Kalita Humphreys Theater

Kalita Humphreys Theater is a theater building in Turtle Creek designed with a circular stage at its center and a rotating platform mechanism. The seating arrangement consists of eleven rows accommodating roughly 497 spectators positioned around the performance area.

The building was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright in 1955, building upon a concept from 1915, and was completed in late 1959 following Wright's death. The delayed construction reflected the architect's evolving vision over several decades before realization.

The theater serves as a hub for Dallas's performing arts scene, hosting diverse productions that reflect contemporary and classical works. Visitors can experience how the space brings communities together through live theater and artistic expression.

The venue is located on Turtle Creek Boulevard with free parking available at William B. Dean Park nearby. Access is convenient from the Blackburn Street intersection, making it straightforward to find and park before attending a show.

The rotating stage mechanism is a technical feature that allows the theater to transform how performances unfold in unexpected ways. The absence of a traditional proscenium arch creates a more direct relationship between audience and performers.

Location: Dallas

Inception: December 27, 1959

Architects: Frank Lloyd Wright

Official opening: December 27, 1959

Capacity: 497

GPS coordinates: 32.81080,-96.80070

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:57