Nancy and David Bilheimer Capitol Theatre
Constructed and established in 1921 as the Capitol Theatre, this classic structure, is one of the oldest operating theatres in the state of Florida.
The Capitol Theatre is now the Nancy and David Bilheimer Capitol Theatre. Constructed and established in 1921 as the Capitol Theatre (Royalty Theatre 1982-2008), this classic structure, complete with a large mezzanine and furnishings reminiscent of a classic Hollywood theater, is one of the oldest operating theatres in the state of Florida. The Capitol Theatre reportedly had its beginnings as a va
10/01/2024
On-Sale Friday at 10am: Icons of Irish folk music, Dervish, make their Bilheimer Capitol Theatre debut Sun, Mar 9, 2025! For more information, visit: rutheckerdhall.com/events/detail/dervish
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10/01/2024
On-Sale Friday at 10am: Matt Nathanson brings the King of (un)simple Tour with special guest Rachael Yamagata to the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre Wed, Feb 19, 2025! For more information, visit: rutheckerdhall.com/events/detail/matt-nathanson
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10/01/2024
On-Sale Friday at 10am: “I AM, HE SAID” – The Celebration of The Music of Neil Diamond comes to the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre Sat, Mar 1, 2025! For more information, visit: rutheckerdhall.com/events/detail/i-am-he-said-neil-diamond
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10/01/2024
On-Sale Friday at 10am: Celtic icons, The Irish Tenors, return to the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre Sun, Mar 2025! For more information, visit: rutheckerdhall.com/events/detail/the-irish-tenors
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10/01/2024
To Our Community
We hope this message finds you and your loved ones safe as our neighborhoods begin to recover from Hurricane Helene. Our facilities were fortunate to have weathered the storm without damage. While we were spared, we know many are reeling from the hurricane's aftermath. Our hearts go out to those who have been impacted, and we encourage you to consider supporting some of the incredible non-profit organizations leading the recovery efforts:
The Red Cross redcross.org/donate/dr/hurricane-helene.html/
Salvation Army Clearwater clearwater.salvationarmyflorida.org/
AMPLIFY Hope amplifyclearwater.com/amplifyhope/
Feeding Tampa Bay feedingtampabay.org/feeding-pinellas #
Ruth Eckerd Hall, the Nancy and David Bilheimer Capitol Theatre, and The BayCare Sound will remain a place where you can come for solace, reflection, and renewal through the power of the arts.
Our community is strong, and we will rebuild and recover together.
We look forward to seeing you soon.
09/25/2024
Performance Alert ❗️ Due to Hurricane Helene, the Yngwie Malmsteen concert at the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre scheduled for Friday, September 27 at 7:30 pm has been rescheduled. Tickets will be honored on the new date, Thursday, November 21 at 7:30 pm. For more information, visit: rutheckerdhall.com
09/24/2024
THIS FRIDAY 🎸 GRAMMY® nominated Swedish guitar player and songwriter Yngwie Malmsteen brings his neoclassical metal playing style back to the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre Fri, Sep 27! Get your tickets today by visiting: rutheckerdhall.com/events/detail/yngwie-malmsteen
09/23/2024
On-Sale Friday at 10am: Commemorating the music of Genesis, don't miss The Musical Box at the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre on Tue, Dec 10! For more information, visit: rutheckerdhall.com/events/detail/the-musical-box
Can't wait to get your tickets? Sign-up to access tickets before the on-sale with the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre's FREE eClub here: rutheckerdhall.com/eclub
09/23/2024
On-Sale Friday at 10am: The Electric Light Orchestra Experience returns to the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre Fri, Mar 21! For more information, visit: rutheckerdhall.com/events/detail/electric-light-orchestra-experience
Can't wait to get your tickets? Sign-up to access tickets before the on-sale with the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre's FREE eClub here: rutheckerdhall.com/eclub
09/23/2024
On-Sale Friday at 10am: YouTube sensation and the world's greatest Chicago tribute band, Leonid & Friends, return to The Bilheimer Capitol Theatre Mar 29 & 30! For more information, visit: rutheckerdhall.com/events/detail/leonid-and-friends
Can't wait to get your tickets? Sign-up to access tickets before the on-sale with the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre's FREE eClub here: rutheckerdhall.com/eclub
09/20/2024
On-Sale Now: The Man In Black A Tribute to Johnny Cash, an accurate and energetic recreation of an American music icon starring Shawn Barker, returns to the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre Fri, Feb 7! For tickets and information, visit: rutheckerdhall.com/events/detail/the-man-in-black
09/20/2024
On-Sale Now: Micky Dolenz of The Monkees returns to the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre Thu, Apr 10 for a night of incredible Songs & Stories! For tickets and information, visit: rutheckerdhall.com/events/detail/micky-dolenz-of-the-monkees
09/20/2024
On-Sale Now: GRAMMY® Award-Winning bluegrass legend Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder returns Thu, Feb 6 to the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre with Suzy Bogguss! For tickets and information, visit: rutheckerdhall.com/events/detail/ricky-skaggs
09/20/2024
On-Sale Now: Join GRAMMY®-nominated world-class guitarist and songwriter Samantha Fish for a rockin' New Year's Eve Celebration at the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre! For tickets and information, visit: rutheckerdhall.com/events/detail/samantha-fish
09/20/2024
On-Sale Now: Blues & Classic Folk duo, Hot Tuna return to the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre Wed, Jan 22 for a night of acoustic hits! For tickets and information, visit: rutheckerdhall.com/events/detail/hot-tuna-acoustic
Online Offer ❗ Viral sensation Piff the Magic Dragon returns to the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre with his one-of-a-kind comedy magic show Fri, Oct 4! Select seats now $35 with promo code: DEAL. Get your tickets today before this deal ends by visiting: rutheckerdhall.com/events/detail/piff-the-magic-dragon
Valid on select seats in row O-T $49 Tickets for $35. Offer ends 09/21/24 at 11:59pm. While supplies last. Valid online only. Apply code prior to seat selection. Limited availability. Cannot be combined. Does not apply to previous purchases.
