Ivy Substation is a historic Mission Revival-style railway building beside Media Park, next to Culver City, and a live-performance venue used by The Actors’ Gang. Its railway history and arts role make it a distinct stop for a Culver City visit; check current performance listings before planning around a show.
- Location: 9070 Venice Boulevard, at the junction of Venice and Culver boulevards.
- From the hotel: about a 77-minute walk from a motel near Culver City.
- Venue: The Actors’ Gang has occupied the building under a license since 2005.
- Events and tickets: Confirm current listings and event details with The Actors’ Gang.
What Ivy Substation is
Ivy Substation is a former railway traction building with a long history in Los Angeles and a current connection to live performance.
Built in 1907, the Mission Revival-style structure powered the Pacific Electric Railway. After the Pacific Electric Red Car system was discontinued by 1961, the substation was abandoned. The building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and designated Los Angeles Historic-Cultural Monument No. 182.
The Actors’ Gang, a live-performance theater, has occupied Ivy Substation under a license since 2005. The venue sits beside Media Park in the Palms area of Los Angeles, adjacent to Culver City. If you’re comparing performance venues in the area, the Kirk Douglas Theatre in Culver City is another distinct theater to consider.
Finding current performances and events
Check The Actors’ Gang’s current listings to find out whether a performance or event is scheduled at Ivy Substation.
Public opening hours and a current performance calendar are not confirmed here, so don’t assume the building is open outside a scheduled event. Confirm the venue and event location in the listing before setting out. Ivy Station is a separate place, so its event calendar should not be used as Ivy Substation’s schedule.
Tickets and venue access
Confirm ticket prices, purchasing instructions and entry requirements for the specific event before you go.
Ticket prices, ticketing instructions and event-specific entry rules can depend on the listing, so use The Actors’ Gang’s current event information for those details. Accessibility information for visitors and particular events also needs confirmation; contact the venue ahead of time if you need to check access arrangements.
How do you get to Ivy Substation?
Ivy Substation stands at the junction of Venice and Culver boulevards, in the corner triangle within Media Park.
A venue listing describes the Culver City stop on the Metro E Line as about a 10-minute walk from the theater. It also reports that Metro bus lines 33 and 733 stop at the corner of Venice and Culver boulevards, next to the venue. Confirm routes and service with Metro before traveling, since transit schedules can change.
The same listing describes street parking on Venice Boulevard and a public parking structure near Trader Joe’s on Culver Boulevard, across the street. It reports that the first hour in the structure is free, with a fee for each additional hour. Check current parking terms before relying on them.
Planning around the event schedule
Build your visit around a confirmed performance listing rather than assumed public opening hours.
Once you have an event time and entry details, you can plan your trip to the venue and check the current Metro or parking information. For more context on the surrounding area, the Marina del Rey neighborhood guide covers waterfront routes and local stops.
Before you go: Check the official site before you go, including The Actors’ Gang’s current event listings and Metro’s service information.
FAQs
Where is Ivy Substation?
It is at 9070 Venice Boulevard, beside Media Park, at the junction of Venice and Culver boulevards.
What is Ivy Substation used for?
The Actors’ Gang, a live-performance theater, has occupied the historic building under a license since 2005.
Can you visit Ivy Substation without a ticket?
Public opening hours are not confirmed here. Check the current event listing and confirm access arrangements before visiting.