Seattle Theaters Guide
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5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle
Seattle's
premier musical theater showplace, The 5th Avenue Theatre, opened in 1926 as a
venue for vaudeville. The theatre's Chinese-inspired design represented a
significant diversion from the prevailing French, Spanish and Italian-inspired
influences of the period. Under the precise supervision of architect Robert C.
Reamer, the interior was modeled after three of ancient Imperial China's most
stunning architectural achievements: the Forbidden City, the Temple of Heavenly
Peace and the Summer Palace. The 5th Avenue Theatre hosts concerts, lectures,
films, and special events. Location: 1308 5th
Avenue. Seattle, WA, 98101. Call 206-625-1418 for more info and theater
schedule.
Seattle Paramount Theatre
Seattle's
Paramount Theatre is the first theater in the country to offer a fully automated
convertible floor system. This state of the art convertible floor system
transforms the beautiful auditorium space into a magnificent ballroom. Special
event planners now have the option of a traditional theater or an elegant
ballroom setting. Location: 911 Pine Street. Seattle, WA 98101. Call
206.467.5510 for more information and theater schedule.
Seattle Repertory Theatre
One
of America's premiere non-profit resident theaters, Seattle Repertory Theatre
has achieved international renown for its consistently high production and
artistic standards, and was awarded the 1990 Tony Award for Outstanding Regional
Theatre. With an emphasis on plays of true dramatic and literary worth, Seattle
Rep produces a season of plays on two stages along with educational programs and
new play workshops. Location: 155 Mercer Street. Seattle, WA 98109. Call
206-443-2222 for more information.