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the The Garden Theatre is very thankful for the following partners: G A R D E N T H E AT R E Current Sponsors & Season Supporters Originally built in 1935 as a single-screen cinema, the Garden Theatre was the first in Central Florida built for “talkies,” and was a gathering place for locals to watch the latest newsreels and films of the day. Constructed in the Mediterranean Revival style, the interior of the theatre was modeled after a Spanish courtyard with “Romeo & Juliet” balconies, Spanish tile roof, and a dark blue ceiling resplendent with “stars.” Bob and Dianna Duffy The theatre underwent several renovations until closing in 1963, and became a farm supply and tractor warehouse for the Pounds Motor Company. Through the efforts of the City of Winter Garden and Winter Garden Heritage Foundation, the restored Garden Theatre reopened in February 2008. Today, as West Orange County’s professional performing arts organization, this nonprofit hosts over 675 events a year. RENT THE THEATRE Community Partners The historic Garden Theatre offers a unique venue for your next event, whether it be a corporate meeting, a wedding or private movie screening. The theatre seats 299 guests and has full production capabilities in-house, with state-of-the-art lighting and professional audio systems. GET INVOLVED The Garden Theatre relies on a team of dedicated volunteers. From front of house and concessions, to behind the scenes and special events, there are a multitude of opportunities for you to join our family. Contact Event Manager Brian Fallon at [email protected] for more information. gardentheatre.org/rent 18 | GARDEN THEATRE SEASON 2016-17 Nigel Columbus in Singin’ in the Rain (2016) Photo credit: Steven Miller Photography gardentheatre.org/volunteer Photo credit: Steven Miller Photography This project is funded in part by the Orange County Government through the Arts & Cultural Affairs Program, and is sponsored in part by the Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs, the Florida Council of Arts and Culture and the State of Florida. 2016-2017 SEASON ABOUT 407.877.GRDN (4736) | gardentheatre.org | 1 9