Plaza Theatre

The Plaza Theatre is a performing arts venue in El Paso with Spanish Colonial Revival architecture and ornate interior details. The main auditorium holds approximately 2,050 seats and is distinguished by decorative elements throughout the building.

The building opened in 1930 and was later listed in the National Register of Historic Places. The designation recognizes its architectural and cultural contributions to the community.

The theater presents concerts, theatrical productions, and film screenings throughout the year with both local and international performers. These events reflect the artistic interests of the city and draw visitors from across the region.

The venue is located in downtown El Paso and provides 975 underground parking spaces for guests. The building contains multiple performance spaces, including a smaller theater and a rooftop garden area.

The ceiling of the main auditorium recreates a June night sky of the Southwest region with detailed starfield effects. The building houses a rare operational Mighty Wurlitzer organ with 1,071 pipes that visitors can hear during performances.

Location: El Paso

Location: El Paso County

Inception: 1930

Official opening: September 12, 1930

Architectural style: Spanish Colonial Revival architecture, Colonial Revival architecture

Address: 125 Pioneer Plaza

Website: http://plazatheater.stantonstreetgroup.com

GPS coordinates: 31.75861,-106.48933

Latest update: December 8, 2025 20:02