The seats, the new ticket price & more (video)
By now, you’ve probably heard about the changes at the Byrd Theatre. I sat down with Gibson Worsham, President of the Byrd Theatre Foundation, for an in-depth look at what’s changed and what’s coming.
BTW, Gibson is an architect, but he’s also a blogger (Urban Scale Richmond), where he’s profiled some of Richmond’s historical theatres.
NOTE: Click on each question to watch the video answer or there’s also a full-length version (at the bottom) if you’d prefer.
What is the purpose of the Byrd Theatre Foundation? (:19)
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Talk about some of the renovations that have already taken place. (:42)
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What about the seats? (1:18)
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Is there a date to begin installing the new seats? (:42)
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What’s the reasoning behind and response to the new $4 ticket price? (:26)
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Are first run movies really a consideration? (1:09)
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What else has changed lately? (:26)
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The entire interview (5:30)
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A fine, informative presentation, Jerry. Thank you. I’d also like to know if there’s a plan to restore the original marquee, or replace the current one with something more compatible with the historic facade.
Restoring the original BYRD blade sign out front and the neon framed marquee from the 30’s has always been part of the plan.
PS Will the historic anti-litter announcement continue to run?
I have no idea…haven’t been to a regular movie there in many years.
The litter trailer is a treasured part of the Byrd’s history….which is why it was converted to digital when we switched formats….it’s not going anywhere!