Majestic Theatre, Historic theater in downtown San Antonio, United States
The Majestic Theatre is a movie theater and performance venue in downtown San Antonio with elaborately designed interior spaces. The 2,264 seats are arranged throughout the auditorium, which features copper lanterns, ceiling murals, and detailed plasterwork.
The theater opened in 1929 and was later added to the national register of historic places and recognized as a Texas historic landmark. These designations honor the building as an important part of the city's architectural and cultural heritage.
The venue regularly hosts Broadway productions, concerts, and theatrical performances that serve as a gathering place for shared cultural experiences in San Antonio. These shows shape the local arts scene and bring together diverse audiences throughout the year.
The building offers wheelchair accessibility, hearing assistance devices, and several concession stands for refreshments during events. Its downtown location makes arrival straightforward, with parking options nearby.
The auditorium ceiling features a special system that projects moving clouds and twinkling stars across a dark blue sky. This detail creates the impression of an evening sky and makes each performance a distinctive visual experience.
Location: San Antonio
Inception: June 14, 1929
Architects: John Eberson
Official opening: June 14, 1929
Architectural style: skyscraper
Capacity: 2264
Address: 212 E. Houston Street
Website: https://majesticempire.com
GPS coordinates: 29.42635,-98.49062
Latest update: December 6, 2025 16:02
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