Capri Theater

Capri Theater Be @ the Capri! Located at 2027 West Broadway (one block east of Penn Ave.

Built in 1927, the Capri Theater’s storied history includes 35 years as the Paradise Theater (from 1933 to 1967), as well as the place where Prince launched his international music career in January 1979. North), the Capri Theater is owned and operated by Plymouth Christian Youth Center (PCYC). Renovated in 2021, the 250-seat Capri is an ideal venue for music (acoustic and amplified), theater, fil

m, dance, spoken word, community forums and more. Performing arts activities ranging from concerts by The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra to performances by emerging hip hop artists during our Freedom of Xpression open mic sessions demonstrate the versatility of our venue. Thanks to our acclaimed Legends jazz series, Minnesota Monthly magazine named the Capri the Twin Cities’ “Best Jazz Venue.” In Minneapolis, the arts drive development, and on the Northside, the Capri Theater is bringing up the lights on West Broadway!

Calling all creative spirits!Discover your passion for the arts at Camp Capri Saturdays! This is a free, fun-filled prog...
09/27/2025

Calling all creative spirits!
Discover your passion for the arts at Camp Capri Saturdays! This is a free, fun-filled program designed for students in grades 5-8.
• What: Hands-on art activities led by experienced artists
• When: 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month, 10am-2pm
• Who: Up to 25 students in grades 5-8
• Bonus: Lunch is included!
Come explore, have fun, and find your own path in the arts. Don't miss out!
https://thecapri.org/event/camp-capri-1st-3rd-saturdays/2025-10-04/

🚨 Level Up Your Future! 🚨The Capri Best Buy Teen Tech Center is hosting a FREE, must-attend 2-day Student Success Semina...
09/26/2025

🚨 Level Up Your Future! 🚨
The Capri Best Buy Teen Tech Center is hosting a FREE, must-attend 2-day Student Success Seminar designed exclusively for high school students.
Ready to unlock your full potential? This interactive experience will equip you with the essential skills, strategies, and mindset you need to crush it in school and beyond!
What You'll Get:
• Expert Guidance: Facilitated by the amazing Bryant K. Smith, author, speaker, and human potential specialist.
• FREE Food & Drinks
• Stipend Awarded after completing both sessions! 💸
• A Clear Path to academic and personal success.
Space is limited, so don't miss out! Secure your spot now and invest in your success.
🗓️ Dates: October 3-4
🕓 Time: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Capri Best Buy Teen Tech Center
TAG a student who needs to see this! 👇

📽Mark your calendars for Thursday, October 2nd, at 7 p.m. for First Thursday Films @ The Capri!We'll be showing "Ricky,"...
09/22/2025

📽Mark your calendars for Thursday, October 2nd, at 7 p.m. for First Thursday Films @ The Capri!
We'll be showing "Ricky," a powerful film about a man who re-enters society after spending half his life in prison. He's 30 years old but has to learn how to navigate modern life, from technology to dating, all over again. The film's director, Rashad Frett, will join us for a conversation after the screening. This is a must-see!
Conversation Leader: Director of Ricky, Rashad Frett

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Circle up, Capri Ambassadors! 🔵 Get ready to kick off an amazing season with us at "Night Out at the Capri" on Saturday,...
09/19/2025

Circle up, Capri Ambassadors! 🔵 Get ready to kick off an amazing season with us at "Night Out at the Capri" on Saturday, Sept 20th, at 5:30pm!
Join Maija Garcia and Dennis Spears at The Broadway Studio @ the Capri for an exclusive gathering. You'll get the inside scoop on the season ahead, connect with fellow ambassadors, and meet Legends artist Mac Santiago before his opening night show.
We'll have light bites, bubbly, and great conversation. Space is limited to the first 50 people who register, so don't wait! We can't wait to see you there.

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Get ready to feel the rhythm! 🎉 Legends is back for season 16, and we're starting things off with a bang!Join us for a t...
09/15/2025

Get ready to feel the rhythm! 🎉 Legends is back for season 16, and we're starting things off with a bang!
Join us for a tropical escape with Mac Santiago and his Latin Soultet! Led by the legendary drummer and percussionist himself, this seven-piece orchestra is bringing the heat with their unique spin on Latin jazz classics. Let the sounds of Mac's Puerto Rican heritage transport you straight to the dance floor!🕺🏾
Grab your tickets now and get ready to be swept away.
• Saturday, 9/20 at 7 PM
• Sunday, 9/21 at 3 PM
Can't get enough? Secure a Season Pass for only $100 and catch all five fantastic Legends shows this season. That’s a $25 savings!
https://thecapri.org/event/mac-santiago-latin-soultet/2025-09-20/
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🎙Sing, move, and connect with your community!The Capri Glee! Adult Community Choir is back, and we can't wait to see you...
09/08/2025

🎙Sing, move, and connect with your community!
The Capri Glee! Adult Community Choir is back, and we can't wait to see you! We'll be filling the Capri Theater with music every Tuesday night, starting September 16 @ 7 pm.
Whether you're a returning member or new to the choir, we're ready to make some beautiful music together. About a third of the folks who have already signed up are new to Capri Glee!, so let's get ready to give them a warm welcome!
Get Ready for Rehearsal
• Sign up now! This helps us build our roster and make sure you get all the important updates and reminders.
• Wear a name tag from "another life" or make one with us at the first rehearsal. It's a great way to have fun and get to know each other.
• Bring a water bottle and wear comfy shoes. We move! 🕺💃
Even if you know you might miss a few rehearsals, sign up anyway to stay in the loop and Be Capri!
https://thecapri.org/programs/community/capri-glee/

