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Milton, Delaware

Milton Theater

This unassuming brick building has survived fires, storms, and more to bring entertainment to one Delaware town.

Sponsored by Visit Delaware

The Female Architect Behind Buenos Aires's Underground Necropolis

Ítala Fulvia Villa oversaw the building of the colossal Sixth Pantheon—but history nearly erased her contributions.

Daniel Maurer March 8, 2023

12 Places to Enjoy a Retro Movie Experience

Stepping into these classic theaters is like a blast from the past.

Jonathan Carey February 24, 2023

Jekyll Island, Georgia

Jekyll Island Amphitheater

The ruins of an open-air theater built on this Georgia island in the 1970s.

Chicago, Illinois

Rudolph Ganz Memorial Hall

From banquet hall to Masonic Lodge and now concert venue, Ganz Hall is a breathtaking glimpse of into the golden age of American architecture.

How Sexism Haunts the Haunted House Industry

And the sociologist and actors trying to exorcise the gender stereotyping demon.

Kate Golembiewski October 17, 2022

Raleigh, North Carolina

The Daily Planet Theater

This hollow steel globe is the second-largest in the world.

Atlanta, Georgia

The Plaza Theatre

This Art-Deco movie palace is the oldest independent cinema in Atlanta.

Colwyn Bay, Wales

Harlequin Puppet Theatre

Britain's oldest permanent theatre designed and built for puppets.

Rättvik, Sweden

Dalhalla

The unique design of this former quarry provides ideal acoustics for concerts.

Mexico City, Mexico

Teatro de los Insurgentes

The outside of this theater is decorated with a Diego Rivera mural that explores the history of Mexico.

Algiers, Algeria

Opera d'Alger (Algiers Opera House)

A new landmark that fosters cultural exchange between traditions.

Abingdon, Virginia

Barter Theatre

At one of the nation’s longest-running professional theaters, the audience used to barter for tickets with produce and livestock.

Edinburgh, Scotland

King's Theatre Dome

This modern work of art was a refreshing addition to one of the oldest theatres in the city.

Topanga, California

Theatricum Botanicum

Will Geer's outdoor theater started as a mountain retreat for actors, musicians, and other artists who were blacklisted during the Red Scare.

A Once-Lost Dress from 'The Wizard of Oz' Goes to Auction—Maybe

Dorothy wore the disputed blue-and-white frock when she faced down the Wicked Witch.

Sarah Durn May 6, 2022

Auburn, New York

Finger Lakes Drive-In

Opened in 1947, this is the oldest continuously-operating drive-in theater in New York.

First Ancient Theatre of Larissa

Dedicated to the god Dionysus, this theatre was used for both musical and theatrical performances.