The Grinch
2024-11-29 15:30 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
The Grinch tells the story of a cynical grouch who goes on a mission to steal and ruin Christmas, only to have his heart changed by a young girl’s generous holiday spirit. Yuck.
Take a break from your Black Friday shopping and come down to the Capitol Theatre for a FREE showing of Illumination’s The Grinch!

The Grinch is rated PG with a runtime of 1 hour and 27 minutes.

2024-11-30 14:30 - 16:30, 2024-11-30 19:00 - 21:00 | Capitol Theatre, 220 West Dominck Street, Rome, NY, 13440, United States
Saturday, November 30
2:30 and 7:00
At the Rome Capitol Theatre
Homegrown holiday feature film, The Christmas Letter, to be screened in a special one-day-only event at historic Rome Capitol Theatre
The Rome Capitol Theatre is excited to present a special screening of the fun-filled homegrown holiday feature film, The Christmas Letter, Saturday, November 30th, with showings at 2:30 PM and 7:00 PM. This special screening will give local audiences a chance to experience the excitement of seeing the Utica-Rome/Mohawk Valley area, as well as many area residents who landed roles in the film, featured on the big screen.
The Christmas Letter follows an unemployed copywriter with an inferiority complex — made worse annually by the over-the-top Christmas letter he receives from his wealthy overseas pal. Tired of always being on the receiving end of his friend’s narcissistic newsletter, he gambles everything to give his family a Christmas-letter worthy lifestyle he can gush about in his own letter. His jealousy-fueled attempts to upstage his friend backfire, however, and take him and his family on a string of misadventures that are anything but brag-worthy.
Starring Angus Benfield (The Keeper), The Christmas Letter features comedy icons Chevy Chase, Randy Quaid, and Brian Doyle-Murray of National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation fame, and marks the feature directorial debut of Tori Hunter. Written by Ilion native, Michael Cunningham, the story features as its backdrop local landmarks such as Utica City Hall, Woods Valley Ski area in Westernville, Gerber’s Tavern, The Stanley Theatre, Griffiss International Airport, and Clinton’s Stone Presbyterian Church, to name a few.
“I always wanted to bring something back home.” Cunningham said. “I loved growing up here and feel like the area has so much to offer filmmakers in not only its beautiful landscapes and architecture, but mostly its wonderful people who opened up their hearts, homes, and businesses to us.”

Jimmy Failla-Live in Concert
2024-12-06 20:00 - 21:00 | Capitol Theatre, 220 West Dominck Street, Rome, NY, 13440, United States
Jimmy Failla, the FOX News Radio Talk Show and FNC TV show host Saturday nights, is coming to town for WIBX’s 99th Anniversary. Failla along with special comedy guests to be announced at a later date, will perform one show on Friday, December 6th at Rome’s Capitol Theatre.
Jimmy Failla is a comedian, radio host, TV contributor, and trophy husband. His nationally syndicated talk show, Fox Across America, can be heard on more than 150 radio stations, Fox Nation, and the Fox News App. He lives on Long Island, New York, with his wife, Jen, and his son, Lincoln. When he’s not opiating the masses with his wit and wisdom, he’s gambling on youth sports or bottoming out in his backyard with a rotating cast of showbiz figures.
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The Nutcracker presented by John Hayes O'Neill Studio of Dance
2024-12-13 19:00 - 21:00, 2024-12-14 19:00 - 21:00 | Capitol Theatre, 220 West Dominck Street, Rome, NY, 13440, United States

Tuba Christmas
2024-12-17 19:00 - 21:00
The annual A Tuba Christmas returns to the Capitol for the 17th consecutive year! This event showcases the talents of tuba, euphonium, baritone, and sousaphone players from across the region, who perform timeless Christmas and holiday music! The show is free and open to the public. Performer registration will take place at the theater from 4:00-6:00.
TUBACHRISTMAS® was conceived in 1974 by Harvey Phillips as a tribute to his teacher and mentor William J. Bell, born on Christmas Day, 1902.
Through the legendary William J. Bell we reflect on our heritage and honor all great artists and teachers whose legacy has given us high performance standards, well structured pedagogy, professional integrity, personal values and a camaraderie envied by all other instrumentalists.
The first TUBACHRISTMAS® was conducted by Paul Lavalle in New York City’s Rockefeller Plaza Ice Rink on Sunday, December 22, 1974. Traditional Christmas music performed at the first TUBACHRISTMAS® was arranged by American composer Alec Wilder who ironically died on Christmas Eve, 1980.
Wilder composed many solo and ensemble compositions for tuba and euphonium. He was a loyal supporter of every effort to improve the literature and public image of our chosen instruments. Through Alec Wilder, we express our respect and gratitude to all composers who continue to embrace our instruments with their compositions and contribute to the ever-growing solo and ensemble repertoire for tuba and euphonium.

