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The Douglass Theatre
355 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Macon, GA 31201, United States
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Je
Review №1

I had a wonderful time. The comedy performance, We Funny For Real was such a delight.

Do
Review №2

Nice space for a small to medium sized gathering. Enough space for a buffet or plated dinner served per guest. Seating is adequate for dining and dancing if its set appropriately. Parking is scarce so plan to walk if youre not parking up front. There is a parking deck that looks pretty secure and nicely lite for those not parking upfront for loading and unloading of guests and or catering. Overall, a really good space. Oh, and the attendant at the facility is very helpful with setup. Luis did a superb job.

La
Review №3

Love this place! Have attended many films and performances that cater to us as a people. I enjoy the audience interaction which has always been warm and welcoming. And a big thank you to the management and staff.

Ja
Review №4

I the Douglass. Great place to escape for some me time. Always have great events and lots of history. Love the senior movies each month. Visit their website for monthly events. You will be amazed.

Je
Review №5

I was impressed by the detailed architectural details of the building. I assume that it has been renovated at some point, as it is a historical building - they did a good job.We saw a play from a local playwright, who just so happened to be a very distant cousin.

An
Review №6

Sitting in the balcony is a plus and a minus! Plus you are looking down. Minus, if you are sitting at the rails, you cant hardly see because of the rail, and there were rude people talking loud in a whole conversation, people talking on their phones loudly. There needs to be security up top to monitor these inconsiderate people! Other than that, the place was fine!

Ke
Review №7

Thank you for the Music Absoulty love this venue and the staff so much history in Macon!

J
Review №8

Nice place for a family gathering. Lots of room for tables/dining, dancing, and decorations. Nice to have parking as well.

Jo
Review №9

I really enjoyed the showing of that Documentary I just want to ask a question where did her Faith played in this documentary?

WK
Review №10

Its a beautiful place nestled in the heart of Downtown Macon, I think. Lol...it is spacious and the acoustic was great for a concert.

Br
Review №11

This structure is still beautiful. I went for the Sunday night jazz event. It was really nice and I enjoyed it. The only issue was the ants.

Ja
Review №12

This was my first time at the Douglass Theatre, as the star of the stage play Deception2. The night went well, except we saw a full-grown rat down stairs, while we were cleaning. Oh, my!!

Cr
Review №13

Been a long time since Ive been to Douglas, but it was a good experience. It used to look a lot bigger when I was smaller.

Bi
Review №14

Great old theater restored to its glory. Part of the Macon Film Festival.

Th
Review №15

This is a historic Macon jewel. Every performance is always enhanced because of the quality equipment and attention to detail the venue offers. Of course, the freshly popped popcorn and other concessions are a plus for the kiddos! However, the Douglass offers a cultural variety of events for everyone.

Da
Review №16

My wife and I enjoyed the time we spent at the Douglas. I can not say enough about the work that they are doing. Thank you Georgia Power for your sponsor ship

Ka
Review №17

Beautiful theatre with lots of history. Love to watch independent films here. Great place!

Da
Review №18

It so nice and cozy and you are not cramped up in one olace6

Ap
Review №19

Historic Place for African American in Music!️

Ah
Review №20

Wonderful venue for hosting events. Located in historical downtown Macon. Has adequate parking due to a parking garage adjacent to the theatre. Additionally has ample prepatory spaces.

Pa
Review №21

Ronnie and Deborah Laws! Nothing left to be said. Outstanding performance and venue. The Douglass Theater is a treasure! Bring in more entertainment like this for $20 and the theater will fill up every time. Thank you!

no
Review №22

Historical Venue, Entertaining Events, Convenient Location

De
Review №23

Went to see a play and I really enjoyed it. It was so funny and I will be back again. Theatre had this classic feel. Something from back in the day. It was great!!!

De
Review №24

Spent Easter Service with my Church family providing He has Risen Production... What an awesomely, Awesome time!!!

Sh
Review №25

It was very lovely.

