Built in 1927 as an 'atmospheric theater' which seated 2,500 people. The theater has since been divided and still operates today as a movie theater. The lobby has been restored to its original decor. - sys, 12/26/1999
REM played here on their 'Life's Rich Pageant' tour. 3 songs into it I was thrown out for taking pictures. After some quick appeals to the manager, I was let back in, only missing 1/2 of a song. On one picture I have direct eye-contact with the bouncer who booted me! funny - bea lone, 01/02/2004
The Oriental theater is a beautiful theater. From the domes on the fasade to the mosaic tiles in the rest rooms. The original layout was very grand with faux buddas that have eyes that are lit when the lights are down and elephant heads holding the ceiling up. The fi ... Click here for more - David, 12/06/2003
