State Theatre, Historic theater in Kalamazoo, United States.
The State Theatre is a movie house and performance venue with Spanish courtyard design, decorated with ornate terra-cotta details and buff-colored brick. Inside, multiple levels hold around 1,590 seats beneath a dark blue ceiling.
Construction was completed in 1927 by architect John Eberson, who designed it to evoke the feeling of being outdoors. This followed the trend of atmospheric theaters, which were popular entertainment destinations during that era.
The theater served as a gathering place where the community came to enjoy entertainment together. Today this role is visible in how different people gather here to watch music, films, and theatrical performances.
The venue is accessible through multiple entrances and levels, making it easy to find a good seat. Visitors should arrive early, especially for popular shows, as performances can sell out quickly.
The ceiling design with moving clouds and twinkling stars is operated by an original mechanical system that still works today. This rare functioning effect is one of the special features that visitors often overlook.
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