Grand Theatre
The Grand Theatre is a restored 1936 Art Deco theater featuring first run digital movies with digital surround sound. It is also a fully equipped live concert and drama facility with LED and motorized stage lighting and digital sound. The auditorium seats 629 patrons including prime ADA loggias and oversized balcony seating. The auditorium, upstairs Garden Room, outdoor Grand Plaza Park, and small community room are available for rental.
The Grand Theatre is home to one of three in situ theater organs in Georgia, a 1926 3-manual/18 rank Barton Organ (nicknamed Big Bart) which was completely renovated in early 2011.
The Grand Balcony Club is a Friends of the Theater group which raises funds through monthly movie and dinner events and enjoys exclusive seating and receptions at concerts and other special events.
The Grand Theatre has an interesting history. First built as the Grand Opera house around the turn of the 20th Century, the Grand burned in the mid-30s and was rebuilt on the same site in 1936 as an Art Deco movie house with an open roof garden. The roof garden was soon enclosed, but the original railing balusters are still visible on the front. The City secured the property from Martin Theaters after it closed in 1978. The theater was renovated for performing arts space. In 2001, the roof garden space and offices downstairs were renovated. 2011 brought the Barton Organ. The Balcony Club came on board in 2015 and ADA loggias were added in 2015 and 2016.
The Grand Theatre is home to one of three in situ theater organs in Georgia, a 1926 3-manual/18 rank Barton Organ (nicknamed Big Bart) which was completely renovated in early 2011.
The Grand Balcony Club is a Friends of the Theater group which raises funds through monthly movie and dinner events and enjoys exclusive seating and receptions at concerts and other special events.
The Grand Theatre has an interesting history. First built as the Grand Opera house around the turn of the 20th Century, the Grand burned in the mid-30s and was rebuilt on the same site in 1936 as an Art Deco movie house with an open roof garden. The roof garden was soon enclosed, but the original railing balusters are still visible on the front. The City secured the property from Martin Theaters after it closed in 1978. The theater was renovated for performing arts space. In 2001, the roof garden space and offices downstairs were renovated. 2011 brought the Barton Organ. The Balcony Club came on board in 2015 and ADA loggias were added in 2015 and 2016.
Grand Theatre TourIf you would like to tour the Grand Theatre, please contact the Department of Tourism, Arts & Culture for advance scheduling.
History & Mysteries of the Grand TheatreEnjoy an in-depth discovery of the Grand Theatre's rich history, various renovations and it's performances, past and present. Areas included will be the Grand Lobby, Auditorium, Balcony, Stage, Projection Booth, and some special surprises! (fees apply)
History & Mysteries of Downtown Fitzgerald Walking TourStroll the original brick streets of Downtown Fitzgerald as you are guided back in time. Find out the stories behind the buildings that still stand and what happened to the ones that are no longer there. (fees apply)
History & Mysteries of Fitzgerald Ghost TourExperience this fun and thrilling tour as you are guided to each historical location. The plot builds as clues are provided while interacting with the characters that you meet along the way. (fees apply)
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CONTACT THE DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM, ARTS & CULTURE
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* Additional showtimes by reservation or special event. See the Grand Theatre Facebook page or the Calendar of Events for specific showtimes and schedule updates. Movies and live performances are subject to change without notice.
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