Crowds braved one of the stormiest of San Francisco winter evenings on the night of February 4, 2024, for the final program held at the Castro Theatre before the 101-year-old landmark venue's closure for an estimated 14-16 months to allow for renovation.
With help from her friend Carroll 'Toddy' Todd (Robert Preston), she blossoms into 'Victor/Victoria' in a queer-centric story that reminded many in the theatre about the importance of friendship and community. That energy was palpable, as audience members filled the historic Spanish-Baroque theatre with cheers, laughter, hisses, and applause.
Getting help from friends saved the event behind the scenes too, as the bad weather prevented at least two planned entertainers-film and stage star Lesley Ann Warren ('Norma Cassidy' in the movie) and drag artist Matthew Martin-from attending and participating due to canceled flights.
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