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The Texas Theatre

231 W Jefferson Blvd, Dallas, TX 75208
214-948-1546
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Texas Theatre - Front Of The Historic Building
Texas Theatre - Looking East Down Jefferson Boulevard Towards The Former Hardys Shoes
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Ranked #59 of 125 attractions in Dallas
4.5 of 5 stars 2 Reviews
Owner description: The Historic Texas Theatre opened in 1931 by eccentric billionaire Howard Hughes as a Robb Rowley Theater and became infamous in 1963 as the place Lee... more » Owner description: The Historic Texas Theatre opened in 1931 by eccentric billionaire Howard Hughes as a Robb Rowley Theater and became infamous in 1963 as the place Lee Harvey Oswald was arrested. In 2011 it was reopened by Aviation Cinemas formed by Barak Epstein, Adam Donaghey, Eric Steele and Jason Reimer. It is open 7 days a week playing the new release independent as well as classic repertory films. "The Texas" has also put on staged events, comedians and live music. The beautiful restored bar is open every day of the week. « less
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“Great History - Pity It Wasn't Open During The Day !”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012
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I have written reviews about Dealey Plaza & The 6th Floor Museum, and from there I visited the Texas Theatre, which is best known as being the site where Lee Harvey Oswald was arrested by the Dallas PD after allegedly assassinating President John F. Kennedy, then allegedly shooting Officer JD Tippit of the DPD (about a quarter-mile away - 10th... More

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“There is nothing better than watching historic films in a historic setting!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 October 2011
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This theater has seen its share of ups and downs. Built by none other that Howard Hughes, used as a refuge by Lee Harvey Oswald, plagued by fire, neglect and a host of owners it has finally found caretakers that wish to make her the proud venue that she always know she is. I have had the pleasure to see... More

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