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 Evita (2019) 4/30/2005 - 6/12/2005 The Threepenny Opera (2005)
News
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.
Last Chance to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards; JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 29, 2025
This is the last chance to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 29, 2025
This is the last chance to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Final Weeks to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards; Hudson Theatres Leads Favorite Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 22, 2025
We're in the final weeks to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 22, 2025
We're in the final weeks to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
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.
Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards; JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 15, 2025
The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 15, 2025
The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
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.
Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards; Backyard Playhouse: Treetop Production Leads Favorite Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 8, 2025
The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 8, 2025
The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
First Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards; LEGALLY BLONDE Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 1, 2025
The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 1, 2025
The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
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.
Interview: Dietrich Smith on AMERIKA OR, THE MAN WHO DISAPPEARED
by Shari Barrett - Oct 12, 2025
I decided to speak with Dietrich Smith, adaptor and director of Amerika or, The Man Who Disappeared, about his journey to present it as well as his interest in Franz Kafka’s story.
by Shari Barrett - Oct 12, 2025
I decided to speak with Dietrich Smith, adaptor and director of Amerika or, The Man Who Disappeared, about his journey to present it as well as his interest in Franz Kafka’s story.
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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