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Stanley Theater

The Stanley Theatre is a non-profit performing arts venue in Utica, New York, originally opened in 1928 as a movie palace.

Last updated September 15, 2026

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Overview

The Stanley Theatre is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization located at 259 Genesee Street in Utica, New York. Originally built as a movie palace, it opened on September 10, 1928, with 2,963 seats and was designed by architect Thomas Lamb. Today it hosts theatrical and musical performances presented by Broadway Utica and other promoters.

History

The Stanley Theatre opened on September 10, 1928, originally built as a movie palace with 2,963 seats. It was constructed in just 13 months and designed by Thomas Lamb, a Scottish-born American architect known for designing theaters and cinemas. The Stanley Theatre in Utica is one of three remaining Lamb theaters in Upstate New York, along with Proctors Theatre in Schenectady and the Landmark Theatre in Syracuse. Today, it hosts shows presented by Broadway Utica and several promoters, with recent performances including REO Speedwagon, Tony Bennett, Jerry Seinfeld, Once, Beach Boys, Hadestown, Chicago, Dark Star Orchestra, Styx, Halestrom, and Jersey Boys.

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