Phase 2
Phase 2 was completed in late 2023 and included:
* Replica Marquee Design, Fabrication, and Installation
* Ticketing Booth
* Catering Kitchen and Appliances
Special thanks to our funding partners for their contributions to this work:
* The Alabama State Council on the Arts
* The Fox Theatre Institute
* The Alabama Historical Commission
* The Daniel Foundation of Alabama
* Wiregrass RC&D
* SouthFace
* Replica Marquee Design, Fabrication, and Installation
* Ticketing Booth
* Catering Kitchen and Appliances
Special thanks to our funding partners for their contributions to this work:
* The Alabama State Council on the Arts
* The Fox Theatre Institute
* The Alabama Historical Commission
* The Daniel Foundation of Alabama
* Wiregrass RC&D
* SouthFace
Phase 1C
Phase 1C was completed in early 2023 and included:
* 2nd HVAC Unit
* Stage Repair/Patch Holes
* Additional Lighting
* A/V Closet HVAC & Basement HVAC
* Electrical for A/V & Basement HVAC
* Ladder for Rooftop Access
* Storage Rooms
* Sound Booth
* A/V Closet
* Greenroom Bathroom
* Basement Walls/General Construction
Special thanks to our funding partners for their contributions to this phase of work:
* The Alabama State Council on the Arts
* Wiregrass RC&D
* The Daniel Foundation of Alabama
* Lowe's 100 Hometowns
* 2nd HVAC Unit
* Stage Repair/Patch Holes
* Additional Lighting
* A/V Closet HVAC & Basement HVAC
* Electrical for A/V & Basement HVAC
* Ladder for Rooftop Access
* Storage Rooms
* Sound Booth
* A/V Closet
* Greenroom Bathroom
* Basement Walls/General Construction
Special thanks to our funding partners for their contributions to this phase of work:
* The Alabama State Council on the Arts
* Wiregrass RC&D
* The Daniel Foundation of Alabama
* Lowe's 100 Hometowns
Phase 1B
We have now completed Phase 1B which included:
* Roof Construction
* Roofing
* Interior Bathrooms
* Cooling Systems (house & bathroom)
* Fire Suppression System
* General purpose electrical power
* Lighting
Special thanks to our funding partners for their contributions to this phase of work:
* ADECA/Community Development Block Grant Program
* The Alabama Historical Commission
* The Daniel Foundation of Alabama
* The Poarch Creek Indian Tribe
* Wal-Mart Foundation
* Wiregrass RC&D
* The Family of Carolyn and Lister Brunson
* Elizabeth Watson
* Joan & Jerome Ward
* Galen McWaters
* Kenneth Grantham
* Judge Belcher
* Evan Maddox
* Neil Grantham
* Leigh & Mark Wicker
* Sally & Bradley Bane
* Mart & Mary Gray
* Dale & Gloria Stewart
* Sandy Bynum
* Laura Jordan
* Killeen and Stern PC
* iOby
* National Security Group
* Lucia Grantham
* Beverly McCall
* Laurie & Jim Chapman
* Mickey & Liz Murdock
* Ed Kelley, Jr.
* Judy Hall
* Kathy & Fred Smith
* Troy King
* Tom & Alice Maddox
* Daniel & Rhonda Stephens
* George & Glenda Bryan
* Janice McCall
* Williams Signs
* Weeks Tire Company
* Southeast Insurance & Real Estate
* Eloise Goosby
* Lynn Bozeman
* EDSCO Fasteners
* Shelby Omainsky
* Chris Coble
* Sydney Johnson
* Ella Kate Ham
* JR & Jean Helms
* Justin Maddox
* Bama Queen
* Patti Johnson
* Troy Bank & Trust
* Heath Wyrosdick/Hayes FH
* Richard & Melinda (Lyndi) Collier
* Pam McCollough
* Scott & Lynn Kelley
* Bill & Rhonda Brunson
* Jerry & Meredith Dubose
* Eddie and Jana Kelley
* Jack & Jane Brunson
* Walt Russell
* Roof Construction
* Roofing
* Interior Bathrooms
* Cooling Systems (house & bathroom)
* Fire Suppression System
* General purpose electrical power
* Lighting
Special thanks to our funding partners for their contributions to this phase of work:
* ADECA/Community Development Block Grant Program
* The Alabama Historical Commission
* The Daniel Foundation of Alabama
* The Poarch Creek Indian Tribe
* Wal-Mart Foundation
* Wiregrass RC&D
* The Family of Carolyn and Lister Brunson
* Elizabeth Watson
* Joan & Jerome Ward
* Galen McWaters
* Kenneth Grantham
* Judge Belcher
* Evan Maddox
* Neil Grantham
* Leigh & Mark Wicker
* Sally & Bradley Bane
* Mart & Mary Gray
* Dale & Gloria Stewart
* Sandy Bynum
* Laura Jordan
* Killeen and Stern PC
* iOby
* National Security Group
* Lucia Grantham
* Beverly McCall
* Laurie & Jim Chapman
* Mickey & Liz Murdock
* Ed Kelley, Jr.
