The Orpheum Theater which was operational continuously from 1922 closed its doors in 1971. The city of Marion purchased the property in 1973 and did a complete renovation. Continue reading
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In 1921 the regional theatre firm of Reid, Yemm and Hayes decided to build a showplace that would be the “flagship” of their circuit, which would have the largest seating capacity and stage facility in the area. On January 2, 1922, the first patrons entered and the “Orpheum Theater” was born. Continue reading