Lensic BW
by Jemmy Archer
Title
Lensic BW
Artist
Jemmy Archer
Medium
Photograph - Photograph
Description
Built in 1931, The Lensic is more than a theater to the people of Santa Fe. For most of the 20th century, the venue was a place for a first kiss in the balcony, a grand silver screen in the midst of the Depression, a vaudeville venue where the community could see the singers, actors, dancers and comedians of the day. It was a place where magic happened.
The theater was in danger of becoming an empty house of more than 800 seats when in 1999 a vision for a world-class performing arts center was birthed. It was time for a new chapter in the venerated theaters life.
Thanks to a group of dedicated individuals who saw the potential for the venue and the future benefit for Santa Fe, the renovation and refurbishing of the old theater began in 2000 with gifts from individuals, local businesses, the city and foundations.
In April 2001, the Lensic Theater once again opened its doors to the people of Santa Fe as a nonprofit: The Lensic Performing Arts Center, a place where magic still happens, more than 200 nights a year.
Information courtesy of lensic.org
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April 29th, 2014
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