Joy Theater, Art deco theater and music venue on Canal Street, New Orleans, United States.
The Joy Theater operates as a 1,200-capacity entertainment venue with three permanent bars and a multi-tiered balcony offering clear sight lines for performances.
The theater first opened its doors in 1947 as a movie house, marking a period of economic growth in post-war America along Canal Street.
The establishment presents diverse entertainment forms including theatrical shows, concerts, comedy performances, and occasional movie screenings throughout the year.
The venue features advanced audio equipment, flexible floor plans, and multiple viewing areas to accommodate various types of performances and gatherings.
Winter Circle Productions, a subsidiary of AEG Presents, manages this restored theater that maintains its original neon marquee from 1947.
Location: New Orleans
Inception: 1947
Official opening: 1947
Address: 1200 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA 70112
Website: http://thejoytheater.com
GPS coordinates: 29.95640,-90.07400
Latest update: March 15, 2025 20:51
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