The Leaf Theater is a historical theater in Quincy, Florida, run by the non-profit group Quincy Music Theater.
The Leaf Theater was built in 1949 and named for the economic impact of shade tobacco on the community.[1] Originally a movie theater, the grand opening was hosted by Roy Rogers.[2] The building had air conditioning, a cry room, and a separate entrance for blacks before desegregation took effect.[2] In 1980, the Leaf closed due to competition from multiplexes.[2]
In 1983, the building was purchased and donated to the Quincy Music Theatre group who restored it through a preservation grant, local funds [3] and private gifts from donors who were relations of the Quincy residents who were original purchasers of Coca-Cola stocks.[4] The theater now hosts live musical theatre and educational events throughout the year. In the summer, The Leaf sponsors a Children's Summer Theatre Workshop and film events.[5] Steven L. Taylor periodically conducts master class workshops at The Leaf.[6][7]
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- ^ "Quincy Music Theatre | Performing Arts of Gadsen County". quincymusictheatre.com. Retrieved August 15, 2023.
- ^ "QMT Presents – the Lion Kings L. Steven Taylor | Quincy Music Theatre". Archived from the original on April 18, 2014. Retrieved April 17, 2014.
- ^ "L. Steven Taylor: Credits, Bio, News & More | Broadway World". www.broadwayworld.com. Retrieved August 15, 2023.