Rome Capitol Theatre

Saturday, October 10, 2:30 & 7:00 pm: Universal Horror Double Feature (1.) Frankenstein (1931; 70 minutes; black &white; digital presentation [DCP]; (2.) The Wolf Man (1941; 70 minutes; black & white; digital presentation [DCP]. Commemorating the 95th anniversary of Frankenstein (originally released in the fall of 1931) and the 85 th anniversary of The Wolf Man (released in the fall of 1941). Frankenstein stars Colin Clive, Mae Clarke, Boris Karloff (as the monster), John Boles, Edward Van Sloan, and Dwight Frye, and was directed by James Whale. “It will hold the spectator spellbound, most of the time, in his seat, and afterward come to him in nightmares.” –Donald Kirkley, The Baltimore Sun. The Wolf Man was directed by George Waggner and stars Lon Chaney, Jr., Claude Rains, Maria Ouspenkaya, Ralph Bellamy, Patric Knowles, Warren William, and Bela Lugosi. “One of the finest horror films ever made.” –Leonard Maltin’s Movie and Video Guide. Restored 4K digital prints from Universal Pictures. Adults $8, Seniors/Students/Military $7, Capitol Friends $5, Children (12 and under) $4. Purchase tickets for the 2:30pm showing here. Purchase tickets for the 7:00pm showing here.

Get your Spooky Season started right and join us for a special Sunday Morning of Autumnal Cartoon perfection as we screen the entirety of OVER THE GARDEN WALL not once but TWICE back-to-back! We are partnering with our friends at superofficial (our neighboring coffee shop) to bring this special show back for a second year, and as always they will be making breakfast treats, coffee, lattes, matcha lattes and anything else you might want right inside the Capitol Theatre for the entire duration of the show! We’re also featuring a variety of vendors that you can check out throughout the show. Doors will open at 9:00am with the show beginning at 10:00am. The show runs just over 2 hours from start to finish (with a 10 minute intermission between episodes 5 and 6). We will be running the entire show through twice with the second showing beginning at 1:00pm and running until approximately 3:15pm including an intermission. Your ticket will allow you admission into the theater for the day, so, whether you want to watch the program all the way through twice, take some time to check out all the vendors upstairs, leave after the first screening, or join us just for the second screening–or any variation you can think of–your ticket will let you do exactly that! Purchase tickets for the 10:00am showing here. Purchase tickets for the 1:00pm showing here.

Singer and Recording artist, Tony Kishman is the creator and band leader of “Live And Let Die”; a full multimedia experience celebrating the music of Paul McCartney and featuring four multi-talented musicians. Tony starred for six years in both the national and international tours of Broadway’s smash hit musical, ‘Beatlemania’ and also performs in the International Symphonic Beatles production, ‘Classical Mystery Tour’. He has been performing his award winning show to the most successful band of all time around the globe for more than a decade, bringing the music and the magic of both the Beatles and Paul McCartney to a new generation, earning raves by ‘Beatlemaniacs’ for his uncanny resemblance both visually and vocally to the beloved Beatle. A consummate musician and multi-instrumentalist, Tony Kishman had previously performed, recorded and toured with the critically acclaimed band Wishbone Ash and recorded his own music with both RCA and Mercury Records – He is also proudly endorsed by Hofner. Free Meet & Greet After The Show. All Ages Welcome. Show Time 7:00 PM / Doors 6:15 PM Purchase tickets here.

Get ready to rock—Appetite for Voltage (A4V) is the ultimate tribute to the thunderous anthems of Guns N’ Roses and AC/DC, delivering a high-voltage performance that brings every riff, scream, and solo roaring back to life. This isn’t just a cover band—it’s a full-throttle rock and roll experience. Appetite for Voltage recreates every song note-for-note, from iconic chart-topping hits to the deep cuts true die-hard fans know by heart. With an unwavering dedication to authenticity, A4V captures the raw power, energy, and attitude that made these legendary bands arena icons.Forgoing wigs and gimmicks, Appetite for Voltage lets the music speak for itself—staying true to the unmistakable sound while pouring passion and precision into every performance. Their commitment to emulating the music and honoring the craft makes them a must-see for any rock fan. Don’t miss a night of pure, electrifying rock. Presented by Entertainment Services NY and WDI Artist Management. Doors Open at 6:00 PM, Showtime 7:00 PM Purchase tickets here.

