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Free Tickets for Community Organizations

Center Theatre Group’s In The House program distributes free tickets to select early performances at the Ahmanson, Taper, and Douglas for qualifying nonprofit and educational organizations. Because we have amazing educational and youth programs like our Student Matinee Program and FreePlay ticketing initiative, we prioritize LA County nonprofits and other local community organizations. 

ELIGIBILITY & FINANCIAL COMMITMENT

Any nonprofit, community, and/or educational organization is eligible to apply. Examples include community centers, service organizations, youth empowerment organizations, middle and high schools, community colleges and universities. Student organizations that are recognized by their educational institution also qualify for In the House. Organizations and schools in Los Angeles County in under-resourced communities will receive priority for enrollment.  

Tickets are free, if selected through the application process. Participating groups must provide their own transportation to the theatre. 

CURRENT & UPCOMING APPLICATIONS

Promotional artwork for The Music Man by Meredith Willson featuring a child wearing a marching band hat and playing a trombone against a red background.

Meredith Willson's THE MUSIC MAN

Tuesday, October 27 at 7:30PM
Wednesday, October 28 at 7:30PM
Thursday, October 29 at 2PM
Thursday, October 29 at 7:30PM
Friday, October 30 at 8PM
Saturday, October 31 at 2PM

Ahmanson Theatre

Apply By Sep 18

Destiny of Desire

Destiny of Desire

Performances: TBD

Mark Taper Forum

Application opens on October 5, 2026.

Interest List

If you are a leader in your local community organization and are interested in this program,  join the interest list to be notified when applications open.

Frequently Asked Questions