# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Phantom of the Backlots Secret Studio Tour
- **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 28 Apr, 2026 at 07:00 pm (-07:00)
- **Event Description**: General Membership Meeting and Program
“Phantom of the Backlots Secret Studio Tour”

Multipurpose Room, Veterans Memorial Building,
Tuesday, April 28th at 7PM

Donnie Norden aka “Phantom of the Backlots” is a longtime resident of Culver City and author of a popular series of books which chronicles his real-life experiences on the studio backlots. His admiration for the backlots influenced his long career working for the studios, including over 30 years at Universal. 
Donnie spent years secretly exploring movie studio backlots.  In the 1970s the studio walls, fences and gates were no barrier to an explorer lured by the wonder of the magic factories. His adventures led to his 30-year career in the film business, authoring several books and a website with fascinating stories of his adventures; and now culminates is this live program filled with awesome true stories guaranteed to amaze you. 
Come join us for this free program and relive a chapter in Culver City’s rich film history as Donnie shares his unique adventures, pictures and memorabilia from the MGM backlot during the 1970’s.

Let’s go through “A Hole in the Fence.” Shall we?

This event is free to the public.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/culver-city/phantom-of-the-backlots-secret-studio-tour/200029982867615
- **Event Categories**: entertainment, trips-adventures, meetups, art, literary-art
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 32

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Culver City
- **state**: CA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 4117 Overland Ave, Culver City, CA
- **lat**: 34.012
- **long**: -118.4024
- **full address**: 4117 Overland Ave, Culver City, CA, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Phantom of the Backlots Secret Studio Tour being held?
  - **A:** Phantom of the Backlots Secret Studio Tour takes place on Tue, 28 Apr, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Tue, 28 Apr, 2026 at 07:00 pm at 4117 Overland Ave, Culver City, CA, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Phantom of the Backlots Secret Studio Tour?
  - **A:** Phantom of the Backlots Secret Studio Tour is organized by Culver City Historical Society.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Phantom of the Backlots Secret Studio Tour is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Culver City, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Phantom of the Backlots Secret Studio Tour sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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