Grauman's Chinese Theater
It was once stated that, ?To visit Los Angeles and not visit the Chinese [theater] is like visiting China and not seeing the Great Wall?. True to its reputation, the Grauman?s Chinese Theater is one of the most historic cornerstones of Hollywood.
Grauman?s Chinese Theater, located in the heart of Hollywood Boulevard, was built by a legendary showman, Sid Grauman. Grauman, along with his business partners Douglas Fairbanks and Mary Pickford, held the grand opening of the theater on May 18, 1927. The theater?s grand opening was also the premiere of the 1927 movie "The King of Kings". Grauman was also responsible for building The Egyptian Theater, just down the street from the Chinese Theater, and also the Million Dollar Theater in Los Angeles. The theater was built on a budget of two million dollars and took eighteen months to finish. Sid Grauman, who always had a flair for the dramatic, envisioned the Chinese Theater to be bigger, better, and more glamorous than his previous two theaters. It was this mindset that prompted Grauman to come up with the most fascinating part of the Chinese Theater: the cement foot-and-hand-prints located out front.
The large, foot-and-hand-print-covered courtyard is visited by over four million tourists from around the world each year. Here, visitors can see the cemented prints of many celebrities, past and present. It is considered a great opportunity to be selected to leave your tradition in stone in front of the theater. The courtyard is nearly full, but there are still a few spots left to be filled by upcoming stars. Some of the most well-known, and most visited, squares of cement include that of Marilyn Monroe, John Wayne, Humphrey Bogart, Adam Sandler, and Jack Nicholson.
Grauman?s Chinese Theater is still one of the highest in demand places to have a movie premiere, and has hosted more movie premieres than any other theater in history. Throughout the years, the theater has hosted premiers such as "The Wizard of Oz", in which 10,000 spectators lined the sidewalks on Hollywood Boulevard. The theater has also been featured in movies as well. It appeared in the musical "Singin? In the Rain", the 90's thriller "Speed", and "Mighty Joe Young" in which the gorilla climbs atop the theater itself. It also made appearances in TV shows like "I Love Lucy" and "The Beverly Hillbillies".
When the theater isn?t booked with premieres, which is the majority of the time, tourists are welcome to tour the inside of the theater, of course for the price of a movie ticket. The inside of the theater is beautifully decorated in Chinese d?cor as well as complex and preserved Chinese artifacts. The auditorium features over 2,200 bright red seats along with plush red carpet. The auditorium section is extremely well-maintained and preserved. Above the majority of the auditorium seats, in place of what would be a balcony, are four sections of private opera boxes, intended for use by visiting celebrities.
Grauman?s Chinese Theater has come a long way since its first movie premiere in 1927. The theater has installed state of the art sound and film projection equipment. But still, the Chinese Theater remains one of the most beloved places in Hollywood.
Sue Foley - Group Travel Coordinator - Adventure Student Travel Educational Tours, Student Travel Group Tours, Group Cruises, Bus Tours
|
|
 |
 |
|
How To Import From China, China Imports, Importing From China
Importing From China : Deciphering China's Foreign Trade Law
Fully Underwritten and Guaranteed Chinese Drywall Testing Protocol Developed by Certified Chinese Drywall Testing, LLC
Certified Chinese Drywall Testing has developed the nation's only fully insurable and underwritten Chinese drywall test. Homeowners looking for a guarantee that their home does not have Chinese drywall should contact Certified Chinese Drywall Testing.
Chinese Drywall Complaint Center Will Assist Homeowners In Tampa, Orlando, Houston, Austin & Montgomery Discover If They Have Knauf Chinese Drywal
If a homeowner lives in a new, or remodeled home, built between 2004, and 2008, in Florida, Texas, Alabama, Louisiana and or Mississippi, & their home has had numerous air conditioning problems, combined with health issues, the Chinese Drywall Complaint Center is encouraging the homeowners to call them, about the possibility of toxic Chinese drywall being the culprit. The new major focus areas are Tampa, Saint Petersburg, Orlando, Port Saint Lucie, or Saint Augustine, Florida, Montgomery, Birmingham, or Mobile, Alabama, Houston, or Austin, Texas, and the New Orleans/Baton Rouge, Louisiana metro areas.The Chinese Drywall Complaint Center says, "either homeowners do not understand the correlation between air conditioning coils turnin ...
