A Theatre With Deep Roots in the Community
This beloved neighborhood theatre is being revitalized to become the official home of The Majestic Empire Foundation’s year-round, accessible performing arts education programs.
Located just north of downtown San Antonio, the Josephine Theatre first opened its doors in 1947 as a neighborhood movie house. Over the decades, it evolved into a cherished community venue for plays, musicals, and local productions—welcoming generations of families and artists into its seats and onto its stage.
Now in partnership, The Majestic Empire Foundation is leading a new chapter in its story—preserving its historic charm while transforming it into a vibrant hub for youth education, artistic development, and community engagement.
Where Students Take Center Stage
The Josephine Theatre is now the official home of MEF’s year-round, tuition-free arts education programs—serving thousands of students from across San Antonio and South Texas. From acting and voice to technical theatre and design, The Josephine is where students:
Rehearse and perform in a professional yet accessible setting
Participate in masterclasses, camps, and workshops
Receive one-on-one coaching and mentorship
Build confidence, creativity, and life skills
It’s more than a building—it’s a launchpad for the next generation of artists and leaders.
Revitalizing for the Future
MEF is currently leading a major renovation of the Josephine Theatre, transforming its spaces to better serve students, families, and the community. Renovation plans include:
Upgrades to lobby and cabaret spaces for flexible, student-focused and community use
Accessibility improvements and ADA compliance
Enhanced lighting, acoustics, and technical infrastructure
New classroom, rehearsal, and support spaces
This investment is about more than physical space—it’s about ensuring all students, regardless of background, have access to high-quality arts education in a safe, inspiring environment.
Be Part of the Transformation
You can help bring this vision to life. MEF is seeking donors, sponsors, and partners to support the ongoing renovation and expansion of programs at The Josephine Theatre.
Whether you give $25 or $25,000, your gift helps preserve a historic landmark and provide life-changing opportunities for students across our region.
Together, we can restore this community gem and reimagine it as a vibrant home for creative learning, performance, and belonging.