* Judy Hall
* Kathy & Fred Smith
* Troy King
* Tom & Alice Maddox
* Daniel & Rhonda Stephens
* George & Glenda Bryan
* Janice McCall
* Williams Signs
* Weeks Tire Company
* Southeast Insurance & Real Estate
* Eloise Goosby
* Lynn Bozeman
* EDSCO Fasteners
* Shelby Omainsky
* Chris Coble
* Sydney Johnson
* Ella Kate Ham
* JR & Jean Helms
* Justin Maddox
* Bama Queen
* Patti Johnson
* Troy Bank & Trust
* Heath Wyrosdick/Hayes FH
* Richard & Melinda (Lyndi) Collier
* Pam McCollough
* Scott & Lynn Kelley
* Bill & Rhonda Brunson
* Jerry & Meredith Dubose
* Eddie and Jana Kelley
* Jack & Jane Brunson
* Walt Russell
Phase 1A
February 2020
We are in the middle of Phase 1A construction! We have already installed wind columns (to strengthen the façade wall), removed the old storefront awning, replaced the storefront glass windows and doors, installed a new ticket window and concession pass-thru window and repainted the lower half of the façade. We are now in the process of replacing the roof, running new plumbing, electrical and lighting, HVAC, and building out new bathrooms. Once this phase is completed (which is anticipated to be early May, 2020) we will have a functional facility that will still have its rustic-charm, but will be usable! So exciting!
Special thanks to our funding partners for their contributions to this phase of work:
* The Fox Theatre Institute
* The Alabama State Council on the Arts
* The Janice Kindon Estate
We are in the middle of Phase 1A construction! We have already installed wind columns (to strengthen the façade wall), removed the old storefront awning, replaced the storefront glass windows and doors, installed a new ticket window and concession pass-thru window and repainted the lower half of the façade. We are now in the process of replacing the roof, running new plumbing, electrical and lighting, HVAC, and building out new bathrooms. Once this phase is completed (which is anticipated to be early May, 2020) we will have a functional facility that will still have its rustic-charm, but will be usable! So exciting!
Special thanks to our funding partners for their contributions to this phase of work:
* The Fox Theatre Institute
* The Alabama State Council on the Arts
* The Janice Kindon Estate
SUSTAINABILITY PLAN PHASE
Special thanks to our funding partners for their contributions to this phase of work:
* USDA Rural Development
* USDA Rural Development
Design phase
This is the floor plan and exterior rendering for the renovated Elba Theatre. We were blessed to be able to work with one of the leading architecture firms in the country, Lord Aeck Sargant. We were paired with them by a website that matches non-profits and architects who donate a portion of their time and talents to worthy causes. After meeting with us on several occasions and holding a Visioning Workshop for interested community members, this is the design that was decided on. A $30,000 grant from the Alabama State Council on the Arts allowed us to contract them for the full set of blueprints, which you can view with the following link: https://1drv.ms/b/s!AgDHa8YgPZihv1Fv_KdVdshm200P
As you can see, this is a massive project that is currently in the fundraising stage. The full project will include official architectural drawings, a sustainability plan, extensive plumbing and electrical work, roof replacement, new HVAC, restrooms, flooring, wall treatments, lighting, stage renovation, concession stand, box office, marquee fabrication and installation, professional audio/video equipment and more. Work will be completed in phases as funds are acquired. We are raising funds by applying for grants from a variety of funding sources, selling components (seats, "stars", etc.) and individual donations. If you have any resources or skills that will help us reach our goal, please reach out to Laurie Chapman at 334-494-4629 or Justin Maddox at 334-494-2952.
building acquistion
2011
These pictures are from The Elba Theatre after it was purchased by Justin Maddox and Philip Box. The building has been opened up and cleaned up since these pictures were taken and is pending adequate funding to complete the renovation.
These pictures are from The Elba Theatre after it was purchased by Justin Maddox and Philip Box. The building has been opened up and cleaned up since these pictures were taken and is pending adequate funding to complete the renovation.
