How long has the Fox Theater in Atlanta been open?
Fox Theatre (Atlanta)
| Opened | 1929 |
| Tenants | |
|---|---|
| Broadway Across America | |
| Website | |
| www.foxtheatre.org |
When was the Fox Theater in Atlanta built?
The design for the Fox was chosen from a group of six competing Atlanta architectural firms; the design submitted by the firm of Marye, Alger and Vinour was selected. The building was constructed in less than three years, from 1927 to 1929.
How did the Fox theatre get its name?
The Fox was built in 1929 by movie pioneer William Fox as a showcase for the films of the Fox Film Corporation and elaborate stage shows. It was one of a group of five spectacular Fox Theatres built by Fox in the late 1920s. (The others were the Fox Theatres in Brooklyn, Atlanta, Detroit, and San Francisco.)
How old is the Fox Theater in Atlanta?
93Fox Theatre / Age (c. 1929)
Who saved the Fox Theater?
Phone company Southern Bell was eyeing the property for its new skyscraper. But Atlantans mobilized, creating the Save The Fox campaign and ended up raising $3 million to preserve the treasured theater. In 1976, the Fox was designated a National Historic Landmark.
What are the best seats at the Fox Atlanta?
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How many seats are in the Fox Theatre Atlanta?
The health and well-being of audiences, touring productions, staff and all venue personnel remains top priority. For more information about Tootsie at the Fox Theatre, visit foxtheatre.org or call (855) 285-8499.
Is there a Fox Theatre in Atlanta?
The historic Fox Theatre is one of Atlanta’s premiere venues for live entertainment. The Fox’s 4,678 seat theatre is booked more than 300 performances a year ranging from Broadway to rock to comedy to movies.
Where is the Fox Box Office in Atlanta?
855-285-8499