07/06/09

Patina is the restaurant corporation, not the entertainment!

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!

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

11/17/07

An Iconic Venue

by porkjello

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

03/21/07

There couldn't be a better place to watch a show!

by natty1077

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. The seating is so spacious, you can usually sit a litle closer since it's benches. I love the fact that you can bring food and wine from the outside, it's great. I've been to the Reggae Fest at the Bowl the last 2 years. and I plan to go again this year! I also had the honor of seeing the Godfather of Soul himself, James Brown perform there (AMAZING!!! 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!

• Pros: Beautiful backdrop, great sound and lights
• Cons: Food and drinks can be expensive [Just bring your own ;O) ]

11/20/06

an LA experience

by bootsytown

The best thing to do here is to get the cheap seats in the very back, and bring a fancy picnic like everyone else. A 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.

11/13/06

L.A.'s iconic outdoor music venue welcomes tuxedoed symphonies and leather-clad rock stars with the same open arches.

by Contributor

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 Williams' Movie Memories and the Playboy Jazz Festival round out the summer lineup. And the Bowl experience isn't complete without picnicking on the grounds, a cherished tradition among many Angelenos. Bring your own spread, or have the Patina Group prepare an exquisite dinner served right in your box.

06/11/02

Best venue in LA

by JJones

I've seen everything from Rock to Classical here, it was all fantastic. There is nothing better than to sit outside under the stars on a warm summer evening enjoying your favorite music. For those who haven't been to the Bowl I can best equate it to movies in the park during the summer.

You can bring your dinner, picnic style, along with a nice bottle of wine to enjoy before the concert begins.

06/04/02

Historic

by msb1021

Always good to catch a concert at this LA landmark. The different summer series offers great shows. John Williams conducting his movie scores with the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra. Lots of Jazz and Classical performances. I can't wait for The Who at the beginning of July (my favorite band). Just wish John Cleese would be walking around the audience shouting "Albatross" (see Month Python at the Hollywood Bowl).

• Pros: Varies types of shows, beautiful atmos
• Cons: parking (2B expected)

06/03/02

Cheap Seats Rock!

by SGabriel

I've seen everyone from Ray Charles to the LA Philharmonic to Jane's Addiction here. The acoustics ROCK & the venue is the most beautiful venue I've seen in a city. Go to the summer series--you can get tickets for as little as $3 and there are buses to take you to the show (if you want to drink & enjoy yourself.) The bowl lets you bring in picnics AND BYOB. It's great music, an incredible sound system & a really fun crowd--esp in the cheap seats!

06/03/02

Music under the stars

by ladreamin

What can be better than sipping wine and eating dessert under the stars with thousands of people around? How about you add some great music? The Hollywood Bowl is truly an icon. Great place for a date or a fun night with friends. Bring food and drink - it's the only way to listen to classical or jazz. Ticket prices from $100 to $1 (no kidding!)

• Pros: Stars, Music, Food & Drink
• Cons: Climbing the hill, parking