Since 1928, the Anthony Wayne Theater has been a cultural anchor on the Main Line — an architectural gem whose Art Deco facade, terra cotta towers, and ornate interior made it one of the most beloved movie palaces in the Philadelphia region.

Closed since 2020, the theater is now the focus of an ambitious community-led revival. The Anthony Wayne Theater Organization — a 501(c)(3) nonprofit of local business, civic, and arts leaders — has leased the building and is undertaking a full revitalization to transform it into a multi-space performing arts and cinema complex serving the Main Line and Greater Philadelphia.

Our vision: restore the theater’s historic grandeur while reimagining it as a living cultural hub — featuring independent and classic film, live performance, community events, and programming that reflects the richness of this community.

The Anthony Wayne is more than a building. It’s a shared memory for generations of Main Line families — and a platform for the next generation of artists, storytellers, and audiences.

We’re building something lasting. Join us.

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