Bagdad Theater (historic Hawthorne Boulevard movie palace and music venue)

The Bagdad Theater, opened in 1927, is a historic movie palace on SE Hawthorne Boulevard noted for its Spanish-style architecture, neon marquee, and lobby murals. Today it operates as a cinema and live music venue, hosting film screenings, concerts, and community events while retaining many original interior features. The theater is a long-standing cultural and entertainment landmark in Southeast Portland.