The projects outlined below address long-standing maintenance concerns as well as the needed modernization of the Alex Theatre's operating systems. Items addressed include nearly all areas of the facility and are designed to create a top class venue experience for both the artists and the audience.
Fiscal Year Description Cost Total Estimated longevity / Notes 2022-23No closure needed $555,000
Digital Video Projection System$125,000 10-15 yrsReplacement for GA property Grand Piano $45,000 50+ yrsReplacement for GA property
Spire refurbishment - LED Conversion$150,000 15-20 yrsSeveral lighting sections are not functioning Acoustic Panels $45,000 20-25 yrsreplacemenmt for acoustic curtains that were out of code and aging General Beautification and modernization$100,000 20-25 yrsEntrance decor, forecourt greenery / lighting, lobby decor, stage draperies, proscenium curtains, patron furniture, artist entrance, lobby gallery, etc.
House Audio components $30,000 15-20 yrsMain cable snake and splitter, near field speakers Stage Scenery $60,000 15-20 yrsStage set matched to interior architecture for concerts, like an orcherstra shell for popular music 2023-24Estimated closure of 3-4 months $555,000
Flooring in audience areas $200,000 15-20 yrsCarpet worn and out of date, concrete floors in auditorium flaking and aging - safety lighting replaced Seat cushions and fabric replacement$200,000 20-25 yrsCurrent seat covers are worn and cushions are breaking down Video cameras / streaming hardware $80,000 10-15 yrsHardware needed to complete live streaming upgrade Exterior Painting $75,000 10 yrs Last painted 2014
Closure planned for July-October 2023$800,000
DRESSING ROOMS / CONCESSIONS$300,000 20-25 yrsWorn, aging, and un-befitting a top class venue UPPER BALCONY REHAB / REBUILD$500,000 Perm Safety and code concerns per consultant 2024-25No closure needed $500,000
Lighting system - component replacement$250,000 15-20 yrsSystem modernization needed LED Video wall $100,000 10-15 yrsModern video system for on-stage usage Stage Audio Improvements $150,000 15-20 yrsMicrophones, cables and stands, stage monitors 2025-26Estimated closure of 1 month for projects$185,000 Stage communication replacement$75,000 15-20 yrsStage communication system Clear Com Stage floor replacement $60,000 25-30 yrsNew flooring needed every 25 yrs or so Soft Goods $50,000 15-20 yrsblack stage masking curtains 2026-27No closure needed $180,000
Stage rigging refurbishment $30,000 15-20 yrsreplace hand lines and worn blocks Stage Dimmers $150,000 20-25 yrslast replaced 1992
2027-28No closure needed $400,000
Sound system replacement $400,000 15-20 yrsModernization needed 2028-2031
No projects needed
Sub-total - new projects / improvements proposed $2,375,000 Total including previously identified projects$3,175,000