CHALLENGES:
Building was landlocked by a street and other structures. Critically important to maintain historical features and elements while adding new functionality.
SOLUTIONS:
Restored auditorium to original Spanish Gothic grandeur. Renovated stage with new fly system, lighting and sound. Reworked front of house ticket booth and concession area. Renovated second floor mezzanine, restrooms and administrative offices.
Building was landlocked by a street and other structures. Critically important to maintain historical features and elements while adding new functionality.
SOLUTIONS:
Restored auditorium to original Spanish Gothic grandeur. Renovated stage with new fly system, lighting and sound. Reworked front of house ticket booth and concession area. Renovated second floor mezzanine, restrooms and administrative offices.
Historical
A 6,700-square-foot, Spanish Gothic-style community theater in Norman, Okla., originally opened as a movie theater in 1929. Designed by noted architect Harold Gimeno, utilizing imported mosaic tile, Italian marble and hand-painted ceilings. Listed on the state and national registries of historic places.
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