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The Florida Theatre

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Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Florida Theatre was originally designed for both stage shows and motion pictures, and is now home to concerts, dance, plays, opera and film, as well as community-sponsored events such as lectures, private parties, conferences and corporate meetings. The theatre reflects the theme of a Moorish courtyard at night, with stars overhead, balconies, and trickling fountains. The building was restored in 1983 with state of the art technical equipment and seats approximately 2,0... read more

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128 E Forsyth St, Ste 300, Jacksonville, FL, 32202, United States

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WeekdayScheduleStatus
Mon9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Tue9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Wed9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Thu9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Fri9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
SatClosed
SunClosed
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Karen Reever Leishman 
8 years ago

Went last night for the first time to the Lindsey Sterling concert. Wonderful concert and beautiful theater. Had a great time. 

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Hallie Stevens 
8 years ago

This is a lovely Theater. I know they would like to keep it as is but a few more handrails up too would be helpful 

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Cheryl Rainer Nelson 
8 years ago

I saw Mary Chapin Carpenter last night and it was wonderful. This is my first time to the theatre and it is such an intimate place - perfect for her! Also enjoyed her opening act, Rose Cousins, and put her on my Pandora today. She is a great up and coming ballad artist. The theatre is beautiful and while needs a little TLC it was nice and comfortable. My only problem was a elderly usher who yelled at me about my section stairwell - he couldn't read our tickets because he had them upside down - and I turned it around so he co... read more

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Jeff Smith 
8 years ago

Wonderful historic venue for concerts and special events. A gem! 

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Becca Frazier Lima 
8 years ago

Graduation � Punch Brothers - Nickel Creek - Allison Krauss and Union Station with Ron Block. So many great memories here! 

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Michael Lawrence 
8 years ago

Walking in is like stepping through a portal into a place where elegance and style still matter. Beauty and grace are possible, and music shines like a new penny. There is truly nothing like a live performance here, where comfort reigns and there is not a bad seat in the house. I cannot believe we used to come to the movies here, as if it were any other theater. It is not. 

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Amielynne Gargiulo 
8 years ago

One of my favorite venues in town and we got to TEDxJax it too! 

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Lisa Goodrich 
8 years ago

Gorgeous building! Excellent programming! THE place to be entertained. 

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Edye Curtis 
8 years ago

Amazing, historic venue!! Great place for a concert!!! LOVE THIS PLACE!! 

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How is The Florida Theatre rated?

The Florida Theatre has a 4.6 star rating with 511 reviews. 

When is The Florida Theatre open?

The Florida Theatre is open now. It will close at 5:00 p.m.  

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