Numerous venues have hosted the annual Academy Awards since the first ceremony was held in Hollywood in May 1929. For the past 20 years, the event has been held at the Dolby Theater on Hollywood ...

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The 2002 event also marks the first time the Academy Awards were held in Hollywood since 1960 ... However, where the Dolby Theatre lacks in seating, it makes up for in stage size.