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*The fully rehabilitated Theatre will include a tower addition to the west with rooftop terrace boasting views of the mountains. (Image courtesy of CSNA Architects).*

Construction is Underway!

Last spring marked the start of the rehabilitation of the Fox West Theatre. Phase 1 of the project addresses four key areas essential to the overall rehabilitation: hazardous materials abatement; the reactivation of the retail storefronts; the completion of exterior stabilization and façade restoration; and the base infrastructure for fire protection and electrical service systems throughout the six-story building.

Originally occupied by a saloon on the west and the Hausman Brothers’ Drug Store on the east, the storefront façades will be restored to their original design while breathing new life into the commercial Main Street. Opening this summer, the eastern storefront of the Theatre will be home to the Trinidad Tea Company, owned and operated by a talented local couple, Christa Russell and Todd Franks.

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*Pictured above is a glimpse of the recently uncovered grand archway entrance which was enclosed during major renovations in 1935. (Photo courtesy of Mike Valentine).*

Project Background

The City of Trinidad bought the 1908 Fox West Theatre in 2018. In partnership with Urban Neighborhoods, helmed by Dana Crawford, and the Fox West Theatre Alliance, the Theatre is being transformed into a mixed-use facility to serve as the community's cultural and social hub.

We are thrilled to have raised over $5.5 million to get this project off the ground. However, the rehabilitation of the Theatre and an annex addition has a $25 million price tag. We have a long way to go. With your help, we will make it happen.

Funding Partners

Colorado Creative Industries, a division of the Office of Economic Development and International Trade
Department of Local Affairs
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Colorado Department of Public Health and the Environment
History Colorado's State Historical Fund
Boettcher Foundation
El Pomar Foundation

Many thanks to our partners that have supported our project through generous grant awards!

Fox West Theatre Alliance Board of Directors

Curt Wallach and Suzanne Magnuson, Co-Presidents
Gina Cimino, Vice President
Myland Pride, Treasurer
Stephanie Bakken, Secretary
Jerry Campbell, Member
Christina Duran, Member
Christa Franks, Member
Kim Lucero, Member
Jim Montoya, Member
Dora Silver, Member
Lou Simpleman, Member
Joann Simpleman, Member

Learn more about the history of the Fox West Theatre here:

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Save a Seat for $100!

One way to support the effort is to participate in our "Save a Seat" campaign. As of today, we have reserved the back two rows of the balcony seats for $100 each! Commemorate a loved one, honor a family or organization with a seat that will carry on their unique legacy. Each sponsored seat will be adorned with a personalized plaque with text of your choice. Your support will directly contribute to essential rehabilitation work and will be a visible part of the historic Theatre’s exciting future. See the seat map, pricing and more details, here.

Save a Seat

Project Team

City of Trinidad (building owner): Mayor Phil Rico, Mike Valentine/City Manager, City Council

Urban Neighborhoods, Inc. (project management): Dana Crawford, Chris Smith, Sara Hubbard, Lisa Evans, Stephanie Bakken
CSNA Architects (architecture): Gregory Friesen, Diana Esquivel-Gamboa, Taylor Mueller, Ken Thomas, Alicia Gonzales
Trinidad Construction Group (General Contractor): Karl Gabrielson, Jim Perrotti, Sam McDonald
IMEG (mechanical, electrical, plumbing engineering): Ken Urbanek, Mark Zappanti, Walker Jones, Carrie Burgart, Jacob Nicol
Agave Landscapes & Masonry (brick restoration): Thaddeus Hust
Custom Plaster (conservation services): Greg Marsters
Historic Stage Services (scenery restoration): Wendy Waszut-Barrett
Theatre Consultants Collaborative: Paul Sanow and Robert Long
Jensen Hughes (code and life safety consulting): Sean Donahue
EverGreene Architectural Arts (historic element restoration): Jeff Greene
HCDA Engineering (structural engineer): Steve Horner
GMS Consulting (civil engineering): Ken White
VMWilson Consulting (fundraising): Vickie Wilson

Fox West Theatre Alliance

The Fox West Theatre Alliance, a 501(c)3 organization, was established to enrich the lives of residents of Trinidad and its visitors. The Alliance is also organized to oversee the rehabilitation efforts and manage the historic Fox West Theatre as a leading performance, educational, and gathering venue. The Alliance strives to strengthen and energize the community and to serve as a catalyst for cultural and economic growth.