The fight to reopen the Cinerama Dome

April 17, 2025 10:07 PM PT

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The Cinerama Dome opened in 1963 and closed in March 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. For the past five years, the historic landmark has sat boarded-up and vacant. The theater is owned by the Decurion Corporation, who has not confirmed any plans or timelines for the building. However, some dedicated fans of the theater have launched a campaign for the theater to reopen, including circulating a petition and organizing a pop-up rally.

Video by Rebecca Castillo

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Rebecca Castillo

Rebecca Castillo is a video creator and special projects lead for Los Angeles Times’ High School Insider and other Public Affairs programs. A Southern California native, she is an alumna of Swarthmore College and USC.