Great Star Theater, Historical theater in Chinatown, San Francisco, United States
The Great Star Theater at 636 Jackson Street features 500 seats within its preserved structure, maintaining original architectural elements from its construction period.
Built in 1925 as a competitor to the Mandarin Theater, this establishment emerged as a central entertainment venue for Chinese-American residents in San Francisco.
The theater stands as the last remaining Chinese performance space in any Chinatown across the United States, continuing its tradition of diverse performances.
Visitors can contact the management through email at management@GreatStarTheater.org or by phone at (415) 735-4159 for event information and rentals.
Bruce Lee started his film career at this venue in 1941, appearing in the Cantonese-language film 'Golden Gate Girl' while his father performed on stage.
Location: San Francisco
Address: 636 Jackson Street, San Francisco, CA 94133
Website: http://greatstarsf.com
GPS coordinates: 37.79613,-122.40589
Latest update: March 15, 2025 20:51
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