Hollywood Bowl Teams Up With Another Southland Tradition

The Hollywood Bowl’s annual July 4th Fireworks Spectacular has become a red, white and blue family tradition for Southern Californians.

This year, the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra, led by Principal Conductor John Mauceri, teams up with another Southern California tradition - Disneyland - in celebrating the park’s 50th anniversary. Dazzling fireworks cap the concerts on July 2, 3 and 4 at 7:30 p.m.

Over the past five decades, Disneyland has evolved into a true national treasure, and the three-night concert series features a musical journey that celebrates its heritage and legacy of popular tunes.

Mauceri leads the orchestra with special guests Richard M. Sherman (composer of popular Disneyland attraction musical scores, including Walt Disney’s “Enchanted Tiki Room” and “It’s a Small World”), actor Fess Parker (“Davy Crockett,” “King of the Wild Frontier”), the Dapper Dans of Main Street, USA at Disneyland and the Beu Sisters.

The show highlights music from many beloved Disneyland Resort attractions and adventures including memorable songs and themes from “Pirates of the Caribbean,” “Haunted Mansion,” “It’s a Small World,” “Indiana Jones” and “Adventure and Great Moments With Mr. Lincoln,” among others.

Also featured is a medley of music from Disney film-based attractions from around the world such as “Soarin’ Over California,” performed with clips shown on the Bowl’s big screens.

“Walt Disney knew that there could be no magic without music, and he made sure that music was present in everything he produced,” said Mauceri. “When it came to the three dimensional world of the theme parks, music greeted his guests even before they entered the magic world he had envisioned. Walt Disney knew that music brings people - all people - together.

“We’re thrilled to share our 50th anniversary celebration with John Mauceri and the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra,” said Matt Ouimet, president of the Disneyland Resort. “Music has been an enormous part of the Disneyland Resort experience. Throughout the past 50 years, guests from around the world have created countless memories in our parks.”

Performances for the July 2 and 3 shows are sold out. July 4 tickets are available. To purchase tickets, call the Hollywood Bowl at 323-850-2000. The Hollywood Bowl is at 2301 N. Highland Ave. in Hollywood.