Night on Broadway

Local artist Ron King works on a painting during downtown Los Angeles’ Night on Broadway event, marking the seventh anniversary of the “Bringing Back Broadway” campaign that aims to revitalize the downtown thoroughfare over 10 years.  (Scott Harrison / Los Angeles Times)

Lights and music greet guests at the entrance to International House of Music store on Broadway. Angelenos were invited to catch free shows in downtown’s historic theaters and enjoy pop-up shops, live music and a car show.  (Scott Harrison / Los Angeles Times)

The Total Bluesers play on stage at the Palace Theatre in downtown L.A.  (Scott Harrison / Los Angeles Times)

Friends take photos in the entrance to Broadway’s Premo shop during the “Night on Broadway” event.  (Scott Harrison / Los Angeles Times)

Lynne Litchfield “freestyle dances” during the event, which was expected to draw at least 5,000 people.  (Scott Harrison / Los Angeles Times)

A guest takes a picture in the lobby of the Million Dollar Theatre in downtown L.A. The ceiling is actually a reflection in a mirror.  (Scott Harrison / Los Angeles Times)