Built in 1915, designed by renowned architect Thomas Lamb, the theatre is the anchor to the Arts & Entertainment district in the city which comprises a new high school for the visual and performing arts, offices of the Washington County Arts Council and numerous new businesses and retail enterprises. The Theatre provides comfortable seating for 1300 at performances of country artists, comedians, orchestra concerts, children's shows, musicians, recitals, plays, including serving as the home of the Maryland Symphony Orchestra, Barbara Ingram School for the Arts, City Ballet School and the Miss Maryland Scholarship Pageant. Additionally, The Theatre hosts a variety of private events including business lectures and seminars, weddings and birthdays, memorial services, holiday gatherings, fundraisers and networking events. The Maryland Theatre welcomes approximately 100,000 people through her doors annually.