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Majestic Theatre
Dallas, TX
Photo courtesy Richard Weiss

Dallas is home to the Majestic Theatre located in the downtown area. The Majestic Theatre opened in 1921 and hosted a variety of acts during the Vaudeville era then moved into talking pictures. Well known names have graced the stage and the screen, names such as Mae West, Bob Hope, Jimmy Stewart, and John Wayne. After closing in 1973, the Majestic was restored and reopened on January 28, 1983 as a center for the performing arts. More info can be found on the Majestic Theatre website. 02-07

 

 

Bass Hall
Fort Worth, TX
Photo courtesy Richard Weiss

At first glance, the Bass Performance Hall in Fort Worth, TX looks like an old historic performing arts theatre from the 1900's. The hall actually opened in May 1998 and is adorned with two 48 foot tall angels. More info can be found at the Bass Hall website. 02-07

 

 

 

 

Majestic Metro Theatre
Houston, TX
Photo courtesy Richard Weiss

Built in 1926, the Majestic Metro was formerly called the Ritz Theatre. This theatre was renovated in 1991 and is now a banquet hall. More info can be found at this site. 02-07

 

Granada Theatre
Plainview, TX
Photo courtesy Richard Weiss

The Granada Theatre in Plainview, Texas stands tall wondering where all the customers have gone. The Granada opened for business in 1929 and was well known for the stars and constellations displayed on the ceiling. In the late 1970's, the theatre was split into two screens, then closed in 1997. More info can be found in this January 2007 article from the Plainview Daily Herald. 02-07

 

Texas Theatre
Shamrock, TX
Photo courtesy Richard Weiss

Check out the Texas Theatre located along Main Street in the Route 66 town of Shamrock. 03-07

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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