Tampa Theatre renovation: A $30M Second Century plan

The Tampa Theatre renovation is turning a historic movie palace into a sharper, smarter, more welcoming destination—without dimming the old-world glow that made it famous. With restoration, modernization, and downtown Tampa at the heart of the plan, the venue at 711 N. Franklin St. is moving through a multi-phase upgrade designed to elevate every visit while protecting what makes the building iconic. For official updates, schedules, and announcements, visit the Tampa Theatre’s official site.

At the center of the project is a larger capital initiative called the Second Century Campaign—focused on preservation, education, and patron experience—with a major renovation budgeted at $24.5 million as part of the broader $30 million push. The official Second Century Campaign hub outlines the big-picture goals and why the work matters as the Theatre heads toward its centennial.