"Two days before the grand reopening of the historic Castro Theatre in San Francisco, members of the San Francisco Bay Times team-legendary drag artist Donna Sachet, photographer Mike Kirschner, and Beth Schnitzer of Spritz -went on a tour of the theater. Led by David Perry, it reveals many interesting facts about the theater, such as what happened to the original chandelier, why a new organ will soon be installed, and why the concession stand is now mobile."
"Led by David Perry, it reveals many interesting facts about the theater, such as what happened to the original chandelier, why a new organ will soon be installed, and why the concession stand is now mobile. The tour also provides an intimate look at the theater on the eve of its community opening on February 6, 2026. Credit for the footage: Beth Schnitzer"
Two days before the grand reopening on February 6, 2026, the San Francisco Bay Times team toured the historic Castro Theatre with David Perry. The tour highlighted the theater's restored and changing features, including the fate of the original chandelier, plans for a new organ installation, and the conversion of the concession stand into a mobile operation. The visit offered an intimate, behind-the-scenes look at final preparations and community-facing elements. Participants included legendary drag artist Donna Sachet, photographer Mike Kirschner, and Beth Schnitzer of Spritz. Anticipation around the community opening was palpable during the walkthrough. Footage credit goes to Beth Schnitzer.
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