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    Dolby Theatre

    3.9 (317 reviews)
    Open 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

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    August 15, 2026 Derek Hough and dance performers show
    Josie J.

    The Dolby Theater is located at the Ovation Hollywood Shopping Mall on Hollywood boulevard. Nearby street traffic was heavy. We opted out of using local parking and instead dined at Moun of Tunis approximately a mile away and took Uber round trip for $22. The restaurant closes at 10 pm but there was no problem leaving our car in their parking lot. Finding the Dolby theater was difficult and confusing. The shopping mall has three levels. We asked a mall attendant near an elevator for help but received none. After you get in the Dolby there is also a security line where they check your purse. I didn't have to. We received no help to get to our section or find our seats. The venue was perfect to see Derek Hough and his dancing performers. The sound was loud but clear and not harsh. They had a bar where you could buy drinks. They also had wheelchairs and attendants who could take you to your seat if you had any mobility issues.

    Cristine G.

    First time at Dolby Theater to watch Woodz 2026 World Tour. We got seats on Mezzanine 3. Thank goodness for a good camera in my phone, as it felt we were too high up. It was still good coz I didn't have to deal with people in front covering the view. They didn't have big screens, so in the future we'll get seats at Mezzanine 1 or 2. We ate burger and chili dog at the restaurant on another floor. Pre-paid parking was $77 and the scanner was not working.

    Shauna W.

    I had never been here before but was able to score some great tickets to see fluffy for his 50th birthday . The theatre itself was really nice , air conditioning worked great lol. Decent snacks and drinks but of course you know it's expensive as heck . Staff was pretty good , security did a good job . My only complaint was getting the collectors item for the 1st 2,000 people . They gave us a wristband when we entered the building and was told to collect it at the end which was fine . Once the show ended it was pure chaos , people cutting in lines , lines not even really being lines . It was a huge sloppy mess. I wish they could have figured out a better plan for that but it is what it is . It was a great evening out and a nice venue

    Carolyn N.

    I hate this gosh dang location, but that's just because I hate Hollywood in general. I've been to this theater once a long, long time ago for a Kingdom Hearts concert and made the mistake of driving. I believe they have parking validation if you're here for a concert or spend money??? But not sure how it works nowadays. The problem at the time was, if you park here for a concert, it will take a long time to exit the structure since everyone else is trying to leave at the same time too...I think I was stuck here for like two hours after the concert literally because the traffic out was so bad. This time around I took the metro...which is really sketch on it's own, but reasonably prices and convenient. I didn't have the greatest seats for this showing, but was still glad to be there. Bathrooms are clean and security does a good job of getting you in pretty fast while doing a decent job of checking all your stuff.

    Drink menu (May 2026)
    Luke L.

    Dolby Theatre (formerly known as the Kodak Theatre) is a popular tourist attraction best known as the theatre where the Academy Awards have been hosted since 2002. However once the 100th Oscars are held at Dolby Theatre in 2028, the Oscars will move to the Peacock Theater beginning in 2029 and remain there until 2039. [Parking]: Dolby Theatre shares the same parking garage as Ovation Hollywood (Hollywood & Highland). Hourly Rate = $2.00 every 20 minutes. No validation from Dolby Theatre, but $3 for up to 2 hours with validation from participating retailers and restaurants from Ovation Hollywood. $3 for up to 4 hours with validation from participating cinemas like TCL Chinese Theatre. Daily maximum = $20.00. There is also a $20 flat rate after 10 PM on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. The garage operates 24/7. One downside is that it was not easy to exit the parking garage after the show ended. [Atmosphere & view]: This is a very well-maintained theatre. I came here to see a show and had a seat in Upper Level Mezzanine 3 Row J. Mezzanine 3 is quite high up (probably around the 5th or 6th level). The sound quality was good with no issues even from the upper level, but it was a bit difficult to see the main stage from Mezzanine 3. Unfortunately, the seat was not super comfortable. Public Wi-Fi is not available. [Food & drinks]: Beverage prices were surprisingly reasonable for a theatre of this magnitude - $5 cookies, $5 chips, $5 soda, $5 water, and $5 juice. No cash payments accepted. [Guided tour]: The theatre offers guided tours for $25 per adult, but please check the website for schedule times and dates. [Conclusion]: Thumbs up for the reasonable beverage prices, clean theatre, and parking validation from select retailers and restaurants at Ovation Hollywood. Thumbs down for the poor view from Mezzanine 3 and the difficult parking garage exit after the show. P.S. - There is a Hollywood / Highland Metro station connected to the B Line for anyone who wants to take public transit.

