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Capital Campaign for Theatre Cedar Rapids

Help improve your community-centered theatre experience for the next century.

Children acting in a spongebob musical.
Children learning at a summer camp.
The sound of music being performed.
Children acting in the spongebob musical.
The auditorium being used for a spongebob musical.
The four main characters of the musical Oz
Women in eloquent dresses dancing as part of the Meet Me in St. Louis musical
A shot of the opera cabaret sing along event.
A shot of the Meet Me in St. Louis musical.
Children acting in a spongebob musical.
Children learning at a summer camp.
The sound of music being performed.
Children acting in the spongebob musical.
The auditorium being used for a spongebob musical.
The four main characters of the musical Oz
Women in eloquent dresses dancing as part of the Meet Me in St. Louis musical
A shot of the opera cabaret sing along event.
A shot of the Meet Me in St. Louis musical.

Our Next 100 Years Starts With You

TCR has a rich history as the largest producing theatre in the state of Iowa. We produce on three stages, host educational programs for all ages, and staff hundreds to fill our explosive production calendar. As we enter our second century, we need a bit of help in fulfilling our vision.

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An old picture of the original Theatre Cedar Rapids building.
The main entry.
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A walkthrough of the new building layout.
Interior design elements in progress and subject to update.

Campaign Priorities

Unifying infrastructure, renovating upper floors, and enhancing production and patron experiences will launch the next era of community-centered theatre, education, and partnership in this iconic downtown facility.

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This Unleashed Performing Arts Center will:

  • Boast an open, joyful, and navigable space with day and night activities

  • Meet the immediate demands of TCR’s robust production schedule and outstanding theatrical execution

  • Have the versatility to host a growing roster of partners in the business, civic, and social service industries

  • Welcome community members of all ages and all abilities in all spaces

  • Upgraded elevator with new interior entry point that will make every floor readily accessible

Select a level to see planned upgrades to the theatre.
Rendering of the new Theatre Cedar Rapids building, with the new additions to the building highlighted.
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4
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The building layout of floor 4.
Create:

A Top-Tier Floor

  • Storage and workshop space becomes a fully-equipped rehearsal hall

  • Durable dance floor supports grand-scale musical rehearsals

Features:

  • Rehearsal Studio
  • Classroom
  • Office Space
A decorative hallway where people are hanging out.
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Seating in the rehearsal studio.
Breakout Studio
An alternative angle of the rehearsal studio.
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3
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Floor plan of level 4.
Create:

Bridging Stories

  • Neighboring spaces now meet with full accessibility for people of all abilities

  • Youth Studio reveals historic second balcony and film projection booth, reimagined for rehearsals, classes, and performances

Features:

  • Public Gathering/Rehearsal Studio
  • Performer Lounge
  • Breakout Studio
A fully-equipped rehearsal hall with a decorative wall that says TCR.
Breakout Studio
A decorative hallway where people are hanging out.
Breakout Studio
A fully equipped rehearsal hall with a durable dance floor.
Breakout Studio
Seating in a side hallway by windows.
Breakout Studio
A small area to relax between rehearsal spaces.
Breakout Studio
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2
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Building layout of floor 2
Create:

Behind the Scenes

  • The expanded elevator will make offices, classrooms, and rehearsal halls more accessible on the second floor

  • Historic floors and interior finishes will be preserved

Features:

  • Dance Studio
  • Administrative Offices
A seating area inside of a rehearsal hall.
Breakout Studio
Children dancing in a rehearsal room with a mirror covering a full wall.
Breakout Studio
A tight hallway leading into a rehearsal space.
Breakout Studio
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1
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1
Building layout of floor 1
Experience:

Be Welcomed and Delighted

  • A bright vestibule center enhances clarity and connection

  • Breathtaking palette updates highlight our unique character

  • Newly designed interior pathways connect the 1st floors elevator and auditorium stage

  • Refreshed lobby and lounge enhance flow and community gathering

  • Elevated concessions and bar areas to support top-tier service

  • Intentional sensory-friendly location

Features:

  • Entrance
  • Lounge
  • Auditorium
A massive auditorium full of people
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The main entry.
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The first floor library.
Breakout Studio
The Linge Lounge, featuring an upscale bar
Breakout Studio
Seating in the Linge Lounge by windows and a decorative wall with special lighting.
Breakout Studio
A sensory friendly location on the first floor.
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Concessions area on the first floor.
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0
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0
The building layout of floor 0.
Create:

The Foundation

  • Privacy measures for performers will be increased with more designated changing spaces

  • More sustainable water mitigation efforts will be installed and help preserve the integrity of this historic space

Features:

  • Grandon Studio
  • Performer Dressing Areas
Dressing rooms in the basement.
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Dressing rooms in the basement.
Breakout Studio
A standing ovation at the mamma mia musical
An impactful moment of the Spongebob musical.

Campaign Progress

Through a combination of public sources ($1.5 million) and community sources ($8 million), TCR plans to raise $9.5 million to fund the infrastructure renovations, modernized theatrical technology, and intentional design at the heart of this project.

$6.15 million raised so far
Goal of $9.5 million

Latest News

Theatre Cedar Rapids launches capital campaign to maximize building space

September 13, 2024
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Diana Nollen / The Gazette

TrueNorth names 6 grant recipients in their first cycle of the ‘TrueNorth Legacy Foundation Grant’

February 29, 2024
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Libbie Randall/KCRG

Theatre Cedar Rapids transitions into next century

February 18, 2024
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Diana Nollen/The Gazette
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For Campaign Inquiries

Call 319-366-8591 or Email our Executive Director, Katie Hallman
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