El Capitan Theatre
4.7$$· ModerateExperience Disney movie magic in a historic 1926 Hollywood cinema.
Located on Hollywood Boulevard, the historic El Capitan Theatre is Disney's legendary movie palace originally built in 1926. Visitors can catch Disney film screenings paired with pre-show Wurlitzer pipe organ performances and themed costume or prop exhibits. The restored venue offers a classic early-20th-century cinema experience right along the Walk of Fame.
History
Opened in 1926, El Capitan Theatre began as a live stage theater. It was converted into a cinema in the 1940s. The theater underwent a major restoration in the 1980s to bring back its original opulence, spearheaded by The Walt Disney Company and Pacific Theatres.
Expert notes
- Check for special movie events or screenings which might include exclusive appearances or souvenirs.
- Consider booking VIP tickets for the best seating and complimentary concessions.
Features
- 3D Capabilities
- Behind-the-scenes Tours
- Classic Theater Organ
- Concessions
- Concession Stand
- Dolby Atmos Sound Systems
- Organ Performances
- Restored Historic Interior
- Restored Interior
- Special Events Hosting
- State-of-the-art Projection
- State-of-the-Art Technology
- VIP Experience
- VIP Seating Options
Special occasion reservations
- Private events can be reserved by contacting the theater's event booking department via phone or email.
- Be sure to reserve well in advance, as the theater is a popular venue for events.
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