Thank You to Our Season Sponsors!
Patti Baker
Matt & Jaime Baxter
Buxton/Neuhauser Family Trust
Roy & Debbie Elsbernd
Kathy Sands & David LeFevre
Randy & Cheryl Maki
Paul & Barbara Ogden
Debra Oldziewski
Tim & Colleen Sands
Dean Prigmore & Patrice Taylor
Chris & Tammy Walsh Family Trust
A heartfelt THANK YOU to all who participated in “Dancing for the Ceiling” at Cocktails & Cinema 2024! Your enthusiasm and support made this year’s FUNdraiser our most successful to date. It was exhilarating to see our community come together for a night of fun, laughter and celebration.
Three cheers to our terrific local restaurants and fine food purveyors for providing a sumptuous array of fantastic fare! From savory bits to sweet treats, every dish was a hit. Our mixologists served up a fantastic assortment of drinks and specialty cocktails that kept our spirits high and our dancing feet moving to the DJ’s awesome tunes.
Our talented State Theatre Acting Company (STAC) entertained with songs from their past musicals and a few surprise shoutouts to our sponsors throughout the evening. We shared a never-before-seen video montage of our beloved Theatre before and after the devastating ceiling collapse.
We are thrilled to share that the truss repairs will begin this month ensuring the building’s safety and longevity. The transformation of the auditorium with new seating, improved acoustics and enhanced lighting systems will offer an unparalleled experience.
This journey wouldn't be possible without the unwavering support of our community, donors, volunteers and sponsors. Your contributions, whether through time, resources, or monetary donations, are invaluable. We are incredibly grateful for your commitment to bringing our hometown Theatre back to life.
Together, we are not just restoring a building; we are revitalizing a cornerstone of our community where arts, culture, and memories can continue to thrive for generations to come. With your continued support, the curtain will rise on our newly restored Theatre soon. Thank you!
With heartfelt gratitude,
Colleen Sands, Executive Director
Auburn State Theatre, Inc.
We are grateful to Odd Fellows Lodge #7 for partnering with AST to offer these film events to the community while the Theatre Restoration Project is ongoing. Venue is upstairs; there is a stair lift. Fresh AST popcorn and beer, wine and other beverages will be available.
Tickets are available on this website and also at the door before each film. Doors open one hour before show time.
Thank you for supporting Auburn State Theatre by attending these events!
On Stage • On Screen
Cinema at the State Presents
All The Wild Horses
2nd Showing Just Announced!
Sponsored by Station Public House
The film follows endurance horse riders from around the world as they compete in the Mongol Derby in Mongolia, the longest and toughest horse race on the planet. "… I combined my childhood dream of riding wild horses in Mongolia with my adult ambition to create inspiring films that change perceptions." Filmmaker Ivo Marloh.
Running time: 1h 33m
Q&A following the film with the Filmmaker, Ivo Marloh and four endurance riders who are participants in the Mongol Derby.
A portion of ticket proceeds will support Ali Woodward and Melissa Montgomery in their 2025 Mongol Derby adventure.
Fri, July 12, 2024
7:00 PM
Sold Out!!
Sat, July 13, 2024
7:00 PM
Location— Odd Fellows Lodge #7, 1226½ Lincoln Way in Auburn
Tickets: $20 General Admission ($2 fees included)
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Cinema at the State Presents
Dial M For Murder
Sponsored by Tim & Colleen Sands
When American writer Mark Halliday visits the very married Margot Wendice in London, he unknowingly sets off a chain of blackmail and murder. One of Alfred Hitchcock's greatest thrillers starring Academy Award winners Ray Milland and Grace Kelly, with Robert Cummings, Anthony Dawson, and John Williams.
Running time: 1h 45m
Thurs, July 25, 2024
7:00 PM
Location— Odd Fellows Lodge #7, 1226½ Lincoln Way in Auburn
Tickets: $12 Adults, $10 Seniors and Kids under 12 ($2 fees included)
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AST and STAC Present
Summer/Fall Golden Age Radio
STAC IS BACK for their 8th season of Live Radio Theatre! The State Theatre Acting Company is thrilled to announce an exciting new season, bringing back some of the most beloved and iconic radio shows from the 1940’s & 50’s! Relive or experience for the first time the magic of classic radio theatre. Each show in the series will offer a unique and immersive experience, featuring talented actors, dynamic soundscapes from a live foley and engaging narratives that will transport you to a bygone era.
Stay tuned to STAC's page for more detailed information on each show. For now—mark your calendars and save the dates for this unforgettable series of radio theatre!
Bring your chairs, a picnic snack and enjoy! Venue is outside in the church parking lot as weather allows.
Sat, July 27, 2024
6:30 PM
Sat, August 17, 2024
6:30 PM
Sat, September 14, 2024
6:30 PM
These events are free to all. Donations graciously accepted.
