State Theatre

State Theatre is a performance venue in Falls Church with seating for approximately 850 people spread across main floor and balcony levels. The layout provides multiple sightline options depending on where you choose to sit for each show.

The building opened as a cinema in 1936 with an early air cooling system installed from the start. A major renovation took place in 1999 that transformed it from a traditional movie house into the multipurpose venue it is today.

The venue hosts a rotating calendar of tribute bands, comedy shows, and live music that draw crowds from the surrounding area. You can find performances ranging from rock cover acts to stand-up comedians sharing the same stage throughout the year.

The venue sits on North Washington Street and is walkable from the nearby Metro station for easy access without a car. Arriving early helps you choose good seating and gives you time to browse the lobby before the show begins.

When the theater was built in 1936, built-in air conditioning was a technical rarity that few East Coast venues possessed at that time. This early cooling system made it stand out as an unusually comfortable place to watch entertainment.

Location: Falls Church

Capacity: 850

Address: 220 N. Washington Street, Falls Church, VA 22046

Website: http://thestatetheater.com

GPS coordinates: 38.88290,-77.16960

Latest update: December 12, 2025 14:27