E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial

Watching E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial with a live orchestra is absolutely fantastic. The music and the movie blended seamlessly as we even forgot at times that there was a live orchestra playing. There's nothing better than spending a warm, summer evening under the stars at the Hollywood Bowl watching a Hollywood classic. This was a fun event for all ages. We shuttled in from Lakewood and were shuttled back out. Great event. Would recommend to anyone.

Sitting in an audience under the stars with California Trees serving as a backdrop with the Santa Monica mountains under moonlight was the perfect setting for E.T. at the Hollywood Bowl. Beautifully accompanied by the strings and brass of the LA. Philharmonic, the audience was in for a treat as they relived the magic of the movie that broke box office records and filled the evening with laughter, charm and tearful goodbyes.

We had fun! So special to watch E.T. With live music. The orchestra had a super nice touch on this event. The screen too little, is like watching on your iPad:)) but I did not mind. Was a great experience to have the crowed cheer at the scenes that are so much loved by all of us in this movie. The sound was excellent and was so floweless that you could not tell that the orchestra was there but a happy feeling to see them performing exquisitely. I would go agian. Did not give 5 star because it was not wow like other shows I have seen. But all my support and applause!

E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial classic movie by Steven Spielberg was a can't miss for me. The Hollywood Bowl is always such a great setting for John Williams concerts and movie viewings. This one for E.T. was no different. The weather was great, the views were great. Traffic getting out wasn't too bad this time. Had some overly rowdy fans in my section expecting some encore songs, hooting and hollering for nothing. The film and dialogue were a little out of sync but not too bad. Overall, I had a good time as always at the Hollywood Bowl.

Awesome! First time my kids had seen the movie classic, and it was very special being at the Hollywood Bowl with other enthusiastic families and our amazing LA Phil! Do wish there wasn't an intermission though.

Amazing all around. Only criticism is the Bowl should invest in a LARGER main screen for next year.

A timeless, classic, beloved film, with it's iconic score brilliantly played by the L.A. Philharmonic, on a lovely L.A. summer evening, with a dear friend, at the legendary Hollywood Bowl! This is the BEST way to see a movie ever!

Absolutely a Magical Night at THE BOWL!! My best friend and I have attended The John Williams summer movie score concert for the last 5 years as a tradition. We were sad to see that Mr. Williams was not returning this summer. BUT, we were overjoyed to find that our friend David Newman was conducting that magnificent ET score along with the screening of the movie. It sort of felt like Mr. Williams was giving David his blessing and passing the baton! I hope that is the case as David is a fabulous conductor, the music was spot on perfect and we were amazed at his ability to sync the music to the movie. There was a perfect balance between music and movie dialogue. I had to keep reminding myself I was hearing the music LIVE! I have known David since HS when he conducted his first orchestra when he was still a teenager. A summer stock musical. He was amazing then, and still is! What a night! Hope he's back next year!

We had an amazing time. The music with the movie was fantastic. A must see for all ages.

The long and short of it is that watching E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial on the big screen with the LAPhill playing the score was nothing short of In Friggin Credible! I laughed I cried and Cheered and the lady sitting next to me even opened a bag of Reese's Pieces to share with everyone when Elliot was using them to lure ET into his house on the big screen. I believe we gave the conductor and the LAPhil about 5 to 7 Standing Ovations.. we the audience refused to let them leave the stage we were all so swept with excitement gratitude and emotion. Just incredible. I will be there when they play it again in 25 years. John Williams is a Genius!! Bravo!!

I purchased the tickets for John Williams conducting the orchestra to ET. The disappointment set in very quickly when we saw the signs that he would at the bowl via pre-recorded greeting. Perhaps next time it should be clearer that he will not be present at the event. I otherwise would not have purchased tickets and felt this event was not marketed correctly. I attend the bowl every year for his concert and this year was less than acceptable.

E,T. was fantastic on the big screen. The LA Phil was amazing and we had great seats. The picnic basket was really bad. It was $89 through Ticketmaster and not worth it. ALL the food was ICE COLD. The salad was dirty-yes full of dirt. The rolls and bread were stale, it was a disappointment. Luckily we had a bottle of wine to help us not care. I always wanted to try the baskets there, now I know.

Watching the movie 33 years later with LA Orchestra playing the music was amazing. I'd recommend anytime to anyone. It was a lifetime event for sure!

This could not have been a more enjoyable evening. The orchestra was absolutely fabulous.

The evening was for the most part enjoyable!! The orchestra and movie were fabulous. The only drawback was kids and parents who acted like they were at home watching TV where talking all the time is part of their experience. Too many miss the "Refrain from talking during the performance" request repeated over and over again on the large screens

Et with full live orchestration was wonderful. The LAPlilharmonic was great and the production was memorable. On Friday the john Williams intro was taped but I liked his insights to the honesty of the children's performances.

My Grandson and I had a wonderful time. E.T. is a 'timeless' movie. My Grandson is a young adult now, and he enjoyed it as much as when he was a kid, and so did I! I was really sorry my Granddaughter could not get off work in time and had to miss it; however that did give us extra space to share.

This was my first time to the Hollywood Bowl and I was thoroughly impressed. I went with my family for a last minute night out and fell in love with every aspect of the experience!!!

Great idea for an event! Hope there will be more like it in the future.

The movie was great of course. And the orchestra incredibly talented. But there was no extra aspect to make it an interesting evening other than the taped intro by John Williams. I'd rather have seen the movie again in IMAX at the Arclight.

From the moment we walked in the door we were greeted with friendly staff! Eager to assist and encouraged us to look around the facility as we waited for the movie to start. It truly is a spectacular venue and the movie was great!

