The Yucca Theater - Midland, TX
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linkys
N 31° 59.918 W 102° 04.605
13R E 776174 N 3544019
The exotic exterior of this restored 1920's theater is a real head turner in downtown Midland.
Waymark Code: WMAGJ3
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 01/13/2011
Views: 5
Built by an oilman and former Montana Senator T.S. Hogan, it was designed by architect Wyatt C. Hedrick to compliment the Petroleum Building next door. Constructed in 1927 and opened in 1929, it seated some 1600 patrons, and was used for both live vaudeville and cinema presentations.
Its exterior architectural has been described as Assyrian, Egyptian, Moorish, but regardless of which it might mirror the most, it is definitely flamboyant.
Closed in 1976, it has been restored and is now used as a venue for live performances in the summer. It is located at 208 North Colorado Street, and a visit to downtown Midland should include a stop to view this very interesting theater.
Year Theater Opened: 1929
Number of Screen(s): 1
Web site: [Web Link]
Ticket Price (local currency): Not Listed
Matinee Price (local currency): Not Listed
Concessions Available: Not Listed
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Visit Instructions:
Must take a photo of the theater.
Please try to include yourself or gps in the picture.
Tell of your experience at the theater, if it is still a theater. If it is no longer a theater tell of an experience from the past at the theater, if this can be done.
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