El Rey Theatre is one of The 15 Best Places for Performances in Mid-City West, Los Angeles.

1. El Rey Theatre

8.6
5515 Wilshire Blvd (at Burnside Ave.), Los Angeles, CA
Concert Hall · Mid-City West · 84 tips and reviews

Milque K.Milque K: One of the best live music venues in LA! Stand on the steps to the right of the stage. Best view!

Shil P.Shil Pa: Great concert venue, intimate with just enough space

Thomas C.Thomas Colton: One of the best small concert venues in Los Angeles. Come to see some great acts before they make it big

Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) is one of The 15 Best Places for Performances in Mid-City West, Los Angeles.

2. Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA)

9.4
5905 Wilshire Blvd (at S Ogden Dr), Los Angeles, CA
Art Museum · Mid-City West · 444 tips and reviews

Lynn I.Lynn Ingram: Friday Evening Live jazz most of the year, during warm weather

Christelle Princess R.Christelle Princess Ramos: Go To LACMA If you want to be Inspired with artworks and every Friday Afternoon to night there's a Jazz band playing if you love jazz Come visit LACMA!

Stuart T.Stuart T.: Every Friday, April-November, Free Live Jazz, 6:00-8:00p.m.www.LACMA.org Bring or purchase food & drinks!

The Grove is one of The 15 Best Places for Performances in Mid-City West, Los Angeles.

3. The Grove

9.1
189 The Grove Dr (at W 3rd St), Los Angeles, CA
Shopping Mall · Mid-City West · 661 tips and reviews

MazdaMazda: From your favorite boutiques and restaurants to choreographed fountains, free live concerts in the park and the historic Farmers Market, you’ll enjoy an experience like no other in Los Angeles.

Where Los Angeles MagazineWhere Los Angeles Magazine: Check out top music alfresco at The Grove’s Summer Concert Series Wednesdays in July, and free movies in the park Thursdays through August.

LaurieLaurie: Stop by on an evening! Lots of popular and commercial shops, plus at sunset the fountain is lit and you can beat live jazz music!

Largo at the Coronet is one of The 15 Best Places for Performances in Mid-City West, Los Angeles.

4. Largo at the Coronet

9.0
366 N La Cienega Blvd (btwn Beverly & Oakwood), Los Angeles, CA
Music Venue · Mid-City West · 41 tips and reviews

Where Los Angeles MagazineWhere Los Angeles Magazine: Expect a charmingly informal vibe, that local performers view as their second home; Jon Brion plays monthly, occasionally bringing Fiona Apple with him. Also catch comedians such as Russell Brand. Read more.

Jojo R.Jojo R.: Such a great venue to see live music or comedy. No phones or other interfering nonsense allowed. Makes for a very enjoyable experience.

crazy h.crazy house: beautiful location. amazing Nikka Costa performance with strings! so lovely

Jazz at LACMA is one of The 15 Best Places for Performances in Mid-City West, Los Angeles.

5. Jazz at LACMA

9.0
5905 Wilshire Blvd (6th & Fairfax), Los Angeles, CA
Jazz and Blues Venue · Mid-City West · 7 tips and reviews

Cole C.Cole Cotes: What great live music interesting:-)B-)kool yezzz.....

Robert A.Robert A: Excellent jazz on a Friday evening - outdoor concert- free to all

Arlene S.Arlene Sangster: Saturday Latin Jazz is awesome!

The Groundlings Theatre is one of The 15 Best Places for Performances in Mid-City West, Los Angeles.

6. The Groundlings Theatre

8.5
7307 Melrose Ave (btw Poinsettia & Fuller), Los Angeles, CA
Comedy Club · Mid-City West · 26 tips and reviews

Rafiq B.Rafiq Batcha: Wed nights that girl from The Progressive commercials performs. Street parking is easy (if you can parallel park). Not too crowded.

Leah G.Leah G: I'm blown away by the performances at Groundlings. SNL level good.

Nick D.Nick D'Ambrosi: A "Must see" in LA. The Groundings did an amazing job tonight as alway! They've never disappointed!

Hollywood Improv is one of The 15 Best Places for Performances in Mid-City West, Los Angeles.

7. Hollywood Improv

8.8
8162 Melrose Ave (N Kilkea Dr), Los Angeles, CA
Comedy Club · Mid-City West · 43 tips and reviews

Andrew B.Andrew Byrne: They have the most amazing staff here! Everyone is so friendly here. The bar is a great place to hangout even if you are not seeing a show.

Sex, Drugs, and ComedySex, Drugs, and Comedy: One of the best places in LA to catch the hottest comedians!

Kyle B.Kyle Banuelos: go on a wednesday. best comedians in LA usually drop in unannounced

V Cut is one of The 15 Best Places for Performances in Mid-City West, Los Angeles.

8. V Cut

8.4
8172 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA
Smoke Shop · Mid-City West · 14 tips and reviews

Nicolás J.Nicolás Jiménez: Great place to hang out and smoke, especially when there's live jazz.

