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Orpheum Theatre
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Originally opened on November 7, 1927 as a vaudeville house, the Orpheum was the largest and most opulent theatre on the Pacific Coast. The City of Vancouver purchased the theatre on March 19, 1974 and undertook a complete restoration of the theatre's interior. The Orpheum re-opened on April 2, 1977 as the permanent home of the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra and a restored concert hall that hosts a variety of pop, classical, choral and chamber recitals. It is also an ideal venue for concert recordings, conference sessions, seminars and film shoots.
The beauty and secrets of the Orpheum’s magnificent painted dome are just some of the wonders that will be revealed on a tour of Vancouver’s beautiful heritage theatre. Visit every nook and cranny, from the maze of rooms under the stage to the catwalk over the dome. Learn about the Orpheum’s history, architecture and technical operations and follow its evolution from a Vaudeville theatre in 1927 to today’s outstanding concert hall.
Beyond the brick and mortar, glean a colorful insight into the lives of some of the acclaimed entertainment personalities who have appeared on the Orpheum stage. Enjoy a wealth of fascinating stories about stars from Kate Hepburn to Jack Benny. Every tour is unique with its own special look at the past.
Private tours of the Orpheum can be arranged for groups on days when there are no bookings in the theatre.
Public tours of the theatre are offered on selected dates during July and August. Large groups are requested to call in advance.
Cost is $5 per person with a minimum of $50 for Private Tours. All proceeds benefit the B.C. Entertainment Hall of Fame, which honours British Columbians who have excelled and made outstanding contributions to the entertainment industry, here, across Canada and internationally.
Contact Information:
884 Granville St.
Vancouver, BC
Canada V5K 2B0
Phone: 604 665 3050
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