History :
A Jewl amid the concrete lofts of moder civilization, the newly renovated Mayan reopened in February 1990 in downtown Los Angeles. Built in 1927 by leading Los Angeles architect stiles clements and designed by Mexican artist Francisco Cornejo as a spectacular Mayan revival theater, it opened with George Gershwins' musical 'Oh Kay'. It is one of only eight buildings built in pre Colombian style with hand-carved, richly painted walls, a spectacular Sun Calendar and Chandelier.
The Mayan boasts a proud heritage as well as facilities unlike any available on the west coast it is a historical landmark that has been upgraded to include a refinished hardwood stage and dance floor, extensive intelligent lighting, and state of the art sound equipment it is a multi-faceted gem that brings back to Downtown Los Angeles a social and cultural centerpiece where artists, observers, celebrants and urban dwellers can congregate in a rich and stimulating environment.
