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Dolby Theatre

Theater, Music Venue, and Movie Theater

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Dolby Theatre

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"So beautiful on this Oscar Sunday 2012!"(20 Tips)
"Now home to Iris, Cirque Du Soleil's new show!"(14 Tips)
"... girl from red dirt to red carpet... Thank you..."(5 Tips)
"Best Picture winner of 1973 is still the best."(4 Tips)

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Lisa ChristiansenMarch 2, 2016
Just in case I forget to say thank you to the home of the Oscars, thank you to the Dolby Theatre for a star studded, enchanting evening for this little girl from red dirt to red carpet... Thank you...
Upvoted Jan 25
g oconnorSeptember 19, 2015
The acoustics. The former Dorothy Chandler Pavilion/ Kodak theater is now the Dolby. It's the best musical venue for individual performers in Los Angeles.
Upvoted Jan 25
g oconnorSeptember 19, 2015
Be certain to check with the operations staff. I had a wonderful time at Andrea Boccelli - but, it was a live "taping" of a TV special at PREMIUM PRICES. See booms.
Upvoted Dec 26, 2024
ℳ𝒶𝓎♍October 3, 2019
Formerly Kodak Theatre is now Dolby Theatre; home to Academy Awards ever since year 2002. If you're in LA and a fan of The Oscars/film industry history, take the tour to this iconic theatre
Gautham BDecember 31, 2013
Take the guided tour. Its worth it. The guides are great and if you're a film buff, you'll appreciate the info.
HISTORYMarch 31, 2010
Opened in 2001, the theatre seats 3,401. The Grand Staircase is surrounded by columns displaying the names of Academy Award Best Picture winners with blank spaces left for future winners.
Shawn AhmedJanuary 21, 2018
This theater is always a spectacular experience, it Hollywood, it's got style and elegance, the staff is amazing and the shows are top shelf.
Steve ZebdiehJanuary 28, 2017
i paid to see spider man at the former chinese theatre, or actually next door to it and I walked out bc movies are so boring for me and i'm in Hollywood on my way to Beverly Hills, Malibu, Bel-Air....
Andi FisherJune 11, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Not your typical Monday - check out the silent disco, dj's, photo ops, and demos at the official unveiling of the Dolby Theatre on 6/11. Festivities go all day and the curtain drops at 6.
Ben J. DITZELSeptember 7, 2012
Another Success! I created this foursquare venue seconds after it was renamed the Dolby Theater and they took it over as the OFFICIAL VENUE! :)
S G MNovember 6, 2014
This is the way to watch a movie..... In Hollywood inside an iconic theater with all the options on food🍸🍔🍧🍷🍫🍬
Mingfei YanOctober 22, 2014
Great theater as the permanent home of academy awards. Happy that we hold an event here.
Marine CorpsJanuary 17, 2012
Two Academy Awards, three Golden Globes, two BAFTA’s, and a United States Marine? Yes, legendary actor Gene Hackman served for more than four years as a field radio operator in the USMC.
Erik RowleyJanuary 20, 2017
Also known as Meryl Streep's trophy chamber. It was cool peering in through the doors, now I know how Steve Buscemi and Gary Oldman feel.
Charles T SebestaJanuary 16, 2016
Great Venue! It's just a great place to take in good entertainment. Wish there were more events there!
MeshariDecember 9, 2017
You are in the place of the movie industry in the whole planet .. try to enjoy each and every minute you spend there.
Efrosini-Maria FergadisDecember 8, 2023
Amazing place to see a concert and also to be with family and friends
TheUrbanDailyMay 25, 2011
Rap Group, Three 6 Mafia won an Academy Award here in 2006 for "It's Hard Out Here for a Pimp." The category was Best Original Song for their contribution to the "Hustle & Flow" soundtrack. Read more
Hard RockerJuly 3, 2016
Great place to visit. Go to the top floor for a great view of the Hollywood sign.
Phitsamay SMarch 11, 2016
