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Nancy and David Bilheimer Capitol Theatre

Nancy and David Bilheimer Capitol Theatre Constructed and established in 1921 as the Capitol Theatre, this classic structure, is one of the old

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 vaudeville theater and movie house, and was once the home of famous headline

rs who displayed their legendary talents (making history in the process) on the polished wood planks of the Capitol's stage. In its hey-day, the walls of this famed theatre housed many of the best entertainers in the world. 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.

Operating as usual

❗SHOW ALERT❗Due to COVID-19 in the band, the Eric Johnson concert scheduled for Sat, Mar 18 at the Bilheimer Capitol The...
03/16/2023

❗SHOW ALERT❗Due to COVID-19 in the band, the Eric Johnson concert scheduled for Sat, Mar 18 at the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre has been rescheduled for Tue, Sep 5. Tickets will be honored for the new date. For more information, please visit: www.RuthEckerdHall.com

Rock At Night caught up with blues rock artist Joanne Shaw Taylor for an in-depth conversation on her recent album, song...
03/16/2023
Chatting with blues rock artist Joanne Shaw Taylor

Rock At Night caught up with blues rock artist Joanne Shaw Taylor for an in-depth conversation on her recent album, songwriting + more! Listen here: https://www.rockatnight.com/2023/03/chatting-with-blues-rock-artist-joanne-shaw-taylor/

Catch Joanne Shaw Taylor live at the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre this Sunday! For tickets and information, visit: rutheckerdhall.com/events/detail/joanne-shaw-taylor

By Chyrisse Tabone, Rock At Night Tampa Interview: Joanne Shaw Taylor – Recorded February 23, 2023 Rock At Night has been following blues artist Joanne Shaw Taylor for a number of years. We have covered [...]

What are the perks of joining our FREE eClub?🎟 Access to show pre-sales before the public on-sale🚨 Special offers you wo...
03/15/2023

What are the perks of joining our FREE eClub?

🎟 Access to show pre-sales before the public on-sale
🚨 Special offers you won't find online
📢 Can't miss announcements

And more! Don't miss out and register today by visiting: rutheckerdhall.com/e-club

The Moody Blues' John Lodge takes the stage TONIGHT! Doors open at 7pm, show starts at 8pm.Join us before the show on Fr...
03/14/2023

The Moody Blues' John Lodge takes the stage TONIGHT! Doors open at 7pm, show starts at 8pm.

Join us before the show on Frenchy’s Rooftop Terrace* for happy hour specials from 6:30 to 7:30pm!

*The Terrace is only available to ticket holders, weather permitting.

Spyro Gyra takes the historic stage at the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre for a SOLD OUT performance TONIGHT! Doors open at 7...
03/12/2023

Spyro Gyra takes the historic stage at the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre for a SOLD OUT performance TONIGHT! Doors open at 7pm, show starts at 8pm.

Come out early to enjoy Frenchy’s Rooftop Terrace* for happy hour specials from 6:30 to 7:30pm!

*The Terrace is only available to ticket holders, weather permitting.

03/10/2023

See why they call Joanne Shaw Taylor one of the greatest modern blues rock performers when she comes to the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre on March 19th! Tickets on-sale here: https://bit.ly/3xhiv9P

On-Sale Now: Don't miss Americana/Alternative/Indie band, The Lone Bellow Trio as they return to Clearwater Sun, Apr 16 ...
03/10/2023

On-Sale Now: Don't miss Americana/Alternative/Indie band, The Lone Bellow Trio as they return to Clearwater Sun, Apr 16 for their Bilheimer Capitol Theatre debut on the Love Songs For Losers Tour! Special guest Stephen Wilson Jr. will open the show. 🎟 https://www.rutheckerdhall.com/events/detail/the-lone-bellow

Alan Doyle takes the stage TONIGHT with special guest Chris Trapper! Doors open at 7pm, show starts at 8pm.Join us befor...
03/09/2023

Alan Doyle takes the stage TONIGHT with special guest Chris Trapper! Doors open at 7pm, show starts at 8pm.

Join us before the show on Frenchy’s Rooftop Terrace* for happy hour specials from 6:30 to 7:30pm!

*The Terrace is only available to ticket holders, weather permitting.

SOLD OUT TONIGHT! Pablo Cruise returns to the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre for a great night of music in Downtown Clearwate...
03/08/2023

SOLD OUT TONIGHT! Pablo Cruise returns to the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre for a great night of music in Downtown Clearwater. Doors open at 7pm, show starts at 8pm.

