Built in 1923, this Classical Revival Style theatre right in the heart of downtown, was owned by Barney Zeit and his brothers who wanted “the biggest and best theatre in New Bedford”. Closed by the late 1970’s, WHALE led efforts to save the theatre and restore it to its former glory and role as a performing arts center. Now, nearly 40 years later, WHALE is once again involved with “the Z” as a consultant for a new massive rehabilitation project that will accommodate the space and performance needs of a modern day venue.
