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Still recovering from last night’s Gary Numan show but I managed to put on a little Emerald City for tonight’s screening of Return To Oz… #ozma #returntooz #castrotheatre
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A close-up selfie of a man and a woman smiling outdoors at night. The man, on the left, has short, curly salt-and-pepper hair and a groomed beard, wearing thick black-rimmed rectangular glasses and a blue button-down shirt over a black tee. The woman, on the right, has long brown hair with bangs and blue eyes, wearing black cat-eye glasses and a black leather bomber jacket with a faux-fur collar. Soft, warm string lights are visible in the blurred background.
Last night at Perfume Genius who was, well… genius ❤️
#PerfumeGenius #CastroTheatre #OurLifeInConcerts
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Last night at Perfume Genius who was, well… genius ❤️
#PerfumeGenius #CastroTheatre #OurLifeInConcerts
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The ceiling of the Castro Theatre in San Francisco is a masterwork by architect Timothy Pflueger, designed to represent a cultural "mishmash" that touches on many aspects of the arts. Design and Symbolism The ceiling's primary structure is a unique leatherette canopy intended to evoke the open-air feel of a Roman amphitheater or an "Eastern tent". Pflueger reportedly drew inspiration for its intricate patterns from ancient priest robes and oriental cloths he discovered while scouring shops in San Francisco. Within the ceiling are 16 unique oval medallions (rondelles), which were recently restored to reveal mythological and artistic figures that had been obscured by decades of residue. Key figures and their meanings include: Quetzalcoatl: A prominent figure appears to depict this Aztec "feathered serpent" deity, a symbol of death and resurrection often referred to as "The Dragon of the New World". Pan Flute Player: This figure is a clear representation of music. A Half-Goat Faun: Likely depicting Puck from Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream, which was popular when the theater was built in 1922. Dragons: The interior features at least 32 dragons that frame the ovate shapes, potentially nodding to both Asian art and the 9th-century Book of Kells. Recent Restoration Following a major $41 million renovation completed in early 2026, these details were meticulously cleaned of nicotine and polyurethane layers that had turned milky and dark over time. The restoration returned the ceiling to its 1937 appearance, which included the addition of its famous Art Deco chandelier and newly gilded rondelles.
The Castro Theatre, designed by renowned architect Timothy Pflueger and opened in 1922, is one of the few remaining "movie palaces" in the United States. Its architecture is a grand blend of Spanish Colonial Baroque, Art Deco, and Italian Renaissance styles. The Exterior & Building Facade: The most striking external feature is the Spanish Colonial Baroque (Churrigueresque) facade, characterized by its deep, ornate plaster carvings and large arched windows. Neon Signage: The building is anchored by a massive neon blade sign and a classic marquee, both added or updated in 1937. These icons were fully restored in 2026, complete with modern wiring and high-efficiency neon. Lobby: The entrance leads to a lavish lobby influenced by Italian Renaissance aesthetics, featuring sgraffito murals that have been meticulously cleaned to reveal their original colors. The Main Room (Auditorium) Proscenium Arch: A major highlight of the 2026 renovation was the rediscovery of a gold-painted proscenium arch. Hidden behind a movie screen since the 1950s, this ornate frame now centers the stage once more. Art Deco Chandelier: Hanging from the center of the ceiling is a grand Art Deco chandelier from 1937. As part of the recent upgrades, it was modernized with color-changing LED capabilities. Walls and Murals: The side walls are flanked by two massive 30-by-30-foot pastoral murals. These, along with numerous smaller depictions of cherubs and mythological figures, were restored to their pre-1937 vibrance. Seating and Accessibility: The orchestra level now features motorized, removable seats on tiered risers, allowing the room to transform from a 1,115-seat cinema into a 1,400-capacity standing concert venue. The balcony retains its original, historically significant cast-iron seats. The Organ: The theater is famous for its live music, now home to a new, state-of-the-art digital organ that can be elevated from the stage
A blue neon sign in the Castro reading: “Hope will never be silent.” There is a wee gargoyle just below
Last night at Perfume Genius who was, well… genius ❤️
And the beauty of the newly renovated Castro Theatre
#PerfumeGenius #CastroTheatre #OurLifeInConcerts
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Last night at Perfume Genius who was, well… genius ❤️
#PerfumeGenius #CastroTheatre #OurLifeInConcerts
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A selfie of a smiling man with salt-and-pepper hair and thick black-rimmed glasses, and a woman with long, dark hair and blue eyes, also smiling. She is wearing a black, pointelle pattern sweater. They are indoors with purple ambient lighting and a black metal railing in the background.
