Landmark #887 | Los Angeles County | Visited: April 22, 2011 | Plaque? YES! 🙂 |
What is it? | The State Theatre of California! |
What makes it historical? | THE GUIDE SAYS: Founded in 1917 by Gilmor Brown, the Pasadena Playhouse was designed by architect Elmer Grey and the cornerstone laid May 31, 1924. In 1928 the College of Theatre Arts was incorporated with the Pasadena Playhouse Association as a non-profit institution. In 1937, the Playhouse received the honorary title ‘State Theatre of California’ from the California Legislature.
OTHER TIDBITS: That pretty well sums it up! |
How can I Help the Helpers? | HERE’S HOW:
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Where is this place? | LISTED DIRECTIONS: 39 El Molino Ave Pasadena, CA 91101 ANNOTATIONS: From Los Angeles: ~11mi (18km) — 0.2hrs |
When should I go? | Check the Playhouse Box Office for show times! |