Largo at the Coronet — Attraction in Los Angeles

I had the opportunity to attend a SYML show, and it was the perfect setting—small and very intimate. If you know his music, you would understand how well this setting suited him.

We purchased our tickets online, which included an $11 fee. If you buy in person, the fee is waived. Our ticket was $35 online plus the $11 fee totaling $46. The in person price was $40. Regardless of how you purchase, tickets and seating assignments are retrieved at will call, which typically opens at 6 PM on a first-come, first-served basis. After picking up your ticket, you can leave to grab a bite to eat or explore, but they ask that you check in or arrive 15 minutes before the start time. Latecomers are not allowed, which is nice as it prevents disruptions. Phones or any recording devices were not allowed during the show. Initially, I was upset because I wanted to take pictures since it was my first SYML show, but I appreciated the disconnect from my phone, allowing me to fully immerse myself in the music.

As for parking, I managed to snag a paid meter spot. There are plenty of paid meters on that street, which run from 8 AM to 8 PM. After 8 PM, parking is free. There is also a paid valet parking garage right next door to the Largo, marked by a large white sign with red letters that reads "Largo Parking," so you can't miss it. I believe the cost is $20, but it is cash only. The Largo has an ATM, as does the store to the left of it.

The atmosphere was relaxed. The bathroom had two stalls with only one sink, but it was very clean. They had a bar offering beer and wine, as well as a few free refreshments like water and coffee. While waiting for the doors to open to seat, which is 30 minutes before the show, they had a DJ playing some tracks.

The venue itself was unique and nice, but the seating is one thing I would change. The seats are very small and the legroom is tight. If you're seated in the middle, make sure to use the bathroom beforehand, or you'll disrupt the whole show by making everyone get up so you can get through. Hopefully, this is something they consider updating...

I went to see Judd Apatow’s show and both Judd Apatow and Tom Papa made ignorant jokes about people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). I have ASS and I was really uncomfortable hearing these jokes. When I heard these jokes I got really upset and I really wanted to say something out loud, but I knew I would get kicked out even if what I said was valid so here I am.

Tom Papa joked that autistic people are not emotionally invested in others. This is not true. It’s more of a hack stereotype of what neurotypical people think people with autism spectrum disorder are. Autism is a spectrum so there are a lot of different symptoms that relate to autism and can be expressed differently depending on the person. So no we aren’t all emotionless robots like Tom wants people to believe so his joke can work. I for example am hyperemotionally invested in people who I don’t even know very well and want the best for everyone even if its at my own expense.

Judd Apatow stated that everyone is a little autistic. Also not true. If that were true autism wouldn’t be a thing. His joke was about directors and money people in Hollywood are two different types of autism. No, those are two different types of jobs. He was probably trying to joke about how some people with ASD can hyperfixate on a special interest, which is not a symptom everyone with ASD deals with. I don’t have a special interest, but the people who do have special interests don’t have them forever and certainly don’t get jobs in those areas

It’s just sad that Largo is willing to let this misinformation about autism spread like this. I was uncomfortable for the whole show afterward because I felt violated. Maybe I would come back to see another show but it certainly won’t be...

We’ve had several awesome date nights here, with and without friends joining us, for the whimsical variety of comedy acts that are performed here.

What’s super cool is that you just never know which surprise guest stars might show up to randomly join the headliners. It’s always an added treat / reward we enjoy for braving the trek up here, during rush hour, from the South Bay.

We’ve seen a number of acts here over the years, including Pete Holmes, Judd Apatow, Chris O’Dowd, Nick Kroll, Bob Odenkirk (as a guest) - who knew he did awesome stand up?, and Nick Offerman and Megan Mullally’s Summer of 69, No Apostrophe show several years ago, which was absolutely amazing and hilarious. All so great!

Also, the sushi joint across the street has awesome sashimi, cut rolls and other yummy options for your pre-show game if you’re able to come early. And, the Roger Room next door is a fun, dimly lit watering hole with a solid drink menu to take the edge off beforehand or after, if that’s more your speed. The bar on-site at The Largo is alright too, but only serves a limited selection of beer and wine, which you can take into the show with you in plastic cups (mandatory transfer - given their no glass policy). Outside of that little bar restriction, this place is worth a stop if you’re a local or just visiting LA...