
Visiting Dorothy Chandler Pavilion: what to know before you go
135 North Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90012, United States
Dorothy Chandler Pavilion is a opera house in Los Angeles, open since 1964, with room for about 3,156 people.
Of the 6 upcoming shows with a published time, 50% start at 7:30 PM – plan to arrive a little earlier for security and the cloakroom.
The busiest month ahead is January 2027, with 4 dates.
3 public transport stops are within walking distance (Metro / subway and Train); the nearest is Metro Rail - Grand Ave Arts/Bunker Hill Station (A/E), 290 m away.

Key facts
- Type of venue
- Opera house
- Capacity
- 3,156
- Opened
- 1964
- Address
- 135 North Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90012, United States
- Upcoming events
- 10
- Usual start time
- 7:30 PM
Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, month by month
- November 20262 dates, including Los Angeles Opera: Carmen and Los Angeles Opera: Candide
- January 20274 dates, including Shen Yun
- February 20271 date, including Los Angeles Opera: Nabucco
- March 20271 date, including Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
- April 20272 dates, including Los Angeles Opera: Turandot
Ticket prices
What the programme holds: Plays & Musicals (5) and Dance (5).
Arriving by public transport
- Metro Rail - Grand Ave Arts/Bunker Hill Station (A/E)Metro / subway290 m
4 min walk - Civic Center/Grand Park stationTrain310 m
4 min walk - Metro Rail - Historic Broadway Station (A/E)Metro / subway530 m
7 min walk
Arriving by car
4 car parks within walking distance; the nearest is 200 m from the venue.
Next events at Dorothy Chandler Pavilion

Los Angeles Opera: Candide
Nov 21, 29 and Dec 2, 5, 10, 13, 2026
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Dorothy Chandler Pavilion: practical questions
How many people fit in Dorothy Chandler Pavilion?
Dorothy Chandler Pavilion has a capacity of about 3,156; the figure for a given show depends on its layout.
When did Dorothy Chandler Pavilion open?
Dorothy Chandler Pavilion opened in 1964.
What time do shows start at Dorothy Chandler Pavilion?
Usually at 7:30 PM (50% of the upcoming shows with a published time). Check your ticket for the exact time.
What is the nearest stop to Dorothy Chandler Pavilion?
Metro Rail - Grand Ave Arts/Bunker Hill Station (A/E) (Metro / subway), 290 m away – about 4 min on foot.
Can I park near Dorothy Chandler Pavilion?
Yes, 4 car parks are mapped nearby, the closest 200 m away.
What kind of events does Dorothy Chandler Pavilion host?
Upcoming dates by category: Plays & Musicals (5) and Dance (5).
Which month has the most events at Dorothy Chandler Pavilion?
January 2027, with 4 dates, including Shen Yun.
Which other venues are close to Dorothy Chandler Pavilion?
The Moroccan Lounge (1.6 km), The Regent Theater (1 km), Teragram Ballroom (1.7 km) and The Bellwether (870 m).
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