Friday, March 21, 2014

Your Guide to Corsicana's Palace Theatre

The Palace Theatre is one of Corsicana's jewels. It not only sports beautiful architecture, but a lively entertainment history, and fantastic acts today, too.

Opening as a live vaudeville theatre in 1921, the Palace Theatre attracted numerous nationally-known acts to entertain the oil-rich citizens of Corsicana and surrounding communities. During the 1930's, the live-act theatre transitioned to a movie theatre, to satisfy the interest in that growing entertainment form. In the 1990's, a group of concerned citizens saved the theatre from demolition and initiated a complete renovation, opening it's doors again as a live-act venue.

Now, the Palace Theatre schedules an annual performance series, featuring famous personalities performing their craft through plays or musical concerts. There is something for everyone, from jazz to country music legends to dramatic and comedic plays. Attending a show there gives the opportunity to step back in time, to the class and vivaciousness of the roaring 20's. A night out at The Palace Theatre is a fun alternative to the typical date night.

The property is also available to rent for special events, be it concerts, business meetings, weddings, movie showings, private parties, or seminars. As a unique special events venue, the Palace Theatre could easily generate interest in your event, and is perfect for small groups, or those up to 500. They can even create specialized tickets for your event and provide staff to run the marquis-lit box office, adding that extra level of authenticity. Also, with the modern updates during the restoration, came a state of the art audio visual upgrade. Attending a show at the Palace Theatre is a treat for the senses.

Sometimes, things just come together. The Palace Theatre is a good mix of fun entertainment, in a beautifully restored historic building, outfitted with all of the modern amenities.


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