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LAX Airport Parking and Pantages Theater

When looking at the history of live theater and cinema in the city of Los Angeles there's one venue that stands out amongst the others. Built in the 1930's, this ornate theater has hosted some of Tinsel Town's biggest events and most important occasions. So what's the story behind the Pantages Theater on Hollywood Boulevard? Located just east of the infamous Hollywood and Vine intersection, the Pantages Theater was one of the most beautiful theaters of its time. Home to the annual Academy Awards celebration throughout the 1950's, the Pantages Theater has boosted many a performers' career into the realm of superstardom. Today, the Pantages Theater provides customer of Johnny Parks LAX Airport Parking with a number of lovely Broadway-caliber musicals and presentations. Built with soaring ceilings and plush seating, the Pantages Theater captures old Hollywood glamour perfectly, so why stop in and see it for yourself? Whether you're interested in seeing a show or simply roaming the property, there's plenty worth seeing inside this stunning Hollywood landmark.

A tradition of excellence

The landmark Pantages Theater boasts a long history of entertainment excellence. Since opening in the late '30s, the Pantages has hosted the Academy Awards, the Emmy Awards and the Blockbuster Entertainment Awards. The theater has also hosted a number of movie premieres including "Cleopatra" and Judy Garland's "A Star is Born". A number of important Hollywood specialize have also been taped inside the theater, including the showcase commemorating the late George Burns' 100th birthday. Customers of Johnny Parks LAX Airport Parking may also recognize the theater from its cameo role in Whitney Houston's famous film "The Bodyguard". Since 1977, the Pantages Theater has focused its efforts entirely on Broadway-style musical presentations. Past presentations have include "The Will Rogers Follies", "Joseph and the Technicolor Dreamcoat" and the Broadway revival of "Camelot". The "Phantom of the Opera" took to the stage in 1998 along with the amazing popular "Riverdance" show and "The King and I". A number of live musical acts have also taken to the stage at the Pantages, including Bonnie Raitt. Walt Disney has also been a part of the Pantages' impressive history, showcasing its blockbuster stage show "The Lion King" inside the venue from 2000 to 2003. Customers of Johnny Parks LAX Airport Parking flocked to the box office in order to secure tickets. In total, the show played to 2,311,397 guests and bought in over $142 million in sales.

Returning the Pantages to its original glory

In order to get the theater ready for "The Lion King", the Pantages invested nearly $10 million in a massive restoration effort. The Pantages has always been something to behold, what with its elaborate Art Deco lobby and cathedral ceilings, but extra touches were lacking. Today, the 2,691 seat theater shimmers like never before, stunning customers of Johnny Parks LAX Airport Parking instantaneously. It's almost worth the price of a theater ticket just to see this stunning facility, so why wait? Since the renovation, the Pantages has hosted smash Broadway hits "The Producers", "Mama Mia" and "Miss Saigon". Recent stars on the Pantages Stage have including Martin Short, Jason Alexander and Stephanie Powers. Customers of Johnny Parks LAX Airport Parking have also spotted a number of stars enjoy the show from the audience. These have including everyone from Tim Allen and Jamie Lee Curtis to Christina Applegate and David Hasselhoff.

If you're planning to catch a live show during your upcoming Johnny Parks LAX Airport Parking vacation, there's no better place to go than the Pantages Theater. To learn more about the theater before embarking on your upcoming trip please feel free to contact the theater at 1-323-468-1770. The Pantages Theater is located at 6233 Hollywood Boulevard. It is within walking distance of the Chinese Theater and Egyptian Theater.