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SYRACUSE AREA LANDMARK THEATRE

SYRACUSE, NY · EIN 222148823 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE A610 · Arts, Culture & Humanities · Medium ($1M-$10M) · landmarktheatre.org
revenue
$4.3M
expenses
$4.2M
net assets
$19.7M
employees
316
volunteers
595
program ratio
84%
mission · from form 990

PRESERVATION AND RESTORATION OF THE LOEW'S THEATRE BUILDING AS A HISTORIC AND CULTURAL LANDMARK, AND ENHANCEMENT OF THE THEATRE BY PROMOTING ARTS AND OTHER EDUCATIONAL AND CULTURAL ACTIVITIES.

profile · synthesized from sources

Syracuse Area Landmark Theatre preserves and operates the historic Loew’s State Theater as a cultural venue in downtown Syracuse, NY. The nonprofit restored the 1928 building and now hosts touring Broadway shows, concerts, comedy, and community events. It serves as both a historic landmark and a vibrant performing arts center, attracting over 150,000 visitors annually and generating significant regional economic impact.

named programs · 3 · from sources

What they call their work

Broadway In Syracuse
Seasonal presentation of touring Broadway productions at the Landmark Theatre, offering subscribers priority seating and exchange options
Historic Preservation and Restoration
Ongoing restoration of the 1928 Loew’s State Theater, including plaster repair, paint restoration, and infrastructure upgrades to preserve architectural integrity
Presenting Series
Hosting a diverse lineup of performances including concerts, comedy tours, family shows, and lectures by artists and public figures
activities · 5 groups

What they do

  • Historic Theater and Arts Venue Preservation 2 activities
    • Operates and maintains the Landmark Theatre infrastructure for public use
      Manages and enhances the theater’s physical infrastructure to support public events and accessibility, including a $16 million stagehouse and production expansion completed in 2010 that enabled hosting of major Broadway tours. The theater attracts over 150,000 annual guests and generates more than $10 million in economic activity, with over half of attendees from outside Onondaga County.
    • Preserves and restores the Landmark Theatre as a historic cultural site
      Undertakes ongoing historic preservation and restoration of the Loew's Theatre building, including structural and decorative elements such as the proscenium arch, balcony walls, grand lobby domes, and original 1928 decor in the elevator waiting room and women’s anteroom. Major restoration efforts in 2025 reinstated original color schemes and repaired damaged plaster and paint using specialized artisans.
  • Public Astronomy & Space Science Education 1 activity
    • Hosts educational and public engagement events
      Presents educational programs and public talks at the theater, such as a lecture by Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson on cosmic collisions and their impact on life on Earth, fostering public engagement with science and culture.
  • Performing Arts Venue Rental 1 activity
    • Hosts non-performing arts and community events
      Provides the Landmark Theatre venue for non-performing arts events such as corporate gatherings, weddings, fashion shows, and community events, expanding access to the historic space beyond traditional performances.
  • Live Music Performances & Concerts 1 activity
    • Hosts public performances and events at the Landmark Theatre
      Organizes and presents a diverse range of live events including Broadway productions, concerts, comedians, family shows, and tribute performances at the Landmark Theatre in Syracuse, NY. The theater hosts thousands of patrons annually, with events such as the touring production of Jersey Boys, performances by artists like Tori Amos, and tribute concerts like Rodrigo Teaser’s Michael Jackson show.
  • Accessibility Services for Cultural Programs 1 activity
    • Provides accessibility services for theater patrons
      Offers accommodations such as sign language interpreters at performances to support accessibility for patrons with hearing impairments.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$4.26M
Contributions & grants$516K12%
Program service revenue$2.97M70%
Investment income$74K2%
Other revenue$704K
expenses
Total expenses$4.15M
Program expenses84%
Admin / overhead16%
Fundraising1%
Salaries & benefits$1.73M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$21.46M
Cash$2.75M
Investments$0
Liabilities$1.73M
Net assets$19.73M
Liquid reserves8.0 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +10.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
MICHAEL INTAGLIETTA EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 40 $97K
board members · 17
  • AMANDA LEE — TRUSTEE
  • ANNETTE PETERS — TRUSTEE
  • BEN LARSEN — TRUSTEE
  • COLIN LEONARD — VICE PRESIDENT
  • ERIC VINAL — TRUSTEE
  • ISABELLE HARRIS — TRUSTEE
  • JOHN MCGRAW — TREASURER
  • KIMILY TORILLO — TRUSTEE
  • LEIGH ANN BENZ — SECRETARY
  • NIKITA JANKOWSKI — TRUSTEE
  • ROBBY RIGGS — TRUSTEE
  • RUTHNIE ANGRAND — TRUSTEE
  • RYLAND HEAGERTY — TRUSTEE
  • SAM BARBER — TRUSTEE
  • STEVE CASE — TRUSTEE
  • TAMMY REYES — PRESIDENT
  • WILLIS MAHONEY — TRUSTEE
relationships · 19

