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Orpheum Theatre Projection Booth
April 21, 1927
The projection room in the Orpheum Theatre, with projectors and other equipment ready for movie viewing.
Orpheum Theatre Projection Booth
February 23, 1954
RCA Artcraft and IPC Simplex Cinemascope projector equipment in projection room with operators, at the Orpheum Theatre, 216 State Street.
Orpheum Theatre Marquee
October 30, 1934
The Orpheum Theatre, 216 State Street, with marquee advertising "Cleopatra" with Claudette Colbert and Warren William.
Orpheum Theatre Lounge & Smoking Room
April 5, 1927
The Lounge & Smoking Room at the Orpheum Theatre, located at 216 State Street.
Orpheum Theatre Interior
April 2, 1927
Interior view from the stage of the auditorium with balcony, at the New Orpheum Theatre at 216 State Street.
