Built in 1928, the 7th Street Theatre is a local treasure. In its early years, it hosted vaudeville acts and became the very first theatre in Washington to present "talkies." In 1987, the theatre was successfully listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The interior of the theatre itself is a glorious example of an "atmospheric" theatre. Instead of the bland curtain covered walls of modern theatres, here, you are transported through architectural elements and ornamentation to a Spanish courtyard under an evening sky. Periodically, the theatre presents classic movies. I was able to attend a showing of The Goonies, and while I already have this in my personal movie collection, getting the chance to see it once again on the big screen for the first time since 1985 was too tempting to pass up..."Goonies Never Say Die!" There are fewer than 50 Atmospheric Theatres left in the entire world. If you ever get a chance to attend a movie or live performance at this one, do yourself a favor and go to the show! read more

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Beautiful nastalgic experience. Great fun very affordable the decor is amazing loved the tile in the bathroom .

Such an amazing gem in the little town. We were walking by, in awe of the beauty on the outside, an employee named Jaime (I believe is the spelling) offered to give us a little tour. She was very knowledgeable and told us the history of the building, the stories of the work put into restoring it. The view was breathtaking to see when the theatre lights turned on. Such a great experience, we will try and make our way back here for a show. read more

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This spectacular 1000+ seat theatre was built in 1928 for vaudeville and later movies. The style is a Seville Spanish hacienda with a high arched dome celing painted to look like the evening sky. There are even twinkle lights to simulate stars when the lights dim for the performance (when I was a kid in the 50's going to 25 cent movie matinees, I was convinced these were holes from cowboys firing off their Colts in appreciation of a play or musical. The place has super accoustics. I recall from my high school music days that you can be in the upper balcony and hear clearly a whisper on stage. Recently the theatre undewent a major restoration bringing it back to it's "just out of the box" glory. This restoration, thanks to the community. Today was my first time back since that renno. I was impressed by the re-creation to close to original paint, carpets and gilded features. It is beautiful!! Today, the theatre is home to second run movies with a new sound and light system hosting local high school and community theatrical productions as well as special community events as the one I attended today. This theatre can be more (hence my holding back the 5th star). It's not for lack of quality facility. With a similar renno of Aberdeen's D&R Theatre, the planned opening of a boutique hotel in Hoquiam (the Tully's is already in place !) , and the proximity to miles of ocean and acres of national forests nearby, a major arts festival ala Ashland OR should be possible with the 7th Street as a cornerstone. read more

I came for a screening of Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade. I was impressed with the actual size of the auditorium and how clean it was. The projection and audio quality were great. If you happen to be in town when there's a movie showing I would really recommend checking this place out. read more

7th Street Theatre - Small snack bar in the lobby. - Performing Arts Near Me - Hoquiam, Washington

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I am new to the Hoquiam area and one of my new favorite places is 7th Street! The theater itself is historic and beautiful. The staff is also incredibly hospitable and even gave my friends a quick history lesson on the theater and it's significance before the show started. We loved the August freight festival and my friends and I also went to see the classic, The Big Lebowski. The theater plays classic movies. But it isn't just about playing a movie, it is also about creating an experience - something you might not get at a normal cinema. Tickets are also incredibly affordable. So are their concessions snacks. Get the popcorn, with real melted butter. It's addicting. Not to mention the theater itself is gorgeous. Clearly, I could rant about 7th Street for a while. So do yourself a favor and visit! :) read more

This is a fun date night spot: restored architecture, cheap movies and lots of seating. Only complaint was that there didn't appear to be speakers in the very back row. Like stepping back in time to the area's better days. read more

I do the Anual Summer plays in the Theater Program every year. I have been doing it for 6 years now, and I still love the Theater. The stage has just been referbashed and the seats are brand new. The stars in the cielling twinkle with lights, and the carpets are soft. The art work in the Lobby is amazing for the time that the Theater was built. We are doing the 20th play at the Theater this year, Wizard of Oz, and kids will be flying across the stage. I plan to do plays in this Theater as long as I can. You can't forget about Barnaby and Almai though, our ghosts that like to play around with the doors. Be careful around Almai, because she may not take a liking to you. read more