The Curtain Rises Again: Renovations Are Complete!
Since opening in 1933, Hershey Theatre has served as a pillar of cultural enrichment for our community. The Theatre remains a steadfast reminder of Mr. Hershey’s vision to bring the arts to Hershey through its stunning architecture and world-class performances.
We extend our sincere thanks to you, our patrons and community, for your patience and support throughout our year-long renovation. This carefully planned project focused on essential infrastructure upgrades while honoring and preserving the Theatre’s historic character.
Improvements include:
- Completely refurbished heating, ventilation and air conditioning
- New mechanical and electrical systems
- 1,904 new seats
- New carpeting
- New LED lighting throughout
- Additional aisle lighting
- Improved wi-fi connectivity
- New handrails in balcony aisles (coming May/June)
- Additional removable armrests to facilitate wheelchair transfer
- Improved pedestrian crossing
- Improved parking lot spaces, lighting and green space
- New sidewalks and exterior paver plaza
- Modernized assisted-listening system (coming in April)
- Modernization of the stage
- New orchestra pit lift
- New enclosed loading dock to streamline show load-ins
- Expanded and improved building’s sprinkler system
- New emergency generator
- New water and sewer pipes
- Remodeled dressing rooms
- Refurbished, historically-inspired marquis
The entire Theatre team is grateful for your understanding as we worked to revitalize this iconic building. By investing in its future, we continue to honor Mr. Hershey’s legacy and ensure the Theatre remains a vibrant cultural destination for generations to come. We are happy to welcome you back and celebrate this exciting new chapter together.
Sincerely,
Donald C. Papson
Executive Director, The M.S. Hershey Foundation