Hollywood Bowl Cancels Season for First Time in 98 Years
History of the Hollywood Bowl
By: Karen Kaye
Hollywood Happenings
The 98th season of the Hollywood Bowl cancels their 2020 summer season for the first time since 1922 due to the Covid-19 global pandemic.
The iconic venue located in the Hollywood Hills, has been around since the early 1900’s and the first concert was performed on the grounds in 1920. A piano concert by Gertrude Ross and Anna Ruzena Sprotte in 1920 was the first event ever held at the Hollywood Bowl. The duo used an old barn door as the stage.
In the hundred years since the music began at the Hollywood Bowl, it has showcased artistic and cultural greatness.
Over the years, the museum has put together a rich and vibrant history and a window into the voices that have influenced the history and continues to shape and enhance our world. The Hollywood Bowl opened its Museum in 1984 in what was originally the Tea Room. In 1996, completely rebuilt and named the Edmund D. Edelman Hollywood Bowl Museum and it provides a historical timeline of this iconic venue. You may browse and explore the many decades below by visiting our museum at: visit our museum!
The Hollywood Bowl one of the most famous historic landmarks and venues which has played a major role in the music and entertainment industry during the 20th and 21st centuries. The Bowl museum is located at the bottom of Peppertree Lane, and is the first building visitors see after entering the grounds from Highland Avenue. In an effort to slow the spread and transmission rate of Covid-19, the Museum will be closed until further notice.
Photo credit: Music Center Archives/Otto Rothschild Collection
The Hollywood Bowl has showcased some iconic acts from Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Bob Dylan, the Beatles and the Beach Boys. The bowl has been seen in various Hollywood movies and television shows throughout the years.
For additional information on the bowl you can visit the site at: https://www.hollywoodbowl.com/
In today’s virtual world you can take a walk through this iconic venue and see some of the beauty it has to offer:
In June 2010, Hall of Fame inductees are Donna Summer, The Carpenters, and Jean-Yves Thibaudet. Photo credit: Hollywood Bowl Museum Collection/Mathew Imaging
Over the years the Hollywood Bowl is a unique and cultural icon and preserved by the Los Angeles County Parts Department. The sounds come alive at the Bowl as it echoes into the hills making for a beautiful evening to listen to music.
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In October 1963, Bob Dylan made his debut at the Hollywood Bowl. He later returned for performances in 1993, 1999, and 2012. Bob Dylan and Joan Baez Photo credit: Hollywood Bowl Museum Collection
The Hollywood Bowl owned by the Los Angeles County Parks and recreation, is open to the public during the day. In 1924, the property was officially deeded to the parks which helped to preserve for future generations to see. An awesome video with a lot of detail showing the beauty of the structure can be viewed by clicking the link below.
In July 1960, Ella Fitzgerald makes her second appearance at the Bowl. Over her lifetime she performs a total of five times at the venue. Photo credit: Music Center Archives/Otto Rothschild
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