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Stanford Theatre, Art deco movie theater on University Avenue in Palo Alto, US

The Stanford Theatre features a grand Wurlitzer organ that rises from the orchestra pit before and after the evening screenings at 7:30.

The Packard Foundation acquired the Stanford Theatre in 1987 and completed an extensive restoration project to return the building to its 1925 condition.

The Stanford Theatre Foundation maintains a regular schedule of classic films from the Golden Age of Hollywood, projected in their original 35mm format.

Visitors can obtain current movie schedules and ticket information by calling the theater directly at 650-324-3700 or checking the official website.

The Stanford Theatre drew larger audiences for the 50th anniversary screening of Casablanca in 1992 than any other cinema in the United States.

Location: Palo Alto

Inception: June 9, 1925

Architects: Weeks and Day

Address: 221 University Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94301

Website: http://stanfordtheatre.com

GPS coordinates: 37.44521,-122.16267

Latest update: March 15, 2025 20:51

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