Check out Frenchy’s Rooftop Terrace* before the show for happy hour specials from 6:30 to 7:30pm + great views of Downtown Clearwater and The Sound!

*The Terrace is only available to ticket holders, weather permitting.

03/08/2023

Clearwater Music is The Sound! 🎶 Clearwater's newest concert venue opens this summer at Coachman Park in Downtown Clearwater.

Check out The Sound here: www.TheSoundFLA.com

A Ruth Eckerd Hall Experience

Just Announced! Don't miss Americana/Alternative/Indie band, The Lone Bellow Trio as they return to Clearwater Sun, Apr ...
03/07/2023

Just Announced! Don't miss Americana/Alternative/Indie band, The Lone Bellow Trio as they return to Clearwater Sun, Apr 16 for their Bilheimer Capitol Theatre debut on the Love Songs For Losers Tour! Special guest Stephen Wilson Jr. will open the show.

Tickets on-sale this Friday starting at 10am. For more information, visit: https://www.rutheckerdhall.com/events/detail/the-lone-bellow

TONIGHT! The Bilheimer Capitol Theatre presents Russell Brand for a SOLD-OUT performance. Doors open at 6pm, shows start...
03/06/2023

TONIGHT! The Bilheimer Capitol Theatre presents Russell Brand for a SOLD-OUT performance. Doors open at 6pm, shows starts at 7pm.

Seating Policy - Guests must be seated by 7pm. Late entry will not be accommodated until intermission.

SOLD OUT❗Gino Vannelli returns to the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre TONIGHT! Doors open at 7pm, show starts at 8pm.Check out...
03/03/2023

SOLD OUT❗Gino Vannelli returns to the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre TONIGHT! Doors open at 7pm, show starts at 8pm.

Check out Frenchy’s Rooftop Terrace* before the show for happy hour specials from 6:30 to 7:30pm + great views of Downtown Clearwater!

*The Terrace is only available to ticket holders, weather permitting.

Tonight, ONES: The Beatles #1 Hits takes the stage at the historic Bilheimer Capitol Theatre! Doors open at 7pm, show st...
03/02/2023

Tonight, ONES: The Beatles #1 Hits takes the stage at the historic Bilheimer Capitol Theatre! Doors open at 7pm, show starts at 8pm.

Get ready for night two with Lyle Lovett and his Acoustic Band at the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre TONIGHT! Doors open at 6...
03/01/2023

Get ready for night two with Lyle Lovett and his Acoustic Band at the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre TONIGHT! Doors open at 6:30pm, show starts at 7:30pm.

Come out early and enjoy happy hour specials from 6 to 7pm on Frenchy’s Rooftop Terrace!* For more info, visit: https://www.rutheckerdhall.com/events/detail/lyle-lovett

📷 Tracy May

*The Terrace is only available to ticket holders, weather permitting.

Tonight, Lyle Lovett and his Acoustic Band return to the historic Bilheimer Capitol Theatre! Doors open at 6:30pm, show ...
02/28/2023
Lyle Lovett | Ruth Eckerd Hall

Tonight, Lyle Lovett and his Acoustic Band return to the historic Bilheimer Capitol Theatre! Doors open at 6:30pm, show starts at 7:30pm.

Come out early and enjoy happy hour specials from 6 to 7pm on Frenchy’s Rooftop Terrace!* For more info, visit: https://www.rutheckerdhall.com/events/detail/lyle-lovett

*The Terrace is only available to ticket holders, weather permitting.

Multi-GRAMMY® Award winning singer/songwriter and actor Lyle Lovett and his Acoustic Group return to the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre for two nights.

Tonight we welcome back Al Stewart! Doors open at 6pm, show starts at 7pm.Check out Frenchy’s Rooftop Terrace* before th...
02/26/2023

Tonight we welcome back Al Stewart! Doors open at 6pm, show starts at 7pm.

Check out Frenchy’s Rooftop Terrace* before the show for happy hour specials from 5:30 to 6:30pm + great views of Downtown Clearwater!

*The Terrace is only available to ticket holders, weather permitting.

Limited Tickets❗ Platinum-selling, GRAMMY® nominated, Juno and Billboard Award-Winning singer Gino Vannelli returns in O...
02/25/2023

Limited Tickets❗ Platinum-selling, GRAMMY® nominated, Juno and Billboard Award-Winning singer Gino Vannelli returns in ONE WEEK for an unforgettable concert experience! Get your tickets before they're gone by visiting: https://www.rutheckerdhall.com/events/detail/gino-vannelli

Tonight we welcome The Man in Black: A Tribute to Johnny Cash!  Doors open at 7pm, show starts at 8pm.Join us before the...
02/24/2023

Tonight we welcome The Man in Black: A Tribute to Johnny Cash! Doors open at 7pm, show starts at 8pm.

