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About the Theatre
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Courtesy of Cumberland County Historical Society, Carlisle, PA |
The
Carlisle Theatre, originally called The Comerford, opened its doors
in May of 1939. It was by far the grandest of three movie “palaces”
all within a block of one another and was the first centrally air
conditioned building in Carlisle.
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During its early years, the Theatre offered daily continuous shows from 2:30 until 11:30 P.M. The matinee price for adults was 25 cents and the evening price 40 cents. The Theatre flourished through the 1960's, acting as the “hub” of a vibrant downtown. With the advent of cineplexes, the Theatre entered a state of decline in the 1970's, eventually closing in 1986. |
Courtesy of Cumberland County Historical Society, Carlisle, PA |
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In response to a desire to see the
Theatre reopened as an anchor to a changing and revitalized
downtown, a group of citizens formed the Carlisle Regional
Performing Arts Center, Inc. in 1990. A fundraising effort was
launched and the Theatre was purchased in 1991. After thousands of
hours donated by a skilled volunteer workforce, the Theatre was
restored to its 1930's Art Deco brilliance and reopened in 1993. |
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© Joan Navin Photography |
Now used for films, performing arts, and community events, the Carlisle Theatre is one of the principal forces behind the revitalization of downtown Carlisle.
© John Jones
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Carlisle Theatre ◊ 40 West High Street ◊ Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013 (717) 258-0666 ◊ Email: boxoffice@carlisletheatre.org
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