    Tommy M.

    We were fortunate to get tickets to the Dolby Theatre for Kelly & Mark after the Oscar live show on the red carpet. The Dolby Theatre was formerly name the Kodak Theatre, this is a historic building that open it doors in Nov.09 2001 it has a five levels grand lobby with a bar that also has a Incredible spiral staircase. The guests were Carson Kressley who was hilarios, Matt Friend, Leanne Morgan, Andra Day, DJ Cassidy and Wyclef Jean who turn this mother out. The the show was very nice and all of the show staff was nice and friendly. Paris Baguette was outside the theatre promoting the bakery by passing out their blue mugs, we didn't know that each mug had a gift card for $5.00 to spent at the bakery, overall the experience here at the Dolby Theatre good.

    92nd Academy Awards #Oscars - - - (9 February 2020)
    Cam E.

    Sunday, 15th March 2026 Los Angeles, CA As host to the 98th Academy Awards ceremony, since it's premiere hosting in 2002, the historic iconic Dolby Theatre venue did not disappoint! Winners included: - Best Picture: ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER - Best Actress: Jessie Buckley in HAMNET - Best Actor: Michael B. Jordan in SINNERS and the list goes on at www.oscars.org Always in awe of the best stylists providing the most fabulous gowns and formal wear to the talented artists of cinema historically. Beautiful! **the venue seats 3,400 and is fully equipped with state-of-the-art Dolby sound technology** **Do check out the Red Carpet arrivals ** **The entire show is aired on ABC Network and Hulu** Thank you!

    When you do things you don't want for the ones you love... Ballet @ the Dolby Theatre on Sunday...
    David W.

    I suppose this will resonate more with the fellas than others but have you ever been in a situation where a female, be it your niece, sister, mother, cousin or girlfriend, casual or otherwise put you in an undesirable situation using passive aggressive jiu jitsu, with a heavy dose of guilt? Maybe it's just me but this is how I find myself at the Dolby Theatre to watch the Nutcracker ballet. It only made me feel more like a child being forced to do something they did not want to do, when I realized that the Dolby Theatre was the once great Chinese Mann Theatre, where I watched many movies with my parents & brother as a child. To be honest, my expectations where negative but having never seen a ballet it was nice to indulge in something that was not in my usual menu of experiences. Although I probably would have enjoyed it more if I was allowed to bring my whiskey on the rocks inside rather than having to gulp it down in the lobby area like a maniac. In the end, the person who strong-held me into taking her was happy and sometimes in life, it's not always about you but what you can do to bring joy to someone else. To be fair, I did get mad at her while driving to and from the parking structure because it was maddening. But nobodies perfect and the traffic in the parking structure is unreasonably bad in my defense. Keep experiencing new things and thinking about someone else besides yourself my friends...

    Giovanna M.

    I was here for the Attack on Titan orchestra & live performance from Japan! Honestly if you missed this show, it was incredible. The orchestra, conductor, and vocalist had great pride and dedication for their works. The ambiance was gut wrenching & delightful in a stage theatre built for elite musicianship. Snacks were great I got a coffee and chocolates. Security and servers were there for the ultimate service.

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    stephan f.

    Fun venue! It's where they do the Oscars! It's a nice sized theater for live performance right other heart of Hollywood. I saw the Jinkx and Dela Holiday show here. The staff was friendly and just sorts there. The guy at the main ticket booth seemed angry. They had your average snacks for purchase. The downsides are: Hollywood and Highland is a tourist trap. Watch out for touristy foods nearby. Also, they didn't validate so parking was like 25 bucks! Pro tip. Go to the coffee place in the H&H main quad and get a small coffee. They validate. Getting out of the parking lot after a big event can take a while. So be prepared. Pro tip 2: park one floor lower than where everyone parks. Usually tons of parking! Pro tip 3: walls to the lowest parking floor you can and use that ticket machine for your parking. There will be a lot shorter line! One last thing. For this show they placed seating in the orchestra section. The problem is the floor tilts slightly up so those seats are higher than the ones you are in if you are in the AA row. A rather large person sat in front of me and completely blocked my view. It's not his fault, they should arrange the seating better. Especially for those purchasing premium seats!

