Saenger Theatre

201 Forrest Street,
Hattiesburg, MS 39401

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Previously operated by: ABC Interstate Theatres, Publix-Saenger

Architects: Emile Weil

Functions: Performing Arts

Styles: Art Deco, Neo-Classical

Phone Numbers: Box Office: 601.584.4888

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Saenger Theatre

The Saenger Theatre opened on November 21, 1929 with Nancy Carroll in “Sweetie”. It was designed by Emile Weil. It was the last Saenger Theatre to be built and opened by the circuit as they were taken over by Publix. It was equipped with a Robert Morton 2 manual 6 ranks organ which had previously been installed in the Strand Theatre, Hattiesburg. The organ was removed from the Saenger Theatre in 1972 having been purchased by an individual. It operated as a movie house until closure came in 1974.

ABC Interstate Theatres donated the theatre to the City of Hattiesburg. The original Robert Morton organ was return to the theatre, now enlarged with the console enlarged to 3 manuals and 8 Ranks. It has been restored and today operates as a venue for live performances.

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Recent comments (view all 6 comments)

Patsy
Patsy on September 11, 2005 at 10:51 am

This is a college town so glad to read that this MS Saenger Theatre has been restored and today operates as a venue ofr live performances (and movies?)though I wonder what the current status is due to Katrina?

Patsy
Patsy on September 26, 2005 at 8:12 pm

Looks fine to me, but then again suppose the color photo was taken pre-Katrina!

Patsy
Patsy on October 25, 2005 at 4:51 pm

Interesting to read the history of the Saenger on their website!

crunchie
crunchie on December 6, 2005 at 6:22 am

I saw Disney’s “Song Of The South” at this old theater back in 1972. It was glorious on the big screen. I’m glad to see it’s fine after Katrina.

kencmcintyre
kencmcintyre on February 26, 2007 at 10:42 pm

Remember all the fuss about “The Exorcist” in 1974?
http://tinyurl.com/yvbp6u

rivest266
rivest266 on August 13, 2022 at 5:39 pm

Saenger sign removed by the Googlemobile passed it by in 2022. Repairs or replacement?

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