History of Carolina Theatre
Date and Time
Tuesday Sep 30, 2014
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM EDT
September 30, 2014 6:30 pm
Location
Matthews Woman?s Club, 208 South Trade Street, Downtown Matthews.
Fees/Admission
Free to members of the Foundation, there will be a $5 charge for non-members.
Contact Information
704-846-6693
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Description
On Tuesday, September 30, Charlie Clayton, founder of the Carolina Theatre Preservation Society, will present a program on the ?History of the Carolina Theatre?. Mr. Clayton, instrumental in the formation of a group in Atlanta to save the Fox Theatre, established the Carolina Theatre Society project in 1997 with a mission of preservation for Charlotte?s historic 1927 Carolina Theatre. Built as part of Paramount?s Publix Theatre chain, the exterior façade was designed by Charlotte?s first preeminent architect, C.C. Hook. Air conditioning was one of the extras the theatre had to offer it patrons. In 2014, The Foundation of the Carolinas, Charlotte Center Partners and others joined together, embarking on an ambitious revitalization plan still in the early planning stages. The goal is to bring this dazzling gem of Charlotte history back to life. Everyone is invited to come hear Charlie Clayton tell this interesting story of one of Charlotte?s most fascinating buildings and a focal point for live entertainment in the Charlotte area. More information can be found on their website www.carolinatheatre.us