Belasco Theater
The Belasco Theater was named after the theatrical producer, impresario, director and playwright David Belasco. Designed by architects Morgan, Walls & Clements, it opened in 1926 with its most noticeable features being the wonderfully detailed Churrigueresque, Spanish Renaissance, Moorish, and Gothic design as well as its amazing dome ceiling. Closed in 1952, later it was used as a church and now it’s alive again, resurrected into one of Downtown most grand nightclubs and special events theater, featuring a main theatre, ballroom, basement lounge, wine/tapas bar, and two restaurants. This Fall the Theater will host Bob Marley, August 16th, Ozomatli August 30th, and Tom Odell October 25th.1050 S. Hill Street.
Globe Theater
The Globe Theater was designed by architects Morgan, Walls & Morgan and Alfred Rosenheim. Globe opened in 1913 as the Morosco Theatre. Since then its been aw retail hub, and for movie showings, later becoming the home of the late great infamous Club 740, most famous for throwing Discostiques for the underground LBGT Community, and private events. Reopened in 2015, the theater now serves as a multipurpose space for music, theatrical events and films. Its most noticeable when it opened were its prized roomy, comfortable chairs, each has wide arm rests; and its theater arrangement that allowed more than the usual space between the rows of seats. Today it host some of the nations most notable talents inside of stage, and nightclub performances. This fall will host Tease If You Please, and Two Chains on October 1st. 744 S. Broadway.
Los Angeles Theater
One of Downtown’s great movie palaces, the Los Angeles was designed by architect S. Charles Lee and constructed in 1931 Inspired by French Baroque its façade rises five stories, its most notable features being tts majestic lobby mirrors, fluted columns, sparkling chandeliers, finely detailed plaster ornament, and a sunburst motif alluding to France’s “Sun King,” Louis XIV. A grand central staircase leads to a crystal fountain. and sixteen private compartments, each finished in marble. The theater is closed except for film shoots, tours and special events including Night on Broadway, one of Downtown’s most grand events. 615 S. Broadway.
Mayan Theater
Opened in 1927, designed by architects Morgan, Walls & Clements, the Mayan’s most memorable aspects are the major work by Francisco Cornejo who became famous for the stylized pre-Columbian patterns and figures that adorn the theater. The Mayan had been operating as a movie unitl 1990, only later to reopen to become Downtown’s most ecocentric event venue. Not to be missed, Dubian Concert on August 26th, the ever so lovable raunchiness of Lucha Vavoom’s Halloween Themed Show, and Crown of the Empire performing, November 3rd. 1038 S. Hill Street.
Orpheum Theater
Designed by G. Albert Lansburgh the Orpheum has been the home of silent films, theatrical performances, and great concerts since it opened in 1926. One of the most highly preserved of the Historic Theaters of Downtown, Orpheum pride stems from its luxurious marble lobby, huge crystal chandeliers, and plush furnishings. It was also one of America’s first theaters to show sound film. This Fall, catch Cesar Lozano August 26th, Ani Difranco October 4th, and Celtic Thunder November 5th. 842 S. Broadway.