Free marionette shows from an LA institution, on the lawn of Frank Lloyd Wright's first Los Angeles house, early enough that the rest of Sunday stays open. The crafts after each show give younger kids something to do besides watch, and the park's views over East Hollywood are worth the walk up on their own.
What to expect
An outdoor lawn performance rather than a theatre seat — people sit on blankets — followed by puppets and crafts. Two identical start times, 9:30 a.m. and 11 a.m., on the west lawn.
Good to know
- The theater lists the shows as free, with no reservation mentioned.
- Two performances: 9:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.
- Bring a blanket; the show is on the west lawn.
- Puppets and crafts follow each performance.
- Hollyhock House is at 4800 Hollywood Blvd in Barnsdall Art Park, up the hill from the Metro B Line at Vermont/Sunset.
- Touring the house itself is a separate ticketed visit.
Going? Keep it.
Also in Silver Lake, Echo Park & the Eastside
Common questions
Is it free?
Yes. The theater's listing describes it as a free morning on the Hollyhock House west lawn.
What are the show times?
9:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. on Sunday, September 27.