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Lyric Theater, Miami

Built by Geder Walker, this theater was opened in 1913 and was a major African-American entertainment destination until the 1960s.

Built by Geder Walker, this theater was opened in 1913 and was a major African-American entertainment destination until the 1960s. Performers from Count Basie to BB King to Aretha Franklin have performed there. Do not enter, this place is gated off and is does not function as a theater any longer.


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About Lyric Theater

 819 Northwest 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL, United States

 +1 305-636-2390

 www.theblackarchives.org

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