Lost Studio

After the wandering through a couple small art galleries, it was time to see a play at this theater.
LOCATION: This very small 65 seat theater is located directly above the Vioski Furniture store on La Brea. You’ll find a small doorway to the left of the store which leads to the theater above. Through the door at the top of the stairs there’s a small «bar area» which serves as both the ticket office and refreshment area.
We were all gathering in the (lobby?) in front of the bar as well as an adjacent room with a large table, some chairs and a few sofas, through the large doorway across from the bar. Star sighting: Edward James Almos! He was standing there no more than 2 – 3 feet away from me as we all waited for the «house to open».
The theater manager David had the A/​C running before the play and during intermission, but turned if off during the performance because it was «too noisy». As such, it got a bit warm and stuffy during the performance.
The theater has a rectangle stage with an interesting semi zig-​zag seating arrangement on the opposite wall. The production itself, staging, lighting and sound were all well done. As it’s a small theater the actor’s voices were au natural.
The play was called «RX». It’s a somewhat humorous (skewed) look at workplace depression, dating and a pharmaceutical company conducting clinical trials for a new drug, code named SP-​925 (9 to 5), which specifically targets workplace depression. While there were a few funny bits scattered throughout, my friends and I all agreed the play was «a bit flat» for us.

Came here with the BF to watch one of his friends perform in a play. Sadly, I can’t recall the name of the play. Honestly, even though the play was not my type, as it was one of those overly absurd plays, I was amused by some scenes and a couple of the characters. The theater space is pretty small and affords a great view of what is going on for just about everyone. Some of the seats though have a bad angle it seems.
There is also a space for art just as you enter The Lost Studio. This space has comfy sofas. I must admit I really didn’t like the artist featured the night I went. Nevertheless, it’s always good to see local art.
The staff are very friendly. They serve refreshments and snacks.
We had no problem finding free parking as it was the weekend, but this part of town is notorious for parking problems.
This is a really, really ridiculously great neighborhood playhouse. With the right play and art it can provide a truly unforgettable experience.

the best acting studio in town! where real actors study! not your tpical «l.a.» acting class…