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224 East Houston Street
San Antonio, TX 78205 United States Get Directions
https://www.majesticempire.com/

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Recognized as one of the most ornate facilities in the country, the Majestic Theatre in San Antonio, Texas has long held a special place in the archives of Texas theatrical and architectural history.

Located in the heart of downtown San Antonio, the Majestic was designed and built in 1929 by John Eberson for Karl Hoblitzelle’s Interstate Theatres, and stood proudly for many years as the largest theatre in Texas and the second largest motion picture theatre in the country. It was intended to be the most modern and ornate building in South Texas – complete with new sound and projection equipment – and was the first theatre in the state to be totally air-conditioned.

The Majestic remains one of the finest atmospheric theatres ever built. Inspired by Spanish Mission, Baroque, and Mediterranean architectural traditions, theatre patrons are transported to a fantasy villa. Walls become towers with windows of colorful glass. A rare white peacock perches on a balcony railing as doves are caught in mid-flight. Grape vines creep along the walls and luscious foliage flourishes. The vaulted “sky” comes to life as stars twinkle while drifting clouds pass by overhead. Balconies, tile roofs, arches, and columns, railings, elaborate ornamentation, statues, and a bell tower all aid in the transformation of the theatre into a mystical village.

On December 31, 1974, changing entertainment habits forced the Majestic Theatre to close its doors “forever.” The next year, the theatre was listed on the National Register of Historical Places, and in 1976 was donated by the Hoblitzelle Interests to the newly formed Majestic Foundation. For the next decade, a wide variety of concerts, performing arts events, and touring Broadway productions continued to entertain South Texans from the Majestic stage.

Las Casas Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation and restoration
of historic buildings for cultural use, ensured that the Majestic would continue to flourish. Las
Casas raised $4.5 million to restore the 2,311 seat theatre. Sixty years of dust and dirt were
removed to reclaim the extensive, hand crafted, decorative plaster, statuary, and other ornate
carvings. Upholstery and carpeting were woven to recreate the original 1929 design. New
production sound systems and acoustical enhancements were installed. The Majestic reopened
in 1989 as the home of the San Antonio Symphony (1989-2014), as well as a venue for Broadway touring attractions, performing arts events and concerts of all types. In 1993, the Majestic Theatre was designated a National Historic Landmark.

In 1995, with the acquisition of the Little Brady Building, located at 208 E. Houston Street, a 3.5 million dollar expansion of the Majestic stage house was undertaken. This expansion was completed in the fall of 1996, giving the Majestic a new 40 foot-deep stage, modernized theatrical rigging, a state-of-the-art orchestra shell, expanded dressing room facilities, and enlarged storage space, allowing the Majestic Theatre to continue to meet the changing needs of symphonic and theatrical productions. This expansion has allowed the theatre to hold mega- musicals, including Miss Saigon, Show Boat, The Phantom of the Opera, and Lion King.

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Codiciado

Majestic Theatre 224 East Houston Street, San Antonio, TX, United States

Tras el rotundo éxito de su gira inaugural, Codiciado emprenderá la segunda etapa de su muy esperado Ando Enfocado U.S. Tour. Producida por Live Nation, la gira de 14-ciudades comienza el 27 de septiembre en BK Paramount en Nueva York haciendo paradas a través de los Estados Unidos en ciudades como Miami, Los Ángeles y […]

Experience Hendrix

Majestic Theatre 224 East Houston Street, San Antonio, TX, United States

Experience Hendrix Presented by ATG Entertainment Wednesday, October 9, 2024 7PM | Doors open 6PM Majestic Theatre Upcoming Performances For the first time in five years, The Experience Hendrix Tour, the critically acclaimed multi-artist celebration of Jimi Hendrix’s musical genius, returns to the concert trail with a slate of concert dates that offer the musical […]

Disney Jr. Live On Tour: Let’s Play

Majestic Theatre 224 East Houston Street, San Antonio, TX, United States

In “Disney Jr. Live On Tour: Let’s Play” presented by Walmart, Mickey is getting ready for the biggest playdate ever at the Clubhouse with all his favorite pals including Minnie and Goofy, the Puppy Dog Pals, Ginny and Bitsy from “SuperKitties” and Ariel from “Disney Jr.’s Ariel,” but mysterious weather keeps interrupting the fun. Can […]

Danny Ocean

Majestic Theatre 224 East Houston Street, San Antonio, TX, United States

Singer-songwriter and producer DANNY OCEAN continues to be a musical agent of change and leader of a new “future pop” sound. Danny Ocean’s life begins in Caracas, Venezuela, where he was born. He spent the first years of his life in the Caribbean and Namibia due to his parents’ careers. His return to Caracas sparked […]

Danny Ocean

Majestic Theatre 224 East Houston Street, San Antonio, TX, United States

Singer-songwriter and producer DANNY OCEAN continues to be a musical agent of change and leader of a new “future pop” sound. Danny Ocean’s life begins in Caracas, Venezuela, where he was born. He spent the first years of his life in the Caribbean and Namibia due to his parents’ careers. His return to Caracas sparked […]

Sesame Street Live: Say Hello

Majestic Theatre 224 East Houston Street, San Antonio, TX, United States

San Antonio, TX (May 7, 2024) – Round Room Live and Sesame Workshop are proud to announce a new live show, Sesame Street Live! Say Hello​.​​ T​​he live show ​will bring the beloved characters from the iconic Sesame Street to life in a brand-n​e​w interactive production that will tour the U.S. and Canada, with a […]

Avatar: The Last Airbender

Majestic Theatre 224 East Houston Street, San Antonio, TX, United States

Avatar: The Last Airbender In Concert presents an live orchestral rendition of the series’ iconic soundtrack, paired with a nearly two-hour special recap of the animated series’ three seasons displayed on a full-size cinema screen. The projection will feature the original dialogue and sound effects without any pre-recorded music, allowing the live orchestra to perform […]

Jesús Adrián Romero

Majestic Theatre 224 East Houston Street, San Antonio, TX, United States

Jesús Adrián Romero Llevará a los asistentes a vivir una experiencia espiritual enfocada en valorar más nuestro mundo, siendo embajadores del amor de Dios en nuestro paso por él, compartiendo la fragancia de una vida que ha sido cautivada por Él e inspirando a los demás a acercarse a Dios. Tras vivir una gira exitosa […]

Irreverente Tour: Brincos Dieras

Majestic Theatre 224 East Houston Street, San Antonio, TX, United States

Regresa el fenómeno de la comedia en todo Latino América: BRINCOS DIERAS! Con su nueva gira “ IRREVERENTE TOUR.” Vive una experiencia a carcajadas con un show SIEMPRE DIFERENTE. Acompañado por primera vez en los Estados Unidos por el comediante bicolor… KEVYN CONTRERAS, atrévete a reír con los personajes más auténticos en su género. Juntos […]

Andrew Schulz

Majestic Theatre 224 East Houston Street, San Antonio, TX, United States

Welcome to The Life Tour. A never before seen journey through the complicated mind of Schulz, as he explores the realms of current events, politics, and the beautiful chaos of creating life. Join Schulz as he takes you on a comedic exploration of existence in all its messy glory. With “The Life Tour,” you’re in […]

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