1973 Palace Reopening ID: 2160 | This file appears in: Palace Theater The Palace Theater shut its doors in 1969. In 1973, the Playhouse Square Foundation decided to temporarily reopen the Palace and show cabaret performances there. This photo, taken on opening night, November 1973, shows a large crowd excited for what awaits. Image courtesy of Cleveland State University Library Special Collections Download Original File "1973 Palace Reopening" appears in: Palace Theater