named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Classic Film Series
Monthly screenings of restored silver-screen classics using original projection equipment
Community Workshops
Year-round acting, voice, and stagecraft classes for aspiring performers of all ages
Heritage Tours
Guided tours of the historic theatre, showcasing architectural details and backstage areas
Marquee Productions
Broadway-caliber musicals, dramas, and comedies staged regularly under the historic marquee
Private Rentals
Venue hire for weddings, galas, and corporate events in a fully restored historic setting
activities · 9 groups
What they do
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Guided Historic Site Tours 1 activity
- Conducting heritage and theatre toursProvides guided public tours of the theatre’s historic spaces, including lobbies, backstage areas, and grand auditorium, highlighting its architectural and cultural significance.
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Film Festival and Screening Programming 1 activity
- Hosting film screenings and festivalsHosts regular film screenings including classic films using original projection equipment, restored films weekly during spring, silent films with live organ accompaniment, family matinees, and special events such as director’s cuts, Q&A sessions, film festivals, and one-night-only premieres.
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Event Venue Rental Services 1 activity
- Hosting private and corporate eventsHosts weddings, galas, corporate functions, and private events in a restored historic theatre, offering flexible capacity from 75 to 1,200 guests, on-site coordination, customizable layouts, A/V integration, and hospitality packages with catering and bar service.
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Corporate Sponsorship Programs 1 activity
- Offering custom branding and marketing for eventsProvides custom branding options for events including logo projection on the facade marquee, branded lobby backdrops, and customized ticketing pages.
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Historic Theater and Arts Venue Preservation 1 activity
- Preservation and maintenance of historic theatrePreserves and maintains a historic theatre, including its original architectural features such as the 1923 hand-painted ceiling, Spanish Baroque plasterwork, and 1927 Wurlitzer organ. The organization conducts ongoing restoration work and documented renovations, including the 2022 main auditorium renovation.
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Youth Theater Arts Education 1 activity
- Providing arts education programsOffers year-round classes in acting, voice, and stagecraft for community members, taught by resident artists.
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Professional Audio/Video Production Services 1 activity
- Providing technical production servicesDelivers professional technical support including sound, theatrical lighting, projection mapping, and live streaming using industry-grade equipment for performances, events, and rentals.
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Performing Arts Venue Rental 1 activity
- Renting performance and event spaceOffers rental of the historic stage and auditorium for recitals, comedy shows, tribute bands, community productions, and film/photo shoots, with access to gilded moldings, art deco fixtures, neon marquee, dressing rooms, and crew access.
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Free Outdoor & Community Theater Productions 1 activity
- Staging live theatrical and musical performancesProduces and stages Broadway-caliber musicals, dramas, comedies, and community theater performances with local actors and original scripts, running nightly or for multi-weekend engagements. Also hosts live concerts featuring jazz quartets, chamber ensembles, and regional touring acts on a historic stage.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$994K
Contributions & grants$169K17%
Program service revenue$654K66%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$171K
expenses
Total expenses$1.21M
Program expenses53%
Admin / overhead47%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$363K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$3.30M
Cash$123K
Investments$0
Liabilities$508K
Net assets$2.80M
Liquid reserves1.2 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +10.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 8
- DAWN KEOUGH — SECRETARY
- LEEMARIE CUSHMAN — DIRECTOR
- MARIETTA SCHRADER — DIRECTOR
- PHIL CZARNECKI — PRESIDENT
- R SCOTT DELUCA — VICE PRESIDE
- REBECCA WILSON — DIRECTOR
- ROBERTA DONOVAN — DIRECTOR
- SUE GLYNN — TREASURER
relationships · 4
Who they work with
- Northway Industries Partner — Corporate client that launched a regional campaign at the theatre; referenced in testimonial by VP Marketing David Reinhart.
- Page Organ Company Partner — Preserves and uses the original 1923 Page theater organ in live performances.
- Palace Trust Network — Membership program supporting the theatre with priority seating and exclusive access to events.
- Volunteers Partner — Volunteer coalition instrumental in reopening and restoring the theatre in 1994.
strategies · 2
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Cultural Programming as Community Engagementmethodology: cultural_programmingBy offering film, live music, theater, and educational events in a historic venue, the organization fosters community cohesion and civic belonging because shared cultural experiences create inclusive spaces for dialogue, imagination, and collective memory.
- Integrated Cultural Heritage Preservationmethodology: cultural_heritage_preservationBy restoring and maintaining a historic 1923 theater, the organization sustains cultural heritage and strengthens community identity because physical preservation combined with active programming ensures ongoing relevance and public connection to shared history.