The crown jewel of one of Fresno's hottest hostoric neighborhoods, 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 through the 90's, 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 access, 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, 'M' Restaurant, 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, Me-n-Ed's Pizza Parlor, and many other great dining spots on Olive Avenue.

See below for 2009-10 programs/ schedules for the Fresno Philharmonic, San Joaquin Valley Town Hall, and Fresno State Football

The Fresno Philharmonic 2009-2010 season

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masterworks 6 series
Pictures at an Exhibition
Sat. Sept. 26, 2009 - 8:00pm
Sun. Sept. 27, 2009 - 2:30pm

Mozart & Dvorak
Sat. Oct. 24, 2009 - 8:00pm
Sun. Oct. 25, 2009 - 2:30pm
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Suite Tchaikovsky
Sat. Nov. 21, 2009 - 8:00pm
Sun. Nov. 22, 2009 - 2:30pm

Romeo & Juliet on Valentine's Day
Sat. Feb. 13, 2010 - 8:00pm
Sun. Feb. 14, 2010 - 2:30pm

Beethoven's 9th
Sat. Mar. 6, 2010 - 8:00pm
Sun. Mar. 7, 2010 - 2:30pm

Symphonie Fantastique!
Sat. Apr. 17, 2010 - 8:00pm
Sun. Apr. 18, 2010 - 2:30pm

pops 3 series
The 5 Browns
Thurs. Oct. 15, 2009 - 7:30pm
Five sibling pianists conquer the music scene and make classical music cool.

Cirque de la Symphonie
Fri. Dec. 4, 2009 - 8:00pm
Aerialists fly overhead and acrobatic
feats are performed to classical masterpieces and favorite holiday music

San Joaquin Valley Town Hall .... Celebrating a 73rd Season!

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October 14: Dr. Alan J. Russell

Dr. Russell will discuss the science of regenerating damaged or diseased human body parts while offering real hope for the future of human health

November 18: Dr. Edward Diener

Find out the secret of building a healthy mental atitude under the tutelage of Dr. Diener, the Joseph R. Smiley Distinguished Professor of Pscycholge at the University of Illiois

January 20: David Brancaccio

Host of NOW on PBS (KVPT), Mr. Brancaccio's clarity on complex social, political, and economc issues has milliions of viewers tuning into his weekly show

February 17: Robert Fitzpatrick

Mr. Fitzpatrick has held a rich tapestry of positions that has made him an internationally admired leader in business, education, the arts and entertainment fields.

March 17: Juan Williams

As a political analyst for Fox Television and a regular panelist for FoxNews Sunday, Mr. Williams combines a bld perspective, solution-based look at life ad politics, often igniting thoughtful debate.

April 21: Steve Coll

'Having written "the finesy historical narrative so far on the origins of al Qaeda" according to The New York Times, Mr. Coll speaks on the development and links of terrorism in Pakistan, India, and Afghanistan.