The Elysian is a nonprofit alt-comedy theater on L.A.'s east side and a destination for the bold and boundary-pushing live comedy and performance, every day of the week across three spaces. With a mission to foster and promote experimental and transgressive new work from both established and emerging artists, the Elysian also hosts work-in-process shows, classes and workshops, development initiatives like The Spaghetti Festival of new ideas, genre-clashing collaborations, and more.

  • VISION: Our vision is to advance the contemporary culture of comedy, both in live theater and beyond, by giving performers the space to radically experiment, helping them discover and strengthen their voice. We seek to be a creative incubator in Los Angeles that offers a respite from the pressures and expectations of the film and television industry. Our philosophy is that when artists have the freedom and encouragement to safely develop material with a game and supportive audience that embraces original, innovative material, a higher quality of new ideas are unleashed.

    AGE LIMIT: Shows are all ages, but please be aware that many shows incorporate 18+ content and language. Attend shows at your own discretion, and please email hello@elysiantheater.com if you have any questions about a particular show.

    WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBILITY: The performance room is wheelchair accessible and we have access to an accessible bathroom. The stage can be made wheelchair accessible with advance notice.

    STANDBY TICKETS: We begin a standby list 30 minutes prior to showtime for sold out performances. By showtime (or 10-15 minutes after), we will inform the standby list if we can get them in seated or standing room. Though there is no guarantee, we try to get most people in!

  • Jacquelyn Landgraf, Artistic Director

    Latif Tayour, Managing Director

    Jessica Kelley, Head of Programming

    Derek Scully, Tech Director

    Haley Hanson, General Manager

    Rachel Gallagher, Producer

    Mia Morongell, Social Media & Marketing

    With a nightly team of House Managers, Theater Techs, Box Office Attendants, Concessions Attendants and Volunteers.

  • Kim Stuckwisch, President

    Jocelyn Florence, Secretary

    Natalie Palamides, Director

    John C. Reilly, Director

    Sam Teller, Director

    Sam Kinken, Director

    Alex Fumero, Director

  • Ample street parking is available on Riverside and under the Parkway on Riverside and Newell Street.

    PLEASE ONLY USE THE CROSSWALK ON RIVERSIDE AND NEWELL TO CROSS THE STREET and please be extra vigilant and cautious while crossing Riverside, which is a busy street near several freeway entrances.

    The parking lot next to the Elysian is for tenants and employees only. Violators will be towed.

  • REFUND POLICY: All sales are final, including tickets to shows and enrollment in classes.

    Purchase of ticket guarantees entry into the theater as long as ticket holders arrive prior to showtime. Ticket purchase does NOT guarantee a seat in the theater. If all seats are filled, customer may be required to stand to watch the show. Your seat may be released to a standby customer if you do not arrive prior to showtime.

  • You can rent The Elysian Theater! Host your next private event, screening, rehearsal, or film production here.

    Our amenities include:

    Air conditioning

    Bathrooms

    Sink

    Lobby

    Stage

    Concessions Area

    Dressing Room

    Marquee

    WiFi

    Full Light / Sound Package

    Projection

    Loading Dock

    & more!

    For rentals, fill out this rental request form and we’ll be in touch!

  • Got a show idea? We want to hear it! You can pitch your show to us here.

    Due to the volume of show pitches we receive, it will take some time for us to review every submission. If your show is a fit for what we're looking for at that moment, we will be in touch!

    Please keep in mind, if there is an empty date on our public calendar it does not usually mean that we don’t have a show already planned for that night : )

  • Looking to perform at the theater? Here are ways to get on stage:

    • Funny Games: Stand Up & Character Open Mic — Every Monday at 7:30 PM in the Skunk Room

    • Clown Storm: A Works-in-Progress Night  — Every other Monday at 5:30 PM in The Vault

    • Funky Cabbage: Open Mic — Every Tuesday at 5:30 PM in The Vault

    • Playspace: Clown Jam — Every Wednesday at 5 PM in the Skunk Room

    • The Final Vault: Open Mic — Every Thursday at 5:30 PM in The Vault

    • A Proppa Laff: Open Mic — Every Friday at 5:30 PM in The Vault