Historic Theatres in Tampa

Please help connect Tampa's historic theatres to the people who have enjoyed them over the years. Our goal is to preserve their history via a documentary film and book. Share any stories and information you have at: historictheatresintampa@gmail.com. If you'd like to support the project, please contact award winning filmmaker and Tampa native Renee Warmack who is partnering with the project's Founder and Tampa native, Kelly Hickman at: https://reneewarmackproductions.com/contact/

Tuesday, December 25, 2018

Iris Theatre (Downtown)

The Iris Theatre opened on November 23, 1908 as a vaudeville and moving picture theatre. With a seating capacity of 1000, the Iris was located at the corner of Tampa and Zack (possibly at 103 Zack). The Iris closed in January of 1909, and between 1909 and 1913 several different stock theatres occupied the location: the Peruchi Gypzene Theatre opened March 1, 1909; the Triplett Theatre opened February 22, 1910; the Star Theatre opened August 5, 1910; and the Iris Theatre (re)opened December 26, 1910.

November 20, 1908

Historic Theatres in Tampa