Everyman Palace Theatre, Victorian theatre in MacCurtain Street, Cork, Ireland.
Everyman Palace Theatre is a theatre with Victorian architecture located on MacCurtain Street in central Cork. The venue holds 650 seats, features a stage approximately 28 feet (8.5 meters) wide, and contains four decorated boxes integrated into the historic interior.
The building opened in 1897 as Dan Lowrey's Palace of Varieties and operated as a cinema starting in 1930 for nearly 60 years. It returned to hosting live performances in the late 1980s and became the theatre it is today.
The theatre serves as a stage for Irish playwrights and regularly presents their works to audiences. Visitors experience a living connection to the local arts community, particularly during the Guinness Jazz Festival held in October.
The theatre is located near Cork city center and easy to find, though wheelchair accessibility is limited throughout the building. Visitors with mobility needs should check available entrances in advance before planning a visit.
The theatre's ushering staff consists entirely of community volunteers who assist with operations during performances. This distinctive arrangement gives the venue a strong sense of local involvement and personal touch that sets it apart.
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