The Curio Theatre Company staff cannot wait to welcome patrons back for live indoor shows for the first time since Fall 2019. But, to be able to put on a live performance, in compliance with the guidelines of the Actors’ Equity Association, the West Philly theatre needs to improve ventilation in their space (it is located in the old Calvary Church building at 48th and Baltimore). The cost of the required ventilation system is $10,000 and Curio is currently seeking help from the community.

“As you can imagine, this is a heavy financial lift for our small organization after nearly two years without our usual business activity,” reads Curio’s fundraising appeal. “That is why our second annual Spotlight Fund will be dedicated to raising the funds needed for this HVAC system rental.”

The Spotlight Fund is a special fundraiser in honor of Curio’s beloved board member Mary Allegra who passed away in 2019.

“Please help us raise $10,000 so that we can all gather in the theatre again safely. We don’t just want to re-open….we want to throw the doors wide open and welcome all of you with hugs,” Curio’s plea to the community continues.

If you would like to support Curio’s efforts to reopen, please go here for more information and to make a donation.

Curio has also announced that proof of vaccination will be required for all of their patrons when the new season begins.

In other Curio Theatre news, fall classes are set to begin in-person at Curio Theatre School on October 16th. Classes are held every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Children in grades 1 through 8 are welcome to register. Visit this page for more details.