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As seen during my visit, the Orpheum Theatre stands between two buildings and at the end of a back entrance alleyway.
The slow motion video of the theatre's facade plainly showcases the old and tattered exterior of the building.
The slow motion video of the theatre's facade plainly showcases the old and tattered exterior of the building.
Nestled in the corner of Winters and Tremont street, the Orpheum Theatre seems oddly detached to the hustle and bustle of the city. This is perhaps due to the common entrance today having been originally designed to be the back exit of the theatre.
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The first artwork piece is of a mother holding a baby and connected to the sky, surrounded by children eagerly listening to her speak. This is most likely a religious reference to the Virgin Mary and Jesus Christ, a tribute to the religiosity of the…
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This third artwork shows one person playing music and the other dancing, a tribute to the importance of entertainment throughout the ages.
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The second artwork reminiscent of the theatre's early era. The artwork display's Adam and Eve on either sides of the Harvard Musical Association seal, the founders of humanity and of the Hall respectively.
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The facade of the Orpheum Theatre, one of Boston's oldest music halls and film venues.
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The facade of the Orpheum Theatre, one of Boston's oldest music halls and film venues.
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Image of present day restoration of the mosque
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