Fox Theatre (Boulder, Colorado)
The Fox Theatre is a live music venue in Boulder, Colorado.
Location
The Fox Theatre
History
Before the Fox was a staple music venue, it served as the Rialto Theater, the Buffalo Dancing Club, the Anchorage Bar & Grill, Ted’s Buff Cafe, and most recently, The Fox Movie Theater. The movie theater opened in 1961 and could seat up to 500 movie goers. This format lasted until 1991, when a liquor license was acquired. Demolition of the Fox Movie Theater began in 1991 after a liquor license was acquired by the property owners. The demo began to uncover the roots of the building, dating back to 1926. The marquee sign and iconic Fox sign still on the building today are original from the movie theater era.[3] The Fox Theatre first opened its doors to the public on March 6, 1992, with a performance from The Meters.
On March 6, 2022, the Fox Theatre celebrated its 30th anniversary, with a declaration from Governor Jared Polis.[4][5]
Artists
Notable artists in the history of The Fox include:
The Fox has also hosted local acts including Air Dubai, The Fray, Yonder Mountain String Band, Leftover Salmon, Kyle Hollingsworth's Band, The Drunken Hearts, West Water Outlaws, Jet Edison, The Magic Beans, Technicolor Tone Factory, Summa, Hot Soup, and many more.
References
- ^ "Fox Theatre". www.bouldercoloradousa.com. Retrieved 2022-03-18.
- ^ "Fox Theatre – Boulder, CO | Live Concert Venue". www.uncovercolorado.com. Retrieved 2022-03-18.
- ^ "Complex Origins of Boulder's Fox Theatre | About Boulder County Colorado - Visitor and Local Guide to Boulder County Colorado". Retrieved 2022-03-18.
- ^ Solomon, Jon. "The Fox Theatre Celebrates Thirty Years of Music in Boulder". Westword. Retrieved 2022-03-18.
- ^ "The Fox Theatre - Yesterday, Governor Jared Polis proclaimed March 6, 2022 as FOX THEATRE 30TH ANNIVERSARY DAY! We appreciate the recognition of being an invaluable community cornerstone of the beautiful State of Colorado. ❤️ | Facebook". www.facebook.com. Retrieved 2022-03-18.