Red Carpet Countdown to the 76th Academy Awards Kicks Off at Hollywood & Highland
As the world prepares to witness the grand spectacle of the 76th Academy Awards, the Hollywood & Highland Entertainment Complex is revving up the excitement with the grand opening of the "And the Oscar Goes To ... " exhibit. Featuring the actual statuettes to be awarded at this year's ceremony, the limited-time display will be on public display from February 20th to 27th. This exclusive exhibit, produced by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, promises to be a unique experience for visitors, offering insights into the nominees and scheduled appearances by pop artist Burton Morris, creator of the 2004 official Oscar poster.
Key Takeaways:
- The "And the Oscar Goes To ..." exhibit, produced by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, features the actual statuettes to be awarded at the 76th Academy Awards.
- The exhibit will be on public display from February 20th to 27th at the Hollywood & Highland Entertainment Complex, from 10AM to 10PM daily.
- The display includes information on this year's nominees and scheduled appearances by pop artist Burton Morris, creator of the 2004 official Oscar poster.
- The official 76th edition Oscar poster will be available for purchase within the exhibit space, as well as last season's 75th commemorative poster.
- Hollywood & Highland has become the epicenter of entertainment, dining, and nightlife, featuring nightclubs, specialty shops, restaurants, and the renowned Kodak Theatre.
- The complex has been a popular movie location, featured in blockbuster films such as "Charlie's Angels: Full Throttle," "The Italian Job," and "Hollywood Homicide."
- Hollywood & Highland is owned by Chicago-based Trizec Properties, Inc., a real estate investment trust (REIT).
Statistics:
- Over 120,000 people have visited the Hollywood & Highland complex since its opening in November 2001.
- The complex features over 60 specialty shops and seven of LA's finest restaurants.
- The Mann Chinese Complex features six movie screens, and the Renaissance Hollywood Hotel offers a spectacular Grand Ballroom catered exclusively by celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck.
- The "And the Oscar Goes To ..." exhibit will be open daily from 10AM to 10PM, attracting thousands of visitors from February 20th to 27th.
Sources:
- PR Newswire, "Hollywood & Highland to Feature Public Display of Oscars for 76th Academy Awards" (February 20, 2004)
- Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences