Set your DVR (or VCR, if you’re so inclined). Theatre Cedar Rapids’ story is about to get the documentary treatment, and it’s airing this Saturday at 2 p.m. on KCRG-TV9. read more »
Iowa Theater Grand Reopening
On February 26, 2010, the entire Iowa Theater Building reopened with TCR’s premiere of the Mel Brooks smash hit The Producers.
For background information on the history and renovation of the Iowa Theater Building, check the news about “The Next Act” Capital Campaign:
Posts about Grand Reopening
February 27, 2010
Opening Night Video Presentation
A special video was shown before the start of The Producers at the Grand Reopening of Theatre Cedar Rapids February 26, 2010, showing the journey TCR has taken over the past year and a half and ending with construction and the Grand Reopening itself. Video by Rob Merritt.
February 27, 2010
Review of The Producers and Grand Reopening Comments
Diana Nollen gives a “smashing” review of The Producers and describes her experience at the Grand Reopening, including quotes from other notables in attendance.
February 27, 2010
More Grand Reopening Coverage on KCRG-TV9 and KGAN CBS 2
KCRG’s Bruce Aune was at the Iowa Theater Building for a live broadcast last night.
- Theatre Cedar Rapids Makes Grand Comeback
- Grand Re-Opening of TCR Has Downtown Restaurant Owners Celebrating
There was also this report on KGAN.
