The Martha's Vineyard Theater Foundation, Inc. is a tax exempt organization as described in Section 501(c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code; EIN 47-3156169.
Because of your generous donation and those of many others, the Capawock and Strand Theatres re-opened in the summer of 2015 to entertain, inform and engage the community both young and old.
Historic Photo of the Strand Theatre - Photo courtesy of Martha's Vineyard Museum
““This is an important effort to restore something more than just buildings, these theaters are a part of what makes the Vineyard community so special.
We want these buildings to be more than just movie theaters. We want them to fill community needs presently not being met from having the best in film presentation to lecture series, live performances and school events.””
Painting courtesy of Frances McGuire
““I saw lots of teddy bear movies here. I saw lots of Disney movies here; I saw E.T. for the first time here. I also saw Heartburn here, which I wrote the soundtrack for, and Working Girl, too.””