Who they work with

  • A Greene Shop Partner — Partnered with to restore damaged plaster and paint in the main lobby level in 2023.
  • Armory Square Association Partner — Shares information on dining and other local amenities for theatre visitors
  • Bari Tassinaro Partner — Engaged as scenic artist to restore chipped and faded paint in the main lobby level in 2023.
  • Crouse Health Partner — Partners with Crouse Health for box office operations at the Landmark Theatre.
  • Downtown Committee of Syracuse Partner — Provides information on dining, nightlife, and shopping for visitors to the Landmark Theatre
  • Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson Partner — Featured speaker at a public event hosted by the Landmark Theatre.
  • Famous Artists Partner — Presents theatre, music, and live performance events at the Landmark Theatre.
  • John Tiedemann, Inc. Partner — Partnered with to begin restoration of the 2700+ seat auditorium in summer 2025.
  • John Tiedemann, Inc. Partner — Performed restoration work on the proscenium arch and balcony walls in 2025.
  • Live Nation Entertainment Partner — Presents theatre, music, and live performance events at the Landmark Theatre.
  • M&T Bank Partner — Title sponsor of the 2026-2027 Broadway season.
  • Netflix Partner — Distributes comedy specials, scripted series, and films produced by Bert Kreischer.
  • New York State Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation Government — Provided matching funds enabling the purchase of the Landmark Theatre in 1977.
  • Sony Pictures Partner — Produced and released the feature film "The Machine" starring and produced by Bert Kreischer.
  • Theresa Caputo Partner — Featured performer in a live event hosted at the Landmark Theatre.
  • Tom Segura Partner — Co-hosts the podcast "2 Bears, 1 Cave" and co-founded Por Osos Vodka with Bert Kreischer.
  • Universal/Fontana Partner — Presented a performance tied to an album released through Universal/Fontana.
  • Visit Syracuse Partner — Collaborates on providing visitor information including dining, nightlife, and shopping options
  • partnering nonprofits Partner — Collaborates with nonprofit organizations to foster artistic presentation.
strategies · 3

How they approach the work

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  • Artistic Programming for Emotional and Educational Impact
    methodology: artistic_storytelling
    By curating live performances that integrate storytelling, humor, science, and spiritual themes, the organization creates emotionally resonant and educational experiences that engage diverse audiences and foster personal meaning.
  • Community Partnerships to Expand Arts Access
    methodology: community_partnership
    By collaborating with nonprofit organizations, the organization extends the reach of its arts and cultural programming, increasing community access and participation among broader or underserved audiences.
  • Historic Preservation as Cultural Access Strategy
    methodology: cultural_landmark_preservation
    By preserving and restoring the Landmark Theatre as a historic and cultural landmark, the organization maintains a venue that enables broad community access to arts, education, and cultural programming, thereby strengthening civic engagement and cultural continuity.