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Emerson Cutler Majestic Theatre

Boston, Massachusetts

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Originally opened in 1903 as the 'Majestic Theatre,' it was one of the first Boston theaters designed specifically for vaudeville and later transitioned into a movie palace in the 1920s. Source

The Majestic Theatre was nearly demolished in the 1980s but was saved and restored by Emerson College, reopening in 2003 as the Emerson Cutler Majestic Theatre. Source

The theatre features a Beaux-Arts facade with intricate plasterwork and a lavish interior, showcasing a blend of French and Italian Renaissance styles. Source

The Emerson Cutler Majestic Theatre can accommodate 1,186 guests, making it one of the larger historic theatres in Boston. Source

Emerson College owns and operates the theatre, using it as a venue for both college and professional performances. Source

The Majestic Theatre was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1974, recognizing its architectural and cultural significance. Source

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