One of the most beautiful theatre's I have ever visited 💕
Agu EstradaApril 8, 2018
my LA friend had to point out that this is the location of the Grammy Awards. otherwise, i would have missed its significance.
Nick LivelyJuly 1, 2012
It's a shame the name changed, but it's still an incredible theater. You should definitely go to see Cirque du Soleil Iris
Aolani SmytheMarch 3, 2014
Wow @EllendeGeneres @TheEllenShow you made a Twitter history crashing it lool! @TheOscars2014 rocks and rules! Kudos!
dak eubanksApril 1, 2012
Been here 50+ times
Great show, and a great cast..really love the Chinese guys ay end of first act. Pre order Ur drinks for intermission to avoid long lines.
Thom BrekkeJune 12, 2012
The Dolby Theatre is one of the first homes to the new, groundbreaking Dolby Atmos sound system - hear the whole picture.
Erik RowleyFebruary 17, 2012
Look closely at the pillars leading to the theater and you'll see the title of each best picture winner, on the backside are future dates.
Tessa CaetanoFebruary 19, 2015
Great place to see shows and there's a great shopping area there too
DowntownLA.comMay 27, 2011
If you're as eager to see IRIS this summer as we are, make it a mini vacation! Check out DowntownLA.com for IRIS-themed hotel deals in Downtown Los Angeles! Read more
Anastasia KrutovaAugust 22, 2012
Amazing. During the show I was seating with an open mouth, it was better than I could imagine !
PeopleJanuary 14, 2011
Home to the Oscars (and American Idol!), this theater’s Grand Staircase bears the name of every Best Picture winner since the 1928 Academy Awards.
Regina FranchiOctober 6, 2011
its a good intro to Cirque, but with the tiny space in the Kodak, its not nearly as impressive as some of the other shows. But since the Kodak IS tiny there isnt a bad seat in the house
steve alsoknownas-PJanuary 12, 2012
Mezzanine or Orchestra seats were great...long lines for the bar during intermission...but you if you buy them there you can bring them in
HemangAugust 17, 2011
Beautiful theatre. Great 10 year history. Check out the best picture titles on the staircase. 2 hours free parking!
Soul TrainApril 28, 2011
The ultimate classic Hollywood experience. Check out the gallery of Oscar winners for Best Picture dating back to 1928.
VictoriaJanuary 31, 2016
Huge beautiful place to watch a movie.
Ayşın Akyarlı SavatlıFebruary 25, 2013
Known as kodak theatre, the name has changed last year... Nothing is so gorgeous about it, just an oscar tradition...
Bernie MarinezApril 23, 2012
If you like the music of Danny Elfman, it's the cirque you want to see. It's great.
Mel McFebruary 5, 2014
Stopped right outside the grand theater exterior, but need to visit inside next time
Tonio BaquiranOctober 12, 2011
Nice to see Cirque not take itself so seriously. Best Cirque show I've seen to date.
Lina A.April 24, 2015
Breathtaking! Got me loving movie theaters again! Wow!
dak eubanksApril 1, 2012
Been here 50+ times
Make sure to buy a program from the bald guy...he is really nice and full of info
Jacobo GarcìaSeptember 20, 2012
Amazing view! Take the guide tour... It's very interesting,
Sam PalominFebruary 24, 2013
This is such a thrilling event. Wow I am so lucky to be on the red carpet for the coveted event!
Aolani SmytheMarch 3, 2014
I came here for food catered by one of my fav Wolfgang Puck lulz ♥
Kash, aka Dj. MMay 14, 2013
A cool place to be part of our culture...
Thadine BakOctober 6, 2014
CB Gen Blue Conference. Rocking the house!
Cass GroosNovember 25, 2012
Best seats are at the front center mezzanine, not pit!
Casey LamberskiNovember 10, 2011
Win an exclusive evening with Cirque du Soleil for you and 25 friends, presented by Infiniti. Enter now! http://bit.ly/hJwGwd
JB FabyMarch 7, 2011
If you wanna see the oscars and the stars be sure to show up the day of the soars, not 6 days after... Like I did !!!
Paylos PDecember 27, 2018
Overated!!!! Nothing to see!

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