KJ
Review №26

Great place to be. There is a camp at the Douglas in the summer with great talent and amazing kids

Li
Review №27

Historically great. Grew up in this theater. P. G. Douglass was my grandfather. I still enjoy western movies to this day because of my grandfather. He would play Gabby movies and all of the western movies doing that era. I got a chance to meet people like Otis Redding, James Brown, Little Richard in their very early years. My grandfather was a big influence in my life.Thank you for letting me share.

J
Review №28

I loved the nostalgia of the theater and the friendliness of its patrons. There was quite a bit of history on display in this historic theatre. I would have given the theatre a five rating; except for their having failed to prepare a small inexpensive/temporary seating area near the entrance doors for their physically challenged senior patrons. I watched as they stood with canes and walkers leaning against the building waiting for the treated to open its doors. The line at the locked main entrance door was long and the theatre would later be packed with patrons to see the limited showing of the documentary Amazing Grace. Of course the problem was exacerbated by a locked entrance door and starting late. Finally, a couple of other patrons knocked on the glass entrance doors and addressed the issue; and the disabled seniors were permitted entrance early; but mind you, the usher monitoring the door noticed these senior handicapped patrons early on and was not forthcoming in offering them any assistance...I certainly hope theatre management take note of this post.

Sa
Review №29

Wonderful place to throw events and have plays and shows

AN
Review №30

Love the staff and the love and warming atmosphere there

An
Review №31

Beautiful venue!!! I Love the broad spectrum of events that are held here. The Douglass has a significant Cultural impact on the middle Georgia area!

Li
Review №32

Quiet and pleasant atmosphere and clean.

Li
Review №33

Love the Douglass always try to support catch a event there once a month beautiful history. Staff is wonderful.

Ba
Review №34

Loved the opera! But the theater was too cold!

Qu
Review №35

I came here to visit for the heritage festival and it was a very clean and welcoming atmosphere. I am new to the area and it was nice to see a functioning theater and professional staff. I hope they maintain it! Ill admit that it was a little small, but it was still nice.

Ba
Review №36

I always have a great time at the Douglas the events are geared toward every age group theres something for someone to enjoy.

CT
Review №37

Great venue, nice intimate and historic feel

Ha
Review №38

I enjoyed it very much I will come back again .

Ka
Review №39

The place was very beautiful and nice and I loved the college film festival, but I have to admit that the chairs were rather uncomfortable.

Ph
Review №40

This place is well known throughout GA because of the rich African American history. It has an awesome theater, reception area and the front can be used as a courtyard.

Mi
Review №41

The Douglass is a beautiful, intimate venue for whatever the occasion might be. Movies, stage performances, or events present beautifully in this renovated, historic theater.

Pa
Review №42

I love the Douglas because they have entertainment fit for Seniors. I grew up going to the Douglas theatre to watch movies. I am so thankful for the many activities structured for people over 50 yrs of age. Our kind of movies, music, plays and a place to hold family functions. Even the AARP have stepped in to provide pertinent information to help keep seniors informed about important life matters and its all at the Douglas. Thank you so much for keeping the historical Douglas a place in Macons downtown heritage.

Ly
Review №43

Attended my daughters wedding, just loved it

Na
Review №44

Miller Magnet Middle school Multi Cultural Event was Great!

Ve
Review №45

I love going here. They have a nice family environment

La
Review №46

Fabulous venue. Very nice acoustics and the vibe was wonderful.

An
Review №47

Great, historic venue, wonderful atmosphere.

re
Review №48

Interesting facts about the theater. The front of the walkway had chain links that are broken which signifies the separation of slaves

yo
Review №49

It was AMAZING.It was soo beautiful.The Seats were Green Velvety Silk.I would be honored to be on that stage.

As
Review №50

Love seeing movies here, usually hosts small Sundance features

Tu
Review №51

The show was nice.....it was a little hot in the building

Ju
Review №52

Love it just seats need to be done over

Va
Review №53

Great time at You think its a joke show starring SweetBabyKita. Hope she comes back soon!!!

