Dodgers Reveal New Renderings of Stadium Improvements for Fans

Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 19 February 27, 2020 Dodgers reveal new renderings of stadium improvements for fans

On Feb. 13, the Los Angeles Dodgers revealed an updated video simulation and renderings of the Dodger Stadium improvements as the club continues to enhance the fan experience at Major League Baseball’s third-oldest ballpark with modern and fan-friendly amenities. The project will create a new “front door” to Dodger Stadium, with two acres of food and enter- tainment offerings in the new Centerfield Plaza and renovated photo by George Pimentel pavilions, and also improve ball- Actress Uma Thurman presented a Lifetime Achievement Award to park circulation through the addi- rendering courtesy of the Los Angeles Dodgers Prince Albert II of Monaco at a star-studded ceremony on Feb. 6. tion of elevators, escalators and Updated renderings of Dodger Stadium show plans for two rows of

bridges – all without changing the “home-run seats” to be added to the front of the outfield pavilions. look and feel of one of the most picturesque stadiums in sports. Further details on the project will The Legends of Dodger Baseball bullpens. Prince of Monaco honored in be announced as Opening Day will have a permanent home inside Fans will now be able to enter approaches, including food and the Centerfield Plaza. These leg- through any stadium gate (regard- beverage concepts and interactive ends’ plaques will join other dis- less of seat location) and have easy Beverly Hills for conservation experiences. plays honoring the Dodgers’ rich access to the entire stadium. The updated renderings also history, including the relocated Additionally, new bridges will link Prince Albert II of Monaco knowledge and intelligence are the include a Centerfield Bar that will Jackie Robinson statue and a Sandy the pavilions to the main seating received a Lifetime Achievement most valuable assets we have.” replace the tarp that stood above Koufax statue, which will be bowl with easy access to all levels. Award for his dedication to global “This event is so important to me centerfield. The new structure will unveiled during the season. While the goal remains to com- conservation at the Hollywood for because I have three sons and I’m offer a viewing deck with a game In addition, two rows of “home- plete all renovations by Opening the Global Ocean Gala on Feb. 6 at looking out for their future,” Stone perspective previously only run seats” have been added to the Day, March 26, some elements will a private estate in Beverly Hills. added. “I have the opportunity to enjoyed by way of television cam- front of both outfield pavilions. be unveiled and added during the Hosted by founder and philan- engage people to be part of this eras. The centerfield improvements These seats will be barstool style first few homestands. The renovat- thropist Milutin Gatsby, the cere- effort and create a team who will will house many new spaces that with drink rails and will include in- ed pavilions and Centerfield Plaza mony feted Prince Albert II for his continue to work together and care enhance the fan experience, includ- seat food and beverage service. will not be accessible during the efforts in conservation. Special about this as a group.” ing shaded areas where fans can Underneath the outfield pavilions, Freeway Series, March 23-24, so guests also honored his work, The award acknowledged the watch the game while enjoying the Dodgers have created bars that finishing touches can be completed. including actress Sharon Stone, Prince of Monaco’s commitment to food and beverages, large screens will be accessible to all fans. Each Dodger Stadium is located at who presented the “Grand Earth the planet, its biodiversity and frag- for game viewing, interactive enter- will be uniquely themed and have 1000 Vin Scully Ave. For informa- Pledge,” and artists Chris Isaak and ile ecosystem. Through his founda- tainment and several kids areas. an eye-level view into the adjacent tion, visit dodgers.com. Macy Gray, who performed musi- tion, launched in 2006 and dedicat- cal sets. Actress Michelle ed to sustainable development Rodriguez also helped present worldwide, more than 575 projects exclusive items for an auction con- have been supported around the ducted by Simon de Pury. world. Notable achievements “I am deeply honored to be pre- include protecting the bluefin tuna Jewish Community Foundation of Los sented with this Lifetime species, encouraging the effective Achievement Award and be wel- development of marine protected comed at this outstanding event,” areas and fighting plastic pollution Angeles welcomes Klein as vice president Prince Albert II said. “This deter- in the Mediterranean Sea. mination to take action and the For information, visit The Jewish Community Schotland, president and ambition to change the world with fpa2.org/home.html. Foundation of Los Angeles has CEO of the Jewish welcomed Lori Klein as vice presi- Community Foundation dent of its Center for Designed of Los Angeles. “Lori’s Philanthropy. background and leader- The foundation, with more than ship skills will be a sig- $1 billion in assets, is the largest nificant asset to our grant- manager of charitable assets and making initiatives. Her planned-giving solutions for local thoughtful approach to Jewish philanthropists. strategic philanthropy will help our family of donors better achieve “[Klein’s] their charitable goals and thoughtful approach make meaningful invest- to strategic ments in the community.” Klein will manage all philanthropy will grantmaking programs, help our family of help donors establish donors better meaningful charitable legacies and maximize achieve their the impact of their giving. charitable goals and Klein will also lead the make meaningful center’s family philan- investments in the thropy planning activi- ties, engaging multiple community.” generations in giving that

reflects their values. photo courtesy of the Jewish Community Foundation - Marvin I. Schotland, Klein joins the founda- of Los Angeles president and CEO of the tion from Students 4 Lori Klein will oversee the Jewish Community Jewish Community Students, where she Foundation of Los Angeles’ grantmaking pro- Foundation of Los Angeles served as executive direc- grams. tor. She was also formerly associate chief program “We are pleased to welcome Lori officer and senior vice Established in 1954, the Jewish Klein to the center and as a member president of the Caring for Jews in Community Foundation of Los of our senior management team. Need initiative at the Jewish Angeles manages charitable assets She brings extensive experience in Federation of Greater Los Angeles, of more than $1 billion entrusted to strategic planning, program devel- and associate director of the it by over 1,300 families. Over the opment and management, grant- Zelikow School of Jewish past 15 years, it has distributed making, volunteer management, Nonprofit Management at Hebrew more than $1 billion to thousands mentoring and organizational and Union College-Jewish Institute of of nonprofits. For information, visit board development,” said Marvin I. Religion. jewishfoundationla.org.