Hale Centre Theatre History
Currently, there are five theatres in three states all owned and operated separately by family members. It is believed to be the longest, continually operating centre stage theatre in the country.
EST.OUR HISTORY1947
Hale Centre Theatre was born!
When Ruth and Nathan Hale moved to Glendale, California from Salt Lake City in 1943 with the aspirations of beginning a career as actors, they quickly realized that the only way to pursue their dream was to open their own theatre. In 1947 they rented a small building in Glendale, and the Hale Centre Theatre was born!
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Although their opening night had an audience of just six, their little 110 seat theatre began to grow. The theatre has operated now for 56 years, passing down from generation to generation until today. Everyone in the family agrees with the theaters founder:
"It's an exciting life, full of stress and strain, yet there's never a dull moment when you're in this business!"-Ruth Hale
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The Hale Centre Theatre has a legendary heritage as the longest continuously running, privately owned and operated theatre company in America. Since 1947, when it first opened its doors, not one week has gone by when there has not been a performance on its stage. The Hale Centre Theatre has been dedicated to providing our patrons with the finest theatrical experience possible in an atmosphere as intimate and friendly as their own homes. In doing so, we have always selected shows which reflect our promise to provide fun and affordable entertainment.
Other Hale Center Theatres
We are excited to share with you the entire Hale Theatre Family. Be sure to check out our other theatres with the same Hale values and professionalism that you have come to expect from this theatre driven family.