KOUNTRY B.KOUNTRY BLACK: The selection of cigars is fantastic. Lots of room to enjoy a cigar 😎👍👍👍👍👍

David H.David Hosmer: Great selection, nice staff and good chill spot on the patio. Can bring your own booze for a $10 uncorking fee.

The Original Farmers Market is one of The 15 Best Places for Performances in Mid-City West, Los Angeles.

9. The Original Farmers Market

9.3
6333 W 3rd St (at Fairfax Ave.), Los Angeles, CA
Farmers Market · Mid-City West · 319 tips and reviews

Denise O.Denise Oliver: Friday nights they have the fresh produce and Live Jazz

Charles E.Charles Edge: Check out the karaoke at nights, there are some great performers there!

carlos r.carlos rincon: An incredible selection of small restaurants, from all over the globe, great food, and prices very reasonable from $ to $$$$. You will enjoy the atmosphere of this place.

Melrose Trading Post is one of The 15 Best Places for Performances in Mid-City West, Los Angeles.

10. Melrose Trading Post

8.5
7850 Melrose Ave (at N Fairfax Ave.), Los Angeles, CA
Flea Market · Mid-City West · 56 tips and reviews

Thirsty J.Thirsty James: If the jazz band is playing, don't forget to tip!

Cupcakes and CashmereCupcakes and Cashmere: My go-to spot for antique house goods (look for trays, mirrors, and vases), vintage clothes, and costume jewelry. Bring cash, comfortable shoes, and don't forget to bargain!

The StandardThe Standard: CA (Shop) This flea market is held every Sunday from 9a-5p in the parking lot of the Fairfax High School - go early to find the best treasures. You won't leave empty handed.

Mauro's Cafe at Fred Segal is one of The 15 Best Places for Performances in Mid-City West, Los Angeles.

11. Mauro's Cafe at Fred Segal

8.2
8112 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA
Café · Mid-City West · 28 tips and reviews

Jessica B.Jessica Bonham: Everything!.....Pricy, but worth it, plus right there at Freddy Segal's. Try Thurs. night, live music rocks:)))))

LisaLisa: Cute little restaurant for Sunday brunch. The chicken sausage dish was delicious!

HBOHBO: Entourage happened here.The show's pilot opens with the boys eating lunch and tipping back beers here. Show creator Doug Ellin is also a regular.

Sushi by H is one of The 15 Best Places for Performances in Mid-City West, Los Angeles.

12. Sushi by H

8.1
480 S San Vicente Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
Sushi Restaurant · Mid-City West · 39 tips and reviews

Linda S.Linda Sherman: Great price performance at this solid Japanese restaurant. The miso black cod bento is our favorite. Sashimi fan? Their sashimi platter won't break the bank. Never a charge for selecting brown rice.

Linda S.Linda Sherman: If you have never had miso grilled black cod you must try it. I have never seen anyone not like it. Haru's bento box with miso grilled black cod and choice of sashimi or tempura is a delicious bargain

AmsterAmster: Lava Stone, Organic Eggplant Carpaccio, & Albacore Onion are delicious!

American Idol - CBS Studios is one of The 15 Best Places for Performances in Mid-City West, Los Angeles.

13. American Idol - CBS Studios

8.5
7800 Beverly Blvd (Beverly Bl & The Grove), California
Music Venue · 2 tips and reviews

Albert E.Albert Evangelista: If you are lucky enough to get tickets to American Idol, be sure to eat, hydrate, & go to the bathroom before you line up, because I am recommending you line up at least 5-6 hours before show time. =)

Garick C.Garick Chan: A big thanks to AT&T for sponsoring American Idol!

The Grove Water Fountain is one of The 15 Best Places for Performances in Mid-City West, Los Angeles.

14. The Grove Water Fountain

8.2
189 The Grove Dr, Los Angeles, CA
Fountain · Mid-City West · 15 tips and reviews

Brad B.Brad Barnes: Check out "the tramps" that perform there every once in a while! Amazing 40's singing group! @thetrampslive

Jeremy O.Jeremy Owens: If you like water art, one of the best places in LA to visit- especially if you can go on a non-busy day...

Christine Marie B.Christine Marie Bryant: Love it ! nice to walk around ....there were a lot of smokers though :(

Actors Comedy Studio is one of The 15 Best Places for Performances in Mid-City West, Los Angeles.

15. Actors Comedy Studio

7.2
7461 Beverly Blvd Ste 202 (Beverly Blvd & North Martel Ave), Los Angeles, CA
Comedy Club · Mid-City West · 39 tips and reviews

Juliette R.Juliette Reiss: Since beginning classes with Todd in February, I have become more confident in my technique and performances. I appreciate that we are encouraged to bring any questions about life in the industry and

Nathan L.Nathan L: I came to Todd Rohrabacher a year and a half ago looking for my “funny”. As all performers know, comedy is one of the hardest things for an actor to tackle. “Comedy = Timing, pace and rhythm.”

henry w.henry watkins: Having been a student of Todd's for quite a while, it's tough to encapsulate briefly all the ways he's helped me as an actor- but let me just express a few points. Performing comedy on camera is a