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Nighttime

on the·Mountain

Magic Mountain brings a whole new world
of after-dark fun and entertainment -
for ·young adults in a wholesome atmosphere
Gifts from around the world are featured in dozens of charming gift shops on the
Mountain.
When the sun goes down, Magic automatic lighting system is among as a congenial spot for singles to A second dance pavilion in the
Mountain ·lights up with a galaxy of the most modern around. And the meet other singles, but the wel_come Victorian section of the park is some-
prim-e after-dark activities for fami- sound system features 15-channel sign is also out for couples _and what smaller with 2000 sq ft of
lies, teenagers and dating singles. mixing and top quality speakers for youngsters from eight to 80. The sunken dance floor ·for up to 200
Throughout the park, stage produc- excellent reproduction no matter motif is modern and the music draws couples. Here the music is softer
tions, dance bands, street perform- where a person sits." its inspiration mainly from the Top and smoother, supplied by musical
ers, cartoon characters, light dis- 40. The sunken 3000-sq-ft· dance groups with three to five members,
plays, thrilling ·rides, good food and Three Dance Pavilions floor easily accommodates - 300 also on a raised stag_e.
countless other attractions keep the Visitors who wish to do some swinging couples who want to rock The pavilion in the patio of the
place jumping right up to midnight. dancing, singing and cuUing up of - and roll and stomp the night away Four Winds steak house is the most
"Magic Mountain after dark is their own can choose from three to the sounds of sbme of the finest intimate. The 1000-sq-ft dance floor
the liveliest entertainment center in . distinctive dance pavilions and a established and rising new band , accommodates up to 100 couples,
the territory," says Bob 'Minick, wide variety of' live band music_ to musician~ around. The el.evated and the music is by sophisticated
director of operations. "There is please every taste. stage provides an excellent view of trios.
more going on here than anywh.ere. Tne largest pavilion, located the artists. Musical groups in this "All three dance pavilions are
else you can name." adjacent to the arcade area, is pavilion ra.nge from five to 15 surrounded by observation areas
Larry Sands, president of Larry especially attractive to teenagers members. with tables and chairs and nearby
Sands Productions, is in charge of
planning, organizing and direpting
all Magic Mountain entertainment.
The events he has lined up for the ·
evening hours are truly special. And .
that's_ one more reason why Magic
Mountain, itself, is so special.

Top Talent
For example, seven nights a
week througho~t the summer, a
cavalcade of top name performers
will sing, dance, entertain and cut
up in the 3400-seat 7•Up/Oixi Cola
Showcase Theatre. T~e roster of
stars will read like a Who's Who
of show business with names like
Roger Miller, Bobbie Gentry, Milton
.Berle, Mel Torme and a host of
others;
_ "There are two·shows a night, and
performers and ac~s are changed
every week, so.there is always some-
thing new and exciting going on,"
Sands explains.
The Showcase Theatre is some-
thing of a star in its own right. The
proscenium (production area) of the
stage is 40 ft wide, 35 ft deep and
18 ft high. This compares favorably
with the Ahmanson Theatre of the
Music Center and most other fine
theaters.
The Grand Carousel is the pride and joy of Magic Mountain. It traces its heritage back to 1912. It's a resplendent combination of
"The technical equipment is also Italian and Renaissance carving blended with touches of turn-of-the-century Americana. It was resto"red for its new adventures
first rate," Sands says. "The preset at Magic Mountain at a cost of $300,000.