Capitol Arts Complex Tornado Relief Fund

By now, many of you (certainly the Romans, anyway) know about the EF-2 tornado that passed through downtown Rome on the afternoon of Tuesday, July 16. The tornado, which reached speeds of 135 mph, was 300m wide at its widest and its path ran directly over the Capitol’s home on the 200 block of West Dominick Street.

We are very fortunate in many ways.

Our staff — Art, Jon, Rick, AJ, Julie, Joe, Kylie, and of course Jeannine, our theatre cat — are all safe and accounted for.

The main theatre is, generally, in good shape. Amazingly, the marquee is intact. The front administrative office windows were shattered and a wooden plank was driven through the roof. The fire escape was wrenched off on one side. With the help of our staff and many selfless, generous volunteers from the community, the windows were boarded up. The auditorium, and projection booth were unaffected and we will be able to operate again as soon as power is restored (which we are hoping will be very soon).

FREE ADMISSION

DRIVE IN MOVIE NIGHT

CAPITOL THEATRE

FRIDAY, JULY 26 • 7pm

On Friday, July 26 at 7 pm, the Rome Capitol Theatre (220 W. Dominick St.) will once again offer its DRIVE-IN MOVIE NIGHT, this time in a free show screened INSIDE the Capitol building, but in the style of the classic drive-in double features of the 1950s. The movies are 1940’s Technicolor horror picture, DR. CYCLOPS and 1957’s sci-fi thriller, THE MONOLITH MONSTERS. (DR. CYCLOPS will be screened via a 35mm film print, THE MONOLITH MONSTERS will be shown via a new digital restoration from Universal Pictures.)

In lieu of charging for tickets to the double feature, admission will be free. The Capitol recognizes that this has been a trying time for Rome residents, and those persons who simply want to attend a free movie show are encouraged to come at no cost; those wishing to make a financial contribution towards the Capitol’s post-tornado recovery efforts will be able to do so in person at the event, on-line at romecapitol.com, or through the Capitol’s Go-Fund-Me campaign (https://tinyurl.com/CapitolTornadoRelief). Also, a collection of personal hygiene products will be accepted for Community Connected Schools in the Capitol Theatre lobby. The items sought by Community Connected Schools are: dish soap, shampoo/conditioner, body wash, kid’s toothbrushes, feminine hygiene products and disposable razors.

According to Executive Director Art Pierce, “the Capitol Arts Complex hopes the community will embrace this show as a community unifying event, and that they will join their neighbors in a carefree evening of escapist entertainment.”

Experience an unforgettable night of music with the iconic Richard Marx!

Don’t miss your chance to witness his timeless hits and captivating melodies live
in concert. Get your tickets now and make memories that will last a lifetime.
Richard Marx has sold more than 30 million albums worldwide, starting with his self-titled debut, featuring the Top 5 singles Hold on to the Nights and the Grammy-nominated Don’t Mean Nothing. He earned quadruple-Platinum distinction with the No. One songs Satisfied and Right Here Waiting. Suddenly I See.

Showtime 7:00PM

Doors 6:15PM
Presented By Entertainment Services

TICKETS

Stop by the Capitol and buy a raffle ticket to win a 2024 Jeep Compass. Tickets are $50 and will be available in the Capitol Theatre lobby.

The car raffle is a fundraiser for the Capitol Arts Complex and brought to you by Townsquare Media, WKTV and Victory Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Rome.

Jeep Compass Information

Rules and regulations

Capitol Arts Complex • 220 West Dominick Street, Rome, NY 13440 • Phone: 315.337.6277 • Email: [email protected]

Current and Upcoming Movies and Shows

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