Dr. William E. Upton provided financing for the building, replacing a former mansion on this site which was used for the theatre.  The Art Deco style building’s exterior is reminiscent of a circus tent, emphasized by the stone entry archways that give the impression of the tent flap openings.  The 500 seat theatre boasts beautiful lead crystal chandeliers imported from Yugoslavia, and decorative limestone detailing.  The theatre was renovated in 2001 to provide enhanced electrical and mechanical systems.