Historic Tower Theatre set to reopen in Utah
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In Salt Lake City, Utah, the Salt Lake Film Society announced plans to reopen the historic Tower Theatre in 2028, marking the building’s centennial.
The theatre closed in 2020 due to structural concerns and remained shuttered as the organization sought funding for extensive renovations. The Alternative Visions Fund purchased the building in 2023, preventing its redevelopment, and has served as the lead donor for the project.
Lauren Call and her husband are among several donors, including Sandi Behnkin, the Hamsam Foundation, and John and Andre Miller, who contributed to the fundraising effort. The renovations will aim to restore the theatre’s original 1928 appearance while also updating the interior to accommodate a wider range of films and include three new micro cinemas. The Film Society intends to use the space to screen independent and local films, host events, and create an exhibit space for film memorabilia.
They also plan to create a time capsule to collect memories from the theatre's first century. While the total project cost remains undisclosed, the organization is still seeking $8.5 million to complete its full vision, but this will not delay the planned 2028 reopening and a subsequent centennial celebration.
