L.A.’s Greek Theatre just logged its busiest month in over a decade

In August, the Greek Theatre hosted more concerts than Staples Center, the Forum, Nokia Theatre and Hollywood Palladium -- combined.

With more than 20 shows during the last full month of summer, it was the theater’s busiest month in more than a decade and a far cry from the nine shows the venue hosted in August of last year.

Chicago, Michael McDonald, Sara Bareilles, John Legend, Counting Crows and Panic! at the Disco were among the performers that helped propel the hillside venue to a new record. Here’s a breakdown of the Greek’s busy August.

1 couple got engaged, with the question being popped at Sara Bareilles’ concert.

7 shows completely sold out, including Chicago & REO Speedwagon, ZZ Top & Jeff Beck, Counting Crows and John Legend.

16 artists were returning to the Greek stage.

21 total shows played at the venue, including a two-night stint from Jack Johnson.

61 tour buses carried bands and performers.

72 hours of concerts played.

4,300 orders of chicken tenders and french fries consumed.

5,521 hours of labor logged by stagehands.

6,200 hot dogs and chili dogs from Pinks served.

21,669 hours of work put in by the Greek’s part-time staff.

31,067 cars parked.

102,720 fans attended shows.

$300,000 worth of merchandise purchased.

1,017,985 tweets mentioning shows in August logged.

$5 million in revenue generated.

Sources: Greek Theatre estimates

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