The Farr Best Theater, an intimate, 158-seat venue in downtown Mansfield, is a gem of Mansfield history.
It was first opened on October 10, 1917, by Milton May Farr. He became one of the city's most prominent citizens and oversaw the installation of the first electric lights in the city and a modernized water system. He named the theatre the Best Farr Theatre, and then in 1950, it became known as the Farr Best Theater. For 58 continuous years, it was operated by Milton and Annie Farr and their nine children.
The Farr Best Theater has seen several owners and uses since then but was most recently purchased in 2017 by the City of Mansfield to preserve the building and return it to its intended use as a theater. It is currently undergoing a revitalization to retain and enhance much of the original historic charm. It operates as a community arts venue hosting concerts, movies, theatrical productions, lectures, dance, magic, and various community events.
The theater was placed on the National Register of Historic Places on September 12, 1996.
Located:
109 N. Main St., Mansfield, TX 76063
Rental Inquiries:
Are you looking to host your show or event at the Farr Best Theater?
Rates are $50/hour for Non-Profit Organizations and $60/hour for Commercial/Individual rentals. A/V equipment can be rented for $120/day and "prime time" rentals (Thursday-Sunday) require a 6-hour minimum, all other days require a 4-hour minimum.
For more information, contact us at 817-728-3338 or [email protected]
As an homage to Earth Day, this workshop will focus on the participant story, and will used found objects provided by the workshop host, or if you have items to share or integrate into your story jewelry, you are welcome to bring those along too. Items to consider would be broken jewelry, keys, hardware, metal pieces, interesting rocks or stones, etc. Jewelry making techniques will be taught, as well as a conversation on the ways that w...
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Enjoy an unforgettable night of magic, mystery, and mind reading with the "Thought Leader - Mind Reader" Braden Daniels.
Reimagine The Impossible
Embark on a journey into your imagination as "Thought Leader - Mind Reader" Braden Daniels guides you through an enchanting evening of impossibility. T he Brain�Storm Show will stimulate your senses and blow your mind with lots of audience participation, storytelling, comedy, and many mind be...
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Temper tantrums, stress responses, and the inability to regulate emotions is just as common in adults, as it is in kids! This workshop will introduce participants to the process of felting, and we will use that skill to make a model of the brain, that can then be used to teach our kids, colleagues, partners about what is happening in our brains when we react out of sorts. Knowing these things about ourselves helps us have compassion for...
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Terrhonda Hillman returns to the Farr Best in an encore performance based on her book, Daughter of the Other Woman. In this one woman show, Terrhonda plays several characters that impacted the trajectory of her life. You will laugh, cry, and be inspired as you watch Terrhonda transform into each character giving you a glimpse of her life’s journey.
This show contains mature themes and is not recommended for younger audiences.
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Terrhonda Hillman returns to the Farr Best in an encore performance based on her book, Daughter of the Other Woman. In this one woman show, Terrhonda plays several characters that impacted the trajectory of her life. You will laugh, cry, and be inspired as you watch Terrhonda transform into each character giving you a glimpse of her life’s journey.
This show contains mature themes and is not recommended for younger audiences.
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Featuring Yvette Moore
Join us at the Farr Best Theater for a night of incredible performances at our open mic event! Whether you're a musician, comedian, poet, or magician, we want to see what you've got. Share your talents with a supportive audience and have a blast showcasing your skills. Don't miss this opportunity to shine on stage and connect with fellow creatives. See you there!
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A mandala, or circle as it is translated from Sanskrit, is one of the oldest symbols found in many cultures around the world. This workshop will walk participants through both the history of the mandala throughout the world, but will teach the practice of drawing mandalas as a meditation. Participants will also create a group mandala, and will have the opportunity to discuss the impact that group work has on our connection to others. Ou...
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A Special Sunday Edition of
The Farr Best Open Mic CALLING ALL TALENT! COME CELEBRATE YOUR VOICE
Join us at the Farr Best Theater for a night of incredible performances at our open mic event! Whether you're a musician, comedian, poet, or magician, we want to see what you've got. Share your talents with a supportive audience and have a blast showcasing your skills. Don't miss this opportunity to shine on stage and connect with fellow c...
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This groundbreaking stage play gives the audience a glimpse of what it could possibly look like if African American descendants of slaves were each awarded 1.2 million dollars. The question on everyone’s mind is, “What will they do with the money?” Different scenarios are visited while following the lives of a group of acquaintances. Reparations will ignite conversations as many thought-provoking opinions are shared on stage for the aud...
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This groundbreaking stage play gives the audience a glimpse of what it could possibly look like if African American descendants of slaves were each awarded 1.2 million dollars. The question on everyone’s mind is, “What will they do with the money?” Different scenarios are visited while following the lives of a group of acquaintances. Reparations will ignite conversations as many thought-provoking opinions are shared on stage for the aud...
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