Out West Arts: Performance at the end of the world

Did you get your exclusive offer from the Hollywood Bowl in the mail yet? I got mine today:

"As a 5 or More Concert Series patron, we invite you to take advantage of a unique opportunity at the Hollywood Bowl – Donor Valet Parking. Through this exclusive program, you can enjoy a designated, non-stacked valet parking space for each concert in your 5 or more series.

Donor Valet Parking spaces are in very high demand, but a limited number of spaces has become available for the upcoming 2011 season. This benefit is exclusively for L.A. Phil donors who contribute $2,000 or more. Donations are required per series, per space and are renewed annually.

We offer three levels of valet parking: Platinum, Gold and Bronze. Platinum level parking donors have the added benefit of using a dedicated express exit lane."

I understand L.A.’s car culture and all. And I recognize that stacked parking at the Bowl can be arduous. But a $400 (at a minimum) per show donation for valet parking? Am I missing something?

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