Chad Smith

CEO of the Los Angeles Philharmonic

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Hollywood Bowl shows in May and June will be socially distanced, then in July, capacity will likely expand to 67% of the venue’s 17,500 seats, says LA Phil CEO Chad Smith.

Hollywood Bowl is back this summer. LA Phil CEO shares what to expect

Hollywood Bowl shows in May and June will be socially distanced, then in July, capacity will likely expand to 67% of the venue’s 17,500 seats, says LA Phil CEO Chad Smith.

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