Cinema at the State Presents
Sound City
Sponsored by Debra Oldziewski
The history of Sound City and its huge recording device, the Neve 8028 analog mixing console. It follows former Nirvana drummer and Foo Fighter David Grohl in his directorial debut as he attempts to resurrect the studio back to former glories. "A must-see film for anyone who cares about recording techniques... ultimately SOUND CITY celebrates the human element in recording..."—BILLBOARD.
Some of the greatest rock artists of all time, including Nirvana, Kyuss, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Fleetwood Mac, Neil Young, Rick Springfield, Tom Petty, Rage Against the Machine, and Slipknot recorded groundbreaking music at the Sound City studio.
Running time: 2h 32m
Thurs, August 8, 2024
7:00 PM
Location— Odd Fellows Lodge #7, 1226½ Lincoln Way in Auburn
Tickets: $12 Adults, $10 Seniors and Kids under 12 ($2 fees included)
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AST Presents
Teja Gerken & Doug Young
San Francisco Bay Area fingerstyle guitarists Teja Gerken and Doug Young have performed together for over a decade. They draw from their catalogs of original compositions, Celtic tunes, jazz standards, and occasional classical pieces, using various guitars like baritone, metal-bodied resonator, and 12-strings for a rich tonal palette.
Both Teja and Doug are leading authorities on acoustic guitar, having written extensively for magazines like Acoustic Guitar and Guitar Player. They have authored several guitar instruction books and produced numerous instrument demonstration videos on YouTube, Peghead Nation, and Acoustic Guitar.
Running time: approx. 2h
Sun, August 18, 2024
3:00 PM
Location— Odd Fellows Lodge #7, 1226½ Lincoln Way in Auburn
Tickets: $30 Adults, $26 Students
($6 fees included)
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Cinema at the State Presents
Blues Brothers (1980)
Sponsored by Old Town Pizza
Jake Blues rejoins his brother Elwood after being released from prison, and the duo has just days to reunite their legendary R&B band for a musical benefit to raise funds to save the Catholic home where the two were raised, with plenty of laughs, car crashes, and slapstick enroute! The film features musical numbers by James Brown, Cab Calloway, Aretha Franklin, Ray Charles and John Lee Hooker.
Running time: 2h 13m
Thurs, August 22, 2024
7:00 PM
Location— Odd Fellows Lodge #7, 1226½ Lincoln Way in Auburn
Tickets: $12 Adults, $10 Seniors and Kids under 12 ($2 fees included)
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Cinema at the State Presents
World Tour Paddling Film Festival
Sponsored by Protect American River Canyons (PARC)
Join us for this exciting and inspiring film tour presenting the world’s best paddling films of 2023. The Festival presents the world’s best paddling films – whitewater, sea kayaking, canoeing, stand up paddling (SUP), action and lifestyle. Be inspired to explore rivers, lakes, and oceans, push extremes, appreciate wild places and fully embrace the paddling lifestyle. Then, go paddling. We’re pretty sure you’ll want to.
Running time: 2h 30m (approx.) with 15m intermission
Fri, August 30, 2024
7:00 PM
Location— Odd Fellows Lodge #7, 1226½ Lincoln Way in Auburn
Tickets: $15
($2 fees included)
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Cinema at the State Presents
Women’s Adventure Film Tour 2024
Sponsored by Jack and June Haugen
Being adventurous doesn't always have to mean being the fastest, going the highest, or doing the most extreme things. Adventure for most of us is stepping outside our comfort zone and climbing our own personal Everest. The films showcase real stories about women from a variety of cultures and sports around the world. It's a celebration of bravery, perseverance, and the indomitable spirit within us.
Running time: 2h
Thurs, September 5, 2024
7:00 PM
Location— Odd Fellows Lodge #7, 1226½ Lincoln Way in Auburn
Tickets: $12 Adults, $10 Seniors and Kids under 12 ($2 fees included)
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Cinema at the State Presents in Partnership with Crooked Lane Brewing Co.
The Goonies
Sponsored by The Kelty Family in Memory of Del Kelty
In this 1985 classic, a group of young misfits called The Goonies discover an ancient map and set out on an adventure to find a legendary pirate's long-lost treasure.
Running time: 1h 54m
Fri, September 13, 2024
8:30 PM
Location— Crooked Lane Brewing Co., 536 Grass Valley Highway in Auburn
Tickets: $12 Adults, $10 Seniors and Kids under 12 ($2 fees included)
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AST Presents
History Expedition Presents…
Comstock Revisited – Lodes, Lies & Lincoln
Auburn State Theater invites you to the second in a series presented by History Expeditions, who discover tales and trails of America West. The History Expedition team set out to discover a trail lost to time and unearth tales hidden in the shadows of history concerning the Comstock Lode.
Running time: approx. 2h
Fri, September 20, 2024
7:00 PM
Location— Odd Fellows Lodge #7, 1226½ Lincoln Way in Auburn