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Junktique – Oct 2-3, 2021
The Rialto Theater hosted several vendors inside, as well has having several tables of our own collectibles for sale. Main Street was blocked off for the outdoor vendors. Many visitors came in to the Rialto to see the wonderful items for sale and to see the progress...
“A Little Loco” Benefit Concert
A Little Loco band performed a benefit concert Saturday night. The mixed crowd of Rialto and community sponsors netted more than $450 in the inaugural "Red Curtain Concert Series". The proceeds from ticket and concession sales and donations will go for a new red...
“Our Town” by Thornton Wilder – July 2021
"Our Town" Co-Directed by Jennifer Bowers and Bethany LaLogeProduced by: Fremont Civic Theatre This classic play was performed at the Rialto Theater on July 9, 10, 11, 16, 17, and 18, 2021. Our wonderful cast and crew put in many long hours and lots of hard work to...
“Love Feeds the Hungry Soul -or- Belly Up to the Salad Bar” – June 2021
Written and directed by Kathy HerrinProduced by The Harvest Players on a Role This was a delightful melodrama that featured a dashing Hero, a sigh-worth Heroine, and an evil Villain with a sinister laugh. It was sprinkled with loads of pun-ny humor. The audiences...
“Fremont County Has Talent” – June 5, 2021
Over 20 acts were featured in this rich variety showcase of local talent. The performance played to a SOLD OUT house! The performers received a rousing response. Sue Haws was Director, and Anne Logan was Assistant Director. Show Line-Up: Act I "The Queenagers"-Day...
Rialto Received Donation From Florence Chamber of Commerce for PPE
Pictured are board members (L->R) Secretary Bethany LaLoge, Marci Day, Marc Baluch, President Jennifer Bowers, Vice-President Todd Williams, Larry Baker, and Mike Patterson. The Rialto sends a great big Thank You to the Florence Chamber of Commerce. Their...
Rialto Gears Up For Re-Opening
Florence Architectural and Cultural Traditions Board (FACT), the non-profit guiding body for the Rialto Theater, elected their 2021 Board of Directors at a board meeting, Friday, March 19, as a first step toward reopening the Rialto after months of shut down due to...
Rialto: Road to Recovery
We are on the road to recovery, along with the rest of our community. Please, if you can find the extra... Or if you don't need all of the stimulus money, consider donating to the Rialto. We have so much going on, and your past donations have made it all possible. New...
Rent The Marquee Campaign!!
We are launching our “Rent the marquee” campaign!!! Ever wanted your name in lights? Want make someone’s birthday brighter? Are congratulations needed in a big way? The Rialto has EXACTLY what you need!! You can RENT our backlit marquee sign! For $50 you can have...
“Fools” by Neil Simon
The Rialto Players presented "Fools" at the Rialto February 21, 22, 23, 28, 29, & March 1. "Fools" was written by Neil Simon and directed by Kathy Herrin. Synopsis: Written by Neil Simon, “Fools” is not in his usual genre, BUT this fun comedy is definitely filled...
“Count Dracula”
"Count Dracula" was presented by The Rialto Players at the Rialto Theater Nov 15-24, 2019. The dark comedy featured a very talented cast and fabulous set design. CAST LIST Sybil Seward: Jennifer Bowers Hennessey: Diane Rucker Dr. Arthur Seward: Keegan Flaugh Renfield:...
“The Three Billy Goats Gruff and a Golden Trip to Neverland”
The Children's Summer Theater and the Rialto Junior Players presented Kevin Reese's adaption of the children's fairytale "The Three Billy Goats Gruff". This production was directed by Michelle Hyatt. Pictures courtesy of Amelia Bottjer. ...
“Ugly Duckling” by Rialto Junior Players
At the conclusion of the Children’s Summer Theater Camp (session 1), the Rialto Junior Players presented “The Ugly Duckling”. This was a humorous audience participation play; run, and acted by kids. This adaptation by Kevin M. Reese of the classic children’s fairy...
“DeathTrap” by Ira Levin
Deathtrap holds the record as the longest-running comedy-thriller on Broadway. One of the great popular successes of Broadway history, this ingeniously constructed play offers a rare and skillful blending of two priceless theatrical ingredients: gasp-inducing thrills...
Blossom Day Parade – 2019
The Rialto Theater and the Rialto Players joined forces to create a float for the annual Blossom Day Parade in Canon City. Thanks to the design by Tom Mongam, the Rialto Players won 2nd place at the Blossom Day Parade!!
Rialto Theater Receives Rawlings Foundation Grant for Floor
Board Members and Advisors of the Historic Rialto Theater in Florence, Colorado proudly accept a grant from the Robert Hoag Rawlings Foundation in the amount of $4,000. The grant will be used to finish the floor of the theater auditorium in time for the Rialto...
Fremont County Has Talent 2.0 Was a Great Success
The Variety Show was a great success again this year, highlighting the talents of local Fremont County singers, piano players, guitars player, cellists, dancers, martial arts, and comedy skits. A great big THANK YOU to Michelle Hyatt, Director of this year's...
“Little Women” Sold Out Performance At The Rialto
"Little Women" based on the book by Louisa May Alcott and dramatized by Kristin Laurence was performed at the Rialto Theater by the Rialto Players Acting Troupe on Feb 1,2,3,8,9,and 10. The final matinee was SOLD OUT. The play was directed by R.C. Wilkins. The story...
“Vintage Hitchcock – a live Radio Play” Opens at the Rialto
The Rialto Players opened their production named “Vintage Hitchcock a live Radio Play by Joe Landry. This production is directed by Janet Romanos. Our radio station employees will be creating on stage, as much of the live, sound effects needed during each of the three...
“Sons and Brothers” and “The Atomic Fireballs” in concert
The "Sons and Brothers" and "The Atomic Fireballs" performed to a sold-out crowd at the Rialto Theater on Saturday Oct 20th, 2018. This concert was in memory of Fred Wolking. The proceeds benefitted Sangre de Christo Hospice....