New State Theater owner pledges preservation, upgrades and broader programming
Jason Wall, the new owner of Hutchinson’s historic State Theater, described plans to preserve the 1937 Art‑Deco venue while adding modern projection and sound (4K projection, 7.1 Dolby Digital), expanding programming to include stage performances and festivals, and restoring the marquee neon and a rear 'ghost mural.'
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Jason Wall, the new owner of Hutchinson’s State Theater, said he and his wife intend to preserve the historic 1937 theater while upgrading projection, sound and programming for wider community use. Wall described the theater as "truly a gem from an Art Deco perspective" and said he and his wife view themselves as stewards charged with protecting the building’s legacy into its 100th year.
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