Northwest Neighborhoods Forms Capitol Theatre Stewardship Board to Shape Sustainable Future for Historic Landmark
- emadden56
- Jun 11
- 2 min read

The Capitol Theatre, Cleveland’s only West Side movie theater and a beloved neighborhood landmark since 1921, is entering an exciting new chapter. Owned by Northwest Neighborhoods CDC (NWN) and operated by Cleveland Cinemas, the Capitol has long served as a vital cultural and economic anchor in the Gordon Square Arts District. Now, NWN is deepening its commitment to the Capitol’s future by announcing the formation of the Capitol Theatre Stewardship Board.
This new advisory board, appointed by the Northwest Neighborhoods Board of Directors, is charged with reimagining strategies to ensure the long-term sustainability of the theater. The group will explore innovative operational models and fresh approaches to programming, partnerships, and community engagement.
“The new Capitol Theatre Stewardship Board is giving fresh life to this neighborhood gem, helping ensure it remains a vibrant, accessible space for our communities,” said Dr. Anna Perlmutter, President of the Northwest Neighborhoods Board of Directors. “This new leadership model allows NWN to support the Capitol’s future while staying true to our broader mission across all of our neighborhoods.”
The founding members of the Stewardship Board are Adam Davenport (City of Cleveland), Akshay Kalra (NWN), Angelica Compton (Youth Challenge), Brooklyn Burmeister (DLR Group), Jenn Kidd (Nightlight Theatre), Lauren Murray (Dunham Tavern), Michael Russell (Legal Aid), Nina Holzer (CHN Housing Partners and NWN Board), Robert Sulzmann (Destination Cleveland), and Valerie Temple (Cleveland International Film Festival).
“The Capitol Theatre is a beloved institution and symbol of the revitalization of the Gordon Square Arts District,” said Nina Holzer, Chair of the Capitol Theatre Stewardship Board. “Our Stewardship Board is comprised of residents and experts who recognize the theater's importance to our neighborhood and will be developing strategies for maintaining this asset. I am grateful for the hard work, commitment, and thoughtfulness of this group, and look forward to seeing what solutions are identified.”
For more information about the Capitol Theatre—including upcoming events, rental opportunities, and more—visit the new official website at capitoltheatrecleveland.com.