Title
Bama Theatre Interior
Subject
Theaters
Whilldin, D.O. (David Oliver, 1881-1970
Description
This is the interior of the Bama Theatre, designed in 1938 by architect D.O. Whilldon. "The house of the theatre is actually a reproduction of the courtyard of the Davanzati Palace of Florence, Italy with the orchestra and balcony sections decorated as a Spanish courtyard, complete with balconies and ironwork. The murals on the acoustical panels, painted by Italian-born scenic designer Navino Nataloni, and the twinkling stars and clouds on the night sky ceiling complete the open-air feel of the performance hall. The Theatre was converted to a performing arts center in 1976 and was completely renovated for live theatrical use." The Arts Council of Tuscaloosa
Source
City of Tuscaloosa
Contributor
Jason Townsend (Description)
Type
Photograph
Identifier
468
Coverage
Tuscaloosa (AL)
Original Format
Photograph