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ritztheaternewburgh commented about Ritz Theatre on Sep 19, 2012 at 6:29 am

Thank you for your comment Tinseltoes. When the Ritz first opened in 1933 it was named the Ritz Theatre. The theater and building has since changed hands and been renamed over the decades (for example it was Cinema I Cinema II for a while). Since purchasing the building in 2002, we are established as a non-profit organization and named the Ritz Theater Newburgh, Inc. (a 501 © (3) organization). We are harkening back to the original name as closely as we can. The current Marquee is in need of restoration, and should be completed by this fall. Please stay tuned for updates!

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ritztheaternewburgh commented about Proposed Architectural Rendering of Renovated Ritz Theater on Sep 18, 2012 at 9:56 am

The Ritz Theaters mission is to create a vibrant professional performing arts venue in the city of Newburgh that revitalizes the local economy, enriches the education of youth, and enhances community pride.

Located on the corner of Broadway and Liberty Street in Newburgh, New York, the Ritz Theater is the last remaining historic theater in the city. Neglect and fire have claimed the others. It is our goal to restore this legendary theater, where stars such as Lucille Ball and Frank Sinatra made debut performances, where Ella Fitzgerald and Louis Prima belted timeless tunes, and where countless memories were made. Our goal for the restoration of the Ritz is to create a venue for live performances, provide employment training and educational opportunities for the residents of our community, and provide a home for local arts and performance groups. By saving and preserving Newburgh’s forgotten legacy for future generations, we will support the city’s cultural rebirth, which is only just beginning.

This photo is an architectural rendering of what the restored theater will look like once completed.

For information on how to get involved, please email us or visit our website www.ritztheaternewburgh.org

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ritztheaternewburgh commented about Ritz Theatre on Sep 18, 2012 at 9:29 am

Check out our website for the concert lineup for the 2012-13 Tom Humphrey Guitar Series. All proceeds benefit the restoration of the last remaining historic theater in Newburgh, NY http://www.ritztheaternewburgh.org

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ritztheaternewburgh commented about Ritz Theatre on Sep 18, 2012 at 9:28 am

The Ritz Theater and Newburgh Veterinary Hospital, in association with the Bardavon, are pleased to announce the first concert of the 2012-13 Tom Humphrey Guitar Series. On Saturday, September 29 at 8 PM, Rory Block will perform. Rory Block has become one of the world’s most important preservers of the roots of American blues music and an uncompromisingly mature artist. Her playing and her singing are always otherworldly as she wrestles with ghosts, shadows and legends.

The concert will be held in the Ritz Theater Lobby at 107 Broadway in Newburgh. Tickets are $25 each and can be purchased by calling the Ritz Theater Box Office at (845) 784-1199. For your convenience we accept all major credit cards. Tickets may also be purchased through TicketWeb at (866) 468-7619, www.ticketweb.com. All tickets are general admission and include a reception with the musicians immediately following the concert. Seating is limited.

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ritztheaternewburgh commented about Ritz Theatre on Sep 28, 2011 at 8:02 am

2011-12 Tom Humphrey Guitar Series Dates Announced! Musicians to Honor Legendary Guitar Maker as Series Continues for Fourth Year

The Ritz Theater and La Bella Strings, in association with the Bardavon, are pleased to announce the lineup for the fourth season of the Tom Humphrey Guitar Series. Tickets are available beginning September 28 for $25 each, please call the Ritz Theater Box Office at (845) 784-1199. Seating is limited, purchase tickets to all five shows by October 5 and receive reserved seating in the first four rows! For more information please email

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ritztheaternewburgh commented about Ritz Theatre on Oct 16, 2009 at 2:02 pm

We are working very hard to restore this historic gem! Please contact us if you would ever like to take a tour of the space, or would like more information. Sincerely, Kristen Cronin (Ritz Theater)