    Herb Alpert
    Eric U.

    My recent visit to the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood to see the Herb Alpert show was an absolute blast and a truly memorable experience. This venue is nothing short of amazing. ​The entire experience, from arrival to the final applause, was exceptionally smooth, largely thanks to the professional and welcoming staff who ensured a seamless and enjoyable evening. The acoustics are exceptional, delivering crystal-clear sound that perfectly enhanced the performance and artistry of Herb Alpert. It's the kind of sound quality that makes a world of difference for a live show. ​ I had seats in Mezz 1 Right, Row F, and I can confidently say there wasn't a bad seat in the house. Our view was clear, with absolutely no obstructions. The sightlines are perfectly engineered, making it easy to relax and enjoy the performance without straining or dealing with a poor angle. ​

    Sadhguru. In awe. Gratitude.
    Joi R.

    The opportunity to experience the energy of Sadhguru in person was one I refused to miss. There are many things going on in my life, so being in his presence what a profound moment allowing me to fully exhale. As for the Dolby, it's spacious and elegant in a grand Hollywood kind of way (of course). My seat in the 2nd Mezzanine-center-row A was the perfect distance with a clear view of the stage and away from the crowd. If you're looking for budget friendly tickets, I recommend this section. Just make sure you get the front row so you don't have any bobbing heads obstructing your view of the stage. Things to be mindful of entering the theater: no food or beverage, no large bags (including large purses), no safety "weapons" including pepper spray, and be prepared to go through a checkpoint. The staff is friendly so don't give them a hard time, just follow the rules. Before or after your show, take a stroll through the Hollywood Highland mall. Enjoy!

    Kim K.

    What a beautiful theater! We saw ANNIE here and it was fabulous. Parking was easy and reasonable. Just park in the Hollywood Highland parking structure. Entering was simple. Staff was friendly. Seats were comfortable and had decent legroom. The production was outstanding! What a great night

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    What time do doors open for events if the ticket only says 7:30?

    What's the best place to park for a show at the Dolby theater? Highland and Hollywood garage? Can I get validation at any store without purchases?

    Highland is the most convenient. I do not think you can get validation without purchasing.

    What is the handbag policy at the Dolby Theater in Los Angeles?

    I think it might depend on the show but I have always been able to bring any handbag and they do a security check in it so they will open each part of it.

    Going to see Keane on March 10th and have tickets in the PIT BB, seats 29/30. Is this now the 3rd row? And how are the pit seats numbered? Where would 29/30 be located?

    Hi Dana, Sorry for the delay in responding! Pit BB is the 3rd row. The numbers begin at 1 and BB goes up to 42.

    Is sitting in the pit better than sitting in the orchestra section? Trying to see which seats are better to get

    It depends on the show you're going to. The PIT seats are closest to the stage so if it's a concert you may have a better view of the artist. If it's an orchestral event or theatrical event, somewhere in the Orchestra will probably give you a better… 

    Can fans show up to see celebrities on Ted carpet premiere such as today for Avengers?

    For red carpet premieres fans can show up, however because of security concerns there are barricades. We did not host the Avengers Endgame premiere last night though.

    Does the theater provide booster seats for kids?

    Yes we do! Just ask any of our ushers before heading to your seat.

