Futurist Theatre, Theatre on Foreshore Road in Scarborough, England
The Futurist Theatre was a large entertainment venue on Foreshore Road in Scarborough, built in 1921 to accommodate audiences for theatre and film. The interior provided seating for over 2,000 people across different levels with private boxes and balcony areas.
The theatre opened in 1921 as a cinema and variety venue, designed by architect Frank A. Tugwell with distinctive white glazed tile cladding. It served the town as an entertainment destination throughout the 20th century.
The venue drew major performers to Scarborough over many decades, making it a gathering place for the community's entertainment needs. The stage served as the cultural heart of the town during its operating years.
The building was located on Foreshore Road with clear visibility from the nearby beachfront. Visitors should be aware that the layout spread across multiple levels, requiring some navigation through the interior spaces.
The original organ featured 45 stops and produced a rich sound for variety performances on stage. In 1954, a large CinemaScope screen was installed that transformed how films were shown to audiences.
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