The Riviera Theatre at 67 Webster Street in North Tonawanda is a beautifully restored 1926 movie palace that has been preserved by the Niagara Frontier Theatre Organ Society. The 1,100-seat theater features original architectural details, a working Wurlitzer pipe organ, and programming that mixes concerts, comedy, and classic film screenings in a setting that feels like stepping back in time.
The Organ
The Riviera’s Mighty Wurlitzer is the star of the building — a fully restored theater organ that plays before select shows and during special events. The organ society’s dedication to preservation has kept this instrument alive and performing, making the Riviera one of the few theaters in the country where you can hear a Wurlitzer in its original setting.
Getting There
The Riviera is on Webster Street in North Tonawanda, about 15 minutes north of downtown Buffalo. Free parking is available in nearby lots. The venue is accessible from I-190 and I-290.
Nearby
- Remington Tavern (North Tonawanda) — American bistro, local favorite.
- Mississippi Mudds (Tonawanda) — Waterfront dining on the Erie Canal.