""Our goal is to activate and re-energize the building with equity, inclusion, and community at the forefront," Another Planet CEO Gregg Perloff said in a statement. "We look forward to contributing to the vibrancy and economic health of the Castro while honoring its legacy as an LGBTQ+ landmark and cultural anchor.""
""The Castro Theatre recently completed renovations, with upgrades to its HVAC, sound, lighting and video systems, as well as its restrooms and ADA accessibility. According to a press release from Another Planet, the auditorium floor has been reworked to allow flexibility for screenings, seated events and standing room-only shows. Another Planet projects that the theater will attract over 200,000 annual visitors, which could be a boon to the neighborhood's bars, restaurants and other small businesses.""
""Smith, who was recently spotted filming a music video in San Francisco's historic gayborhood, posted a TikTok video of themself under the Castro Theatre's marquee with the words "coming soon." Their residency, named after their new ballad, "To Be Free," includes eight concert dates Feb. 10-21, and tickets go on sale Oct. 7.""
The Castro Theatre will reopen in February 2026 after a two-year closure with an eight-night concert residency by British singer Sam Smith. Renovations upgraded HVAC, sound, lighting and video systems, improved restrooms and ADA accessibility, and reworked the auditorium floor for screenings, seated events and standing-room shows. Another Planet Entertainment, which took over the venue in 2022, plans to prioritize equity, inclusion and community while acknowledging the theater's LGBTQ+ legacy. The company projects more than 200,000 annual visitors and potential economic benefits for nearby bars, restaurants and small businesses. The management change prompted backlash from movie enthusiasts over reduced film programming and altered seating.
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