Rialto Theatre Tucson Tickets

Dedicated to entertain the locals since the 1920s, Rialto Theatre Tucson is still home to an eclectic range of performances. From concerts by touring bands and solo acts by instrumentalists to laser shows and glass art competitions, and even a movie screening on occasion, the Rialto Theatre has a bag full of tricks that caters to all ages and diverse interests. Get a taste of this historic venue with Rialto Theatre Tucson tickets with a performance of your choice.

The Rialto Theatre was built in 1920 by William Curlett and Son and is situated on the Congress St., Tucson, Arizona. It started out as the first theater to show silent movies and other popular theater performances to the common man. Its name was changed to 'The Paramount' in the 1930s when it was purchased by Paramount-Publix and started presenting the "talking movies". Over time the theater has seen many ups and down including several name changes and periods where it remained closed for years on end. Currently a nonprofit organization by the name of The Rialto Theatre Foundation runs the theater with the aim to preserve the history that the theater represents. Douglas Biggers serves as the executive director of the foundation and its board constitutes mainly of volunteers from the community. Today Rialto Theatre Tucson shows are attended by over a hundred thousand people reportedly.

So gear up with Rialto Theatre Tucson tickets and enjoy a variety of performances in the artistic décor of this theater that seems to be as etched in history as the place itself!