The building originally opened in 1928 as a silent movie palace and vaudeville venue.
The theater serves as one of the largest community-based theater organizations in the state of Iowa.
The venue's main stage retains original architectural motifs from its early 20th-century construction.
The organization operates an educational wing that serves over 500 students annually.
The 2008 flood caused extensive damage to the facility, leading to a major multi-million dollar restoration project.
Theatre Cedar Rapids is a historic community theater located in the downtown district of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, housed within the refurbished Iowa Theatre building. The venue functions as a non-profit organization that produces a season of Broadway-style musicals, plays, and experimental works. It features a main stage auditorium and a more intimate space for smaller productions and public workshops. The organization maintains a focus on community engagement, offering educational classes for youth and adults throughout the year. The building itself is an architectural landmark in the city center that underwent significant renovations following the 2008 Cedar River flood.
The restored art deco marquee and neon signage on the front exterior of the building.
Check the online season schedule well in advance, as popular musicals often sell out.
Visit the lobby gallery area to see rotating art exhibits provided by local creators.
Check the website for 'pay-what-you-can' performances held during the early run of select shows.
Attempting to purchase tickets at the box office immediately before curtain time for popular shows, as they are frequently sold out.
Main stage productions typically run on a seasonal basis; the office is generally closed on Mondays.
Business casual is recommended, though there is no strictly enforced dress code; silence mobile devices before the house lights dim.
