The Egyptian Theatre located in downtown Boise on the corner of Capitol Blvd. and Main St. is an incredible historical landmark for everyone to visit.
The theatre originally opened on April 19, 1927, and is now the last downtown single screen theatre. It was then restored in 1999 by the Hardy Foundation. It still includes the original Egyptian detail inspired by the tomb of King Tut.
“I think the most notable and admirable part of the theater is the design of it,” said junior Emilia Defonte
Today, the Egyptian Theatre often is most known for their showing of movies. Several classic movies from the nineties are put on like “The Bodyguard and Friday”, as well as old timey films such as “Gone with the Wind”.
Downtown Bosie is a popular hangout spot for Eagle High students on the weekends with the theatre being a particularly fun place to go.
“I love going to the Egyptian theatre with my friends,” said junior Meri Roda “The look of it and seeing old movies make it such a unique experience.”
Some upcoming events are a meet up on Feb. 27 with the author of the book “Firekeeper’s Daughter”, Angeline Boulley. Fans of the novel will get to talk with her about their favorite moments from the story, as well as hear about some of the writing process.
On March 7 and 9, “La Traviata” will perform an opera based on the novel, “The Lady of the Camellias”. This story is set in 1853 and follows a journey of a women named Violetta, who falls in love with a man named Alfredo, while facing societal and personal challenges along the way.
However, one of the most well-known events is “Swan Lake”, put on by the State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine on April 22. The production has over 200 custom scenery pieces and is performed by incredible Ukrainian dancers that provide a night to remember.
The Boise’s Egyptian Theatre is a classic historical site that all must see while walking around the downtown area. For more information go the Egyptian Theatre’s website.
