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, 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. 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!

09/10/2026

September 10 at the Capri, beginning at 5pm.

Photo exhibit! Season announcement! Music film! Post-film conversation!
Learn more at thecapri.org

Celebrate a century of community and culture at the Capri 100 Season Announcement Happy Hour tomorrow night, September 1...
09/10/2026

Celebrate a century of community and culture at the Capri 100 Season Announcement Happy Hour tomorrow night, September 10, from 6 to 7 PM!

Join Capri Director Maija García for a first look at the spectacular lineup of performances, concerts, and theatrical experiences curated for this historic 100th milestone season. Enjoy exceptional music, light bites, and a cash bar while connecting with fellow arts lovers.

Make it a full night of culture by arriving early and staying late:

5 PM: Opening Reception for Roosevelt Mansfield’s arresting photo exhibit, ABOUT FACE
6 PM: Capri 100 Season Announcement Happy Hour
7 PM: Screening of Questlove’s Earth, Wind & Fire documentary, followed by a conversation led by legendary musician and producer André Fischer (Ticketed $0-$20)

Come raise a glass to 100 years of art on West Broadway!

Learn more at thecapri.org

First Thursday Films is back on SEP 10, and we are kicking things off with a screening of EARTH, WIND & FIRE!Directed by...
09/10/2026

First Thursday Films is back on SEP 10, and we are kicking things off with a screening of EARTH, WIND & FIRE!

Directed by Ahmir ‘Questlove’ Thompson, this film is a joyful, deep dive into the cosmic beginnings, massive hits, and spiritual magic of Earth, Wind & Fire.

The party doesn't stop when the credits roll. We are thrilled to welcome musician, producer, and arranger André Fischer to the stage to lead a post-film conversation!

Thursday, September 10 at 7 PM
Pay What You Can ($0 to $20)

Grab your tickets online at thecapri.org or at the door and get ready to dance!
Free parking in our lot!

Programmed in partnership with the MSP Film Society, with support from the Minnesota Historical Society.

Meet Twin Cities artist Roosevelt MansfieldTomorrow at 5 PM, experience a shift in perspective at the Opening Reception ...
09/10/2026

Meet Twin Cities artist Roosevelt Mansfield

Tomorrow at 5 PM, experience a shift in perspective at the Opening Reception of ABOUT FACE, an arresting photography exhibit. Through powerful visuals, Mansfield’s work challenges and rewrites the rules of traditional portraiture.

The Capri
Thursday, Sept 10 at 5 PM
Free and open to the public

Running through October 20. See thecapri.org for gallery details.

Congrats to our Capri Best Buy Teen Tech Center youth for showcasing their custom game concepts at the Xbox Game Camp cl...
09/08/2026

Congrats to our Capri Best Buy Teen Tech Center youth for showcasing their custom game concepts at the Xbox Game Camp closing event at Best Buy HQ! After a summer working with Xbox developers, they pitched their video game designs to a room full of industry professionals and executives.
Beyond learning coding, they gained the confidence, mentorship, and connections to kickstart futures in tech. We are proud of these young creators!

Discover how the Capri Best Buy Teen Tech Center provides Minneapolis teens with life-changing opportunities at thecapri.org.

Want to support the youth programming at Capri? Join the Capri Ambassadors' Circle!
Give today—we have a match up to $35,000 that goes through September 10!

Summer Camp Capri Alum Charles Foster is a finalist in tonight’s Minnesota State Fair Amateur Contest. If you are at the...
09/06/2026

Summer Camp Capri Alum Charles Foster is a finalist in tonight’s Minnesota State Fair Amateur Contest. If you are at the State Fair right now, head over to cheer on Charles and experience his incredible vocals live.

Location: The Grandstand
Time: 7:30pm
Admission: Completely FREE

Let’s fill the stands and show this talented Summer Camp Capri alum some love.

Knock ‘em dead, Charles!

Double your impact for the arts in North Minneapolis!Capri Ambassadors believe that people of every generation need joyf...
09/01/2026

Double your impact for the arts in North Minneapolis!

Capri Ambassadors believe that people of every generation need joyful creative spaces. Join the Capri Ambassadors’ Circle today at any giving level, your support goes twice as far!

Thanks to a generous donor, all financial gifts are 100% MATCHED up to $35,000 through September 10!

Your investment directly funds vital community programming—including Capri Glee, our free adult community choir where local voices rise up and spread joy. Don't miss this chance to double your impact for our singers, youth, and neighbors.

Support our mission - Click the link in our bio to join the Ambassadors' Circle today!
Want to sing with us? Click the link in our bio to sign up for Capri Glee!

The Capri is a place for kids to create, perform, and shine.The Capri Ambassadors' Circle is built on a simple belief: e...
08/31/2026

The Capri is a place for kids to create, perform, and shine.

The Capri Ambassadors' Circle is built on a simple belief: every community deserves access to arts, culture, and creative spaces. In our 100th year, we need champions like you to keep these programs alive.

You can join the Capri Ambassadors' Circle at any giving level today, and your support will go twice as far. Thanks to a generous donor, all gifts are 100% MATCHED up to $35,000 through September 10!

Don't miss this chance to double your impact for our community. Click the link in our bio to join the circle today.

Save the date: 2027 Capri Arts Festival is June 5!

The Capri Best Buy Teen Tech Center will be closed for general drop-in next week, as we transition to our fall programmi...
08/31/2026

The Capri Best Buy Teen Tech Center will be closed for general drop-in next week, as we transition to our fall programming schedule.
We will reopen on Tuesday, September 8 with our school-year hours: M -Th 2-7pm

The Capri building and office are taking a quick intermission.We are turning the lights down from August 30 through Sept...
08/30/2026

The Capri building and office are taking a quick intermission.
We are turning the lights down from August 30 through September 7 for a brief break.
Our doors will be open and the lights will be bright again on September 8.
See you all very soon for the CAPRI 100 season!

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2027 W Broadway Avenue
Minneapolis, MN
55411

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+16126432024

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