A modern, independent woman comes up against an extreme, aggressive form of masculinity. The keyboardist, saxophonist and trombonist pay tribute to Miles Davis' and John Coltrane's 75th birthdays. Now, when you push open one of the heavy glass doors, you enter the atmosphere of the golden age of entertainment. At the far end of the lobby, a grand staircase leads to the balcony tier. The ceiling over the orchestra seems three-stories high.
Private boxes line each wall.
Plush Portuguese draperies hang on the walls, partly obscuring raised gold-painted patterns. Rows of velvet seats embroidered with red and gold brocade sit upon a carpet of matching colors. It's hard to believe most of the renovation money went toward technical improvements such as a new electrical and rigging system and unblocking a stage left exit route for performers. In this classy environment, you would expect only the fine arts to dominate the stage. Warner's management group rents out the space, creating eclectic fare.