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Hollywood Bowl Unveils Star-Studded 2026 Summer Season Lineup

2/18/2026

Summary

Story summary

The Hollywood Bowl announced its 2026 summer season, including a four-night Gustavo Dudamel tribute (LA Phil music director).
The four-night event, 'Celebrating Gustavo at the Bowl,' starts August 20, 2026, with Foo Fighters and other artists.
The season includes a Juneteenth celebration with Chance the Rapper and a Broadway-themed concert.
The Hollywood Bowl Museum exhibition is being revamped.
The lineup includes Beach Boys, ZZ Top, Smokey Robinson, and film-music concerts.

History

Historical Context

The Hollywood Bowl, opened in 1922, has evolved into a cultural landmark in Los Angeles, hosting diverse performances from classical to contemporary music. Celebrating its 75th anniversary in 2016, the venue attracted over 300,000 attendees that summer under conductor Gustavo Dudamel. Its ongoing commitment to varied programming, including artists like Chance the Rapper, underscores its significance in shaping the city's music scene and community engagement.

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Story summary

The Hollywood Bowl announced its 2026 summer season, including a four-night Gustavo Dudamel tribute (LA Phil music director).
The four-night event, 'Celebrating Gustavo at the Bowl,' starts August 20, 2026, with Foo Fighters and other artists.
The season includes a Juneteenth celebration with Chance the Rapper and a Broadway-themed concert.
The Hollywood Bowl Museum exhibition is being revamped.
The lineup includes Beach Boys, ZZ Top, Smokey Robinson, and film-music concerts.

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