Ca
Review №54

Havent been in a while.went to a play.which was good with a message.maybe more events will start coming here.

Kr
Review №55

It was my first time and what a wonderful experince. Beautiful restored theater and the Macon Film Guild brings in some excellent movies you will never see on the big cinema.

Wi
Review №56

Excellent venue for all occasions. So very VITAL to the entire community and particularly the AFRICAN-american community!

Sh
Review №57

I love going to seniors movie day

Ap
Review №58

Great old-school movie house/ entertainment venue. Sundays, art films are hosted by the film guild.

sh
Review №59

Nice location.

Sh
Review №60

Very crowded parking and I was not feeling quite safe to park at night in the parking garage.

De
Review №61

Summer Jazz series is awesome.

Ma
Review №62

Love the history!

Be
Review №63

The Douglas Theater was very nice, very roomie. I like be there, very enjoyable.

In
Review №64

Nice place to have any event.

Ta
Review №65

It was the perfect spot for viewing, If I Leave Here Tomorrow.

Pa
Review №66

Nice ball field

Ro
Review №67

It is so beautiful and you can go a d enjoy yourself when there a event or show.

ro
Review №68

Great little theater full of history but seats are close together.

Je
Review №69

Nice and Clean and Good Customer Service

Kr
Review №70

Beautiful place, nice people

Qu
Review №71

At the time they were having a termite issue which I hope has been resolved. Great experience and great Easter program

Br
Review №72

Awesome historical venue just stii under going renovation

Te
Review №73

Great place. Great history!

Sh
Review №74

Small. Gift shop only has popcorn & candy. But very comfortable seats

An
Review №75

Good entertainment

Ve
Review №76

We had a great time and the play was wonderful!

Ta
Review №77

Went a few years back to a speech about sex traffikjng.

FR
Review №78

Fantastic place

Ba
Review №79

The play had too long of an intermission

Si
Review №80

Darling little vintage theater with TONS of charm! We will be finding any and every excuse to go back here in the future!

Ed
Review №81

Great show! First visit. Lovely theater!

Li
Review №82

Great atmosphere. Good acoustics as well as sound system.

Al
Review №83

The show was great,and the place was very clean.

Ja
Review №84

Cooool place.. A lot of history

Le
Review №85

Awesome Historic venue to host special events

Em
Review №86

This place has so much history so many great performers have been here. Little Richard James Brown Otis Redding the list goes on and on.

Ta
Review №87

Great experience but needs a upgrade.

De
Review №88

Historic local Theatre popular during the film festival each year. Burt Reynolds was here!

Ca
Review №89

Its a beautiful theatre ! Enjoyed the movie Loving Vincent

Ch
Review №90

The Douglass was nice and cozy!

Jo
Review №91

It was wonderful.

Sc
Review №92

History. History. History. Check it out. Learn something.

L'
Review №93

Great theatre space with top of the art lighting and sound system.

Id
Review №94

Really had a great time

ad
Review №95

Love the Macon film guild

Sh
Review №96

The Douglass is a Macon legend. Films, musical acts, other entertainment.

Er
Review №97

Enjoyed the show A CELEBRATION OF LIFE

Je
Review №98

Nice theater.

Ta
Review №99

Nice facility concessions were very limited.

De
Review №100

A Night in Shingle Heights was Awesome, very funny and exciting

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  • Address:355 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Macon, GA 31201, United States
  • Site:https://douglasstheatre.org/
  • Phone:+1 478-742-2000
Categories
  • Concert hall
  • Historical place museum
  • Performing arts theater
Working hours
  • Monday:10am–5pm
  • Tuesday:Closed
  • Wednesday:Closed
  • Thursday:Closed
  • Friday:10am–5pm
  • Saturday:10am–5pm
  • Sunday:10am–5pm
Highlights
  • Live performances:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet:Yes
Offerings
  • Assisted listening devices:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
  • Toilets:Yes
  • Restaurant:No
Crowd
  • Family friendly:Yes
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