THE HOLLYWOOD BOWL
Of course, the Hollywood Bowl is a world famous landmark. But did you know that this famous music center was first built in 1922 with wooden benches simply placed on the hillside?
The Hollywood Bowl is one of the largest natural amphitheaters in the world, with a current seating capacity of just under 18,000, the Hollywood Bowl has been the summer home of the Los Angeles Philharmonic since its official opening.
The fountain statues which grace the Highland entrance of the Hollywood Bowl were designed by Oscar-statuette sculptor, George Stanley in 1938. The three figures are the Muses of Music, Drama, and Dance.
Thanks to the area's magnificent climate, only a
handful of concerts during the Bowl's history have had to be postponed due to
rain. The Bowl grounds themselves -- one of Los Angeles County's most renowned
parks -- are open year-round for visitors to enjoy free of charge.
In the future, the Hollywood Bowl will continue to expand the scope of its concert activities while also continuing its regimen of facility maintenance and upgrades that will enhance the concert-going experience for audiences at the world-famous concert center today and in the future.