Last night at Perfume Genius who was, well… genius ❤️
After 2 years, the newly renovated Castro Theatre reopened last month and it is breathtaking. And their ADA people were absolutely lovely and we had an amazing view
#PerfumeGenius #CastroTheatre #OurLifeInConcerts
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Some pics from Father John Misty at the newly-renovated Castro Theatre / they did an incredible job with the space / FJM puts on an amazing show / his lyrics are pure poetry
Father John Misty / Castro Theatre / San Francisco, California / Tuesday March 24 […]
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Some pics from Father John Misty at the newly-renovated Castro Theatre / they did an incredible job with the space / FJM puts on an amazing show / his lyrics are pure poetry
Father John Misty / Castro Theatre / San Francisco, California / Tuesday March 24 […]
[Original post on shakedown.social]
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Some pics from Father John Misty at the newly-renovated Castro Theatre / they did an incredible job with the space / FJM puts on an amazing show / his lyrics are pure poetry
Father John Misty / Castro Theatre / San Francisco, California / Tuesday March 24 […]
[Original post on shakedown.social]
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Currently at the screening of Clara Bow in "It" (1927) at San Francisco's Castro Theatre.
#It #ClaraBow #CastroTheatre #FilmSky #MovieSky #CinemaSky #SFSFF #SilentFilm
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#YOUNGFRANKENSTEIN is one of my all-time favorite films. Definitely TOP 20. I was honored to see the film at the #CASTROTHEATRE in San Francisco back in 2oo8 with it's star #GENEWILDER in the audience. He sat for a Q&A with us after the show and I was very happy to meet him. May he RIP.
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Castro Theatre, symbole culturel de San Francisco
mistertravel.news/2026/02/17/c...
#MisterTravel #ChatGPT #Grok #Claude #Gemini #Copilot #SanFrancisco #CastroTheatre #Cinéma #Culture
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#SamSmith ushers in a new era at the #CastroTheatre with first of a 20-show residency ✏️: Mike DeWald.
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#SamSmith ushers in a new era at the #CastroTheatre with first of a 20-show residency, with Isabel Dumaa ✏️: Mike DeWald.
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#SamSmith ushers in a new era at the #CastroTheatre with first of a 20-show residency, with #IsabelDumaa ✏️: Mike DeWald. riffmagazine.com/news/sam-smi...
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Reporting Live from the Grand Opening of the Restoration of San Francisco's movie palace - The Castro Theatre!
#Filmsky #MovieSky #CinemaSky #CastroTheatre #SanFrancisco #BaghdadBytheBay
@castrotheatre.bsky.social
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Why we’re so excited about the reopening of the fabulous Castro Theatre #SanFrancisco #CastroTheatre - buff.ly/UusJ83S
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Looking forward to more of this in 2026… 👀💫
20 nights of freedom at the iconic Castro Theatre.
To Be Free: San Francisco starts February 10.
Can’t wait to share it all with you. ❤️🏳️🌈
#tobefreeSF #samsmith #castroTheatre #liveMusic #newyear2026
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Sam Smith Will Bring Their ‘To Be Free’ Residency to San Francisco’s Castro Theatre: Singer also shared a cover of “Ain’t No Sunshine,” filmed in SF’s iconic LGBTQ district, The Castro #SamSmith #ToBeFree #CastroTheatre #SanFrancisco #LGBTQ
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Honored to have met him and seen a public presentation of #YOUNGFRANKENSTEIN with him from the front row of the #CASTROTHEATRE in San Francisco back in 2oo8. Such a sweet and kind gentleman. I could see why #GILDARADNER loved him.
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FINAL picture of this series 30 of 30. I’ll still post pictures and absolutely appreciate all of the positive vibes this last month. Remember, All you need is #love #leatherpride #sanfrancisco #palmsprings #folsomstreetfair #dorealley #blackandwhite #Castro #photography #photo #castrotheatre
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Over the next 30 days I’m going to be taking random photos from my LARGE stash and clean them up for posting.
14 of 30. Another one of the Castro Theatre. Definitely my most favorite photo subject. #goldengatebridge #CastroTheatre #sanfrancisco #photo #photography
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Over the next 30 days I’m going to be taking random photos from my LARGE stash and clean them up for posting.
13 of 30. Another one of my second most favorite photo subject. #goldengatebridge #CastroTheatre #sanfrancisco #photo #photography #bridges
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Over the next 30 days I’m going to be taking random photos from my LARGE stash and clean them up for posting.
12 of 30. My second most favorite photo subject is the #goldengatebridge. #CastroTheatre #sanfrancisco #photo #photography #bridges
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Over the next 30 days I’m going to be taking random photos from my LARGE stash and clean them up for posting.
11 of 30. This is New Years Eve morning in 2012 at the corner of Castro and 18th street. #castrotheatre #castrostreet #SanFrancisco #Photo #Photography
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Over the next 30 days I’m going to be taking random photos from my LARGE stash and clean them up for posting.
10 of 30. This is from 2006 when I attended the GAYVN awards. I absolutely LOVE taking pictures of the #castrotheatre #folsomstreetfair #sanfrancisco #gayvn
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Over the next 30 days I’m going to be taking random photos from my LARGE stash and clean them up for posting.
10 of 30. This is from 2006 when I attended the GAYVN awards. I absolutely LOVE taking pictures of the #castrotheatre #folsomstreetfair #sanfrancisco #photography #photo
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