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Hollywood Meets the Palm Springs Plaza Theatre: A Multimedia Journey

Join us for an extraordinary evening that transports you to the golden age of Hollywood and Palm Springs, revealing the remarkable story of how the Plaza Theatre in downtown Palm Springs shaped this iconic desert getaway. Discover the fascinating connections between these two legendary locales and the crucial role the Plaza Theatre played in the early evolution of Palm Springs. You'll also learn about the current restoration of this iconic building and its promising future.

Featuring showbiz expert and historian Jim Cook alongside Plaza Theatre Foundation President J.R. Roberts, this event will take you on an engaging journey through the rich history of the Plaza Theatre, illustrating how Palm Springs earned its reputation as the ultimate "Playground of the Stars."

Event highlights include a visually stunning presentation with rarely seen videos, exclusive interviews, and captivating photographs; insightful explorations of the intriguing ties between Hollywood and Palm Springs, uncovering the factors that transformed both into entertainment hubs; behind-the-scenes glimpses into the glamorous lifestyles and residences that brought Hollywood to the desert.

Don't miss this unique experience, enriched by archives from the Palm Springs Historical Society, Library of Congress, National Archives, California Library System and the Academy of Motion Pictures. Following the presentation will be a post-show discussion about the exciting progress of the Plaza Theatre's restoration and its vision for the future as a centerpiece of downtown entertainment.

This free community event sponsored by Modernism Week celebrates the restoration grant awarded by Modernism Week to the Plaza Theater Foundation for the lobby naming rights

https://savetheplazatheatreps.com

Free, Ticket required

Photo Credits: Plaza Theatre Foundation, Palm Springs Historical Society

Location & Attendee Information

  • What are the appropriate ages for this activity?Person Ages 13 and older
  • What are the mobility considerations for this activity?Person walking Seated activity
  • What type of parking is available?Car Parking & handicap parking available
  • Is this an indoor or outdoor activity?Sun Indoor activity
  • What is the policy regarding smoking?Cigarette with smoke No smoking or e-cigarettes
  • What type of ADA accessibility is available?Wheelchair Wheelchair accessible

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