Downtown Los Angeles venues such as The Reserve, The Majestic Downtown, and The Orpheum Theatre are offering full property buyouts for corporate galas and private holiday events this December, according to venue descriptions. These historic locations provide distinct architectural settings, ranging from subterranean bank vaults to Gilded Age ballrooms and century-old Broadway stages, serving planners seeking alternatives to conventional hotel ballrooms.
Subterranean Holiday Events at The Reserve
Located at 650 South Spring Street, The Reserve occupies the original vault of the Hellman Commercial Trust and Savings Bank built in 1924. Guests enter past a multi-ton steel vault door into a subterranean, Prohibition-era atmosphere featuring preserved safety deposit boxes and exposed brickwork. According to the venue’s website, “The modern-day Reserve continues the tradition of excellence and sophistication by giving old-school elegance a new-school flair.” The space accommodates up to 700 guests across its sprawling footprint and features six distinct rooms, state-of-the-art audiovisual capabilities, customizable LED lighting, and multiple fully stocked bars.
Gilded Age Galas at The Majestic Downtown
Situated on the upper levels of the same 1924 financial landmark at 650 South Spring Street, The Majestic Downtown spans 30,000 square feet and features 30-foot hand-painted Italian ceilings, towering marble columns, and massive arched windows overlooking the city skyline. Original brass teller fixtures and detailed stonework reflect the building’s banking history. The venue accommodates up to 3,000 guests for standing receptions or large-scale seated banquets. Its open floor plan and soaring ceilings allow event designers to construct customized winter environments complete with suspended winter chandeliers, 20-foot Christmas trees, and aerial lighting rigs.
Broadway Glamour at The Orpheum Theatre
Opening in 1926 at 842 S. Broadway, The Orpheum Theatre features a marble foyer, sweeping staircases, plush drapery, and crystal chandeliers as it enters its centennial year. The auditorium contains intricate plasterwork, side boxes, and the last remaining operational Mighty Wurlitzer pipe organ on Broadway. According to the venue’s website, the theatre features a 24-speaker Dolby Surround Sound system, a stage measuring 30 feet deep by 50 feet wide with full rigging and an 8-foot extension, and access to more than 1,200 parking spaces within one block. Holiday buyout options accommodate just under 2,000 guests in the main auditorium or up to 270 guests in the Orpheum Club lounge.
Did You Know? The Orpheum Theatre houses the last remaining operational Mighty Wurlitzer pipe organ on Broadway, which provides an active musical element for events hosted on its historic stage.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guest capacity at The Reserve?
The Reserve accommodates up to 700 guests across its six distinct subterranean rooms.
What architectural features characterize The Majestic Downtown?
The 30,000-square-foot space features 30-foot hand-painted Italian ceilings, towering marble columns, massive arched windows, original brass teller fixtures, and detailed stonework.
What audio and stage specifications are available at The Orpheum Theatre?
The venue features a 24-speaker Dolby Surround Sound system, a stage measuring 30 feet deep by 50 feet wide with full rigging and an 8-foot extension, and the last operational Mighty Wurlitzer pipe organ on Broadway.
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