“The theater restoration is truly a partnership between the community and the city, with volunteer labor and donated supplies helping to keep the costs down. It continued to operate as a movie theater until 2006 when it was closed due to deficiencies in the facility. Rodgers Theater opened its doors in 1935, and was gifted to the City of Corning by the Rodgers family in 1991. As a performing arts center, it will be even more valuable, providing a stage for community and professional performances,” said Andrew Freeman, Tribal Chairman. As a movie theater, it provided the community countless hours of entertainment before it closed in 2006.

“Many of our tribal members grew up in Corning, and Rodgers Theater has a special place in our heart. The grant, payable over three years in $35,000 installments, will help pay for the transformation of the Corning landmark into a performing arts center.

JanuCorning, CA - Emphasizing the important role the arts play in the community and education, the Paskenta Band of Nomlaki Indians and the Rolling Hills Casino Foundation pledged $100,000 this week to the Rodgers Theater reconstruction project. Rolling Hills Casino Foundation Pledges $100,000 for Rodgers Theater Renovation in Corning