The Wizards of Winter
2024-12-19 19:00 - 22:00 | Capitol Theatre, 220 West Dominck Street, Rome, NY, 13440, United States
THE WIZARDS OF WINTER bring their musical intensity, stage theatrics and holiday fun to the Rome Capital Theatre, in this fun-filled Christmas Holiday Rock experience for the Whole Family. THE WIZARDS OF WINTER, including members who have performed with The Trans-Siberian Orchestra, Def Leppard, Trixter, Blue Oyster Cult, Alice Cooper, and on NBC’s The Voice, along with Broadway veterans, perform their Holiday Rock Opera titled “The Christmas Dream”. Join them on a musical journey in search of the meaning of Christmas. This 11-member ensemble boasts soaring vocal harmonies, precision string instrumentation, powerful percussion, and stunning keyboard work, layered around a rich storyboard that evokes memories and emotions of December’s past! From rock and pop, to ballads, and even a visit from Mrs. Claus – there is something for everyone! Don’t miss their electrifying performances, brimming with raw energy and infectious passion, captivating audiences of all ages.
Ticket price $29-$59
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It's A Wonderful Life
2024-12-20 19:00 - 21:00, 2024-12-21 14:30 - 16:30, 2024-12-21 19:00 - 21:00 | Capitol Theatre, 220 West Dominck Street, Rome, NY, 13440, United States
The annual classic returns to the Capitol Theatre.
George Bailey has so many problems he is thinking about ending it all – and it’s Christmas! As the angels discuss George, we see his life in flashback. As George is about to jump from a bridge, he ends up rescuing his guardian angel, Clarence – who then shows George what his town would have looked like if it hadn’t been for all his good deeds over the years.

Candlelight: Christmas Special ft "The Nutcracker" & More
2024-12-22 18:00 - 19:00
⭐ Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Utica-Rome. Get your tickets now to discover music inspired by the winter and the holiday spirit at Rome Capitol Theatre under the gentle glow of candlelight.
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Candlelight: Christmas Special ft “The Nutcracker” & More
2024-12-22 20:30 - 21:30 | Capitol Theatre, 220 West Dominck Street, Rome, NY, 13440, United States
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Utica-Rome. Get your tickets now to discover music inspired by the winter and the holiday spirit at Rome Capitol Theatre under the gentle glow of candlelight.
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Back in Black & KISStory-Two Amazing Tribute Acts To AC/DC & KISS
2025-01-10 19:00 - 22:00
BACK IN BLACK is the true AC/DC experience. There is no substitute as they have been rocking the East Coast for over 30yrs originating out of Massachusetts. With a great
reputation, as if they were the real thing ! This band has HIGH ENERGY, and you feel it right away and it will have you coming back for more every time.
Back in Black is armed with an impressive song list with over 80 of your favorite songs – Something for everyone! Featuring Tony Sitler on lead vocals as Brian Johnson & Bon Scott, Miguel Goncalves on bass as Cliff Williams, Bobby Sitler on guitar as Malcolm Young, Steve NaNola on Drums as Phil Rudd, And Dan Molkenthin on guitar as Angus Young . These guys are truly amazing on stage with an unbeatable performance act.PLUS a 2009 Harley Davidson – once owned by Brian Johnson lead singer of AC/DC – Autographed on the gas tank by Brian Johnson himself !
The Edgier Springer model was a cult favorite among Harley traditionalists when released in late 2008 for the 2009 model year. If you’re a Cross Bones fan and an
AC/DC fan, You’ll LOVE THIS BIKE!
KISSTORY a true tribute to KISS – Starring Vinny Dawson the DEMON has been rocking the USA since 1996.
Founded & created by Vinny Dawson back in the 90’s. Vinny may have started out as playing ACE for the first 14yrs of Kisstory, however he became very frustrated in trying to find a good DEMON for the band, He thought to himself it would be easier to find a good Ace than a DEMON. . . He then decided he could play it better than anyone else
himself, and without a doubt he was right..We were left with the
KISSTORY you all know and love today.
Kisstory’s band members are all truly amazing artists, they are exact replicas of KISS down to the costume, props, and of course the sound.
You have Vinny Dawson as the DEMON, Kevin Conrad as FOX, Dave Bariteau as STARCHILD, and Jason Taft as SPACEMAN. Perfection with this band is all the way down to the makeup taking about 60-90 min, their performance is amazing. All band members are true die hard fans of KISS and all feel a true connection to the person they represent. So much like the real deal right down to spitting out flames, and blood oozing out of the DEMONS mouth! This is a show you won’t want to miss, If you love KISS, You will love KISSTORY. It will be like you were back in the 80’s rocking it at a KISS concert all over again.
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High 'n' Dry Def Leppard Tribute Band
2025-01-11 19:00 - 21:00
Experience The Ultimate Def Leppard Concert Experience with High ‘n’ Dry featuring some of the best Touring Professionals Sal Valiant, on vocals Jason Cornwell on bass, Tim Betts on Drums, Barry Collins and Scott LaFlamme on Guitar, with as complete sound and light show like no other Tribute, this is a real concert experience!Limited Reserved SeatingDoors 6:15PMShow Time Run Time 2 Hours
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Oscar Nominations Breakfast Watch Party
2025-01-23 06:00 - 09:00 | Superofficial, 220 West Dominick Street, Rome, NY, 13440, United States
Even though the Cinema Capitol may be closed pending repairs, the spirit of the Cinema will be very much alive as we press on with some of our best annual events that celebrate the cinema: our annual awards activities!
Start awards season right and join us for an early morning event dedicated to the announcement of the Oscar nominations on Thursday, January 23. With the Cinema temporarily closed, our friends at Superoffical (a few doors over at 216 West Dominick Street) will be opening their doors starting at 7 AM to keep this event alive, as we gather to debate all of your nomination predictions, compare them with the official Capitol predictions, and watch the nominations come in LIVE at 8:30 am. Not a morning person? Don’t worry, Superofficial will supply the coffee. So make sure to get out of bed and join us as we wake up with the stars and celebrate the cinema.
And stay tuned for exciting news about our forthcoming Oscars Watch Party, scheduled for Sunday, March 2!

