Bing Crosby Theater facts for kids
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| Former names | Clemmer Theater, State Theater, Metropolitan Performing Arts Center |
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| Address | 901 West Sprague Avenue |
| Location | Spokane, Washington, U.S. |
| Coordinates | 47°39′25″N 117°25′31″W / 47.65694°N 117.42528°W |
| Public transit | Spokane Transit Authority |
| Owner | Jerry Dicker |
| Type | Theatre |
| Capacity | 756 |
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| Built | 1914 |
| Renovated | 1988 |
| Architect | Edwin W. Houghton |
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| Architectural style | Chicago, Classical Revival |
| NRHP reference No. | 88002758 |
| Added to NRHP | December 1, 1988 |
The Bing Crosby Theater is a special place for performing arts in Spokane, Washington. It was designed by a famous theater architect named Edwin W. Houghton. This theater first opened its doors in 1914. Back then, it was an 800-seat movie theater called the Clemmer Theater. A very famous singer, Bing Crosby, performed there often in 1925.
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Discover the Bing Crosby Theater
A Historic Spokane Landmark
Over many years, the theater became quite old and needed repairs. In 1988, a local company bought it. They worked hard to make it new again. In December 1988, the theater was added to the National Register of Historic Places. This means it's an important building in history.
After its big renovation, the theater reopened with a new name. It was called the Metropolitan Performing Arts Center. People used it for many different events. These included live concerts, interesting lectures, and showing movies.
From Clemmer to Crosby: A Name Change
In 2004, a local businessman named Mitch Silver bought the theater. A few years later, in 2006, the theater got its current name. It was renamed after Bing Crosby. A local historian noticed that Spokane did not have any places named after the famous star. Bing Crosby grew up in Spokane, so it was a perfect way to honor him.
What Happens at the Theater Today?
Today, the Bing Crosby Theater is still a busy place. It hosts many different shows and events. You can go there to see live music, comedy acts, and other performances. It continues to be an important part of Spokane's arts scene.
