Spreckels Theatre
The Spreckels Theatre has been in almost continuous operation since its official opening on August 23, 1912. The theatre was the magnificent setting for many of San Diego’s cultural events. The list of prominent artists in the entertainment field who appeared at the Spreckles is myriad. It is amazing that a town the size of San Diego [at the time] could provide and support such a cultural palace. Architect Harrison Albright was commissioned to build the theater and office building by sugar magnate, John D. Spreckels, to commemorate the opening of the Panama Canal and the upcoming Pan-American Exposition of 1915. The Spreckles Theatre was lauded for its fine acoustics by the eminent San Diego architect, Irving Gill, and it is still considered the finest in acoustic quality of any auditorium or theatre in San Diego. The building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
San DIego, San Diego County
Photographer: John BareSpreckels Theater, San DIego