Keeler in the Morning: Joe Time!
2025-01-23 06:00 - 09:00 | Capitol Theatre, 220 West Dominck Street, Rome, NY, 13440, United States
“Keeler in the Morning” will be broadcasting live from the Capitol Theatre lobby. Here’s your chance to meet and talk to Senator Joe Griffo face to face on the radio.

2001: A Space Odyssey
2025-01-24 19:00 - 21:30, 2025-01-25 02:30 - 17:00, 2025-01-25 19:00 - 21:30 | Rome Capitol Theatre, 220 West Domincick Street, Rome, NY, 13440, United States
The sci-fi movie for the ages, Stanley Kubrick’s 2001: A Space Odyssey, will be presented via a restored “road show” version of the film (2 hours, 23 minutes plus intermission) on the Capitol’s 40-ft. wide screen. Based on two stories by Arthur C. Clarke, the plot of 2001: A Space Odyssey is set in motion when a strange artifact is found on the moon. A crew of two men and an advanced computer system (HAL-9000) are sent to Jupiter to unravel the mystery. Leonard Maltin’s Movie & Video Guide describes the movie as “A unique masterpiece, immensely influential…” Time Out magazine says, “It stands now as a work of pure, sensory cinema: graceful, inquisitive, technologically groundbreaking, endlessly rewatchable — a flawless film.”
Heading the cast of 2001: A Space Odyssey are Keir Dullea, Gary Lockwood, and
William Sylvester, with Douglas Rain as the voice of “HAL.”
Admission is $8 for adults, $7 for seniors/students/military, $6 for Capitol Friends, and $4 for children 12 and under. (The movie carries a “PG” rating.) Tickets are available at the door or in advance from the Capitol box office (315-337-6277)
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Foreign Journey & Return to Paradise
2025-02-01 19:30 - 21:30 | Capitol Theatre, 220 West Dominck Street, Rome, NY, 13440, United States
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One Night, Two Bands, Three Amazing Tributes!
Bringing you back to all eras of Foreigner and Journey’s career, encompassing their biggest hits as well as fan favorites with the high energy, nostalgia and authenticity of two of the world’s most iconic bands! “FOREIGN JOURNEY” The Ultimate Foreigner/Journey Tribute
Bringing you back to all eras of Foreigner and Journey’s career, encompassing their biggest hits as well as fan favorites with the high energy, nostalgia and authenticity of two of the world’s most iconic bands!
FOREIGN JOURNEY are rapidly becoming one of the most popular tribute acts of Long Island and the Tri-State area and pride themselves on giving their audience an incredible high-energy stage show from start to finish! A show not to be missed!
RETURN TO PARADISE focuses on Styx’s trademark high-pitched harmonies, mixed with the dual-guitar assault, solid rhythm section as the driving force of talent with influential, flashy keyboards… Come Sail Away, Renegade, Lorelei, Lady, Grand Illusion, Fooling Yourself, Don’t Let It End, Snow blind, Babe, Why Me, Mr.Roboto, Rockin’The Paradise are just a few of the many high-end radio songs lingering in our hearts and minds forever.
​Styx fans will fall in love with Anthony Paul’s lockdown on Dennis and Tommy’s voices and grandeur looks. Our return to Paradise show recreates all of Styx Greatest Hits spanning four decades with a faithful, distinctive sound that instantly ignites audiences memories and brings them to their feet!
​We are positive that our Return to Paradise show will energize any town or stage.We strive to bring you back to a time when Dennis Deyoung, Chuck Pannozo, Tommy Shaw, and James Young all shared the same stage together establishing their historical imprint in our hearts to last a life time!
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The Snow Queen Ballet
2025-02-07 19:00 - 20:30, 2025-02-08 15:00 - 17:00 | Rome Capitol Theatre, 220 West Domincick Street, Rome, NY, 13440, United States
Based on the classic fairy tale from Hans Christian Andersen, our story brings to life themes of enduring love, relentless determination and steadfast courage when all seems lost. From a small Scandinavian village to a gypsy hideout, a spelled summer dream and a castle of pure ice.
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Candlelight Concerts-Coldplay X Imagine Dragons
2025-02-14 18:00 - 19:00 | Rome Capitol Theatre, 220 West Domincick Street, Rome, NY, 13440, United States
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Utica-Rome. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Coldplay X Imagine Dragons at Rome Capitol Theatre under the gentle glow of candlelight.
Tentative Program

