Saenger Theatre (Mobile, Alabama)
Entrance of the Saenger Theatre. | |
| Address | 6 South Joachim Street Mobile, Alabama United States |
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| Coordinates | 30°41′26″N 88°02′39″W / 30.690631°N 88.044044°W |
| Owner | Center for the Living Arts, Inc. |
| Type | Indoor Theatre |
| Capacity | 1,921 |
| Current use | Performing arts center |
Saenger Theatre | |
| Architectural style | 20th Century Revival |
| Part of | Lower Dauphin Street Historic District (ID79000392) |
| Designated CP | 19 February 1979 |
| Construction | |
| Opened | 19 January 1927 |
| Architect | Emile Weil |
| Website | |
| www.asmglobalmobile.com | |
The Saenger Theatre is a historic theater and contributing building to the Lower Dauphin Street Historic District in Mobile, Alabama. It was dedicated in January 1927. The Saenger Theatre is a Mobile landmark, known for its architecture and ties to local cultural history. The theater has been completely renovated in recent years with an upgraded electrical system, VIP facilities, new stage rigging and sound system. It is the official home of the Mobile Symphony Orchestra and also serves as the venue for movie festivals, concerts, lectures and special events.