Singapore Chinese importers transition into a combination of industry enterprises - Chinese imports, Singapore - Pharmaceutical Industry
2007 years, China's exports to Singapore of Chinese medicine products, in addition to Chinese herbal medicines And Pieces exports grew strongly, the plant extracts, medicinal Health Products The export of processed products such as negative growth. Experts believe that Singapore had some of the simple transformation of Chinese importers have become a combination of industry business, this phenomenon should be concerned about China-related enterprises.
Cheap Flights to Shanghai, the Paris of the Orient!
Visiting Shanghai? Well, you will be glad to know that many airlines offer you cheap flights to Shanghai. The good news is that all leading airlines today offer Shanghai flights at reasonable prices. In other words, right now is the perfect time to visit Shanghai for your business or personal purposes.
Hong Kong Disneyland Shanghai into a global project or alternative minimum (Figure) - Shanghai Disney, Development and Reform Commission - constructio
Item or replace the Hong Kong Disneyland Shanghai into a global minimum National Development and Reform Commission yesterday released the "Shanghai Disneyland project through the approval of" The full text of more than 120 words, says, "in October 2009, by the report to the State Council, I appointed officially approved by the approval of Shanghai Disneyland project . The project company and the United States by the Chinese joint venture construction company. project located in Pudong New Area, Shanghai Chuansha new town, an area of 116 hectares. The construction includes amusement parks, logistics facilities area, utility area and a parking lot. "
Do Not Want To Rival The Big Three To Himself Shanghai Fierce Battle Appliance Chain
Nanqiao Town in Fengxian District, Shanghai Yongle Home Appliances has been the busiest section of sales in 2023, last year, the Paradise is not far away, chattering away and opened a Suning Appliance, a close fight this staged
Astrology Mastery Series - Chinese Astrology 101
Chinese Astrology is one of the oldest forms of astrology It is simple to understand and does not have very complex formats or rules
Expand to China - Exporting to China - Export to China
Many entrepreneurs dream of taking their company public and expanding their venture into an international enterprise that begins to hemorrhage investment capital and profits from the get-go but then reality sets in as one begins to navigate the dingy, shark infested waters of the 'go public' market place.
Exploring Chinese Astrology Compatibility
The Chinese have studied the art and science of astrology for thousands of years They analyze personality traits and character profiles by noting the year, month and hour of the day someone was born
Learn Chinese - Use The Good Aspect
The Chinese language are always being asked by my students if it is easy to understand.For me, applying the right technique in studying the Chinese language would definitely be easy to grasp it in the end just like having watched some tricks in magic.But when you know the secret about it, you will master it in the shortest period.
Agoda Shines in Shanghai during a Total Solar Eclipse
On July 22nd, Shanghai moves to the shadows and becomes one of the best places on the planet to view the longest total solar eclipse of the 21st Century. To assist travelers in experiencing this amazing natural phenomenon, Agoda.com has secured the best-guaranteed prices on hotels in the Shanghai metropolitan area. Travelers should reserve increasingly affordable hotels in Shanghai via Agoda.com, and find the perfect spot to take in one of nature's mystical displays.
Shanghai International Fashion Fair
Shanghai International Fashion Culture Festival Organizing Committee will be launched during next year's Expo will be a new fashion show - Shanghai International Fashion Fair (MODE SHANGHAI 2010) The exhibition is sponsored by Shanghai Textile Technology Service & Exhibition Center, Shanghai
Garment Trade Association, Shanghai Mart contractors, will be 19-21 May 2010 held at Shanghai Mart
Chinese Singles Online at Free Chinese Dating Sites
We have seen many Chinese singles online found their companion at free Chinese dating sites Many single Chinese women have found their husbands on net
The Chinese Drywall Complaint Center Expresses New Concerns About Chinese Drywall & Wants To Talk To Victims Who Had AC Coil Failures In 2004-2006
The Chinese Drywall Complaint Center is the leading national advocacy group in the US attempting to assist homeowners with issues related to toxic Chinese drywall in Florida, Louisiana, Mississippi, Texas, Virginia & Alabama. According to the group, "once again the US Products Safety Commission has dropped the ball, by extending now to November, the public release of information related to exposure to toxic Chinese drywall, and or remediation protocols, so we will try to fill the information void with what we know now." The Chinese Drywall Complaint Center is saying, "we need answers; areas we are focused on are possible electrical, or natural gas leak fires, in homes with CDW, the potential for loss of homeowners insuran ...
|
 |
|
