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Hollywood Bowl
Last updated 9.21.09
What People Are Saying About The Hollywood Bowl
The Editor
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Citysearch
What started as a fleet of wooden benches in Hollywood's Bolton Canyon has grown into a sweeping outdoor venue that hosts some of the best names in music. Everyone from Frank Sinatra to Radiohead, Luciano Pavarotti to the Who has taken the famed stage. A new shell was erected in 2004, and Frank Gehry's spheres have been replaced by a more acoustically sound halo, which also incorporates lighting and sound equipment. Come July, the L.A. Philharmonic lures concertgoers to the hills with its elegant shows under the stars. Special events such as the Fourth of July Fireworks Spectacular, John…
07/06/09
Patina is the restaurant corporation, not the entertainment!
by tehachapian at Citysearch
At the Hollywood Bowl this past Saturday for the fireworks, Philharmonic, and Fogerty (how's that for alliteration?). Fabulous night, but we made the mistake of not bringing in our own food -- thought we'd rely on Patina for our picnic. Walking into the cafe, immediately blasted with the smell of disinfectant (oh, yum). Then the offerings were both minimal and pricey. I got 6 pieces of spicy tuna sushi, 3 strawberries, and 1/2 handful of mixed berries: $22.50. Worse than that: the sushi wasn't fresh, though I'll grant that the berries were ripe.
- Pros: It's available when you need it
- Cons: Their food offerings are awful ... and pricey!
01/25/09
Radiohead In Rainbow's Tour
by RJcon at Citysearch
An abso-friggenlutely awesome place to rock out!! Cymbal Rush from Thom Yorke's - Eraser was off the hook!
Cant wait to come back for another concert at this venue. Next time, we'll bring the wine basket!
Radiohead at the Hollywood Bowl, Aug. 25, 2008
Main set: Reckoner / Optimistic / There There / 15 Step / All I Need / Pyramid Song / Weird Fishes/Arpeggi / The Gloaming / Videotape / Talk Show Host / Faust Arp / Tell Me Why* / No Surprises / Jigsaw Falling into Place / The Bends / The National Anthem / Nuude / Bodysnatchers
First encore: House of Cards / Planet Telex / Go Slowly / Fake Plastic Trees / True Love Waits (intro) / Everything in Its Right Place
Second encore: Cymbal Rush / Karma Police / Idioteque
- Pros: Good people watching
- Cons: Watching good people get beligerant
11/17/07
An Iconic Venue
by porkjello at Citysearch
The Hollywood Bowl is a true Los Angeles landmark. The architecture alone has made it a definitive symbol of the city. It has been featured in countless films and even in a legendary animated Looney Tunes feature with a certain Warner Bros cartoon rabbit. I recently saw John Williams conduct the L.A. Philharmonic as they did pieces from the various film scores of John Williams. It was such a great experience. The way to go is to pack some snacks and some wine and have yourself a picnic as you enjoy some beautiful music. Just know that certain concerts do not allow food so make sure to check the Hollywood Bowl's website for their individual show policies.
- Pros: A Must Do if you love music
- Cons: It might be bad if you sit in the bleacher section and then all the people next to you are super fat
The Details on The Hollywood Bowl
Parking:
On-site parking is extremely limited. Park at one of the Bowl's Park & Ride lots, located throughout L.A., and take a shuttle. Call (323) 850-2000 for more information.
Save Money:
Tickets for non-lease events often start at an amazingly affordable $1.
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