The Garde Arts Center is one of New London's distinctive historic performance venues, centered on the 1,420-seat Garde Theater. Opened in 1926 during the great era of movie palaces and vaudeville, the venue preserves the character of a theater from Hollywood's golden age. Its architecture is especially notable for the richly restored Moroccan-inspired interior.
Entering the auditorium brings the atmosphere of a classic movie palace, with decorative ceilings, balconies and bas-relief wall scenes creating a strong visual identity. The theater is also known for its excellent acoustics, while expanded lobby areas, refreshment spaces and restored facilities make the experience more comfortable before plays, concerts, film screenings and other events.
The venue is located at 325 State St, New London, United States, with the main entrance and box office directly accessible from State Street. On-street parking in the immediate downtown area can be limited, so visitors arriving by car can use permitted street spaces or public garages nearby and complete the final part of the journey on foot. For broader transport options and getting around New London, see the city information further down the page.