The Lincoln Theater is back in business
Photo by NCinDC on Flickr
The Post reports that music venue owner IMP, which operates the 9:30 Club and Merriweather Post Pavilion, is now managing the District-owned Lincoln Theater.
As we noted before, the Lincoln Theater’s revival in the 1990s failed to measure up to the Howard Theatre’s recent rebirth. Last year we compared the number of scheduled events at both theaters from May 11 to June 30, 2012. The contrast was stunning as the Howard had announced 51 scheduled events compared to the Lincoln’s paltry five.
The District’s new operator for the Lincoln has already booked comedians Ira Glass and Cheech and Chong, as well as musical performers Janelle Monae, Soundgarden’s Chris Cornell, and KT Tunstall for next month.
The Lincoln is just one of four big venues within a mile of LeDroit Park:
| Theater | Distance | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| Howard Theatre | 0.3 mi | 600 if seated; 1,000 if standing |
| 9:30 Club | 0.6 mi | 1,200 standing |
| Lincoln Theater | 0.8 mi | 1,225 seated |
| Black Cat | 1.0 mi | 700 standing and 200 in the backstage |
The Lincoln Theater’s 1,225 fixed seats set the venue apart. Though this configuration limits the types of acts that will perform, it also guarantees each patron a reserved space.
Check out the Post’s handy comparison chart, including typical headliners and food options for each venue.
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