The Hollywood Bowl

(323) 850-1885

2301 N Highland Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90068 34.111 -118.3365

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Neighborhoods: Hollywood Hills, Central LA

Last updated 9.21.09

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Mar Yvette

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What started out in 1922 as a fleet of wooden benches along the hills of Hollywood's Bolton Canyon has since grown into LA's most beloved outdoor venue. Everyone from the Beatles and Frank Sinatra to Luciano Pavarotti and Radiohead has taken the instantly recognizable, arched shell stage. Through the years, the shell has gone through many changes from big names in the architectural world, including Lloyd Wright, eldest son of Frank Lloyd Wright, and Frank Gehry. In the summer, the Bowl becomes home to the LA Philharmonic, which lures in crowds with its shows under the stars. Special events…

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Parking:
On-site parking is extremely limited. Park at one of the Bowl's Park & Ride lots, located throughout LA 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.
Fun Fact:
The Hollywood Bowl is the largest natural amphitheater in the United States. Seating nearly 18,000 patrons, the venue has had five shells since it first opened.
The Extras:
Be sure to check out the Hollywood Bowl Museum. It's free and open every night before concerts and during the day all year round.
ambiance
100.0% positive
  1. R.I.P.) It's so much fun, perfect for a date, or with friends, great acoustics and lighting, and if it's been parodied on "The Simpsons", you know it's good!
  2. It's great music, an incredible sound system & a really fun crowd--esp in the cheap seats!
drinks
100.0% positive
  1. The way to go is to pack some snacks and some wine and have yourself a picnic as you enjoy some beautiful music.
  2. You can bring your dinner, picnic style, along with a nice bottle of wine to enjoy before the concert begins.
food quality
50.0% positive
  1. Worse than that: the sushi wasn't fresh, though I'll grant that the berries were ripe.
  2. With the fresh mountain air and valley breeze, lush greenery surrounding the seating area, and the Hollywood sign as a backdrop, I don't think there is a better place to watch a show.
service
100.0% positive
  1. lot of people leave during intermission so sometimes you can sneak down to the better seats, though now that they have the video screens it's not so bad to be far away.
value
100.0% positive
  1. It's great music, an incredible sound system & a really fun crowd--esp in the cheap seats!
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

11/30/11

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10/05/10

Music Under The Stars

by AndyMc

This is not only a fantastic music venue, but one of my favorite places in Los Angeles! There isn't a bad seat in the house. I enjoy going early and picnicing with friends before the music starts. When artists perform at the Hollywood Bowl they often change up their typical show by performing a song live for the first time or inviting special guests. Buy tickets now so you can enjoy this fantastic outdoor venue.

2 Star Rating: Below Average

07/06/09

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by tehachapian

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!
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

01/25/09

Radiohead In Rainbow's Tour

by RJcon

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

The Details on The Hollywood Bowl

Place Categories:

  • great beautiful music
  • incredible system
  • really fun crowd
  • great shows
  • not so bad video screens
  • favorite band
  • warm summer evening
  • lush greenery
  • not fresh sushi
  • most beautiful venue
  • nice bottle
  • great acoustics
  • fresh valley breeze
  • great experience
  • fresh mountain air
  • awesome place
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