The Avalon Theatre Foundation

The Avalon Theatre Foundation The Avalon Theatre Foundation, Inc. is a private non-profit created to renovate and restore the Avalon Theatre.

is a private, non-profit organization founded in 1991 by Pat Gormley. Its original mission was the historic restoration of the beautiful Romanesque Revival building. It successfully undertook a fundraising effort that provided for the restoration of the theater's original 1923 façade. The Foundation continues to center its mission on historic preservation, generational heritage, and the continued

commercial operations of The Avalon Theatre. Today, it embodies an added sense of responsibility and vision aimed at propelling the facility into a true civic auditorium capable of accommodating a wider range of uses that support significantly improved commercial and cultural benefits to the community.

Introducing the newest member to our Board of Directors: Abigail Mangum​Abigail is a community-driven nonprofit professi...
12/22/2025

Introducing the newest member to our Board of Directors: Abigail Mangum

​Abigail is a community-driven nonprofit professional, digital creative, and arts advocate with deep roots in the Grand Junction arts scene. She currently serves as Project Director at the Life & Breath Foundation, where she has helped the organization grow from a small volunteer-led nonprofit into a mid-sized foundation with multiple paid staff. In this role, Abigail leads program coordination, community outreach, project development, and donor communication.

We are proud to welcome her as the 11th member to our board - creating a fully staffed board with diverse energy and skill sets.

For more information about Abigail and the rest of our Directors, please visit our website: https://www.avalontheatrefoundation.org/board-of-directors.html

The Avalon Theatre Foundation would like to welcome another member to its Board of Directors: Scott BeilfussScott is a 4...
12/21/2025

The Avalon Theatre Foundation would like to welcome another member to its Board of Directors: Scott Beilfuss

Scott is a 40-year transplant from Wisconsin. After a career in sales, Scott got involved with numerous local nonprofits and activist groups working on environmental, social, and economic equity issues. Two years ago, Scott was elected to the Grand Junction City Council and has served consecutive terms on the city's Arts and Culture board. He believes the arts are the glue that holds the Grand Valley people together.

As a current City Council Member, Scott has been instrumental in fighting for improvements at the theatre. With his help, we have accomplished a great deal this year.

For more information about Scott and the rest of our board members, please visit our website:
https://www.avalontheatrefoundation.org/board-of-directors.html

12/07/2025

Parade of lights at the Avalon!

The Avalon Theatre Foundation is proud to have new board members joining its ranks. introducing: Jodi NiernbergJodi Nier...
12/05/2025

The Avalon Theatre Foundation is proud to have new board members joining its ranks.

introducing: Jodi Niernberg

Jodi Niernberg, a Grand Junction native, moved away to pursue her education and career but ultimately chose to return to the valley and put down roots. Now a small business owner of two successful restaurants she runs with her husband, a boutique real estate firm, and the mother of two rambunctious boys, she’s proud to call Grand Junction home and raise her family here.

Jodi believes arts and hospitality are the heart and soul of any thriving city, and she remains deeply committed to championing and growing both.

To learn more about our board of directors, please visit our website:

https://www.avalontheatrefoundation.org/board-of-directors.html

Today, we would like to thank for their support of our foundation this past year.With their support and from others li...
12/05/2025

Today, we would like to thank for their support of our foundation this past year.

With their support and from others like you, we have been able to uplift our public theatre, creating new benefits for our community groups and traveling artists alike.

As the year ends, we will be announcing some very exciting news to the Theatre and what performing groups will be able to expect from our venue space in the new year.

But for now, know that you can have an impact too! Pavers at the rooftop terrace are still available and can be purchased directly on our website.

https://www.avalontheatrefoundation.org/paver-program.html

Make your mark on the Avalon today, with a paver customized for your family or business.

As we near the end of the year, we would like to celebrate the number of accomplishments that we have achieved together....
12/04/2025

As we near the end of the year, we would like to celebrate the number of accomplishments that we have achieved together. One of those being the new artwork you've probably seen hanging above the entrance to Encore Hall.

This is the long-awaited Save-A-Seat project, curated by local Artist Mary Ann Griffith. The beautiful artwork features the plaques of the old seats at the Avalon, purchased by YOU - our donors.

It is with great thanks to Mary, and to you, that our efforts are symbolized together as the Avalon continues to improve in the benefit of our community and those who call it home.

For more information about the save-a-seat project, please email:
[email protected].

If you would like to support our ongoing efforts to improve the theatre, see how you can make a difference here:
https://www.avalontheatrefoundation.org/donate.html

12/03/2025

Join us on Saturday, December 6 as we kick off the Parade of Lights in style! The Avalon Theatre will open its doors at 4:00 PM, giving you the perfect warm, festive spot to enjoy holiday cocktails, concessions, and fun activities for the kids — including coloring and letters to Santa — before the parade rolls by at 5:00 PM.

Day-of tickets are $25 | $15, and only 150 tickets will be sold.

Happy Friday everyone! Head on down to the Avalon Theatre tonight for another fantastic musical - Bright Star. Showtime...
11/14/2025

Happy Friday everyone! Head on down to the Avalon Theatre tonight for another fantastic musical - Bright Star. Showtime is at 7pm, doors at 6pm.

We are very thankful to be working with Geek Parties again to raise funds for our beloved theatre.

Cant make it tonight? Check out tomorrow's showtimes: https://www.avalontheatregj.com/upcoming-events/bright-star

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P. O. Box 2243
Grand Junction, CO
81502

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