80 North
Julia Morgan Theater
2640 College Ave.
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| entrance to Julia Morgan Theater in Berkeley, California |
Designed by architect Julia Morgan and built in 1908 as St. John’s Presbyterian Church, this theater is considered her finest Craftsman-style building. The lovely redwood structure retains its original redwood paneling inside and outside and features the original exposed beams. It is known for remarkable acoustics and now hosts Julia Morgan Theater events. It also houses dance studios and a pre-school.
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| lobby of Julia Morgan Theater in Berkeley, California |
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| snack bar at Julia Morgan Theater in Berkeley, California |
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| interior of Julia Morgan Theater in Berkeley, California |
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| interior of Julia Morgan Theater in Berkeley, California |
regularly presents family-oriented performances in the theater. A concession counter sells snacks, drinks, and pizza. Note that the surrounding residential area only allows for 2 hour parking before 7 p.m., Monday through Saturday. If you drive to a Saturday matinee, do remember to move your car during intermission. Sunday parking is usually blessedly free and unlimited, and Sunday is a wonderful day to attend a matinee in this former church--I did this myself for a delightful performance of “Mamma Mia!” Check at the website for current schedule.
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| cast of "Mamma Mia" at Julia Morgan Theater in Berkeley, California |
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images ©2020 Carole Terwilliger Meyers
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