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AKA: California Theatre #1, San Jose, CA; Fox Mission Theatre, San Jose, CA
Structure Type: built works - performing arts structures - theatres
Designers: Binder and Curtis, Architects (firm); William Binder (architect); Ernest N. Curtis (architect)
Dates: constructed 1912-1913, demolished 1953
Overview
The San Jose architectural firm, Binder and Curtis, designed this 1,178-seat venue for the T and D (Turner and Danhken) Theatre Company.
Building History
The Theatre De Luxe became the first California Theatre; in 1927, with the building of the second California Theatre in San Jose, CA, this facility became known as the Fox Mission Theatre; its vertical sign was moved to new California venue in 1927.
Demolition
The Theatre De Luxe was razed in 1953.
PCAD id: 3357