Don't miss our next First Thursday Films event! This month we are screening the 2024 comedy, The American Society of Mag...
09/04/2025

Don't miss our next First Thursday Films event! This month we are screening the 2024 comedy, The American Society of Magical Negroes.
The film stars Justice Smith and David Alan Grier in a story that satirizes the "Magical Negro" trope, exploring what happens when a young man joins a secret society whose mission is to enhance the lives of white people.
Following the screening, local legend and performer Fancy Ray McCloney will lead a discussion about the film.
Thursday, September 4 | 7:00 PM
Get tickets here 👇🏾
https://thecapri.org/event/the-american-society-of-magical-negroes/
This series is a partnership between MSP Film Society, the Capri Theater, and the Minnesota Historical Society.

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Heads up! Tonight's show with Thomas Abban and L.A. Buckner is now indoors at the Capri Theater due to the weather.The t...
09/04/2025

Heads up! Tonight's show with Thomas Abban and L.A. Buckner is now indoors at the Capri Theater due to the weather.
The time is still 5:30-7 p.m.
Don't miss the powerful duo known as "White Boy Summer." Thomas Abban and Arthur "L.A." Buckner are two premier artists from the Twin Cities who dive headfirst into uncharted musical territory, exploring the entire spectrum of the African diaspora with reckless abandon.
Stay for our season launch of First Thursday Films at the Capri at 7 p.m.
See you tonight!

We're kicking off Season 16 of Legends with a bang! Join us for "Compared to What?" on September 20th and 21st, 2025, fe...
09/03/2025

We're kicking off Season 16 of Legends with a bang! Join us for "Compared to What?" on September 20th and 21st, 2025, featuring the incredible Mac Santiago Latin Soultet.
Rhythm runs deep for drummer and percussionist Mac Santiago, and his seven-piece group is ready to transport you to a fiery tropical paradise. Get ready for some seriously spicy interpretations of traditional tunes and Latin Jazz favorites that will have you on your feet all night long!
Tickets are available now! You won't want to miss this
https://thecapri.org/event/mac-santiago-latin-soultet/2025-09-20/

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Join us for a free outdoor concert at the Capri Theater Plaza on August 14th from 6-8 p.m., featuring the genre-bending ...
08/14/2025

Join us for a free outdoor concert at the Capri Theater Plaza on August 14th from 6-8 p.m., featuring the genre-bending duo White Boy Summer.
This free event is part of the Jazz Access Concert Series, committed to promoting equity and diversity in jazz. Don't miss this one-of-a-kind musical experience!
Register Here: https://thecapri.org/event/white-boy-summer-on-the-plaza-the-capri/

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🎙Get Ready to Dance! Legends Season 16 is Here!We're kicking off Season 16 of Legends with a bang! Join us for "Compared...
08/13/2025

🎙Get Ready to Dance! Legends Season 16 is Here!
We're kicking off Season 16 of Legends with a bang! Join us for "Compared to What?" on September 20th and 21st, 2025, featuring the incredible Mac Santiago Latin Soultet.
Rhythm runs deep for drummer and percussionist Mac Santiago, and his seven-piece group is ready to transport you to a fiery tropical paradise. Get ready for some seriously spicy interpretations of traditional tunes and Latin Jazz favorites that will have you on your feet all night long!
Tickets are available now! You won't want to miss this.
https://www.simpletix.com/e/compared-to-what-mac-santiago-latin-orches-tickets-219490

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✨ Restore Balance with THE PEOPLE’S PRACTICE ✨Join us for a transformative workshop series with the wonderful Ghylian Be...
08/12/2025

✨ Restore Balance with THE PEOPLE’S PRACTICE ✨
Join us for a transformative workshop series with the wonderful Ghylian Bell: Restoration of a Balanced Body in Breath, Movement & Sound
Session 1: Ground & Gather
Rooting through Breath & Postural Awareness
🗓️ Tuesday, August 12 • 12:00pm–2:30pm
📍 Urban Yoga Foundation @ The Capri (Minneapolis, MN)
🗓️ August 12, 13 & 14: Attend one or all sessions — no prior experience needed.
Learn more and register here: https://thecapri.org/event/the-peoples-practice-rest-recalibrate/

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Built in 1927, the Capri Theater’s storied history includes 35 years as the Paradise Theater (from 1933 to 1967), as well as the place where Prince launched his international music career in January 1979. Located at 2027 West Broadway (one block east of Penn Ave. North), the Capri Theater is owned and operated by Plymouth Christian Youth Center (PCYC). Renovated in 2009, the 250-seat Capri is an ideal venue for music (acoustic and amplified), theater, film, dance, spoken word, community forums and more. Performing arts activities ranging from concerts by The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra to performances by emerging hip hop artists during our Freedom of Xpression open mic sessions demonstrate the versatility of our venue. In Minneapolis, the arts drive development, and on the Northside, the Capri Theater is bringing up the lights on West Broadway!

More information: www.thecapritheater.org