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STAPLES Center is home to four professional sports franchises - the NBA's Los Angeles Lakers and Los Angeles Clippers, the NHL's Los Angeles Kings and the WNBA's Los Angeles Sparks - and has established itself as a world-class arena and the Sports and Entertainment Center of the World. Under AEG’s management, STAPLES Center has hosted high-profile events of national and international distinction including The GRAMMY Awards, Democratic National Convention, and ESPN X-Games. STAPLES Center has also welcomed such major touring acts as U2, Paul McCartney, The Eagles, Prince, Justin Timberlake, Cirque du Soleil, and many more.
NOKIA Theatre L.A. LIVE provides a mid-sized venue for live performances and special events to complement the arena. The 235,00 square foot, 7,100-seat venue hosts more than 125 music, family, dance and comedy acts, award shows, televised productions and short running Broadway theater events annually. Most notably, the theatre is the proud host of the American Idol Finale, American Music Awards, the ESPYs and the EMMYs.
NOKIA Plaza has over 20,000 square feet of LED signage including six 75 foot towers and a 22’ x 40’ display. The plaza space has been designed with flexibility as well as state-of-the-art “plug-and-play” technology to accommodate broadcast events, large celebrations, festivals, outdoor concerts and other live programming.
Club NOKIA is home to more intimate live performances at L.A. LIVE. Accommodating over 2,300 guests, Club NOKIA is the perfect venue for emerging music acts and cultural shows, while also providing excellent space for corporate events and private parties.
The GRAMMY Museum features four floors of exhibits exploring the creative process, the art and technology of the recording process, and the enduring legacy of all forms of recorded music. One-of-a-kind artifacts, films, and interactive experiences join together with exciting design, compelling interpretation, and plenty of music to create an amazing and immersive Museum experience.
Regal Cinemas L.A. LIVE includes 140,000 square feet of state-of-the-art cinema with 14 auditoriums, including 6 RealD 3D screens and 3,705 seats. The 800 seat Premiere Cinema is one of the largest stadium auditoriums in the United States. It features a 70 ft giant screen that makes for an incredible movie experience. With close proximity to the convention center and the headquarters hotel meeting and ballroom spaces, Regal Cinemas L.A. LIVE is often utilized during the dayfor corporate presentations and break out space.
Step into ESPN Zone L.A. LIVE and you've entered a world where sport is king! ESPN Zone boasts a tasty menu featuring generous portions of expertly prepared American grill food, an arena of interactive games and attractions and an unparalleled sports viewing experience. When you think ESPN Zone, think ESPN - 3D, because why should the SportsCenter anchors have all the fun!
The ability to close 11th Street/Chick Hearn Court during non-peak hours is another major amenity serving L.A. LIVE as it connects STAPLES Center and provides a pedestrian-friendly campus and excellent logistics for red carpet arrivals at any of the venues.