Entries by Drew Tanner

Peoples Bank Theatre honored to host Governor’s State of the State Address

Read the Governor’s official announcement. The Hippodrome/Colony Historical Theatre Association is honored by Governor John Kasich’s selection of Peoples Bank Theatre as the venue for his 2016 State of the State address on April 6. The HCHTA and Peoples Bank Theatre are proud to be able to host the Governor, members of the Ohio General Assembly, […]

February 23, 2016 by

Renovated Peoples Bank Theatre ready to shine once again

Originally published in The Marietta Times on February 6, 2016. by Art Smith, Marietta Times The stage at the Peoples Bank Theatre has stood dark for decades, waiting for a rebirth that has finally occurred. The fact that it was possible to restore the nearly century-old structure as a venue useful today links back to […]

February 6, 2016 by

Poundstone headlines show

Triple-threat Paula Poundstone, an American stand-up comedian, author and actress, will be performing Feb. 13 at the Peoples Bank Theatre. Best known for her observational, “everyday” humor, Poundstone’s comedic sets often involve audience member participation and a sense of spontaneity with “no two sets ever being the same.” The Peoples Bank Theatre crowd can expect this as well as witty banter about the comedian’s life, she said in a phone interview this week.

January 28, 2016 by

First performance was magic

Originally published January 9, 2016 in The Marietta Times by Janelle Patterson, Marietta Times With aerial acrobatics, contortion, juggling and magic, “Cirque-tacular’s World: European Edition” rang in a new era of professional performance and entertainment in Marietta Friday. As the opening show of the newly resurrected Peoples Bank Theatre on Putnam Street welcomed more than 900 […]

January 9, 2016 by

Grand Opening Weekend Update

We’re excited to have you join us for our Grand Opening weekend with performances by Cirque-Tacular on January 8 and An Acoustic Evening with Travis Tritt on January 9. Both events are SOLD OUT! There hasn’t been a crowd like this at the theatre in more than 30 years. Whether you’re joining us for one show or both, we’ve put […]

December 30, 2015 by

OPEN AUDITIONS: Oklahoma!

Please download and complete the Oklahoma! Audition Form and bring a copy with you to your audition. Hipp Stage Productions announces OPEN AUDITIONS for its summer theatre production of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Oklahoma! at Peoples Bank Theatre. Auditions take place at 3 p.m. January 31 and 7 p.m. February 1. Call-backs will begin at 7 […]

December 21, 2015 by

Finishing touches

Decades of work on theater exceeds expectations Grand opening only three weeks away Originally published December 16, 2015 in The Marietta Times by Janelle Patterson, The Marietta Times After 30 years of a silent stage filling the empty expanse of the Hippodrome in Marietta, new life and light have been brought back to the historic […]

December 16, 2015 by

Announcing the 2016 Spotlight Series

Peoples Bank Theatre is excited to announce our inaugural series of concerts in our newly-restored historic hall. The Winter-Spring 2016 Spotlight Series features 10 performances, encompassing a mix of music, comedy and dance. Tickets will go on sale to the general public at 12:00 noon on December 1. The series includes: Reduced Shakespeare Company’s Complete History of Comedy (abridged) […]

November 16, 2015 by

Opening: Part-time Bartender

We are currently looking for a part-time Bartender. Candidates should possess knowledge of drink preparation in a wide variety of applications, a strong commitment to quality service, a very high standard of excellence, and an awareness of local, state, and federal health and sanitation laws. Must be able to stand for long periods of time, […]

November 16, 2015 by

Openings: Box Office Manager, Concession & Box Office Staff

Peoples Bank Theatre is looking for a part-time Box Office Manager and part-time concession and box office employees. Hours are flexible and will include weekends and evenings. If interested, send cover letter, resume and three references to our Theatre Director, Susan Ferrell: sferrell@nullpeoplesbanktheatre.com. Equal employment opportunity. No phone calls please.

November 11, 2015 by

Gift Certificates Now Available

Looking for something special for that someone special? Give the gift of live entertainment! Peoples Bank Theatre gift certificates allow that person on your list to pick the exact shows and tickets they want. Redeemable online or at the box office, gift certificates are available in denominations of $25, $50, $75, $100, $150 and $200. […]

November 10, 2015 by

Grand Opening Tickets Now On Sale

Tickets for our Grand Opening weekend featuring Cirque-Tacular on January 8 and a Special Acoustic Evening with Travis Tritt on January 9 are now on sale. Ticket sales will be available exclusively through the event listings here on our website and our Facebook page.

October 15, 2015 by

Announcing Our Grand Opening Weekend: January 8-9

The historic Peoples Bank Theatre is excited to announce its Grand Opening weekend lineup for January 8 and 9. The two-day celebration kicks off with the New York-based acrobats of Cirque-tacular and culminates with a special Saturday evening acoustic concert by Grammy-winning country music star Travis Tritt. Tickets go on sale to the general public […]

September 10, 2015 by