[2][3][4] During its heyday, notable performers included Flash Gordon and cowboy heroes Ray "Crash" Corrigan, Tim Holt, Tex Ritter and Fred Scott.

The theatre would often host national touring acts the evening before their opening night in San Francisco.

[4] The theatre featured a Leatherby-Smith pipe organ that was originally installed in 1924, and played during silent films and between shows.

The theatre was designed in classic revival style, featuring Corinthian columns, sculpted urns and figurative sculptures.

It is claimed that the design of the theatre was inspired by the Palais Garnier, albeit on a much smaller, less grand and ornate scale.

The auditorium features a large art-deco chandelier with a beaux-artes style ceiling decoration and a grand balcony.

The theatre is currently operated by Anthony Lane-Cotroneo of Entertainment Lane Inc.[14][15] Recent performances have featured Tony Danza, Pete Escovedo, Pasquale Esposito, Taye Diggs, Christopher Titus, John Witherspoon, George Lopez and Sinbad.