Located on the historic Llano courthouse square, the LanTex Theater has been a cornerstone of local entertainment since its opening in 1927.
Opening its doors on May 19, 1927, the LanTex Theater was originally celebrated as the "House of Comfort all Year" due to its early evaporative cooling system. Built by S. D. Rainer and George Shaw, the venue debuted with a screening of "The Fourth Commandment." Over the decades, it has served as a central gathering place for the community, hosting everything from World War II bond drives to school concerts and town hall meetings.
The LanTex Theater shows current movies on weekends, typically on Friday and Saturday evenings. It also hosts the Llano Country Opry on the second Saturday of each month, along with other live performances and community events.
The LanTex Theater opened on May 19, 1927. It was built by S. D. Rainer and George Shaw and remains one of the last historic single-screen movie houses in the country.
Yes, the LanTex Theater is a contributing building to the Llano County Courthouse Historic District, which was listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 1989.