Live Theater and the Performing Arts: A-M
CORONET THEATER: 366 N. La Cienega Blvd., West Hollywood.
(310-657-7377)
This small theater, situated in a pretty little courtyard
set back from the street, is the home of the L.A. Public Theater.
GLOBE PLAYHOUSE: 1107 N. Kings Rd., West Hollywood.
(323-654-5623)
Inside this barn-like structure is a replica of
Shakespeare’s original theater of the same name. Only Shakespeare
is produced here, naturally, and the company does it all, ranging
through all the plays and including dramatic presentations of the
sonnets.
THE GREEK THEATRE: 2700 N. Vermont, Los Angeles.
(323-665-1927)
An outdoor theater nestled in the
picturesque setting of Griffith Park. The Greek is one of Los Angeles’
most historic entertainment venues and has played host to some of
the biggest names in entertainment, from pop to classical, reggae to
rock. The 75-year-old Greek seating 5700 offers entertainment to
every segment of the population. The 2007 season, opening in May
and ending in October, includes Stevie Nicks/Chris Isaak, The Goo
Goo Dolls, Chicago, The Fray, Lyle Lovett, Tony Bennet, and Vince
Gill. Tickets available through Ticketmaster.
http://www.greektheatrela.com/
Hollywood Bowl
HOLLYWOOD BOWL:2301 N. Highland Avenue, Hollywood.
(323-850-2000)
This outdoor amphitheater
nestled in the Hollywood Hills is the summer home of the
Los Angeles Philharmonic. An excellent jazz series is offered on
Wednesday nights, featuring well-known artists. Concertgoers are
encouraged to picnic in the several designated areas; food and wine
may also be purchased at the Hollywood Bowl Patio Restaurant.
An excellent public transportation system allows patrons to ride
express buses directly to the Bowl from all parts of L.A. Parking
at the Bowl is $11–$14. Bleacher seats are from $1.00 on week
nights; $4.00–$7.00 on weekends; box seats are usually sold out
to subscribers. The Bowl season is from July–September, with a
fireworks display opening and closing the season.
www.hollywoodbowl.com
KODAK THEATRE: 6801 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood.
(323-308-6300)
Kodak Theatre is the crown jewel of the Hollywood and Highland
entertainment complex, located in the heart of historic Hollywood.
Since opening in November 2001, the theatre has hosted a range
of prestigious artists and events including the Academy Awards®
Ceremonies, Celine Dion, Prince, Elvis Costello, Barry Manilow,
American Ballet Theatre, Moscow Stanislavsky Ballet, AFI Life
Achievement Award to Tom Hanks, ESPY Awards, American Idol
finals, Dixie Chicks and more. There are also guided tours available
seven days a week from 10:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. from June 1 to
August 1. Tickets for the tours are $15 for adults, $10 for seniors
and children 17 and under, free for children under 3. For
information call (323) 308-6300.
MORGAN-WIXSON THEATRE: 2627 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica.
(310-828-7519)
Six musical and
non-musical plays a year are performed by the Santa Monica
Theatre Guild, a non-profit volunteer community theatre. The
Youth Education/Entertainment Series (Y.E.S.) offers four youth
productions each year with performances Saturday and Sunday
mornings, and one Youth Musical each November/December.
http://www.morgan-wixson.org/
The Morgan-Wixson is also home to Kids On Stage, a performing
arts program for kids and young adults. They hold summer day
camps, after school programs and classes. For more info on KOS,
visit www.kidsonstage.com.
Walt Disney Concert Hall
MUSIC CENTER OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY: 135 North Grand Avenue,
Los Angeles.
(213-972-7211)
This is
a four-building complex located in downtown L.A and covering
11 acres. The Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, seating 3,197 is the home
of the Los Angeles Opera and the Music Center Dance. The Mark
Taper Forum is a smaller, modern theater in the three-quarter
round. This theater offers an interesting season of contemporary
drama. The Ahmanson Theater, seating 1,400–2,000, is part of the
Center Theater Group. Walt Disney Concert Hall encompasses two
outdoor amphitheaters, including Keck Children’s Amphitheatre
seating 300 and a second performing space that accommodates an
audience of 120. The centerpiece of the Concert Hall is a 2,265-seat
auditorium with natural lighting in which the audience surrounds
the orchestra. The Disney Hall is home to the Los Angeles
Philharmonic.
www.musiccenter.org
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