The Apollo is 112 years old — and busier than it has ever been. New leadership, a glowing new marquee, more youth theatre than we have ever offered, fresh paint, fresh sound, and yes, a brand-new website. Here’s everything that’s new at your community theatre.
A brand-new website
You’re looking at it. The Apollo’s website has been rebuilt from the ground up so everything works the way you’d expect: buy tickets, register for youth workshops or join a waitlist, sign up to audition or volunteer — all online, from any device. And there’s plenty to explore while you’re here: profiles for hundreds of Apollo performers with headshots, bios, and full production credits; a “100 Years of Apollo” timeline of the theatre’s story; and a backstage tour of our working 1914 hemp-rope fly system — one of the last of its kind in America.
New at the snack bar
The snack bar has a whole new menu — including custom cocktails and mocktails created for each production (ask what’s pouring for the current show) and our new lineup of dirty sodas. Come early, grab something good, and make an evening of it. See the menu.
Passing the torch
After more than thirty years of service to the Apollo, longtime President Michael Noll has passed the torch to Stephanie Johnson. It is impossible to overstate what Michael’s decades of dedication have meant to this theatre and this community — and we’re thrilled to welcome Stephanie to the role, along with several new faces joining the board of directors. The next century of the Apollo is in good hands.
The marquee shines again
If you’ve driven down Martin Street after dark lately, you’ve seen it: the Apollo’s new marquee, glowing over the sidewalk the way one did when the theatre was young. It’s the brightest sign yet — literally — of everything happening inside. See how it fits into the theatre’s story on the 100 Years timeline.
More youth theatre than ever
Community interest in our youth programs keeps growing — so we’ve grown to meet it. The Apollo’s youth workshops have expanded again this season, with hundreds of young performers on our stage across after-school programs, homeschool workshops, and full youth productions. Programs fill fast: registration and waitlists are both right here on the website.
Preserving a landmark
The Apollo has stood on the National Register of Historic Places since 1979, and preservation work continues with support from a National Park Service grant. That funding is helping us care for the century-old building itself — the kind of behind-the-scenes improvement you may never notice from your seat, which is exactly the point. We’ll share updates here as each phase of the work is completed.
Hear the difference
A new sound system is now in place in the auditorium — clearer, fuller, and ready for everything from musicals to concerts. And the upgrades don’t stop there: our stage lighting expansion continues, show by show.
The ballroom, refreshed
Renovations to our ballroom are underway, and thanks to a generous donation from Brackens Painting, the painting is now complete. The refreshed space seats up to 250 and is available for receptions, parties, and community events — see Rentals to plan yours.
From haunted theatre to rehearsal hall
For years the Apollo’s third floor spent every October as a haunted theatre. With rehearsal schedules busier than ever, that floor has been repurposed as expanded rehearsal space — which means more shows in production at once, year-round. Don’t worry: the spooky season lives on through our Apolloween special events (and George, as always, remains in residence).
The best way to see what’s new? Come to a show. See what’s on now.