About Lake Country Playhouse
Lake Country Playhouse, Texas' oldest continuously operating movie theater, offers a unique experience that blends history with modern entertainment. Built in 1920, this historic theater shows movies and produces four live plays a year, showcasing a variety of acts that appeal to different ages. It also hosts the Lake Country Symphonic Band for four concerts annually. Visitors can enjoy hot popcorn and cold soda while taking in a show, with the added bonus of fifty cent movie tickets on Tuesday nights. This treasured theater provides reasonable prices for a fun day out. The nostalgic interior creates a wonderful atmosphere, and the friendly staff adds to the enjoyable experience. There is a dedicated area in the back of the theater for wheelchair accessibility, making it welcoming for everyone. With both old and new movies, live music, and plays, Lake Country Playhouse keeps things interesting throughout the year and remains a must-visit destination in Mineola.
I grew up with my grandmother taking me here all the time but I “out grew” it and started to going to Tyler or Sulphur Springs all the time because the sound wasn’t as good and they only showed 1 movie but it got bought out in recent years and the new owner has a done a heck of job. We took our son to see Sonic 3 there last minute one night and I was like “wow they’ve upped their game here.” They’re concessions and tickets aren’t outrageously priced with is good. They’re going a lot of fun stuff too like pajama nights and Saturday morning cartoons. Stuff your AMC or Regal won’t bring doing for kids lol. Just another reason local is better.
Absolutely amazing!! It was my wife’s birthday and we had the greatest night watching “Twelfth Knight”!! The incredible volunteer (BROADWAY WORTHY) actors & actresses hit a home run!! The Shakespearean vocabulary & lines mixed in with a modern comedic twist was a trip into a historical treasure. Thank you! Thank you! The entire crew, For letting the community escape the fast passed hustle & bustle for a brief moment with a love story filled with laughter. Can’t remember all the names but the two main female actors were so talented. Bravo, The drunk knights were my favorite, tied with the Jester who’s line were so difficult and tough, he could sing and change...read full review
Few places capture the living spirit of Texas history quite like the Lake Country Playhouse and Cinema in Downtown Mineola. Open since the 1920s, this theater isn’t just old—it’s the longest continuously operating theater in the entire state. And while plenty of modern cinemas have come and gone, the Lake Country Playhouse endures, gracefully bridging the golden age of film with today’s blockbusters.
Stepping into the Playhouse feels like stepping into a reel of cinematic history. It’s a place where you half-expect Humphrey Bogart to appear in the lobby or hear the soaring notes of The Sound of Music as the curtain rises. The Playhouse embraces its past...read full review