STG Presents to Reopen Neptune Theatre
Seattle Theatre Group (STG), the non-profit arts organization that owns and operates The Paramount Theatre and leases The Moore Theatre, announces today that keys are in hand and work to transform The Neptune Theatre will begin soon.
"We want you to be aware that although the doors aren't open yet, you'll start seeing announcements for shows and events to be held at The Neptune Theatre. We're using the spring and summer months to test the venue - tweaking and making minor changes as we go along," said Josh LaBelle, STG Executive Director. "This soft opening is to set the stage for our Grand Launch, scheduled for Fall 2011." STG has a history of bringing a variety of diverse and innovative shows to its theatres. The vision for The Neptune Theatre is to continue this tradition of presenting fresh, new, local, national and international performing arts programs.Concerts representing a broad spectrum of musical genres
Independent film
Comedy and speakers
Fine arts performance
Education and community programs
Free public events
Built in 1921, The Neptune Theatre is the only survivor of five original University District movie houses from the silent film era. STG will reconfigure the room to present diverse performing arts while preserving the historic venue and increasing the options for the community to engage in the arts.STG needs to raise $400,000 to support the transformation of The Neptune Theatre. Those funds are to support the following projects:
Preserve architecture and restore cosmetic detail.
Install motorized movie screen.
Reveal original stage and proscenium.
Upgrade backstage area.
Install state of the art sound and lights.
Install safety sprinkler system.
Improve patron amenities: seating, beverage service and restroom upgrades.
"Now is the perfect time to donate to STG and help transform The Neptune Theatre," said Kate Becker, STG Director of Development. "A very generous supporter has brought forward a $30,000 challenge award towards the fundraising campaign. This donor will match every dollar donated by the community, up to $30,000. You can double your donation if you give today!"
Tax-deductible donations are excepted online at www.STGpresents.org/neptune or call Aaron Semer, STG Annual Fund Manager at (206)467.5510.
For more information, to schedule an interview or story ideas, contact Amanda Bedell, STG Public Relations Manager at 206.467.5510 ext. 1164 or email at AmandaB@STGpresents.org.
STG is the 501 (c)(3) non-profit arts organization that operates the historic Paramount and Moore Theatres in Seattle, Washington. Our mission is to make diverse performing arts and education an integral part of our region's cultural identity while keeping these two landmark venues alive and vibrant. STG presents a range of performances from Broadway, off-Broadway, dance and jazz to comedy, concerts of all genres, speakers and family shows - at both historic theatres in Seattle and venues throughout the Puget Sound and Portland, Oregon.Based off Pollstar 2010 Mid-Year Worldwide Ticket Sales, STG was ranked #43 of the Top 100 promoters and The Paramount (ranked #12) and The Moore (ranked #44) were placed very well among the Top 100 Theatre Venues.
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