Historic Masonic Theatre, Exile

Exile formed in 1963 looking to play small clubs in Richmond, KY, but managed to top both the pop and country charts during their more than 60 year-long career. Their most successful hit, “Kiss You All Over”, spent four weeks at the top of the Billboard’s pop chart in 1978. In the early 1980’s, Exile started to focus on country music. Exile has successfully had ten No. 1 singles and many more top 20’s which led to their induction into the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame. The five original members of the band reformed in 2008 and continue to tour today. 

The Historic Masonic Theatre is an architectural treasure. Designed by the Lynchburg firm of Frye and Chesterman, and commissioned by Low Moor Masonic Lodge 166, the Theatre opened in September 1906. A three-story Beaux-Arts brick building, with an additional underground level, a pilastered facade, cove ceiling lobby and original performance hall with stage, enriched proscenium and balcony, the historic theatre has been transformed into a performing art, entertainment, education, and community facility. The mission of the Masonic Theatre Preservation Foundation is to serve the greater Alleghany Highlands community with a variety of educational, entertainment, business and social programs; and to partner with organizations in need of a facility to host programs. By doing so, the Masonic Theatre and Amphitheatre will be utilized in providing first-class venues for performances as well as multi-use space for community activities.