young.
Interview: Creator/Director Hank Jacobs of THE GREAT CLOWN BANK SHOW
by Shari Barrett - Jun 16, 2026
The Great Clown Bank Show skewers capitalist America with razor-toothed humor, exposing a world where wealth is the greatest magic trick of all — and everyone outside the ring is paying for it. I spoke with creator/director Hank Jacobs about the social commentary in his new play.
by Shari Barrett - Jun 16, 2026
The Great Clown Bank Show skewers capitalist America with razor-toothed humor, exposing a world where wealth is the greatest magic trick of all — and everyone outside the ring is paying for it. I spoke with creator/director Hank Jacobs about the social commentary in his new play.
NUWORKS 2026 to Open at Theatre Row with Experimental Works by Asian American Artists
by A.A. Cristi - May 30, 2026
Pan Asian Repertory Theatre will present NuWorks 2026 at Theatre Row, featuring self-created works by 11 artists spanning poetry, dance, music, and text.
by A.A. Cristi - May 30, 2026
Pan Asian Repertory Theatre will present NuWorks 2026 at Theatre Row, featuring self-created works by 11 artists spanning poetry, dance, music, and text.
THE GREAT CLOWN BANK SHOW to Make World Premiere at Open Fist Theatre Company
by A.A. Cristi - May 20, 2026
Open Fist Theatre Company will present the world premiere of THE GREAT CLOWN BANK SHOW, an immersive circus-theater satire on capitalism, at Atwater Village Theatre in Los Angeles, featuring weekly guest circus performers.
by A.A. Cristi - May 20, 2026
Open Fist Theatre Company will present the world premiere of THE GREAT CLOWN BANK SHOW, an immersive circus-theater satire on capitalism, at Atwater Village Theatre in Los Angeles, featuring weekly guest circus performers.
BEAN VS. THE ROBOTS: A Solo Show Musical Will Come to Hollywood Fringe
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2026
LA-based writer and performer Midge Lema brings BEAN VS. THE ROBOTS: A SOLO SHOW MUSICAL to the Hollywood Fringe at Hudson Backstage Theatre, a sci-fi exploration of grief and memory sequel to her award-winning solo show BEAN.
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2026
LA-based writer and performer Midge Lema brings BEAN VS. THE ROBOTS: A SOLO SHOW MUSICAL to the Hollywood Fringe at Hudson Backstage Theatre, a sci-fi exploration of grief and memory sequel to her award-winning solo show BEAN.
HELL MOUTH Run Extended At Road Theatre Company
by A.A. Cristi - May 7, 2026
Road Theatre Company announced an extension of HELL MOUTH, the world premiere written by Tom Jacobson and directed by Ann Hearn Tobolowsky, closing at the Road Theatre in North Hollywood.
by A.A. Cristi - May 7, 2026
Road Theatre Company announced an extension of HELL MOUTH, the world premiere written by Tom Jacobson and directed by Ann Hearn Tobolowsky, closing at the Road Theatre in North Hollywood.
Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle Reveals 2025 Season Award Finalists
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 11, 2026
The Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle has revealed the Finalists for its 2025 Season Awards honoring significant achievements in each of the Circle’s season award categories.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 11, 2026
The Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle has revealed the Finalists for its 2025 Season Awards honoring significant achievements in each of the Circle’s season award categories.
AMERIKA OR, THE MAN WHO DISAPPEARED Returns for Six-Week Run at Atwater Village Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2026
Dietrich Smith's acclaimed adaptation of Franz Kafka's Amerika or, The Man Who Disappeared will return to the Atwater Village Theatre stage by popular demand.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2026
Dietrich Smith's acclaimed adaptation of Franz Kafka's Amerika or, The Man Who Disappeared will return to the Atwater Village Theatre stage by popular demand.
BROWNSTONE Extends Run at Open Fist Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 4, 2026
Open Fist Theatre Company has extended the L.A. premiere of Brownstone by Catherine Butterfield through March 14. Directed by Ron West, the play spans three time periods inside a New York brownstone, linking stories across decades.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 4, 2026
Open Fist Theatre Company has extended the L.A. premiere of Brownstone by Catherine Butterfield through March 14. Directed by Ron West, the play spans three time periods inside a New York brownstone, linking stories across decades.
