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and audience walking into the Southern Theater for the first time
are immediately captivated by its intimate, moody ambiance. The
walls and proscenium arch have been allowed to age gracefully, with
the original murals still appearing in a state of "artful decay."
While the Southern has made every effort to retain the historic
beauty of its space, the audience seating area is newly remodeled
with an eye towards blending comfort with its unique aesthetic.
The result: one of the most exquisite theaters in the Twin Cities
that is considered "home" to many of the area's best performing
artists.
The following photos provide a variety of perspectives both inside
and outside the theater. For more specific technical information,
please contact our technical staff at 612-340-0155, ext. 20, or
e-mail:
hector at southerntheater.org
NOTE:
all photos of the playing area are taken with a marley dance floor
down. Furnishings at upstage right (as well as music stands, microphones,
and grand piano) are temporary installations for one particular
production.
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Stage
area as seen from front row of seats. Note that the theater's
original proscenium arch, which we refer to as "the proscenium,"
acts as a backdrop to the primary playing area while "framing"
the upstage space.
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(NOTE:
the next two photos are taken from onstage; audience sightlines
do not extend so far offstage behind the proscenium arch.)
Stage area viewed from downstage right looking toward
stage left. |
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Stage
area viewed from downstage left looking toward stage right. |
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Stage
and seating area as seen from back row.
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Main
lobby with ticket counter. Street entrance is toward the
right; audience entrance into the theater is up the staircase
behind the ticket counter at center. |
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Partial
view of upper lobby, showing staircase to lower lobby and
entry into theater. (Note artwork above theater entry is
temporary for one production.) |
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Rooftop
view of front of building. Please note: the front of the
building is in the process of being repainted.
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