 While the atmosphere inside the El Monte Legion Stadium was becoming more tolerant of interracial dancing and dating, the city of Los Angeles as a whole did not share the same feelings.An attendee of Art Laboe’s shows at the Legion Stadium recalls that during this point in time interracial dating was unacceptable in her neighborhood.In a city that is divided by topography, neighborhoods, and class, Art Laboe was able to unite the teenagers of the greater Los Angeles area, regardless of race or class in one location.