The Tower Theatre for the Performing Arts in Fresno's Tower District

The crown jewel of Fresno's hottest nightlife neighborhood, the Tower Theatre lends its name to an area which has been a community focus of arts and entertainment for generations.

Opened in 1939 as a 20th Century Fox Movie House the theater was restored in 1990 and reopened as a center for the performing arts. In 1992, the theatre was placed on the National Register of Historic Places. Considered to be the finest facility of its kind in California, the Tower Theatre boasts an authentic art deco theme throughout the interior and exterior. The covered foyer of Italian Terrazo, as well as the adjoining lobby with its beautiful historic Carvarts glass etching, serve as a mingling area for patrons between acts. It is also conveniently available for refreshments or concession sales.

Anchored by the theatre, the Tower District has seen a booming resurgence with many new restaurants and clubs opening within a four mile radius. The theatre is located at the central intersection of Wishon and Olive avenues, relatively close to the Fresno-Yosemite International Air Terminal, Freeway 41, Hwy 99, and major hotels.

The theatre is a 1940's moderne deco masterpiece. Located directly adjacent on either side of the theatre are Palomino's Restaurant, Tower Dogs, and just across the street is Roger Rocka's Dinner Theatre. Within a short walking distance are Livingstone's Bar & Grill, The 2nd Space Theatre, Grandmarie's Chicken Pie Shop, Sequoia Brewing Company, Irene's Cafe, Starbuck's Coffee, Veni Vidi Vici, Cuca's Mexican, Me-n-Ed's Pizza Parlor, and many other great Tower District dining spots.

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~ TOWER THEATRE EVENTS ~

FOR SHOW INFORMATION
AND TICKET RESERVATIONS CALL
(559) 485-9050
at the
Tower Theatre Box Office
Monday-Friday 10:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m.
Closed Saturday and Sunday
Box Office opens at 12:00 Noon on Show Days

Tower Theatre Seating Chart

Friday February 3, 2012 - 8:00 p.m.

An Evening with
Judy Collins

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Tickets can be purchased by calling The Tower Theatre Box Office:
485-9050. Hours are Mon - Fri, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at The Tower Theatre
on the corner of Olive & Wishon or online.

Friday February 17, 2012 - 7:30 p.m.

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Tickets can be purchased by calling The Tower Theatre Box Office:
485-9050. Hours are Mon - Fri, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at The Tower Theatre
on the corner of Olive & Wishon or online.

Saturday February 25, 2012 - 7:30 p.m.

An Evening of Pink Floyd Music LIVE by
Gilmour Floyd
and Laserium Light Show

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Tickets can be purchased by calling The Tower Theatre Box Office:
485-9050. Hours are Mon - Fri, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at The Tower Theatre
on the corner of Olive & Wishon or online.

Sunday March 4, 2012
Saturday March 10, 2012

Show Times for both dates:
2 pm / 4 pm / 8 pm

NOCO (fresNO dance COllective) is a non-profit organization founded in 2010 to help produce Fresno dance artists, develop emerging talent, and enrich the arts in the Fresno metropolitan area by fostering collaboration and embracing diversity.

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Tickets can be purchased by calling The Tower Theatre Box Office:
485-9050. Hours are Mon - Fri, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at The Tower Theatre
on the corner of Olive & Wishon or online.

Sunday March 8, 2012 - 8:00 pm

Herman Rarebell came to know Fresno during a tour with the Scorpions in the 1980’s. He came back on November 4, 2011 to Fresno State for a book signing of his new biography “And Speaking of Scorpions…” co-written with Fresno State Alumnus, Michael Krikorian. The band is already recording a new album full of surprises with a very heavy and modern sound. At least one single from the new EP will be in the set. Don't miss this Hurricane!

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Tickets can be purchased by calling The Tower Theatre Box Office:
485-9050. Hours are Mon - Fri, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at The Tower Theatre
on the corner of Olive & Wishon or online.

Saturday March 31, 2012 - 8:00 p.m.
Doors open at 7:00

Performing together since 1979, Strunz & Farah are the innovators of an entirely new expression for the acoustic guitar. Decades ahead of their time, they originated an exotic style that now is widely followed.

From Costa Rica and Iran respectively, Jorge Strunz and Ardeshir Farah have brought the cultural riches of their native lands into their highly virtuosic, rhythmic, and improvisation-rich original instrumental compositions, profoundly influencing guitarists worldwide. Their meeting in 1979 marked the first time that Latin American and Middle Eastern music came together on the guitar. They remain the undisputed masters of the form they created.

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Tickets can be purchased by calling The Tower Theatre Box Office:
485-9050. Hours are Mon - Fri, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at The Tower Theatre
on the corner of Olive & Wishon or online.

Saturday April 7, 2012 - 8:00 p.m.

Music comes to life through a dynamic multi-sensory event that brings music, dance and art together.

Concert proceeds benefit Break the Barriers, local non profit bringing people with all abilities into the world of sports and arts..

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Tickets can be purchased by calling The Tower Theatre Box Office:
485-9050. Hours are Mon - Fri, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at The Tower Theatre
on the corner of Olive & Wishon or online.

Saturday April 14, 2012 - 8:00 p.m.

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Tickets can be purchased by calling The Tower Theatre Box Office:
485-9050. Hours are Mon - Fri, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at The Tower Theatre
on the corner of Olive & Wishon or online.

Saturday May 12, 2012 - 7:30 pm
Doors open at 6:30

Beatles vs. Stones – A Musical Shoot Out
The British Invasion brought us the two most popular rock groups of all time, the Beatles and the Rolling Stones, as well as the liveliest debate in rock history - which band is the greatest? These two legendary bands will engage in an on-stage, mash-up duel - a musical “shoot out of the hits” if you will – featuring internationally renowned tribute bands, Abbey Road and Jumping Jack Flash.

Five alternating power sets with the two bands makes this two hour show a once-in-a-lifetime event.

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Tickets can be purchased by calling The Tower Theatre Box Office:
485-9050. Hours are Mon - Fri, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at The Tower Theatre
on the corner of Olive & Wishon or online.

Check the Fresno Filmworks Website for upcoming
movies playing at the Tower Theatre!

Visit the Fresno Reel Pride Website
for upcoming movies and Film Festivals.

Friends of the
Tower Theatre for the Performing Arts:

Visit TheatreworksUSA, America's largest theatre for young and family audiences. Their plays, musicals, and guest artists tour all over the United States to at least 44 states every year!

Visit the California Theatre Center
for upcoming Plays and Performances.

Visit Artspower National Touring Theatre,
ArtsPower’s productions speak to the rewards associated with
overcoming adversity and of the American ideals
of freedom and respect for others.

Visit the American Theatre Arts for Youth
for upcoming Shows and Musicals.

Tickets for all shows are on sale now at the Tower Theatre Box Office.
We accept all major credit cards.

DIRECTIONS & LOCATION
The Tower Theatre is located at
815 E.Olive Avenue in Fresno, CA 93728

  From the North, take Olive Avenue exit off freeway 99. Turn left on Olive and go East, past Roeding Park two miles into the Tower District to the intersection of Olive and Wishon.

   From the South, after passing downtown Fresno, take the 168 exit, go 1/2 mile to Van Ness/Fulton exit, once off highway go across Fulton to Van Ness, turn left, go one mile north to Olive, then left to the Theatre at Olive and Wishon.

   From the Fresno-Yosemite Int'l Airport, take McKinley Avenue west to Wishon, turn left on Wishon and go 1/2 mile south to the Theatre. See our Tower Theatre Location Map.