Neon Jubilee: The Buskirk-Chumley Theater’s Centennial Birthday Gala Event!

The Indiana Theatre’s Official Birthday Party! On January 28th, the Bloomington community is coming together to celebrate the 100th birthday of the Buskirk-Chumley Theater, which first opened its doors as the Indiana Theatre silent movie house on December 11th, 1922.

Let’s go all out! Guests are invited to dress to the nines in their favorite 1920s-inspired costumes. Doors open at 6:30 pm to check in, grab a cocktail and finger foods, and join us in the auditorium for a journey through time beginning with a presentation at 7:30 pm. After remarks from key contributors to the theater’s evolution, you’ll be invited to explore the spaces you’ve never seen with backstage tours and other exciting activities. No will-call will be available until doors open the day of the event.