Bama Theatre, Historic movie theater in downtown Tuscaloosa, United States.
The Bama Theatre features geometric forms and sleek lines reflecting the Streamline Moderne architectural design of the 1930s entertainment venues.
The Public Works Administration funded the construction of Bama Theatre in 1937, with its official opening ceremony taking place on April 12, 1938.
The Arts Council manages this National Register of Historic Places venue, presenting films, concerts, exhibitions, and performances throughout the calendar year.
The theater welcomes rental applications from non-profit organizations and community groups for productions and entertainment events in downtown Tuscaloosa.
The interior design incorporates specialized lighting systems that create patterns across the ceiling during evening performances.
Location: Tuscaloosa
Inception: 1937
Architects: David Whilldin
Official opening: April 12, 1938
Architectural style: Streamline Moderne
Address: 600 Greensboro Avenue, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
Website: https://bamatheatre.org
GPS coordinates: 33.20849,-87.56813
Latest update: March 15, 2025 20:51
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