The Colony Theatre is located in the heart of South Beach on Lincoln Road. It first opened on January 25, 1935 as a Paramount Pictures movie house. Recently, the building underwent a three-year $6.5 million renovation to restore its original Art Deco grandeur and update its stage and technical equipment. The theater's Deco merits are not only found outside among its perfectly maintained marquee and facade, but also from the restored ticket box and the entryway decorated with bold lines and geometric patterns in the pristine terrazzo flooring.
Today, the Colony Theatre is a 417-seat state of the art venue proudly managed by Miami New Drama. Its impressive art deco design makes it one of the crown jewels of Miami Beach. The theatre it's one of the most fashionable entertainment sites in South Florida, hosting performing arts including concerts, comedy acts, dance performances, opera, and film festivals. The Colony Theatre is also home to Miami New Drama's own exciting theatrical season.
The Colony Theatre is one of the top 10 Art Deco Building in Miami Beach and I definitely see why! This building has everything and its screaming Art Deco from the facade and the materials to the font. This building has some much history and I'm glad it continues doing it with it original purpose.