Walnut Street Theatre, Neoclassical theatre in Washington Square West, Philadelphia, United States.
The Walnut Street Theatre features a grand Greek revival facade and contains 1,054 seats across multiple levels for theatrical performances.
Founded in 1808 as The New Circus, this brick structure became the first American theatre to install gas footlights in 1837.
The theatre presents a diverse program of musicals, plays, and educational activities that contribute to Philadelphia's performing arts landscape.
Located at 825 Walnut Street, the theatre provides accessibility accommodations and operates a box office for advance ticket purchases.
The presidential debate between Gerald Ford and Jimmy Carter took place at this theatre on September 23, 1976.
Location: Philadelphia
Inception: 1808
Architects: William Strickland
Official opening: 1809
Architectural style: Neoclassical architecture
Capacity: 1054
Website: https://walnutstreettheatre.org
GPS coordinates: 39.94821,-75.15540
Latest update: May 26, 2025 05:36
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