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    Stadium Theatre

    The Stadium Theatre was built in 1926 and was recognized as one of the finest theatres in the country.

    The Stadium Theatre was erected under the supervision of Mr. R. E. Hall, chief consultant, architect and engineer in the construction of the Paramount Theatre in New York. The Stadium Realty Foundation, Arthur I. Darman, President and Treasurer operated the Theatre. In 1926, artist Maurice Compris chose his theme of Muses to decorate the lobby and the Grand Hall.

    The Stadium stopped operating as a daily theatre in the 1970’s and was left unheated for many years. Francis L Lanctot, former Mayor of the city of Woonsocket, had a vision that the Stadium could once again become vibrant and prosper. Through his enthusiasm, patience, and persistance the “Save Our Stadium” Committee was formed in 1991 with the soul purpose of saving and restoring the theatre to it’s former glory. After a strong, cross section of community leadership came forward and was able to demonstrate local support for the restoration of the theatre through public events, feasibility studies and economic impact projects; the non-profit Stadium Theatre Foundation was formed. The Foundation received it’s 501 - c (3) approval as a non-profit corporation in 1996. In March 1998, the Foundation purchased the theatre. Thanks to strong grassroots and business support, the Foundation was able to use grants and donations as a down payment. From 1996 to present, approximately Three Million Dollars has been raised. Restoration took place under the direction of Daniel Peloquin, Architect and the John Canning Preservation and Restoration Studios.

    A gala 75th anniversary celebration took place in September of 2001. This magnificent facility has been operating ever since under the direction of a volunteer Board of Directors and has offered outstanding local, regional, and nationally renowned live entertainment.
     

     

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        Stadium Theatre

        28 Monument Square
        Woonsocket, RI 02895

        Phone: 401-762-4545   |   Official Website

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          05/23/12  An Afternoon with Roslyn Kind
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          05/24/12  Are You My Mother?
          Stadium Theatre
          08/03/12  Dinner and Acapella with Mount Rush 4
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          09/08/12  Dinner & Comedy with Father MisGivings
          Stadium Theatre
          09/21/12  Dinner & Drag with Kitty Litter
          Stadium Theatre
          09/27/12  Ghost Hunters Live
          Stadium Theatre
          01/19/13  Beatles Tribute "1964"
          Stadium Theatre
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      • Upcoming Events
        05/23/12  An Afternoon with Roslyn Kind
        Stadium Theatre
        05/24/12  Are You My Mother?
        Stadium Theatre
        08/03/12  Dinner and Acapella with Mount Rush 4
        Stadium Theatre
        09/08/12  Dinner & Comedy with Father MisGivings
        Stadium Theatre
        09/21/12  Dinner & Drag with Kitty Litter
        Stadium Theatre
        09/27/12  Ghost Hunters Live
        Stadium Theatre
        01/19/13  Beatles Tribute "1964"
        Stadium Theatre
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