The Missouri Theater, designed by the Boller Brothers and with sculptural work designed and created by Waylande Gregory, is a historic masterpiece. The theater opened in June of 1927 as a 1,200-seat movie house. The first showing was a feature film, “Rough House Rosie,” which is a silent film that cost patrons $.25 admission. The City of St. Joseph purchased the theater in 1978 for the purpose of transforming it into a performing arts center. In 1979, the Missouri Theater was added to the National Register of Historic Places. St. Joseph is proud of this unique building and its beautiful sculptural work.
See the website for a schedule of theatrical productions, concerts, symphony performances and special events.
Tours by appointment only. The facility is available for rent.
