Attucks Theatre, Entertainment venue in Church Street, Norfolk, United States.
The Attucks Theatre features architectural elements from the early twentieth century, with detailed interior design and a prominent stage for performances.
Built in 1919 by African American entrepreneurs and designed by architect Harvey Johnson, the theatre served as a central entertainment location until 1953.
The venue hosted performances by Duke Ellington, Cab Calloway, Ella Fitzgerald, and Louis Armstrong during the early and mid-twentieth century.
The theatre sits at the intersection of Church Street and Virginia Beach Boulevard, near Harbor Park and Norfolk Scope entertainment facilities.
The National Academy of Television Arts awarded an Emmy to a documentary about this theatre, titled The Historic Attucks Theater: Apollo of the South.
Location: Norfolk
Inception: 1919
Official opening: 1919
Part of: Hampton Roads Music Venues
Address: 1010 Church Street, Norfolk, VA 23501
Website: http://attuckstheatre.org
GPS coordinates: 36.85640,-76.27920
Latest update: March 15, 2025 20:51
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