Capri Theater

Capri Theater Be @ the Capri! Located at 2027 West Broadway (one block east of Penn Ave.
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Built in 1927, the Capri Theater’s storied history includes 35 years as the Paradise Theater (from 1933 to 1967), as well as the place where Prince launched his international music career in January 1979. North), the Capri Theater is owned and operated by Plymouth Christian Youth Center (PCYC). Renovated in 2021, the 250-seat Capri is an ideal venue for music (acoustic and amplified), theater, fil

m, dance, spoken word, community forums and more. Performing arts activities ranging from concerts by The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra to performances by emerging hip hop artists during our Freedom of Xpression open mic sessions demonstrate the versatility of our venue. Thanks to our acclaimed Legends jazz series, Minnesota Monthly magazine named the Capri the Twin Cities’ “Best Jazz Venue.” In Minneapolis, the arts drive development, and on the Northside, the Capri Theater is bringing up the lights on West Broadway!

We'd appreciate your support!
07/26/2024

We'd appreciate your support!

...For many good reasons!   Be a Capri Ambassador. With a new season of exciting activity about to begin at the Capri in September, we invite you to join us as a ’24-’25 member of our Capri Ambassador

Be @ the Capri for Jazz at the Plaza featuring the Bossa Jazz Quartet!July 25 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pmThe Bossa Jazz Quartet ...
07/25/2024

Be @ the Capri for Jazz at the Plaza featuring the Bossa Jazz Quartet!
July 25 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
The Bossa Jazz Quartet will feature a Brazil rhythm section with bassist Anibal Soares and drummer Josue Alfaro joining stellar American jazz musicians Jason Craft on keyboard and John Bertsch on saxophone.
For more details, click the link below! 👇🏾
https://thecapri.org/event/jazz-access-presents-jazz-at-the-plaza-bossa-jazz-quartet/

First Thursday Films is back!  📅September 5 at 7 pmThe 10th Season of First Thursday Films @ the Capri opens with POWER,...
07/24/2024

First Thursday Films is back!
📅September 5 at 7 pm
The 10th Season of First Thursday Films @ the Capri opens with POWER, a 2024 American documentary film, written, directed, and produced by Yance Ford. It explores the scope and scale of the American police over hundreds of years.
Take a look at the trailer here!
👉🏾https://thecapri.org/event/first-thursday-films-the-capri-presents-power/
THE FULL 2024/25 SEASON’S PROGRAM WILL BE ANNOUNCED SOON!

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This is a QUICK NOTE to all previous Capri Glee! singers and any who've expressed interest.Registration is now open for ...
07/23/2024

This is a QUICK NOTE to all previous Capri Glee! singers and any who've expressed interest.
Registration is now open for the fall session, at this link.
https://thecapri.org/programs/community/capri-glee/
We build a new list specific to each session, so please sign up again even if you’ve done so in the past.
The Capri Glee! Fall 2024 session starts Tuesday, October 8.
Fall Rehearsals: 7-8:30pm Tuesdays, October 8 through November 5
Fall Concert: 7pm Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Cost: FREE thanks to a Minnesota State Arts Board grant, though donations to Capri Glee! are accepted anytime.
(Please designate Capri Glee! as a Tribute Gift.)
More information will be provided in late August or early September. In the meantime, please start spreading the word!

Summer Camp Capri middle school scholars perform...Into the Woods JR!5pm Wednesday, August 7, and Thursday, August 8Into...
07/22/2024

Summer Camp Capri middle school scholars perform...
Into the Woods JR!

5pm Wednesday, August 7, and Thursday, August 8
Into the Woods JR features all of your favorite characters — Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Jack (and his beanstalk), and the Witch — in this lyrically rich retelling of classic Brothers Grimm fables.
FREE! Registration is required and open to the general public at 1pm on Monday, July 22. Click this link for more details!
https://thecapri.org/programs/youth/summer-camp-capri-2/

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The PCYC  Bright Futures Summer Freedom School ends the week with another fun field trip. Up next, the Minnesota Zoo! Ou...
07/19/2024

The PCYC Bright Futures Summer Freedom School ends the week with another fun field trip. Up next, the Minnesota Zoo! Our scholars enjoy learning and exploring all things in nature!