Coldplay – Clocks
Coldplay – Something Just Like This
Imagine Dragons – Radioactive
Coldplay – Adventure of a Lifetime
Coldplay – Fix You
Imagine Dragons – Natural
Imagine Dragons – Next to Me
Coldplay – The Scientist
Imagine Dragons – Follow You
Imagine Dragons – Bad Liar
Coldplay – Viva la Vida
Imagine Dragons – Believer
Coldplay – Sky Full of Stars
Coldplay – My Universe

Performers

Listeso String Quartet

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Candlelight Concerts: Valentine's Day Special
2025-02-14 20:30 - 21:30
⭐ Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Utica-Rome. Get your tickets now to discover romantic music for Valentine’s Day at Rome Capitol Theatre under the gentle glow of candlelight.
Tentative Program

“Moon River” from Breakfast at Tiffany’s – Henry Mancini
“O Mio Babbino Caro” from Gianni Schicchi – Giacomo Puccini
“Méditation” from Thaïs – Jules Massenet
“String Quartet No. 2 in D Major: III. Notturno – Andante” – Alexander Borodin
“Clair de Lune, L.32” – Claude Debussy
“Libertango” – Astor Piazzolla
“Love Theme” from Romeo and Juliet – Nino Rota
“Gabriel’s Oboe” from The Mission – Ennio Morricone
“My Heart Will Go On” from Titanic – James Horner and Céline Dion
“Intermezzo” from Cavalleria Rusticana – Pietro Mascagni
“Serenade for Strings in E Minor, Op. 20: II. Larghetto” – Edward Elgar
“Fantasy Overture” from Romeo and Juliet – Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky

Performers

Listeso String Quartet
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Cartoon Madness
2025-02-17 15:00 - 17:00, 2025-02-18 15:00 - 17:00, 2025-02-19 15:00 - 17:00, 2025-02-20 15:00 - 17:00, 2025-02-21 15:00 - 17:00 | Rome Capitol Theatre, 220 West Domincick Street, Rome, NY, 13440, United States
The Rome Capitol Theatre will host the 2025 edition of Cartoon Madness during school break week, February 17-22, during which color cartoons from the Warner Bros. Looney Tunes/Merrie Melody series will be presented. The show will run every day at 3 pm and on Saturday, February 22 at 3 and 7 pm.
The Cartoon selection: A Bone for a Bone (Released April 7, 1951; Directed by Friz Freleng), Super-Rabbit (April 3, 1943; Chuck Jones), Muscle Tussle (April 18, 1953; Robert McKimson), Stage Door Cartoon (December 30, 1944; Friz Freleng), Greedy for Tweety (September 28, 1957; Friz Freleng), Hare Trigger (May 5, 1945; Friz Freleng), Along Came Daffy (June 14, 1947; Friz Freleng), The Sneezing Weasel (March 12, 1938; Tex Avery), Rabbit Every Monday (2/10/51; Friz Freleng), Hopalong Casualty (October 8, 1960; Chuck Jones), Honey’s Money (September 1, 1962; Friz Freleng), Rabbitson Crusoe (April 28, 1956; Friz Freleng).
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