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Entertainment ProvidersFlorida, United States11-50 Employees
The Florida Theatre is a historic entertainment venue in Jacksonville, Florida, offering a diverse slate of cultural and live events throughout the year. Its programming spans traditional performing arts such as ballet and opera to contemporary genres including pop, jazz, rock, country, and blues, while also serving as a venue for graduations, awards ceremonies, lectures, meetings, and charitable events that engage the local community. The organization draws hundreds of thousands of attendees annually to the downtown riverfront area and operates as a nonprofit anchor that supports schools, churches, hospitals, and civic groups through its programming and events. Established in 1927, the preserved venue is recognized as one of the Southeast’s premier concert spaces and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Recent developments include partnerships with local arts groups and educational programs, reflecting ongoing collaboration with the community to provide live performances and music education opportunities.