The Roxy Theatre

In 1973, Lou Adler and Elmer Valentine, with help from original partners, David Geffen, Elliot Roberts, and Peter Asher, opened the now world-famous music venue. Their dream to open a state-of-the-art venue where artists of all musical genres felt at home became a reality on September 20, 1973. The grand opening was celebrated by a 3-night performance by Neil Young. The first year featured headliners such as Cheech and Chong, Jerry Lewis, The Temptations, and Frank Zappa. In the past 40 years, The Roxy has been a launching platform for aspiring artists and a home for those well-established in the industry.

In September of 2023, The Roxy celebrated its 50th birthday with 2 nights of Neil Young, performing the same night to the date he opened the venue, a special performance by Wallows and a tribute from Stephen Marley to his father, Bob Marley’s, ‘Live at the Roxy’ album.