09/17/2024
Online Offer ❗ Yngwie Malmsteen returns to Clearwater Fri, Sep 27! Select seats now $35 with promo code: DEAL. Get your tickets today before this deal ends by visiting: rutheckerdhall.com/events/detail/yngwie-malmsteen
Valid on select seats in row Q-S $45 Tickets for $35. Offer ends 09/21/24 at 11:59pm. While supplies last. Valid online only. Apply code prior to seat selection. Limited availability. Cannot be combined. Does not apply to previous purchases.
09/16/2024
On-Sale Friday at 10am: Micky Dolenz of The Monkees returns to the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre Thu, Apr 10 for a night of incredible Songs & Stories! For more information, visit: rutheckerdhall.com/events/detail/micky-dolenz-of-the-monkees
Can't wait to get your tickets? Sign-up to access tickets before the on-sale with the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre's FREE eClub here: rutheckerdhall.com/eclub
09/16/2024
On-Sale Friday at 10am: GRAMMY® Award-Winning bluegrass legend Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder returns Thu, Feb 6 to the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre with Suzy Bogguss! For more information, visit: rutheckerdhall.com/events/detail/ricky-skaggs
Can't wait to get your tickets? Sign-up to access tickets before the on-sale with the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre's FREE eClub here: rutheckerdhall.com/eclub
09/16/2024
On-Sale Friday at 10am: Join GRAMMY®-nominated world-class guitarist and songwriter Samantha Fish for a rockin' New Year's Eve Celebration at the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre! For more information, visit: rutheckerdhall.com/events/detail/samantha-fish
Can't wait to get your tickets? Sign-up to access tickets before the on-sale with the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre's FREE eClub here: rutheckerdhall.com/eclub
09/16/2024
On-Sale Friday at 10am: The Man In Black A Tribute to Johnny Cash, an accurate and energetic recreation of an American music icon starring Shawn Barker, returns to the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre Fri, Feb 7! For more information, visit: rutheckerdhall.com/events/detail/the-man-in-black
Can't wait to get your tickets? Sign-up to access tickets before the on-sale with the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre's FREE eClub here: rutheckerdhall.com/eclub
09/16/2024
On-Sale Friday at 10am: Blues & Classic Folk duo, Hot Tuna return to the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre Wed, Jan 22 for a night of acoustic hits! For more information, visit: rutheckerdhall.com/events/detail/hot-tuna-acoustic
Can't wait to get your tickets? Sign-up to access tickets before the on-sale with the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre's FREE eClub here: rutheckerdhall.com/eclub
09/13/2024
On-Sale Now: The famed line-up that backed singer-songwriter Billy Joel for over a decade, The Lords of 52nd Street - Legends of Billy Joel Band returns to the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre Fri, Mar 28, 2025! For tickets and information, visit: rutheckerdhall.com/events/detail/lords-of-52nd-street
09/13/2024
On-Sale Now: GRAMMY® nominated solo pianist Jim Brickman returns Fri, Jan 31, 2025 to the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre for Jim Brickman Hits LIVE! For tickets and information, visit: rutheckerdhall.com/events/detail/jim-brickman
09/13/2024
On-Sale Now: The Weight Band returns to the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre Sun, Feb 2, 2025 with Jim Weider, keyboardist Brian Mitchell, bassist Albert Rogers, drummer Michael Bram and keyboardist Matt Zeiner! For tickets and information, visit: rutheckerdhall.com/events/detail/the-weight-band
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The History
The Capitol Theatre has been a vital part of Downtown Clearwater since its opening on March 21, 1921 with the motion picture Dinty. The Clearwater News of March 17, 1921 described it as "one of the most beautifully finished playhouses in the South." Over the next seventy-four years theatergoers were treated to vaudeville stars, war bond rallies, the Miss Florida Pageant, the Clearwater Symphony Orchestra, cinema and the Royalty Theater Company. Saved from demolition in 1995, the Capitol Theatre was close to closing its doors again in 2009 facing foreclosure. The City of Clearwater thankfully purchased the building and entered into a partnership with Ruth Eckerd Hall to manage and operate the facility.
In 2013 the Capitol Theatre underwent a major renovation expanding into the old 1917 Clearwater News building to its west and another building adjacent to the theater. The result of the renovation was expanded seating to 750, including six private loge boxes, multiple concession stands, a larger lobby, an outdoor balcony that wraps around the building overlooking the beautiful Clearwater causeway, a VIP lounge, Frenchy’s rooftop terrace, ADA accessibility and an uncovered Panel of Honor from World War I with the names of Clearwater citizens that served in the war viewable in the lobby area. The Capitol Theatre is a cultural landmark in Downtown Clearwater bringing world class entertainment in the most intimate setting.
In March 2019, Ruth Eckerd Hall announced a $2.5 million gift from Nancy and David Bilheimer as part of the theatre’s ongoing “Expanding the Experience” fundraising campaign. In recognition of the generous donation, the Capitol Theatre in downtown Clearwater is now called The Nancy and David Bilheimer Capitol Theatre.
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