Bristol Riverside Theatre (BRT) , a cornerstone of the Bristol community and a hub for the arts for nearly four decades, is hosting its Grand Reopening Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Friday.
This event celebrates the completion of the theatre’s first phase of their renovation which begins with the refurbishment of the theatre chamber. Upgrades include a new roof, enhanced sound, new seating and carpeting, newly painted walls, and upgraded HVAC and electrical systems, a BRT spokesperson said.
State Senator Steve Santarsiero (D-10th District) and state Representative Tina Davis (D-141st District) will deliver remarks and officially cut the ribbon, underscoring their support for BRT as a vital cultural and economic driver in Bristol.
The new upgrades, supported in part by a Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP) grant, help BRT facilitate acclaimed productions, bolster local businesses, and draw thousands of visitors to the area each year.
Credit: Kim Cruz
The event also highlights BRT’s commitment to fostering community connections through the arts as it kicks off the new year with the production of Anna Deavere Smith’s powerful play, Fires in the Mirror, directed by BRT’s Amy Kaissar, and premiering at BRT on February 4.
The ribbon cutting ceremony is tomorrow, (January 31, 2025,) beginning at 1:30 p.m. at the Bristol Riverside Theatre 120 Radcliffe Street, Bristol, PA, 19007
BRT Grand Reopening Program:
- 1:30 PM- Welcome remarks by BRT Producing Director Ken Kaissar
- 1:33 PM- Remarks by State Senator Steve Santarsiero
- 1:38 PM- Remarks by State Rep. Tina Davis
- 1:43 PM- Ribbon Cutting
- 1:45 PM- Photography
- 1:50 PM- Tours/Interviews available upon request