Boasting lavish interiors with grand chandeliers and geometric patterns, The Pantages Theatre in Hollywood stands as a beacon of Los Angeles’ rich entertainment history and cultural heritage. Designed by B. Marcus Priteca in the classic Art Deco style, the theater opened in 1930. The Pantanges Theater has transitioned from a movie theater to a premier stage for live performances, famously hosting the Academy Awards during Hollywood’s golden age from 1950 to 1960. Located at 6233 Hollywood Blvd, it is nestled in the heart of Hollywood, close to attractions like the Hollywood Walk of Fame and TCL Chinese Theatre. The Pantages is easily accessible via the Hollywood/Vine Metro Station and several bus routes, with ample parking options nearby. The theater has great accessibility, offering wheelchair seating, elevators, and accessible restrooms, ensuring a welcoming experience for all visitors.

The Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, named after Dorothy Buffum Chandler, is part of the Los Angeles Music Center. The LA Music Center is one of the three largest performing arts centers in the United States. With a seating capacity of 3197 across four tiers, the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion is home to the Los Angeles Opera and Glorya Kaufman Presents Dance at the Music Center. The venue has had a Christmas Eve tradition since 1964, where it holds a free six hour music and dance celebration by groups from all over Los Angeles.