The Majestic Theater 
The Majestic Theater opened in Gettysburg in 1925 as the largest vaudeville and silent movie theater in south-central Pennsylvania. The theater was designed by the prominent Philadelphia architect W.H. Lee, and built by Henry Scharf, manager of the historic Hotel Gettysburg. The $16 million restoration of the theater has meticulously re-created its original Colonial Revival features including:
- Decorative pressed metal ceiling, burnished with rich glazes.
- Stained glass chandeliers with crystal decorations.
- Proscenium arch framed by massive Doric columns and pilasters.
- Elaborate stage draperies.
- Stunning color pallet of Gingersnap Brown, Terrain Tan, Oak-Buff Yellow, Carlsbad Canyon Orange, Iron Gate Gray, Eucalyptus Leaf Blue Green, and Glazes of Gold and Bronze.
- Deep plush patron seating with hand-painted cast iron end standards.
- Custom-woven carpets in thick wool pile.
- Raked balcony seating for clear sight lines.
- Spacious lobbies and a grand staircase.
- Computerized box office.
- Spacious and luxurious bathrooms.
- Handicap seating and elevator access.
- Gourmet concessions and beverage bars.