Review: BROWNSTONE at Open Fist Theatre
by Evan Henerson - Jan 31, 2026
The playwright’s story structure is engaging and West’s cast is rich with charisma, with the action fitting comfortably into Munroe’s smartly realized stage at the Atwater Village Theatre complex.
by Evan Henerson - Jan 31, 2026
The playwright’s story structure is engaging and West’s cast is rich with charisma, with the action fitting comfortably into Munroe’s smartly realized stage at the Atwater Village Theatre complex.
Photos: BROWNSTONE at Open Fist Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - Jan 22, 2026
Open Fist Theatre Company opens the Los Angeles premiere of Catherine Butterfield’s “Brownstone” this Saturday with Ron West at the helm. Check out photos and learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 22, 2026
Open Fist Theatre Company opens the Los Angeles premiere of Catherine Butterfield’s “Brownstone” this Saturday with Ron West at the helm. Check out photos and learn more here!
Interview: Playwright Catherine Butterfield on BROWNSTONE
by Shari Barrett - Jan 20, 2026
I spoke with playwright Catherine Butterfield about the development of her play BROWNSTONE, its structure and subject matter, and her fascination with brownstones.
by Shari Barrett - Jan 20, 2026
I spoke with playwright Catherine Butterfield about the development of her play BROWNSTONE, its structure and subject matter, and her fascination with brownstones.
Photos: Open Fist Theatre Company's BOTH: A HARD DAY’S SILENT NIGHT TO BENEFIT HEART OF LOS ANGELES
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 15, 2025
Open Fist Theatre Company is presenting BOTH: A Hard Day’s Silent Night, a holiday benefit concert supporting Heart of Los Angeles (HOLA), at Atwater Village Theatre. Check out photos of the production.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 15, 2025
Open Fist Theatre Company is presenting BOTH: A Hard Day’s Silent Night, a holiday benefit concert supporting Heart of Los Angeles (HOLA), at Atwater Village Theatre. Check out photos of the production.
Open Fist Theatre Company To Present Los Angeles Premiere Of Catherine Butterfield’s BROWNSTONE
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 11, 2025
Open Fist Theatre Company will present the Los Angeles premiere of Brownstone by Catherine Butterfield. Directed by Ron West, the production runs January 24 through February 28 at Atwater Village Theatre.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 11, 2025
Open Fist Theatre Company will present the Los Angeles premiere of Brownstone by Catherine Butterfield. Directed by Ron West, the production runs January 24 through February 28 at Atwater Village Theatre.
BOTH: A HARD DAY'S SILENT NIGHT is Coming to Atwater Village Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 1, 2025
Celebrate the holidays with Both: A Hard Day’s Silent Night. It’s The Beatles! It’s the Christmas story! It's BOTH! A powerhouse choir and sizzling live band re-tell the Christmas story—entirely through high-voltage Gospel renditions.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 1, 2025
Celebrate the holidays with Both: A Hard Day’s Silent Night. It’s The Beatles! It’s the Christmas story! It's BOTH! A powerhouse choir and sizzling live band re-tell the Christmas story—entirely through high-voltage Gospel renditions.
Photos: AMERIKA OR, THE MAN WHO DISAPPEARED World Premiere Kafka Adaptation at Open Fist Theatre Company
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 25, 2025
Open Fist Theatre Company to present the world premiere of Amerika or, The Man Who Disappeared, a new stage adaptation of Franz Kafka’s unfinished novel by Dietrich Smith. Check out photos of the production.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 25, 2025
Open Fist Theatre Company to present the world premiere of Amerika or, The Man Who Disappeared, a new stage adaptation of Franz Kafka’s unfinished novel by Dietrich Smith. Check out photos of the production.
Open Fist Theatre Frequently Asked Questions
- What were the longest running shows at Open Fist Theatre?
- Evita which ran from 08/02/2019 to 09/21/2019
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