It is an independent, 501(c) non-profit charitable organization that is not affiliated with any church or denomination.

[1] It first opened as a west side movie theater in 1949 until becoming a Christian music venue in 1995.

[3][4] Since 1995, the Murray Hill Theatre has put on almost 2,000 live music events and concerts hosting the likes of Switchfoot, Jars of Clay, P.O.D., Family Force 5, the Almost, John Mark McMillan and countless other artists.

Other annual events include its anniversary show to commemorate its long existence as a music venue and the Scream the Prayer Tour.

Murray Hill Theatre is considered to be the nation's premier Christian rock venue.