The Mayan
Main dance floor
Los Angeles, United States
History & context
Social-dance use dates from the 1990 conversion of the 1927 Mayan Theater into a nightclub and live-music venue, which ran 35 years until it closed at the end of September 2025. Latin and salsa club nights on the former orchestra floor were its best-known dance programming. The floor is a theatre auditorium floor adapted for dancing, not a purpose-built ballroom. No dance programming is confirmed at the venue as of 2026-10-11.
Built as a legitimate theatre for musical comedy, and hosted the world premiere of Little Orchid Annie on 4 April 1929. Later a movie house, then a nightclub and live-music venue from 1990 to 2025.
Mayan Revival theatre opened 15 August 1927 as a legitimate house for musical comedy. Los Angeles Historic-Cultural Monument No. 460, with theatre seating of about 1,700. Stylised pre-Columbian ornament by sculptor Francisco Cornejo, architect Stiles O. Clements of Morgan, Walls and Clements.
Use & features
Mayan Revival auditorium of 1927 with pre-Columbian ornament. The former orchestra floor served as the dance floor through the 1990 to 2025 nightclub era.
Frequently asked questions
What kind of floor does The Mayan have?
The Mayan has a wood/event floor floor.
Is the dance space at The Mayan indoor or outdoor?
The Mayan is an indoor dance venue.
Can I rent The Mayan for a dance event?
Unverified, venue closed September 2025 Contact the venue directly for pricing and availability.
Is The Mayan available for weddings?
Unknown
Is The Mayan open to the public?
Unverified. Closed September 2025, 2026 reopening announced but unconfirmed
Where is The Mayan located?
The Mayan is located in Los Angeles, United States at 1038 South Hill Street, Los Angeles, CA 90015, United States.
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