Tampa Theatre, Historic movie theater in Downtown Tampa, United States.
The Tampa Theatre is a 1926 movie palace featuring Mediterranean Revival architecture, ornate plasterwork, chandeliers, and a grand pipe organ. The interior seats approximately 1,250 people and offers both digital and traditional film projection capabilities.
Renowned architect John Eberson designed this movie palace in 1926, envisioning it as a Mediterranean courtyard fantasy. Community efforts to save the building led to its listing on the National Register of Historic Places in 1978.
The theater draws locals and visitors year-round with classic films, independent productions, and live performances that reflect the city's commitment to supporting artists and filmmakers.
The theater is located on Franklin Street in downtown Tampa and is easily accessible by local transit. Visitors should arrive early to fully appreciate the interior's architectural details before the show begins.
The interior mimics an open Mediterranean courtyard with statuary, flower arrangements, and gargoyles, while the ceiling displays an artificial night sky with twinkling lights. This illusion makes every visit feel like stepping into another place and time.
Location: Tampa
Architects: John Eberson
Architectural style: Mediterranean Revival architecture
Capacity: 1252
Address: 711 Franklin Street, Tampa, FL 33672
Website: https://tampatheatre.org
GPS coordinates: 27.95000,-82.45889
Latest update: December 8, 2025 13:41
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