Buchanan has an opening date in mind but declined to say when. Extensive renovations will begin within three to four months, he said.

“I am in the process now of getting estimates and fine-tuning some things,” Buchanan said. “It has been slow going because of the holidays, but after the first of the year we will ramp things up.”

An overall facelift of the exterior and interior, including fresh paint and renovations to the facade out front, will take place, he said.

“We will be keeping the Cameo sign, but the marquee will be updated,” Buchanan said. “The grand atrium needs a lot of paint and lighting work done.”

The royal blue seats are in good shape and will stay. The most extensive work will involve getting the bathrooms back in working order.

“When we open our doors and people buy a ticket, I want them to be greeted by a great facility and entertainment,” Buchanan said. “I don’t want people saying that the music was great, but the restrooms were not. From top to bottom, we want to do it perfect and do it right.”

Since publicly announcing he is the new owner on social media Monday night, Buchanan said he’s been overwhelmed.