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The Great Star Theater before restoration

Reviving the Magic

December 07, 2024
A behind-the-scenes look at the restoration of San Francisco Chinatown's historic Great Star Theater
The Great Star Theater, a historic gem in the heart of Chinatown, has undergone an extraordinary transformation. When we first took occupancy, the theater was in dire condition. Its grandeur was buried under years of neglect. Restoring the Great Star to its former glory required vision, ambition, and backbreaking work. Here's a behind-the-scenes look at how we brought this theater back to life.