Join us before the show on Frenchy’s Rooftop Terrace* for happy hour specials from 6:30 to 7:30pm!

*The Terrace is only available to ticket holders, weather permitting.

Get ready for a mind-blowing hilarious night with Justin Willman at the historic Bilheimer Capitol Theatre! Doors open a...
02/23/2023

Get ready for a mind-blowing hilarious night with Justin Willman at the historic Bilheimer Capitol Theatre! Doors open at 6:30pm, show starts at 7:30pm.

Frenchy’s Rooftop Terrace* is the place to be before the show! Join us for happy hour specials from 6-7pm.

*The Terrace is only available to ticket holders, weather permitting.

Before returning to the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre next week, it's time to throw it back to 2020 for Lyle Lovett's perfor...
02/23/2023

Before returning to the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre next week, it's time to throw it back to 2020 for Lyle Lovett's performance with his Acoustic Band!

Limited tickets remain for both performances on Feb 28 and Mar 1. Reserve your tickets before they're gone by visiting: https://www.rutheckerdhall.com/events/detail/lyle-lovett

📷 Tracy May

Check out this article from Creative Loafing and get to know rising Country star Sierra Ferrell! 📰 https://www.cltampa.c...
02/21/2023
30 new concerts coming to Tampa Bay, including rising country star Sierra Ferrell

Check out this article from Creative Loafing and get to know rising Country star Sierra Ferrell! 📰 https://www.cltampa.com/music/30-new-concerts-coming-to-tampa-bay-including-rising-country-star-sierra-ferrell-15119448

Catch Sierra Tue, May 30 for her Bilheimer Capitol Theatre debut in Downtown Clearwater! Great seats still available. Reserve your tickets before they're gone by visiting: https://www.rutheckerdhall.com/events/detail/sierra-ferrell

Magic Giant, Disturbed and Surf Curse are among the highlights.

❗Just Announced❗ After amassing an audience of over six million on YouTube, the long-awaited return of Russell Brand is ...
02/21/2023

❗Just Announced❗ After amassing an audience of over six million on YouTube, the long-awaited return of Russell Brand is here!

Don't miss the award-winning British comedian and cultural/political commentator for his Bilheimer Capitol Theatre debut Mon, Mar 6.

Tickets on-sale now! Get yours today by visiting: https://www.rutheckerdhall.com/events/detail/russell-brand

This show is for audiences 16+.

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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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What is your current Covid policy? 
Please tell us which actress will be playing Sister on March 7th!
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I thought I would share this with the Capitol Theatre and your network of musicians:

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Please, I have been trying to reach Ruth Eckerd for info on Jon Anderson July 3rd concert. Postponed or canceled? Please let us know what is going on.
Just wondering how long the Tower of Power show is going to be in limbo... Have tix, still waiting???
Hi, do you know when Tower of Power is rescheduling their postponed concert on April 30th? I keep checking REH website and all it says is TBA. I've had tickets purchased since Nov 2019. I don't get to see them perform a lot. Would be so disappointed if they didn't reschedule. I even emailed REH and got the standard form reply. Any help would be appreciated. Thank you.
It’s so cool that David Archuleta will be coming here in May, and there’s actually a few concerts that I didn’t know about as well! If you’re looking for something fun to do while waiting for these bands to come into town, I saw that the Gasparilla Film Festival will be playing new movies that aren’t even in theaters yet for only $12. They’re going to be having some panels, events, and movie screenings from March 17th to the 22nd, and there’s a ton of movies I’m looking forward to seeing so I thought I’d share in case anyone else was looking for a fun event!
2 tickets to JOHN MAYALL CONCERT:
Wednesday 03/11/20- 7:30pm
Isle- Orch Left, Row N, seats 20 & 21.
Regular price (minus taxes) $110/both.

Have to be out of town...my loss, your gain of great blues!
Still looking for UFO tickets to buy.
I know it's a long shot but, by any chance, did anyone who went to the Big Bad Voodoo Daddy show last night find a cardholder like this one on the floor? It fell out of my purse and I've spent all day on the phone with different people from Ruth Eckerd Hall and I even drove the 45 minutes to the Capitol Theatre tonight to speak to someone and show them this one so they know what to look for since it's so small. It had my license and a credit card (which has been canceled). Thank you for your time and please pray it turns up so I don't have to deal with the DMV!
I need 2 tickets for the UFO concert if anyone has a pair to sell.Looking for close to stage as possible.
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