PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- It opened as the Arch Street Opera House in 1870, but when it became The Troc 26 years later, it became Philly's primary vaudeville and burlesque theatre for more than 50 years.

In the 1930s the Trocadero--along with Ciro’s and the Mocambo--ruled the Sunset Strip. Carole Lombard, Sid Grauman, Ida Lupino and scores of other Hollywood types would drink, dine and dance away the ...

After several days of rumors and a last-minute attempt by local promoters to save it, Philadelphia’s Trocadero Theatre — part of the city’s entertainment skyline since 1870 — is closing at the end of ...

It’s been a sad few days for fans of the Trocadero in Philadelphia. News broke on March 14 that the legendary Chinatown venue would be closing. The reports have been confirmed by one employee to ...

After decades of live music, comedy and more at 1003 Arch Street in Chinatown, Philadelphia’s storied Trocadero Theatre will reportedly soon close. Two Trocadero employees confirmed to Philadelphia ...