Howard Fine Acting Studio

Urban Chic Classroom and Rehearsal Space

  Up to 50 Guests
  3 Hr. Min.
  Up to 50 Guests
  3 Hr. Min.
5
{Amazing location and great communication.
Rhyan L.

About Howard Fine Acting Studio

Welcome to Howard Fine Acting Studio, our newly refurbished intimate classroom and rehearsal space for rent in the heart of Hollywood!

With beautiful hardwood floors, exposed beams, and a rustic feel, this versatile venue is perfect for rehearsals, classes, workshops, lectures, and low-tech performances. Whether you’re planning a solo show, magic act, improv show, mentalist performance, or an intimate two-hander, after hours at Howard Fine is ideal. With seating that easily expands from 35 to 50, you’ll have plenty of room for your audience. It also makes a fantastic filming location!

Come experience the magic of this unique Los Angeles rehearsal space!

If you are looking for information on how to enroll in classes at Howard Fine Acting Studio, please visit HowardFine.com.

Parking
 

Howard Fine Acting Studio features 1-2 private parking spaces in a small secured lot.

There are a number of metered parking spaces on Highland directly in front of the venue. Meters are active until 7pm Monday-Saturday.

There is usually street parking on DeLongpre, McCadden, and Las Palmas

Venue Rules
 
General Rules
  • No smoking in the building.
  • No alcohol allowed on the premises.
  • No using or touching the piano in the classroom.
All ages are allowed in the space
 
Security cameras and recording devices

There are external security cameras on the corners of the building that monitor all entrances and exits, and cameras inside the venue's front lobby.

Production & Event Details

Lighting
 
Natural Light
  • The classroom space does not have access to natural light.
  • The lobby has limited natural light via a small window over the kitchenette sink.
 
Lighting Equipment
  • The main classroom has no external windows, and uses fluorescent tube fixtures for general lighting.
  • For classes, workshops, events, and lo-fi performances, the playing has track lighting with multiple fixture heads controlled by a sliding dimmer switch.
  • Productions are welcome to bring in their own lighting trees and equipment.
  • Our resident lighting designer is available for productions and events in this space. Additional fees and equipment rental may apply.
Sound
 
Space is not soundproof
 
Ambient noise description

You can sometimes hear loud street noise through the walls.

 
No Resident Sound System

As this is primarily a classroom space, there is no sound system. However, a stereo system with amp and laptop running QLab v5 and board operator can be made available upon request for an additional fee.

Space Access
 
Crew access

Ground Floor

 
Equipment loading description

The entrance does not require a ramp, but there are two stairs that lead up to the classroom.

 
Staging area is available

Makeup, wardrobe, etc. can prepare in the lobby/kitchen area.

 
Some rooms are off-limits for shooting

No one is permitted in any of the offices without express advance permission.

 
Shooting the exterior of the building is allowed
 
Please note that some productions and events may require the presence of an on-site representative at an additional fee.
Electrical
 
Circuit breaker can not be accessed
Additional Rules for Productions & Events
 
Production/Event insurance is required

Minimum $1 million in general liability coverage. If you do not have your own general liability insurance, you can purchase a rider for this location through The StageCrafts.

 
Furniture and decorations may be moved

There are a number of stock furniture pieces and hand props that can be used, but they must be put back in the order illustrated in the storage areas.

 
No smoke machines allowed
 
No nudity allowed

Included in Your Booking

Features
 
  • Parking Spaces (2)
  • Kitchen
  • Restrooms (2)
Amenities
 
  • Chairs
  • WiFi
  • Assorted stage boxes and furniture
  • Assorted hand props

Add-Ons

We have a variety of additional goods and services available for your convenience. If you would like to book any additional personnel, services, or equipment, please let us know when you make your initial booking request so that we have time to make the proper arrangements.

Personnel
 

The StageCrafts can provide a number of personnel to help fill out your team for your production or event, including:

 
  • On-Site Rep
  • Stage Manager
  • Board Operator
  • Box Office Manager
  • Lighting Designer
  • Master Electrician
  • Sound Designer
  • Projection Designer
  • Livestream Operator
Services
 
Lighting Design and Programming

if you are interested in having professional-grade lighting for your event, book our resident lighting designer and a lighting package so we can make you shine!

 
QLab Programming

Looking to add sound and/or video to your booking? Book our QLab Programming services, and one of our resident designers will be happy to take your sound and video assets and program them into our system for pitch-perfect playback.

 
Livestream Broadcasting

Why perform only for the audience in the room, when your production or event can be broadcast worldwide? Included in our Livestreaming package is a three-camera setup that we can use to broadcast to the streaming destination of your choice. If you don't have an account on a suitable destination, you may be able to use The StageCrafts' own YouTube channel for your initial broadcast.

 
General Liability Insurance

All bookings and events are required to have at least $1 million in general liability coverage. If you do not have your own General Liability policy, you can purchase a rider on ours. Your coverage is good at any of our venues for any event you may book between date of purchase until our master policy renews on May 1st each year.

 
Press Release Composition

Want to get the word out about your show or event, but don't have a press agent? You can hire our publicist to compose a professional press release for you. As a bonus, they will provide you with a list of press outlets and contacts suitable to reach out to about your event!

 
Ticketing and Box Office Services

List your event or production on our ticketing platform for free, and take home 100% of your ticket sales! Pair this with our Livestreaming Services to sell virtual tickets to your event, and with our Box Office Manager for us to handle your ticketing and box office services for you. One less thing for you to worry about! You can visit our ticketing site at events.TheStageCrafts.com

Equipment
 
Lighting Equipment

Howard Fine Acting Studio does not have a theatrical lighting system. If your event or production requires a more robust lighting solution, we have a variety of lighting instruments (both incandescent and LED), dimmers, cables, and control systems available for rent. Pair this option with our Lighting Design and Programming, and Master Electrician services.

 
Sound Equipment

Howard Fine Acting Studio does not have a theatrical sound system. If your event or production requires a more robust sound solution, we can provide a stereo with amp, along with a laptop running QLab 5 for audio control.

 
Projector

Howard Fine Acting Studio does not have a theatrical projection system. If your event or production requires a more robust video solution, we can provide a HD projector, along with a laptop running QLab 5 for audio control.

 
Microphone

Howard Fine Acting Studio is a small venue and most events should have no need for a microphone, but should you need one, we do have a wireless hand mic available for rent.

 
Folding Tables

We have a variety of 6' and 8' folding tables available.

Location

Howard Fine Acting Studio

1320 Highland Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90028

Booking Calendar

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Available Hours

Please note that these times are when the space is generally available to book. Contact us to confirm space availability for specific dates and times.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

6:00pm - Midnight
6:00pm - Midnight
6:00pm - Midnight
6:00pm - Midnight
6:00pm - Midnight
All Day (24 Hours)
All Day (24 Hours)

Reviews (3)

Here are some of our most recent client comments!

5
{Amazing location and great communication.
Rhyan L.
5
{This was the perfect space for our acting rehearsal. I’ll definitely be using this location again!
Will T.
5
{Great venue, host were great.
Branden B.

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Howard Fine Acting Studio

Reviews (3)

5
{Amazing location and great communication.
Rhyan L.
5
{This was the perfect space for our acting rehearsal. I’ll definitely be using this location again!
Will T.
5
{Great venue, host were great.
Branden B.