Kirk Douglas Theatre is Center Theatre Group’s venue for adventurous new work in Downtown Culver City. Its former movie-house exterior and 317-seat live theatre make it a distinctive setting for a performance; you can check the current calendar and choose tickets through Center Theatre Group.
- Location: Downtown Culver City, at 9820 Washington Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232.
- Venue: A 317-seat live theatre.
- Ticket starting price: $40.25 including fees; prices may vary by production and availability.
What to know about the venue
Kirk Douglas Theatre combines a historic movie-theatre exterior with a contemporary live-performance purpose. The building began as the Culver movie theatre in 1947, designed by Carl G. Moeller in the Streamline Moderne style.
Center Theatre Group made the theatre its Westside home in 2004, after converting the former movie theatre into a 317-seat venue. Culver City architect Steven Ehrlich designed the conversion, which the city describes as an example of adaptive reuse.
The city’s walking-tour booklet points to the terrazzo paving, ticket kiosk, marquee canopy and neon sign tower as notable exterior details. For another local arts stop, the Ivy Substation in Culver City offers a separate point of interest.
Checking the performance calendar
Center Theatre Group’s venue calendar is the place to check which productions are playing at Kirk Douglas Theatre. The company presents the venue as a home for adventurous new work, so look at the production listing for the show you plan to attend rather than assuming a particular title or schedule.
When you pick a performance, note its date and any production-specific details on the official listing. That helps you match your plans to the actual show, then choose a ticket option and arrange your arrival.
Tickets and arrival time
Center Theatre Group makes tickets available online, by phone or in person at a box office. Its audience-services number for tickets, subscriptions and general information is 213-628-2772.
The theatre box office opens two hours before performances. Center Theatre Group says in-person box-office purchases have no handling fees, which may be useful if you prefer to buy in person. Phone hours are Monday 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday noon–8 p.m., and Sunday 11 a.m.–7 p.m.
Before you go, check the official site for current performance details, ticket availability and any changes to prices or box-office hours.
Parking and public transport
Plan your arrival around the performance time and the Downtown Culver City address. The venue’s location is 9820 Washington Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232; consult current local transport and parking information for the options that suit your trip.
If you are visiting from Marina del Rey, a guide to Marina del Rey’s waterfront and local routes can help put the start of your outing in context. Check the route and travel arrangements for your chosen date before setting out.
Planning the trip from Marina del Rey
Kirk Douglas Theatre is about a 69-minute walk from Encore Motel. The venue is in Downtown Culver City, so make the performance listing and your chosen transport plan the anchors for the evening.
If you are arranging a broader visit around the motel, keep the theatre outing separate from other stops and allow time for your chosen way of getting there.
FAQs
What was Kirk Douglas Theatre originally?
It began as the Culver movie theatre, built in 1947 in the Streamline Moderne style.
What notable exterior features should I look for?
Culver City’s walking-tour booklet highlights the terrazzo paving, ticket kiosk, marquee canopy and neon sign tower.
Can I buy tickets at the theatre?
Yes. Tickets are available in person at a box office, as well as online or by phone. The box office opens two hours before performances.