Welcome to The Hobgoblin Playhouse

Your Little Neighborhood Theater

1516 N. Gardner Street.
Los Angeles, CA 90046

What's Next @ The Hobgoblin Playhouse:

Marcus Is Alive

February 12th & 15th, 2026
7:30pm

The Casebook Collection

February 20, 28, March 1

Marcus is Alive

This is the true story of a hit-and-run, two brain surgeries, six failed marriage proposals, a psychic investigator and a wayward Rabbi. Marcus is still alive, but the real mystery is why, and why are any of us here?

“Imagine Fleabag and Fiddler on the Roof
– LA Jewish Journal

Livestream Available

February 12, 2026
7:30pm

$20 GA & Streaming

Marcus is Alive

This is the true story of a hit-and-run, two brain surgeries, six failed marriage proposals, a psychic investigator and a wayward Rabbi. Marcus is still alive, but the real mystery is why, and why are any of us here?

“Imagine Fleabag and Fiddler on the Roof
– LA Jewish Journal

Livestream Available

February 15, 2026
7:30pm

$20 GA & Streaming

Belladonna Highway

Mitch is a washed up novelist trying to claw his way back to the NYT best seller list. His quest for a quiet writer’s retreat leads him to the mysterious, decrepit Hotel Belladonna, a desert oasis full of dangerous secrets.

#SleuthFest

February 19, 2026
7:00pm

PWYC

The Casebook Collection

Step into mystery with six sharp, 10-minute plays packed with secrets, suspects, and surprise twists. A fast-paced evening of intrigue, thrills, and occasional laughs that proves every clue counts and no case stays cold for long. 🕵️‍♀️🎭

Livestream Available
#SleuthFest

February 20, 2026
7:00pm

$25 GA & Streaming

Girls on Film

Three women find themselves in jail in their best mourning clothes, having been arrested at their former bosses funeral. He may or may not have once talked each of them into taking risque photos, and they may or may not have broken into his house to try and get them back. Now arrested as suspects, they have to face the law, their own past – and each other. 

#SleuthFest

February 20, 2026
9:00pm

$25 GA

D.O.A.

Step into classic noir at SleuthFest with a screening of D.O.A. (1950). A man reports his own murder—and races against time to solve it. Shadowy streets, fatal secrets, and one unforgettable final investigation.

#SleuthFest 

February 21, 2026
8:30pm

$10 GA

Girls on Film

Three women find themselves in jail in their best mourning clothes, having been arrested at their former bosses funeral. He may or may not have once talked each of them into taking risque photos, and they may or may not have broken into his house to try and get them back. Now arrested as suspects, they have to face the law, their own past – and each other. 

#SleuthFest

February 21, 2026
7:00pm

$25 GA

Your Friendly Neighborhood Improv

Improv and sketch comedy from LA’s best and brightest!

February 25, 2026
8:00pm

$10 GA

Touch of Evil

When a car bomb rocks the U.S.–Mexico border in Touch of Evil, a righteous Mexican agent clashes with a corrupt American cop. As evidence is planted and lies pile up, exposing the truth puts him—and his new bride—in deadly danger. A blistering noir classic.

February 26, 2026
8:30pm

$10 GA

Did I Just Join a Cult?

A SECRET lurks in Boyle Heights: an eerie blood-soaked warehouse that leaves guests numb from horror. Is it immersive theatre as advertised, or a front for a SHADOWY CULT? Larry’s sleuthing uncovers a conspiracy to re-make his stalled life…but in whose image? A true story reminiscent of “Westworld”.

#SleuthFest

February 27, 2026
7:00pm

$25 GA

Girls on Film

Three women find themselves in jail in their best mourning clothes, having been arrested at their former bosses funeral. He may or may not have once talked each of them into taking risque photos, and they may or may not have broken into his house to try and get them back. Now arrested as suspects, they have to face the law, their own past – and each other. 

#SleuthFest

February 27, 2026
8:30pm

$25 GA

Girls on Film

Three women find themselves in jail in their best mourning clothes, having been arrested at their former bosses funeral. He may or may not have once talked each of them into taking risque photos, and they may or may not have broken into his house to try and get them back. Now arrested as suspects, they have to face the law, their own past – and each other. 

#SleuthFest

February 28, 2026
6:30pm

$25 GA

The Casebook Collection

Step into mystery with six sharp, 10-minute plays packed with secrets, suspects, and surprise twists. A fast-paced evening of intrigue, thrills, and occasional laughs that proves every clue counts and no case stays cold for long. 🕵️‍♀️🎭

Livestream Available
#SleuthFest

February 28, 2026
8:00pm

$25 GA & Streaming

Girls on Film

Three women find themselves in jail in their best mourning clothes, having been arrested at their former bosses funeral. He may or may not have once talked each of them into taking risque photos, and they may or may not have broken into his house to try and get them back. Now arrested as suspects, they have to face the law, their own past – and each other.

#SleuthFest

March 1, 2026
6:00pm

$25 GA

The Casebook Collection

Step into mystery with six sharp, 10-minute plays packed with secrets, suspects, and surprise twists. A fast-paced evening of intrigue, thrills, and occasional laughs that proves every clue counts and no case stays cold for long. 🕵️‍♀️🎭

Livestream Available
#SleuthFest

March 1, 2026
7:30pm

$25 GA & Streaming

FRANK

FRANK is a storytelling show with no theme (in a stand-up presentation style). Five invited storytellers share a 7 minute story of their choice. There are also three 5 minute open mic slots for audience members who put their names in ‘the bucket’. The event is hosted by Glen Dunzweiler.

March 5, 2026
7:00pm

$12 GA

Parking Made Easy

Convenient Parking Options

Patrons of The Hobgoblin Playhouse can enjoy plentiful metered street parking on both Gardner Street and Sunset Blvd. There is also unmetered street parking available on Hawthorn Avenue, at the north end of the block. 

Nearby Food & Drink

Sonny's

Some call it the Best Pizza in LA.

The Electric Owl

Regional American cuisine & cocktails served amid vintage decor inspired by a former train station.

Bohemia Cafe

Bright cafe featuring specialty coffee and tea options, plus croissants.

Sunset Thai

Seafood is the chef’s specialty at this casual eatery that also offers curries & other Thai dishes.

Moun of Tunis

Eatery features fixed-price menus of North African fare & belly dancing amid Moroccan-style decor.

Blackwood Coffee Bar

Espresso & other specialty caffeine drinks offered in a chic cafe with striking, contemporary decor.

El Compadre

Eatery dishing out Mexican fajitas, tacos & margaritas in a casual, colorful environment.

Aroma Sunset Bar & Grill

Roomy, modern bakery & cafe serving Israeli-style baked goods & a Mediterranean-influenced menu.

Imagine Your Show Here at The Hobgoblin Playhouse

Got a project you want to produce? Need some rehearsal space? How about a workshop or class you want to lead? With our versatile space and dedicated team of trained professionals, we strive to ensure every booking is a success. Contact us today to learn more about our packages and availability.

Get in Touch with Us

Address

1516 N. Gardner St., Los Angeles, CA 90046

E-Mail

boxoffice@thestagecrafts.com

Phone

(323) 591-4849