Woodlawn Theatre, Art deco theater in Historic Deco District, San Antonio, United States
Woodlawn Theatre is an Art Deco building in the Historic Deco District with 1,257 seats, designed by John Eberson to feel like an outdoor space indoors. The building features multiple rooms, including the Deco Ballroom for private events and a black box theater for intimate performances.
The building opened on August 17, 1945, with the premiere of National Velvet and shaped the city's cultural life from the start. In 1960, it hosted the world premiere of The Alamo, which solidified its role as a major venue in San Antonio's history.
The theater shows films and live performances that reflect the diverse artistic expression of San Antonio's community. Visitors can regularly see productions that bring local and national artists to the stage.
The venue sits in the Historic Deco District and is easy to spot thanks to its distinctive Art Deco exterior details. It helps to check ahead for upcoming events, as the schedule switches between film screenings, theater productions, and private events.
Inside the complex are local vendors like Dulce Suenos Coffee serving Mexican sweet bread and Black Potion where visitors can play tabletop games. These shops turn a visit into more than just a night at the theater and create a space where people gather before or after a show.
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