Embassy Theatre (Cumberland, Maryland)
The Embassy Theatre is a performance theater located in the downtown mall of Cumberland, Maryland at 49 Baltimore St. The theater mounts live performances of classic theatre fare such as Kurt Weill's Threepenny Opera[1] and Kander and Ebb's Cabaret, as well as lesser-known work such as "The Mystery of Irma Vep" and "The Lady In Question," original works and local historical plays. Other entertainment presented at the theatre includes movies and musical concerts. Originally opened as a movie theater in 1931, it then became a curtain and drapery store, and finally was remodeled to a live performance theater and allied arts venue. Until December of 2014, the theatre was operated as the New Embassy Theatre. Recently remodeled, it now operates as the Embassy Theatre. [2]
References
- ^ "The Threepenny Opera". The Allegany Arts Council. Retrieved 13 November 2014.
- ^ "Friends of Film". Cumberland Times News. Cumberland Times News. Retrieved 13 November 2014.
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