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Hollywood Bowl: The First 100 Years

Hollywood Bowl: The First 100 Years

Written by: LA Phil
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"The First 100 Years" tells the story of the Hollywood Bowl—a historic performing arts venue located in Los Angeles—in relationship to the ground it sits on: from Highland Avenue to the back benches, from 1922 to today. Hear incredible-but-true stories, unearthed through dozens of in-depth interviews and countless hours spent digging through its archive as well as collections all across Southern California. Take the walking tour, see archival photos, and more: hollywoodbowl.com/first100years Join us at the Hollywood Bowl this summer for our 100-year celebration: hollywoodbowl.com/calendarLA Phil Art Entertainment & Performing Arts
Episodes
  • 1. Marquee
    Jun 2 2022

    Seeing your name on the Hollywood Bowl marquee is one of the milestones signaling you’ve made it as a musician. Hear stories about the incredible artists whose names have graced that iconic real estate.

    Walking tour location: The static marquee off N Highland Ave
    Take the walking tour, see archival photos, and more: first100years.hollywoodbowl.com
    Join us at the Hollywood Bowl this summer for our 100-year celebration: hollywoodbowl.com/calendar

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    9 mins
  • 2. Muse of Music
    Jun 2 2022

    Born of the Great Depression and nearly lost to disrepair, the fountain complex has stood for 80 years, marking not just the entrance to the Bowl, but the entrance to Hollywood itself.

    Walking tour location: Marvel at the Muse across the street on the corner of N Highland Ave, or cross the street to get a closer look
    Take the walking tour, see archival photos, and more: first100years.hollywoodbowl.com
    Join us at the Hollywood Bowl this summer for our 100-year celebration: hollywoodbowl.com/calendar

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    7 mins
  • 3. Pepper Tree Lane
    Jun 2 2022

    Pepper Tree Lane—the walkway that transports you to the Bowl—is named for the trees that once miraculously sprouted there. Along this pathway, the outside world ends, and the Hollywood Bowl begins.

    Walking tour location: Pepper Tree Lane
    Take the walking tour, see archival photos, and more: first100years.hollywoodbowl.com
    Join us at the Hollywood Bowl this summer for our 100-year celebration: hollywoodbowl.com/calendar

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    7 mins
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