I loved seeing it in the Alabama Theatre. The organ playing was a huge plus.

Bringing my 7 year old daughter to see ET for the first time at the Palace was a great experience!

Was great to see this classic movie one more time on the big screen

E.T. at the Hollywood Bowl was truly a fun filled experience! Going into it, I did not know what to expect as this was only my second ever trip to the Hollywood Bowl. To my surprise, not only was the music set performed by the Orchestra, but the movie was shown. It was all the fun of an outdoor movie viewing paired with live sound. The movie featured an intermission which gave you time to get up, stretch and get refreshments as needed. However, it would have been nice to know how long the intermission was going to be. Also, arrive early to give yourself ample time to find parking and get to your seats. The seats we chose were not bad at all, you always win at the Hollywood Bowl with seats. And don't forget to bring your own snacks! Overall fun, I would do it again!

So incredible to re-watch a classic from my childhood with my family in such a glorious setting, outdoors, with a LIVE ORCHESTRA playing the unforgettable score. The orchestra was so good that you sometimes had to remind yourself it was live. The moment when ET and the young boy bike across the moon in the night sky, with the score playing... It was a moment that moved everyone. Literally the whole audience roared with delight. Wonderful wonderful experience.

This was by far my favorite Hollywood Bowl experience. I loved watching the movie with the Phil playing FLAWLESSLY along. A great time for an ET lover.

It was amazing watching this movie again, after all these years. And enjoying it to a live performance by the L.A. Philharmonic catapulted this event out of this world! I would love to see more movies played with a live musical accompaniment.

This event was great! I brought my wife here for her birthday and we had an excellent time. I thought the mix of the orchestra to the film was perfect. The only thing I would have changed would be having the movie on the main screen and the orchestra on the other screens. The orchestra was phenomenal but we couldn't see them well.

Great time, great atmosphere. Not a bad seat in the house. thoroughly enjoyed the picnic and drinks. The bowl is always a class above.

Any evening at the Bowl is a delight. The crowd was well behaved. Even the Star Wars nerds who showed up with light sabers. These programs at the Bowl of popular films with live orchestration are proving to be a real treat. Hoping they offer Lawrence of Arabia next season.

Was absolutely wonderful! Took 2 teenage boys, and they loved it! Watching/listening to the L.A. Philharmonic play to E.T. was very exciting. I really liked all the big screens around the bowl, plus the sound system was awesome. It's incredible how the orchestra can play the music EXACTLY how it's in the movie.

Magical. The best way to see such a classic film! We would see it every year! Please do more of these!

The whole experience was great. Have the orchestra play along with the movie, took this all time classic to the next level.

We would recommend seeing E.T. on the big screen if the HB decides to do it next Summer. It's a very fun and enjoyable event. However, the HB needs to have a minimum age requirement of 8-9 years of age; the occasional crying child was a little disruptive at times.

The voices from the actors on the screen were out of sync with their lips! This was a total distraction to what otherwise would have been a magical evening, instead I spent a ton of money to watch a train wreck.

I loved it, it was great. If you can experience it, don't hesitate, it is worth it.

The orchestra was amazing, definitely something to do with your friends and kids! It was awesome watching the expression on kids faces watching ET for the first time! Cannot wait for the next movie

Seeing E.T. with a live orchestra was incredible! The Hollywood Bowl was the perfect location for this incredible event. Being outside, underneath the stars was the best way to watch the film. Hearing a live orchestra play such an incredible soundtrack was the best part of the night. While I love the movie, I mostly there to listen to the music. The Hollywood Bowl has always been a fantastic place for entertainment. I cannot wait to visit again!

Watching E.T. at the Hollywood Bowl was fantastic!! The LA Phil Harmonic Orchestra playing the score was just phenomenal.

ET live-orchestrated at the Hollywood Bowl was an incredibly experience!

A great event for the whole family. My 10 year old daughter along with a colllage buddy and his daughter had a wonderful time watching the big screens and listening to John Williams magical score.

Best show at the bowl! I am a huge fan of John Williams, so being able to see E.T. with the live orchestra playing the score was a once in a lifetime event. I hope they continue to play his music at the bowl each year whether it be through a live orchestration of one of his films or a John Williams tribute concert. So good!!!

Watching ET for the first time in around 25 years with my3 young boys was unforgettable. Perfect weather + hollywood bowl + great movie and score + live orchestra = a winner. I can't wait for the next movie

Outdoors, cool, movie, food, and live music! What more could you ask for in life!

We use events like these to introduce our children to classical style music and performances. The love arriving early, picnicking, playing card games and ultimately the performance itself.

Loved watching E.T. at the Hollywood Bowl with my 9 year old son. It was my sons first time watching the movie and he enjoyed it as much if not more then me. We took the park and ride shuttle which is 5 minutes from our house so we avoided all that crazy traffic before and after the show.

David Newman conducting the LA Phil live to E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial was simply amazing. If this ever comes back to the bowl, I will definitely go again and bring friends and family as well!

you can't go wrong with Spielberg and Williams......and ET is the best of both!

omg This was a wonderful night. The music was simply outstanding. Combining that with a movie millions have enjoyed?...that's real magic! Great job Bowl! I'll be right there next year!!

The sound was horrendous with the disturbing Echo and Newman took five bows so what a profound indulgent egomaniac considering the band made a few errors and the score was not as written by John Williams. A number of stupendous errors were heard shame on you! This is ET which is the only reason it got two stars.

The venue, Movie, Music and overall evening were spectacular! Loved every moment of it!

As if watching E.T. isn't good enough, being in the bowl with hundreds of people all silently watching while munching popcorn AND listening to a live orchestra play the music is one of the most beautiful experiences I've ever had. It was a magical evening.