Apollo Theatre (Martinsburg, West Virginia) Explained

Apollo Theatre
Location:Martinsburg, West Virginia
Coordinates:39.4585°N -77.9621°W
Built:1912
Architect:Reginald Geare, Chapman E. Kent
Added:October 11, 1979
Refnum:79002569

The Apollo Theatre in Martinsburg, West Virginia, US was designed by architect Reginald Geare with local architect Chapman E. Kent, and erected in 1913 by theater owner H. P. Thorn. As constructed it had a seating capacity of 1000, and was used for movies, vaudeville and concerts. Upper floors provided meeting spaces for large groups.[1]

The Apollo Theatre is operated as a community-supported facility. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1979. It is included in the Downtown Martinsburg Historic District.

Notes and References

  1. National Register of Historic Places Nomination: Apollo Theatre. September 12, 1979 . Michael J. Pauley and Rodney S. Collins. National Park Service.