Capri Theater

Capri Theater Be @ the Capri! Located at 2027 West Broadway (one block east of Penn Ave.

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!

📆Coming up in March is Camp Capri S3!Dive into the arts at Camp Capri S3! 🎨🎶💃 Every 3rd Saturday, middle schoolers can e...
03/09/2025

📆Coming up in March is Camp Capri S3!
Dive into the arts at Camp Capri S3! 🎨🎶💃 Every 3rd Saturday, middle schoolers can explore music, dance, visual arts, crafts, and more with our amazing teaching artists. It's FREE, from 10am-2pm, and includes lunch! Join us for a day of creativity and fun!
On March 15 our guest artist, Briauna “BriiNoir” Williams, guides an exploration of Artful Aromas: Soap, Lotion and Labels. Scholars will choose their ingredients and scents and design labels that match.
Get the details and register your scholar at the link below!
👉🏾https://thecapri.org/event/camp-capri-s3-third-saturdays-2/

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Camp Capri Encore Auditions - March 22 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pmCalling all high school performers! 🎭🎤💃 Summer Camp Capri Enc...
03/07/2025

Camp Capri Encore Auditions - March 22 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Calling all high school performers! 🎭🎤💃 Summer Camp Capri Encore is back! Elevate your stage skills in acting, vocals, and dance over four intensive weeks, culminating in a live performance. Grades 9-12, don't miss out!
Focus on acting, vocal music, and dance, and showcase your growth in a final live performance! Experience the thrill of performing for an audience. Details and registration: https://thecapri.org/event/camp-capri-encore-auditions/


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Good things you need to know!
03/05/2025

Good things you need to know!

Email from The Capri/PCYC NEW: Summer Camp Capri Encore & Much More THIS WINTER INTO SPRING! FILM First Thursday Films presents: We Grown Now 7pm THIS Thursday, 3/6 Come for the Movie. Stay for the Co

This week, don't miss First Thursday Films @ the Capri!Come see "We Grown Now" and stay for a conversation about the fil...
03/04/2025

This week, don't miss First Thursday Films @ the Capri!
Come see "We Grown Now" and stay for a conversation about the film with Kowanna Powell Anderson (📸pictured).
March 6 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Tickets are $5 at mspfilm.org (available soon) • Free for Northsiders.
Watch the trailer and get more details here 👇🏾
https://thecapri.org/event/first-thursday-films-the-capri-presents-we-grown-now/

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Be @ the Capri for the Capri Glee! Choir Spring Concert!March 25 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pmDirected by J.D. Steele, the Capri G...
02/26/2025

Be @ the Capri for the Capri Glee! Choir Spring Concert!
March 25 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Directed by J.D. Steele, the Capri Glee! adult community choir is ready to stir your soul with some classic R&B and gospel tunes, and some fun surprises from J.D.’s vast repertoire.
Get more details at the link! https://thecapri.org/event/capri-glee-choir-spring-concert/
Be @ the Capri for an inspiring, uplifting, magical evening of music.

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Need a space for an event? Rent at the Capri! There are many options, check them out on our website. https://thecapri.or...
02/20/2025

Need a space for an event? Rent at the Capri! There are many options, check them out on our website. https://thecapri.org/rent/faq/

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Next month, get ready for another great film!First Thursday Films @ the Capri presents: We Grown NowMarch 6 @ 7:00 pm - ...
02/15/2025

Next month, get ready for another great film!
First Thursday Films @ the Capri presents: We Grown Now
March 6 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Be @ the movies! Noteworthy films with good conversation that follows each screening on the first Thursday of every month.
Join conversation leader, Kowanna Powell Anderson, after the movie to discuss your thoughts.
Check out the trailer on the Capri website and get ticket info.
🎟https://thecapri.org/event/first-thursday-films-the-capri-presents-we-grown-now/
Partners: The Capri, MSP Film, Minnesota Historical Society
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BLACK BEAUTY BUYATHON ALERT! Celebrate Black entrepreneurs at the Capri! Explore:• Beauty & wellness products• Innovativ...
02/14/2025

BLACK BEAUTY BUYATHON ALERT! Celebrate Black entrepreneurs at the Capri!

Explore:
• Beauty & wellness products
• Innovative services
• Inspiring demos

Find new faves and support Black-owned businesses!
Learn more: thecapri.org

Want to showcase your brand? Register now: https://thecapri.org/black-beauty-buyathon-vendor-registration/

This Saturday! Camp Capri S3, for middle school-age scholars, is held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the third Saturday of ev...
02/13/2025

This Saturday! Camp Capri S3, for middle school-age scholars, is held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the third Saturday of every month.** It’s free, and lunch—and a lot of fun—is always served!
Get details and register your child using the link below.
👉🏾https://thecapri.org/event/camp-capri-s3-third-saturdays-2/

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Join us for the Black Beauty Buyathon at the Capri -- a unique market celebrating Black entrepreneurs and featuring:• Be...
02/12/2025

Join us for the Black Beauty Buyathon at the Capri -- a unique market celebrating Black entrepreneurs and featuring:
• Beauty and wellness products
• Innovative services
• Inspiring demos

Discover new faves and support Black-owned businesses! Learn more: thecapri.org.

Want to showcase your brand? There's still time to register as a vendor: https://thecapri.org/black-beauty-buyathon-vendor-registration/

Annie Turnbo Malone and Madam CJ Walker, pioneers in the Black beauty industry, were both self-made millionaires as a re...
02/11/2025

Annie Turnbo Malone and Madam CJ Walker, pioneers in the Black beauty industry, were both self-made millionaires as a result of their inventiveness, perseverance, and business acumen.

This coming Sunday we celebrate their legacy and the living spirit of Black entrepreneurship at the Capri Black Beauty Buyathon! Come explore, shop and enjoy this beauty-full market. 3-7pm, 2/16. More: thecapri.org.

Vendors can still register to participate, too. Register: https://thecapri.org/black-beauty-buyathon-vendor-registration/

Come experience a beauty-full market featuring self-care, beauty, and wellness products, services, ideas, and demonstrat...
02/10/2025

Come experience a beauty-full market featuring self-care, beauty, and wellness products, services, ideas, and demonstrations presented by Black entrepreneurs for YOU. More: thecapri.org.

If you'd like to participate as a vendor, please do! Register/more: thecapri.org/black-beauty-buyathon-vendor-registration/

Legends treats you to the soul-full music of Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell this weekend. Beat those winter blues. Be at ...
02/08/2025

Legends treats you to the soul-full music of Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell this weekend. Beat those winter blues. Be at the Capri. Tickets: capri.simpletix.com.

Email from The Capri/PCYC Legends brings on the soul with "Your Sweet Love"   Tonight and Tomorrow ...for a gentle, sublime, soul-full tribute to the music of Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell. Featuring

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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