Quick Facts and Important Details about the Orpheum Theatre in Phoenix

Originally used for Vaudeville acts, the Orpheum Theatre is small with a capacity of 1364 seats. Its construction of between 1927 and 1929 costs $750,000, designed by architect Lescher & Mahoney. Its overall style is Spanish Baroque. It was purchased in 1940s by Paramount Pictures chain and renamed the Paramount. It was further sold to Netherlander in 1960 then to the City of Phoenix in 1984 that did a $14 million restoration and reopened in 1997. It is currently home to Phoenix Metropolitan Opera.

The Revolution of Orpheum Theatre

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The Orpheum Theater is located at 203 West Adams Street, Phoenix AZ 85003. From the 7th Avenue, you need to go south towards Adams Street then turn left. Take the Adams east to the First Avenue, and then turn right. There is a general phone number to the theater, which you can use to get more direction guide or get your questions answered. The phone number is 602-534-5600.

Directions to Orpheum Theater

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The theater is currently the only theater in Phoenix designated historic in the entire Valley. In the year 1988, the Phoenix City Citizens Bond election authorized a total of $7 million for this theaters restoration. This amount was backed by Phoenix Civic Plaza Building Corporation, which offered additional funding. The theater was incorporated a non-profit organization in the year 1989 so as to raise private sector funds geared at supplementing public funding for a complete restoration. It was reopened after restoration on January 28, 1997.

Orpheum Facts

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The Orpheum Theatre in Phoenix tickets are listed in line with the corresponding events. They can be bought from Orpheum Theatre affiliates, Ticketmasters or the box office. Moreover, other organizations make the sales but their prices are higher. Tickets can be bought over the internet through a secure channel.

Tickets to Orpheum Theatre

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