Olympia Theater at Gusman Center

The Olympia Theater is a theater located in Miami, Florida. Designed by John Eberson in his famed atmospheric style, the theater opened in 1926. Throughout its history, the venue has served as a movie theater, concert venue, and performing arts center. In 1984, it received historical designation by the NRHP. The Olympia Theater and its sister venue, the Tampa Theatre, are the only remaining atmospheric theaters in Florida.

The Olympia Theater at Gusman Center for the Performing Arts is located on the southwest corner of Downtown Miami’s busiest intersection at Flagler Street and 2nd Avenue—the original site of the “Airdome Theatre.” It was built in 1925 by Paramount Enterprises at a cost of $1.5 million.

John Eberson was selected by Paramount as the architect. Eberson departed from the usual theater-style building and created the first of many “atmospheric” theaters with turrets and towers in the Spanish style. It was the most beautiful and elaborately equipped theater of its time and is believed to be the first air-conditioned theater in the South. It has maintained its reputation as an acoustically perfect theater and remains the love of many Miamians.

Google rating: 4.8/5
Phone: +1 305-960-4686
Address: 174 E Flagler St, Miami, FL 33131, United States
Tickets: start at $17
Website: http://www.olympiaarts.miami/olympia-theater.html