Tivoli Theatre

Tivoli Theatre is a performance venue in downtown Chattanooga featuring Beaux-Arts architecture with a classical facade and interior design from the early 1900s. The main hall showcases grand chandeliers, elaborately painted ceiling details, and symmetrical wall treatments that reflect its origins as a movie palace.

The theater was designed in 1921 by architect R. H. Hunt as a cinema for the growing film industry. Over time it evolved into a multipurpose venue for opera, concerts, and theatrical productions.

The name references a historical amusement park, reflecting early 20th-century admiration for European sophistication and grandeur. Its ornate interiors create a sense of occasion that audiences experience when attending live performances.

The venue sits downtown with convenient parking nearby and restaurants within walking distance of the entrance. Nearby hotels make it easy to plan an evening out with dining and lodging options close by.

The original decoration details date from the silent film era and have been carefully preserved while modern sound and lighting systems were added. This blend of old and new allows contemporary performances to happen within a century-old setting.

Location: Chattanooga

Architects: R. H. Hunt

Architectural style: Beaux-Arts

Address: 709 Broad Street, Chattanooga, TN 37402

GPS coordinates: 35.04778,-85.31028

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:58