Imperial Theatre

This vaudeville-era theater has set the stage for many legends and was a significant backdrop for Mr. Brown. Serving as a rehearsal venue before leaving on world tours, Mr. Brown and his band the Soul Generals would jam into groove perfection. The Imperial Theatre was also the destination for Mr. Brown’s annual Christmas Toy Giveaway where he would spread cheer and hope to local underprivileged children - a tradition that lives on in his honor today. Soul starts here.