Troubadour
Music Venue · West Hollywood, California
The Troubadour is a small, famous music club in West Hollywood at Santa Monica Boulevard and Doheny Drive, opened in 1957 - confirm. A room of a few hundred people, mostly standing, it has launched far more careers than its size suggests: Elton John made his American debut here in 1970, as often described - confirm - and Carole King, James Taylor and Joni Mitchell worked on early material on the stage, while rock bands later came up through its bookings and record executives came to watch. It still books emerging and mid-level acts most nights rather than living on the history. The floor is general admission, a small balcony offers a better view, and tickets for popular shows sell out - confirm. Age limits vary per show, many shows are 21 and over, and the bar and patio are part of the evening. Dan Tana's, a long-running restaurant, is next door, and parking is limited, so plan the night as a whole.
9081 Santa Monica Boulevard, West Hollywood, California, 90069, United States
The club runs shows most nights of the week, with doors commonly opening in the early evening, around 6 to 8 PM, and music starting about an hour or two later - confirm the time on your ticket, since each show sets its own schedule. Most bills run an opener and a headliner, finishing around 11 PM to midnight, though a late show can go longer. The venue is not open to the public in daylight and does not offer tours, so a ticket to a show is the only way in. Age limits vary, with many shows 21 and over and some all ages - confirm before you buy. There is normally no re-entry once you leave.