El Rey Theatre, Art deco music venue in Miracle Mile, Los Angeles, United States.
Description
El Rey Theatre is a music venue in the Miracle Mile neighborhood featuring art deco design with a main auditorium holding around 771 seats plus a VIP balcony section. The building combines zigzag and streamline moderne elements throughout its interior.
History
The building opened in 1936 as a single-screen cinema and operated as a movie theater for around 50 years. During the 1980s it transformed into a dance club called Wall Street before becoming the music venue it is today.
Culture
The venue takes its name from a historical figure and functions today as a dedicated music hall hosting live performances. Visitors experience the energy of concerts in this established event space that has become an important gathering place for music fans.
Practical
The venue offers valet service and self-parking options for visitors arriving by car. Public transportation access is readily available to the location, and tickets can be purchased through the AXS platform.
Did you know?
The city of Los Angeles designated the building as Historic-Cultural Monument number 520 in 1991, recognizing its architectural and entertainment significance. This official designation protects it as a valued cultural site with architectural importance to the city.
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