For Immediate Release: 7/2/2020

Due to COVID-19, the Blue Room Theatre has been closed since March, resulting in a near-complete loss of revenue. This, combined with the protracted timeline of reopening for larger gatherings, necessitates the following regrettable decisions:

1) We must extend the suspension of all in-person productions for the foreseeable future.

2) We must release the downtown space that we have called home for 26 years.

These decisions are deeply emotional. Facing an unknown future for productions is disconcerting, and departing the space where so many have performed, volunteered, worked, and attended shows is painful. But in the end, it is not the space that defines us and we are confident that we will perform again.

As a company, the Blue Room Theatre remains dedicated to the ideals that brought us together in the first place: enhancing the artistic culture of Chico and Northern California and exploring the strengths and frailties of the human condition.

Our exit from the downtown space will be happening quickly so please follow us on Facebook for updates. And if you haven’t already, sign up with Patreon to follow our creative direction digitally for the time being. Your Patreon subscription of even just $5 a month will help keep the company alive until we can safely perform in person once again.

COVID-19 has changed so many things; this is a continuation of the changes that we must find a way to embrace. The Blue Room is committed to Chico and the surrounding communities and with your help and support, we will emerge strong and ready for the next phase of our future.

Thank you,

Blue Room Board of Directors

blueroom@blueroomtheatre.com