The dancing, singing, and art-making has begun! It's Summer Camp Capri, our 5-week, 5-days-a-week, full-on arts immersio...
07/11/2024

The dancing, singing, and art-making has begun! It's Summer Camp Capri, our 5-week, 5-days-a-week, full-on arts immersion, summer camp for middle school scholars that culminates with their production of "Into The Woods JR" on Aug. 7 & 8. It's going to be a great summer @ the Capri!

After a 20-year hiatus, Twin Cities PBS, in partnership with SoulTouch Productions, dusted off its acclaimed original pr...
07/09/2024

After a 20-year hiatus, Twin Cities PBS, in partnership with SoulTouch Productions, dusted off its acclaimed original program Don’t Believe the HYPE in 2023. PYC student, Darius Smith was a member of the HYPE crew and can be seen on camera near the end of the video.
Executive Produced by original HYPE co-creator Robin Hickman-Winfield (with Susan Robeson), and Daniel Bergin, the project’s goal then—and now—is to leverage the power of media-making to help Indigenous, Black, Latine, and Asian American youth craft their own narratives and amplify their unique voices within the Twin Cities community.
Check out the video below!
https://youtu.be/4kNYbmY1n1w?si=SNuk0e-IuFIf3xr1

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After a 20-year hiatus, Twin Cities PBS, in partnership with SoulTouch Productions, dusted off its acclaimed original program Don’t Believe the HYPE in 2023....

PCYC is hiring a "Donor Relations & Special Events Director."  Please check out this awesome opportunity and help us spr...
07/02/2024

PCYC is hiring a "Donor Relations & Special Events Director." Please check out this awesome opportunity and help us spread the word! Thanks.
pcyc-mpls.org/about-pcyc/careers/





Tomorrow, 6/30, is the last day of our campaign!  Please take a moment now to contribute and help us close out strong!  ...
06/29/2024

Tomorrow, 6/30, is the last day of our campaign! Please take a moment now to contribute and help us close out strong! No donation too small or large. Choose what works for you. Thank you, one and all!
More info/Donate here: thecapri.org/support/stand-together-with-us/

We now have 3 days left in our campaign. If you've been thinking of contributing please take the time today. Every donat...
06/28/2024

We now have 3 days left in our campaign. If you've been thinking of contributing please take the time today. Every donation, in every amount, counts! thecapri.org/support/stand-together-with-us/

Just 4 DAYS LEFT in our campaign. THANK YOU ALL for standing together with us! As of today (6/27), we've raised $753,338 toward our $1.5 million goal, from 339 donors. "I witness how we lift up young

When you support the Capri and PCYC you also support our work with MSP Film and The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra, two or...
06/26/2024

When you support the Capri and PCYC you also support our work with MSP Film and The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra, two organizations who've brought stellar concerts and films to the Capri for many years, with grace, creativity, and flair!

Inspiration Happens Here - thanks to our work together with these great partners. Keep their extraordinary music and film comin'! Please take a moment now to "Stand with The Capri and PCYC," and share our request with others you know.

We need and appreciate everyone's support. Thank you.
Donate/More: https://thecapri.org/support/stand-together-with-us/







DanceCo presents: Wolf TalesJune 29 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 amDanceCo returns to the stage this summer with a series of free,...
06/26/2024

DanceCo presents: Wolf Tales
June 29 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
DanceCo returns to the stage this summer with a series of free, interactive, family-friendly performances. Wolf Tales is a mashup of the familiar fairytales Peter and the Wolf, Little Red Riding Hood, and the Three Little Pigs.
Support this Capri rental by clicking this link
👉🏽https://thecapri.org/event/danceco-presents-wolf-tales/
To learn about DanceCo and our professional artists, go to DanceCoMN.com.
Be @ the Capri!

This stunning destination venue, job creator, educational and cultural hub contributes mightily to the economic vitality...
06/26/2024

This stunning destination venue, job creator, educational and cultural hub contributes mightily to the economic vitality of North Minneapolis. It is a city and state treasure worthy of your support.

If you agree, and we hope you do, please take a moment now to "Stand with The Capri and PCYC." And please share our request with others who might be interested in supporting this incredible institution and its vibrant artistic mission. Thank you!

