Columbia Theater
82 W. State Street,
Sharon,
PA
16146
82 W. State Street,
Sharon,
PA
16146
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Columbia Theater (Official)
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Previously operated by: Warner Bros. Circuit Management Corp.
Architects: Arland W. Johnson
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The Columbia Theater was opened on November 29, 1922, with 1,732 seats. A local group the Vocal Hall of Fame Foundation has purchased the theatre and is renovating/restoring it to be a performing arts venue, despite difficulty obtaining grants.
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A great old theater that’s sorely missed. Unfortunately, I only had the privilege of going there once—for “Mandingo” in May 1975.
The Vocal Group Hall of Fame Foundation has a web site with pages about the history of the Columbia Theatre and about the restoration work (“The Museum” link) that is still underway.
The direct link to their theatre page is here: http://www.vocalgroup.org/theatre.htm It looks like renovations are continuing despite some fundraising challenges; the main auditorium theatre dome has been replastered.
Great to read that the auditorium dome has been replastered. Hope to read more positive updates!
The dome is exactly like the restored dome in the Hollywood Theatre/Gowanda NY.
Three January 29, 1981 fire photos added courtesy Rich Grimm. “Hanger 18” was on the marquee.
Is this theatre finally restored and reopened? Thought Sharon PA resident,Tony .. of The Letterman was launching the effort.
April 21, 1926 flyer added courtesy Brian Reiser‎. Management Columbia Amusement Co., Erie, Pa. Resident Manager: J.C. Fisher
Any updated information would be greatly appreciated. Is the Vocal Hall of Fame Foundation and Tony Butala still involved? Today I reached out to him via FB.
They are still interested in restoring the theatre, but their website says nothing will happen unless they can get some grants for it.