The Capitol Theatre, a historic venue in Port Chester, continues to celebrate its 100th anniversary year with a new exhibition, “Toast of Our Town.” This exhibition, presented in collaboration with the Port Chester Historical Society, celebrates the legacies of several famed musicians who gave performances both at The Capitol Theatre and on The Ed Sullivan Show.
This exhibition, which is free to attend, follows the histories of Ed Sullivan and The Capitol Theatre, both with strong roots in Port Chester. Both Sullivan and The Capitol Theatre played major roles in shaping the history of rock ’n’ roll music. “Toast of Our Town” highlights these local contributions to global rock ’n’ roll culture.
The exhibit follows the history of Ed Sullivan and his enormously popular television show, as well as exploring the history of The Capitol Theatre. The venue, sometimes called the “Original Rock Palace,” was designed in 1926 by architect Thomas Lamb and is now listed in The National Register of Historic Places.
“Toast of Our Town” spotlights some of the most notable artists who appeared on the stages of both The Capitol Theatre and The Ed Sullivan Show. Smokey Robinson, Tina Turner, The Rolling Stones, Janis Joplin, Jefferson Airplane, B.B. King, and Paul Anka are some of these legendary performers. Photographs, newspaper clippings, original ticket stubs, archival footage, and other historical memorabilia will be on display during the exhibition.
Sept. 19 marked the 100th anniversary of the Capitol Theatre’s opening. “Toast of Our Town” continues the centennial celebrations by honoring the venue’s rich history, including the artists and cultural moments that have defined its century of operation.
The “Toast of Our Town” exhibition will be on display at the Bush-Lyon Homestead in Port Chester on select Saturdays: Nov. 21, Dec. 5, Dec. 12, Dec. 19, Jan. 9, and Jan. 16. For more information, see the Port Chester Historical Society website.
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