Avalon Hollywood

Avalon Hollywood
The building in 2007
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Former namesThe Hollywood Playhouse, The WPA Federal Theater, El Capitan Theatre, The Jerry Lewis Theatre, The Hollywood Palace, The Palace
Address1735 N. Vine Street
LocationHollywood, California, U.S.
Coordinates34°06′10″N 118°19′37″W / 34.1027°N 118.3270°W / 34.1027; -118.3270
OwnerHollywood Entertainment Partners
TypeConcert hall, nightclub, afterhours, lounge, restaurant, bar
Genre(s)Big band, rock and roll, pop, electronic dance
Seating typeStanding room only, dance floor
Capacity1,250
Construction
OpenedJanuary 24, 1927
Renovated2007–2008
Website
avalonhollywood.com
DesignatedApril 4, 1985[1]
Part ofHollywood Boulevard Commercial and Entertainment National Historic District
Reference no.85000704

Avalon (or Avalon Hollywood) is a historic nightclub in Hollywood, California, located near the intersection of Hollywood and Vine, at 1735 N. Vine Street. It has previously been known as The Hollywood Playhouse, The WPA Federal Theatre, El Capitan Theatre, The Jerry Lewis Theatre, The Hollywood Palace and The Palace. It has a capacity of 1,500, and is located across the street from the Capitol Records Building.

  1. ^ "National Register of Historic Places Registration Form – Hollywood Boulevard Commercial and Entertainment District". United States Department of the Interior – National Park Service. April 4, 1985.