Join us *one night only* at The Historic Capitol Theatre for our annual interactive presentation of the all-singing, all-dancing classic, THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW. It will cap off an evening full of fun as The Arts District hosts our Annual Haunted Hallway Vendor Fair! Come down to the block party at 3:00pm, see all the vendors and entertainment, then get your makeup and hair done ahead of time so you can join us when the doors for RHPS open at 7:00 pm with the show beginning at 8:00pm with our customary costume parade! Since Rocky Horror is beloved for its rich history of audience participation, our screenings feature theater-appropriate “prop kits” available for purchase for $12.00. Our kits include interactive props for every major, Transylvanian-approved call-out. To encourage the safety and enjoyment of the film by all in attendance, any bags brought into the auditorium will be subjected to a search for prohibited items. For the uninitiated: In this cult classic, sweethearts Brad (Barry Bostwick) and Janet (Susan Sarandon), stuck with a flat tire during a storm, discover the eerie mansion of Dr. Frank-N-Furter (Tim Curry), a mad scientist of sorts. As their innocence is lost, Brad and Janet meet a houseful of wild characters, including a rocking biker (Meat Loaf) and a creepy butler (Richard O’Brien). Through elaborate dances and rock songs, Frank-N-Furter unveils his latest creation: a muscular man named “Rocky.” Rating: R Runtime: 100 Minutes Language: English Venue: Capitol Theatre Format: Digital Print Purchase tickets here.

Experience the underdog story that defined a generation, now bigger, bolder, and brought to life with a live symphony orchestra. Watch the original ROCKY film on the big screen while the iconic Bill Conti score is performed live, delivering every triumph, every heartbreak, and every adrenaline-fueled moment with knockout power, all celebrating the fiftieth anniversary of an iconic film. Brought to you by Creative Concerts and Entertainment Services of New York Doors Open at 6:00 pm Showtime 7:00 pm Purchase tickets here.

Cat Video Fest returns to the Capitol Theatre! Cat Video Fest, presented by Oscilloscope Laboratories, is a compilation reel of the latest and best cat videos culled from countless hours of unique submissions and sourced animations, music videos, and classic internet powerhouses. Each year, across the country, they partner with a cat-focused charity near the theater, with proceeds from each show helping folks like us to keep looking out for our furry friends. This year’s local partner is Purrs and Whiskers. In addition to the Cat Video Fest film, local cat owners can submit their photos and/or videos of their own cats and watch them before the main feature on the Capitol Theatre screen. To submit, email photos or videos of your furry friends to aj@romecapitol.com . Landscape videos are preferred and videos should be under a minute in length, and don’t forget to include their name so they can be seen on screen! Rating: All Ages Runtime: 70 minutes Language: English Format: 2D Digital Venue: Capitol Theatre Purchase Tickets Here

Sponsored by Revere Copper Products, come and see a special screening of the Academy Award nominated sports film Hoosiers on the big screen of the historic Capitol Theatre. In Hoosiers, a coach with a checkered past and a local drunk train a small town high school basketball team to become a top contender for the championship. Runtime: 114 minutes Rating: PG Language: English Format: Digital Print Venue: Capitol Theatre Purchase Tickets Here.

The 250th isn’t over yet, and you are invited to celebrate with us! Join us community for a special showing of “1776” The Movie Musical. This adaptation of the Broadway Tony-winning musical celebrates the founding fathers’ midwifery of the Declaration of Independence, the document that would give birth to a nation. This fun and free special event is sponsored by the Rome Capitol Theatre, Eastern National, and Fort Stanwix National Monument. Free popcorn will be provided to the first 100 attendees, courtesy of the Rome Historical Society – Friends of the Fort! DCP Digital Presentation 167 minutes Rated G