Whiteside Theatre, Renaissance Revival movie theater in downtown Corvallis, Oregon
Description
Whiteside Theatre is a movie house in downtown Corvallis with Renaissance Revival style architecture. The building features elaborate ornamental details including decorative moldings, intricate ceiling work, and classical design elements throughout its interior.
History
The theater was built in 1922 and suffered a major fire in 1927, then reopened in 1928 following extensive repairs and new projection equipment installation. The modernizations after the fire helped establish it as a key venue in local entertainment development.
Culture
The theater functions as a community gathering place where people come for films, concerts, and local performances throughout the year. Residents rely on it as a social hub for shared entertainment experiences.
Practical
The theater sits in a central location that is easy to find and access. Modern projection systems operate reliably while the historic architecture of the space is well maintained.
Did you know?
The theater presented Corvallis with its first talking motion picture in December 1928 using advanced Vitaphone technology. This event marked a turning point in how the city experienced entertainment.
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