BOWL ME OVER!

  • Jose Martinez

Fun under the sun and beneath the stars at the world famous Hollywood Bowl is practically a rite of passage for local music lovers. One of the world’s most beautiful concert venues, there’s nothing like catching a cool concert at the Bowl on a perfect Southern California summer evening. Whether it’s a classical concert featuring rock star conductor Gustavo Dudamel, a night of brilliant jazz, a movie sing-a-long affair, or the latest hipster concert, shows at the Bowl are unforgettable evenings.

The summer fun begins with this season’s much anticipated Opening Night on June 22 with a star-studded concert featuring brand new Hollywood Bowl Hall of Fame inductees Reba McEntire and Chaka Khan, as well as a spectacular fireworks climax. Julie Andrews will serve as host and all proceeds will benefit the LA Phil and its music programs.

The redheaded Queen of Country Music and the Queen of Funk will definitely stir things up. Chaka Khan wowed audiences in her body-hugging suit at the recent American Idol finale, and Reba McEntire always delivers a rousing and entertaining performance. Here’s to a wonderful summer filled with friends and family, terrific music, good eats and drink, stars galore and memories to last a lifetime.

Opening Night is June 22. For tickets and more information for the 2012 Hollywood Bowl Season check out hollywoodbowl.com.