Orpheum Theatre (Downtown)

The Orpheum opened on July 13, 1908 by Burgert & Ratliff as a vaudeville theatre that showed first run moving pictures as part of the show. This open air theatre (also referred to as an aerodrome or airdome) had a canvas top that could be rolled up during clear weather. The theatre sat 1,000 people and was located on the SE corner of Florida and Lafayette, possibly at 401 Lafayette. The theatre closed in 1911 or 1912. (Note: Tampa had three Orpheum theatres between 1908 and 1934.)

July 14, 1908
(Tampa's 1st Orpheum Theatre)