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    The Ford may be to The Bowl as a quickie in the elevator is to a rose-petal trail to a big…read morehoneymoon suite bed. The "Cinderella" of venues, it takes the grand, outdoor setting of the Bowl (concrete Jerusalem gates carved into the Hollywood hills) and the intimacy of a backyard party. With 1200 seats (opposed to 17500), you're always under 100 feet from the stage. The seats being steeply raked means you are closer to the stage than the Greek. (The Theater, I mean, not loud, hairy Niko guy next to you). And being tucked into a natural canyon makes the acoustics extra crispy, which made Erasure (10 years ago today) one of my favorite concerts. Side note: I found the 3 tickets on ebay for 99 cents, something that pissed off the guy next to me who paid $200. He Loved to Hate Me. He called me "Biggie Fries" all night, referencing Wendy's Value Meal. Built in 1920 by Christine Wetherill Stevenson, a wealthy heiress who wanted to build a space for her play about he life of Christ "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Calvary". No, it was "Pilgrimage Play" It burnt down in 1929 but rebuilt in 1931 to look like stone, making it feel like an ancient, rediscovered space. Anyway, it only hosted Christ plays (I would have called it "Nailed iT!") until the 1964 separation of church and state opened the venue to all arts. It was named after the county supervisor John Anson Ford, who was a champion of the arts. In the late 80's it was the "West Coast CBGB", hosting Ramones, Social D, X, Chili Peppers and Jane's Addiction. If you need more bands, just use your first three Wordle guesses: Tacos Marry Happy opened for Radio Caulk Barfy. It unveiled a $80 million renovation in 2017, so if it was gorgeous in 2006, I am sure it is Gorgeouser now. In 2019, the LA Phil took over, so now it is the little sister of the Bowl and Disney Concert Hall. In 2020, it had its centennial, marking 100 years since Stevenson first staged a Christ play in that canyon. To celebrate, the partygoers turned wine into pee.

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    5.0(8 reviews)
    0.8 miHollywood

    What an amazing show. I tell you what I was very impressed…read moreby this show. The MC was entertaining and very funny. The dancers were great and very talented. The sets where impressive. Now the lighting was incredible. Enhanced the dancers and have it a great vibe. The acts were so sexy, classy, funny, entertaining, and very well choreographed. I had a great time and want to go back. Zeke recommend!!!

    Yesterday we visited the Montalban for The Empire Strips Back, a galactic burlesque show and parody…read moreof the well-loved original Star Wars trilogy (despite the name the storylines were not strictly based on the Empire Strikes back, but featured homages to all three films in the trilogy!) This review is for the show, rather than the venue, which I'll do a separate review for. I purchased VIP tickets for the Fever-run event as a Christmas gift for my significant other, and we both loved it! It was hilarious, and tastefully sexy! The different acts featured a variety of music genres, so there's something for everyone's taste! The show was about 2 hours in length with a 15 minute intermission between the first and second half of the show. VIP tickets got us VIP entry, 2 champagne or other sparkling beverages, and a t-shirt each (our selections are pictured! Also definitely recommend picking these up at the beginning to avoid long lines at the end!) Per google reviews of the show, lines were long for drinks, and merchandise, so to save time, we redeemed both our drinks at the beginning of the show. They also offered a QR code, order ahead option, for merchandise. Neither myself nor my significant other had ever been to a burlesque show before, and this was certainly a fun, and worthwhile, introduction! Tip: there is a 24 hour parking garage adjacent to the Montalban with a max $10 fee for the day!

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    3.2(516 reviews)
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    What a Night!!! The…read moreFreak!!! NiteFreak!! What a vibe! This man is incredible, and I absolutely love how down-to-earth he is. This was our second time seeing him DJ, and we already can't wait to grab tickets to the next event! Sound is a great venue--decent-sized dance floor, good energy, and reasonably priced drinks. Shoutout to our bartender, too! She was incredibly sweet and took great care of us. And man... those drinks were STRONG! Definitely got our money's worth there! Security also deserves a shoutout. They were very much on the ball, which, as someone who works in the industry, I really appreciate. It makes a huge difference when you can enjoy yourself knowing security is paying attention and doing their job. Overall, 10/10 night. Great music, great atmosphere, strong drinks, and a solid venue. We'll absolutely be back!

    Twin Diplomacy time! Love the vibes and the atmosphere here at Sound. Initially before going, I…read morealways would see up and coming house artists or after parties here from other shows. I would always see those lamps in the air moving on social media and it was so cool to see in person, a simple touch like that could add some fun to the experience. The parking lot nearby was really accessible and for the venue. Parking was really cheap and a 10 second walk to Sound. Going into the venue was also easy and felt safe in that area compared to the main street. Among walking in is a bar, restroom and merch table. Drinks are hella expensive. Venue is pretty small but intimate and you can see the artist well. There are tables on the right side and railing on the left for you to stand. The sound was great and listened to Twin Diplomacy absolutely rip. Would definitely come back.

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