What the Hollywood Bowl’s complicated history reveals about L.A.

The Hollywood Bowl represents L.A. in all its naked splendor, idealism, commercialism, diversity, communal aspirations toward equality, social division, tackiness and even sordidness.  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  Entertainment June 5, 2022 Commentary: What the Hollywood Bowl's complicated history reveals about Los Angeles In its history of dreamers versus big business, the Hollywood Bowl has strived, often with difficulty, to be a model of artistic and social democracy. SHARE       READ MORE ADVERTISEMENT We can't agree on the meaning of Depp vs. Heard. Here's how we move forward anyway Johnny Depp's victory in his defamation case against ex-wife Amber Heard, and the disparate reactions it inspired, are a mirror we all must face. SHARE       READ MORE How the queer summer rom-com 'Fire Island' found new meaning in 'Pride and Prejudice' Here's how a Jane Austen classic got a landmark queer update in 'Fire Island,' from writer-star Joel Kim Booster. SHARE       READ MORE ADVERTISEMENT Netflix is cutting back, but not on L.A. productions Despite recent layoffs, Netflix said it is doubling down on Los Angeles, filming at least 70 productions in the area this year as the streamer spends roughly $18 billion on content globally. SHARE       READ MORE Review: What Selma Blair's memoir has to teach us all about self-medication In 'Mean Baby,' 'Cruel Intentions' star Selma Blair discusses the very long road to her diagnosis of multiple sclerosis with charm and candor. SHARE       READ MORE Our TV critic picks 42 cozy mysteries to curl up with this summer It may be bright outside, but the world of 2022 is full of darkness and grit. Here are dozens of TV shows to escape into when you need a break. SHARE       READ MORE How the Hollywood Bowl's dollar seats changed my life Who needs expensive box seats at the Hollywood Bowl when you're falling in love? SHARE       READ MORE ADVERTISEMENT Thank you for reading the Los Angeles Times Entertainment newsletter. Invite your friends, relatives, coworkers to sign up here. Not a subscriber? Get unlimited digital access to latimes.com. Subscribe here. Copyright © 2022, Los Angeles Times 2300 E. Imperial Highway, El Segundo, California, 90245 1-800-LA-TIMES | latimes.com *Advertisers have no control over editorial decisions or content. If you're interested in placing an ad or classified, get in touch here. We'd love your feedback on this newsletter. Please send your thoughts and suggestions here. You received this email because you signed up for newsletters from The Los Angeles Times. Manage marketing email preferences · Unsubscribe from this newsletter · Terms of service · Privacy policy · Do Not Sell My Personal Information · CA Notice of Collection FOLLOW US