Pantages, Alexander, Theater
historic place
The Pantages, Alexander, Theater in Fresno, California, opened its doors on October 20, 1928. This historic place was constructed by Alexander Pantages, a prominent manager in vaudeville entertainment. The theater was designed by architect B. Marcus Priteca, featuring an eclectic blend of Moorish, Spanish, and Italian Renaissance Revival architectural elements. A notable feature is its unique Robert Morton pipe organ, installed in 1929, which includes 14 ranks and 1,035 pipes. In 1929, Warner Brothers purchased the theater, changing its name to 'Warner's Theatre'. The name was later modified to 'Warnors Theatre' in the 1960s to avoid trademark issues. The building was primarily used for motion pictures until 1973. In 1978, the Pantages, Alexander, Theater was officially listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Today, it serves as a performing arts venue, preserving a significant part of Fresno's entertainment history.