Florida Theatre

The Florida Theatre is an historic American movie theater located in Jacksonville, Florida. Opened in 1927, it is one of the few remaining high-style movie palaces built in the 1920s in the Mediterranean Revival style. With its elaborate, Rococo-style interior and distinctive marquee featuring a prominent neon-lit nameplate, the theatre presents... read all

Details

Florida Theatre 128 E Forsyth St #300
Jacksonville, FL 32202
☎ (904) 355-2787

Past Productions

Mame In Concert
August 2024
Theatre Jacksonville
Jesus Christ Superstar
August 1999
Omega Theatre Productions

About Florida Theatre

The Florida Theatre is an historic American movie theater located in Jacksonville, Florida. Opened in 1927, it is one of the few remaining high-style movie palaces built in the 1920s in the Mediterranean Revival style. With its elaborate, Rococo-style interior and distinctive marquee featuring a prominent neon-lit nameplate, the theatre presents a majestic facade. Beyond its main auditorium, which seats 1,900 guests, the theatre contains a variety of spaces, including a charming mezzanine level, with an intimate setting perfect for smaller events. The Florida Theatre hosts a diverse range of events, from concerts and ballets to stand-up comedy and classic film screenings, carrying forward its legacy as a cultural beacon in downtown Jacksonville.