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Majestic Theatre
Majestic Theatre

Theatre, Majestic, Columbus Circle, 59th Street.

The Majestic Theatre located in Columbus Circle. An electric light sign on the facade of the theatre reads "Pabst Grand Circle."

IMAGE DATE1902
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Majestic Theater ARCHITECT: Herbert J. Krapp DATE: 1926-27 STYLE: Modern Spanish

This theater ’s facade is a fine example of the romantic “Modern Spanish” style with which Herbert Krapp, the architects, adorned later theaters. Among its significant architectural features are its balcony with simulated Spanish-style tile roof, blind stylized Palladian window, and rusticated base.

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