Donate by June 30: thecapri.org/support/stand-together-with-us/












"As teachers and performers at the Capri we've seen the life-changing, disparity-bursting, pride-building potential of t...
06/25/2024

"As teachers and performers at the Capri we've seen the life-changing, disparity-bursting, pride-building potential of this place over and over again."
--Dennis Spears and Greta Oglesby

Education Happens Here. Please take a moment now to "Stand with The Capri and PCYC” – and keep it all comin', for our scholars, our community, and you. Thanks!

Donate/More: https://thecapri.org/support/stand-together-with-us/






"It has been amazing to see the impact of this program on my daughter's life throughout the years."  --Rosa, Bright Futu...
06/25/2024

"It has been amazing to see the impact of this program on my daughter's life throughout the years." --Rosa, Bright Futures parent

Growth Happens Here.

Please take a moment now to "Stand with The Capri and PCYC.” - Just 6 more days to the campaign donation deadline (6/30).

We need and appreciate your support. Thank you.

Donate/More: https://thecapri.org/support/stand-together-with-us/ Thank you!





"I witness how we lift up young people, families, artists, and community every day when I step into our buildings. Every...
06/25/2024

"I witness how we lift up young people, families, artists, and community every day when I step into our buildings. Every day."
--Kevin West, Capri General Manager and Director of the Capri After School Theater (CAST)

Inspiration Happens Here. Please take a moment now to "Stand with The Capri and PCYC” We need and appreciate your support. Thank you!

Donate/More: https://thecapri.org/support/stand-together-with-us/






Our friends and neighbors across the street support the Capri and PCYC. We are in community! 7 more days -- yes, just 1 ...
06/25/2024

Our friends and neighbors across the street support the Capri and PCYC. We are in community!
7 more days -- yes, just 1 week -- to "Stand with The Capri and PCYC." We appreciate your support, and remember, every donation, in any amount, counts.

Donate/More: https://thecapri.org/support/stand-together-with-us/ Thank you!





McKnight Theater Artists present: Work in ProgressPresented by Playwrights’ CenterJoin us for an evening of new works in...
06/24/2024

McKnight Theater Artists present: Work in Progress
Presented by Playwrights’ Center
Join us for an evening of new works in progress created by the 2023-24 McKnight Theater Artist Fellows!
June 24 @ 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Free but please reserve your ticket(s). Learn more about this Capri rental by clicking the link below. 👇🏾
https://thecapri.org/event/mcknight-theater-artists-present-work-in-progress/

Be @ the Capri!

PCYC is a place of strength and beauty where every young person is nurtured and challenged to reach their utmost potenti...
06/23/2024

PCYC is a place of strength and beauty where every young person is nurtured and challenged to reach their utmost potential.
Please remember: Every donation, in any amount, counts.
8 more days to "Stand with The Capri and PCYC."

Donate/More: https://thecapri.org/support/stand-together-with-us/ Thank you!





06/23/2024
Please take a moment to tell friends and colleagues - everyone you know - that the Capri and PCYC are city and state tre...
06/22/2024

Please take a moment to tell friends and colleagues - everyone you know - that the Capri and PCYC are city and state treasures worthy of their support. We need a wider circle of donors and promoters! And remember, every donation, in any amount, counts. 9 more days to contribute: Donate/More: https://thecapri.org/support/stand-together-with-us/ Thank you.






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Built in 1927, the Capri Theater’s storied history includes 35 years as the Paradise Theater (from 1933 to 1967), as well as the place where Prince launched his international music career in January 1979. Located at 2027 West Broadway (one block east of Penn Ave. North), the Capri Theater is owned and operated by Plymouth Christian Youth Center (PCYC). Renovated in 2009, the 250-seat Capri is an ideal venue for music (acoustic and amplified), theater, film, dance, spoken word, community forums and more. Performing arts activities ranging from concerts by The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra to performances by emerging hip hop artists during our Freedom of Xpression open mic sessions demonstrate the versatility of our venue. In Minneapolis, the arts drive development, and on the Northside, the Capri Theater is bringing up the lights on West Broadway!

More information: www.thecapritheater.org

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