Alex Theatre — Attraction in Glendale

I have walked by this historic theatre a number of times while shopping or seeing movie nearby but it was always closed

When we learned that The Nutcracker ballet was going to have shows here, we chose it to be able to see inside of venue and because the ballet was being presented by 25+ local ballet schools rather than large production company.

The ballet did not disappoint. Some portions of the ballet were changed slightly but it maintained the integrity of this classic Christmas children's ballet. Something new for us was narration of the tale, which we think was nice touch. Fantastic production values, the costumes were creative and had fantastic details. We really enjoyed watching children on stage and in the audience.

The venue itself is intimate - it made seeing this production little more magical because we could see everything from our Orchestra seats. Needless to say, there isn't bad seat in the house. The staff are friendly and patient. Bathrooms and all areas of venue were clean.

During intermission I chose to investigate the balcony view and upper floor. There are number of tables and refreshment area serving water coffee and snacks. I am not sure if alcohol was not served because of the children's production or if no alcohol is served at any show.

COVID protocols are constantly changing so check website before you attend. The date of my show, all staff wore masks but it was optional for patrons. We took out vaccination cards with us but they were not checked. Seating is not socially distanced and there were no markings waiting in line to get inside or at refreshments areas outside or inside.

There are 3 parking lots for this venue ranging in cost $1 to $10, but they were full by time we arrived. We found street parking on Maryland. There is timed street parking on Brand and behind the venue but read the signs! You may have to walk short distance so leave for your show little early.

I like the history and design of the venue, and look forward to seeing another...

Everything could be good, but not enough they asked for my driver's license aat entry, they also wrote down my personal information on some kind of paper, not even some legally printed, to allow entry. WHY and WHERE that information will end up? Even TSA doesn't collect so much information. I see two options, paranoia or fraud, which absolutely won't surprise me, by seeing who was collecting information and how they were handling it. Second. Absolutely mishandling the crowd. After passing the gate, there was no control over the crowd. Visitors were standing all over without keeping the corridor to and from doors of building to the gates for those people who wanted to walk in or out. Third. Allowing visitors to smoke on the territory. Forth. Some of the employees?? which is supposed to help and walk visitors to their seats, got attitude. Some elderly "walker" who were talking to a couple of people, without greetings, but with an unpleasant ton, told! me, that she will help me. When I politely informed her, I knew where my seat was located, she whit unhappy face and ton, in front of those people said "look at him, he knows where his seat is. Go, go to your place." That completely ruined my evening. By the way, it was my first visit to Alex theater. And I have feelings, the last. Unless the real trained and educated people will be hired for those positions and, most importantly, the collection of personal information, will be eliminated from the requirements to visit theater. It's just a simple theater, not an airport or a prntagon. Fifth. The show started 26 minutes late because some people, as usual, were late and still allowed in after 20 minutes of the show started. I will suggest informing ticket buyers that the doors will be closed right on the mentioned start time, and no refund will be given by printing that warning on the posters, tickets, and website. Most importantly, the administration will follow that rule. The event took place on April 25,...

I love old antique vintage buildings ... this Art Deco gem is no exception . I love the character, charm & history of old Los Angeles. I'm glad I got to take my mom to the LA ballet production of LA sylphide ...we went to The Nutcracker at Christmas time at Royce Hall another old building ,1929, a Very Good Year ...that was fantastic so i wanted to check out another local landmark venue ... the Alex theater is smack dab in the middle of a busy Glendale Restaurant Row kind of area so parking is limited and I suggest on a week-end you get there early to find parking...! Luckily I was able to drop my elderly mom off curbside to get to will call which is another fabulous feature of the Alex the only drawback besides parking is for an elderly person there are no elevators only stairs and my poor old mom has kind of worn out by the end of the evening... But if you're young and spry not to worry you can run up and down those stairs...! I prefer the Upper Terrace level to the first floor for a ballet... better viewing and the sound was great we sat right next to the sound booth... the upper level also has a restroom so that's nice if you have mobility issues. And nice intimate theater it would be nice if we had more events there on weeknights when parking is not at a premium. When hungry there's plenty of eateries nearby still open after the...