Hollywood Glamour at the Granada Theatre

July 15th, 2009

The historic 1924 landmark Granada Theatre in downtown Santa Barbara has just finished its first full season in operation since its major renovations were completed. Now that it’s up and running, it’s opening its doors a little wider and welcoming events. This is super exciting news! The Granada is magnificent and would be a unique and totally astounding venue for a corporate reception or - gasp - a wedding reception! Think vintage hollywood glamour, a black-tie fete with your name in lights. Goosebumps! You could have so much fun weaving ideas for an event here. I’ve posted some photos of the theatre below, but also be sure to check out the very end of the post for an inspiration board I put together for a wedding reception here. For more information or details contact me donna@donnaromanievents.com. xo!

Imagine red carpet treatment at the front entrance for guests and your name (or company's name) in lights on the marquee

The lobby is a gorgeous spot for cocktails or a welcome reception

The Upstairs Mezzanine would be perfect for a lounge

or to spotlight that gorgeous cake

The entrance off the mezzanine to the

McCune Founders Room (i.e. Banquet Hall)

The Founders Room will seat 125 comfortably or

100 with a dance floor and a DJ

There are Kitchen facilities (no open flames) and plenty of bathrooms. If you plan a buffet, you could put the buffet tables out on the Mezzanine. Wha-la!

The theatre can be rented out for an additional fee; you could seat 100 on the stage for dinner (how fun!)

Okay, now that you’ve seen The Granada, here are some of my initial thoughts:

I love the regal plums, purples and gold paired with the theatre's majestic reds - Vintage glam: Sign me up!