The Colonial Theatre, Phoenixville, PAThe Colonial Theatre

Weather Closure

The theatre will close early at 1 PM on Sunday, 2/22 due to the upcoming storm. All ticketholders will be refunded & showtimes rescheduled. Stay safe!

Within Our Gates (1920)

With Live Theatre Organ Accompaniment by Tedde Gibson.

Sunday at 3:00 PM

The Bride! Members-Only-Screening

See it on March 5th in the Berry Theatre!

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The Bride!

On sale at 12:00 PM!

Opens March 6th

Women in Cinema Spotlight

Coming this March!

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10 Things I Hate About You

Craft Cinema returns in March!

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Science on Screen®: When Genius meets Glamour

The Birth of Frequency Hopping Communication.

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BLACK BELT THEATRE

A full day on 16mm presented by Exhumed Films.

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LIVE AT THE COLONIAL

Semiquincentennial Films Series

New titles added to the 2026 slate of films!

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Today At The Theatre

The Colonial Theatre is open Wednesday - Sunday

Celebrating Black Artists Film Series

Oscar Micheaux’s Within Our Gates (1920) – With Live Theatre Organ Accompaniment by Tedde Gibson

Art House Cinema

The Night Of The Hunter (1955)

New Release

Wuthering Heights

Oscar-Nominated Films

OSCAR®-NOMINATED SHORT FILMS: DOCUMENTARY SHORT SUBJECTS

Oscar-Nominated Films

OSCAR®-NOMINATED SHORT FILMS: Live Action Short Film

Oscar-Nominated Films

OSCAR®-NOMINATED SHORT FILMS: Animated Short Film

Theatre Tours

Est. 1902

Theatre Organ Performances

Oscar Micheaux’s Within Our Gates (1920) – With Live Theatre Organ Accompaniment by Tedde Gibson

Films

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New Release

Wuthering Heights

Feb 13 - 26, 2026
Live Action Short Film
Oscar-Nominated Films

OSCAR®-NOMINATED SHORT FILMS: Live Action Short Film

Feb 20 - 26, 2026
DOCUMENTARY SHORTS
Oscar-Nominated Films

OSCAR®-NOMINATED SHORT FILMS: DOCUMENTARY SHORT SUBJECTS

Feb 20 - 26, 2026
Animated Short Film
Oscar-Nominated Films

OSCAR®-NOMINATED SHORT FILMS: Animated Short Film

Feb 20 - 26, 2026
Women in Cinema Spotlight
Classic Films

Breakfast at Tiffany’s (1961)

Mar 1, 2026
Semiquincentennial Series

Philadelphia (1993)

Mar 1, 2026
Crowd Pleasers

She’s the Man (2006)

Mar 4, 2026
members-only-screening
New Release

The Bride! – Members-Only-Screening

Mar 5, 2026

Events

Live Music
SOLD OUT

Rising Sun Presents Mavis Staples

Grim days call for fierce love. And Mavis Staples, one of the most enduring figures in American music, is laying it down. Sad and Beautiful World is the fifteenth solo album from a national treasure and multigenerational talent. On her…

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Presented by The Colonial & Sponsored by The Stove Shop Fireplace Experts HUSH: An Immersive Speakeasy Experience

Psst, you didn’t hear this from us, but… Hush, a dimly lit speakeasy, is the bee’s knees. Get on the blower! Tell your favorite hoofers! The joint will be jumpin’. Enjoy the musical stylings of Parlour Noir, a performance by…

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Live Music

Rising Sun Presents ECHOES The American Pink Floyd

Formed in Delaware, Echoes, the American Pink Floyd has built a devoted following throughout the Mid-Atlantic by meticulously recreating the sound, scale, and immersive atmosphere of a classic Pink Floyd concert. Featuring a 10-member ensemble—including soaring, era-authentic backup vocals (just…

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Our Mission

Showcase the transformative power of the arts to enrich lives, connect people, and enhance the cultural and economic vitality of Phoenixville and surrounding communities.

Our Vision

To engage audiences by presenting innovative programming that animates a restored state-of the-art historic venue where all are welcomed and valued.

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Our three theatres and multiple convening spaces are perfect for film screenings, private parties, meetings, classes, and film clubs.

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Member Benefits/Business Program

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Splatterfest X1 Lunch Order Form - 2023

  • Please list the order number associated with your Splatterfest XI (2023) Ticket(s).
  • Each of Dixie Picnic's Famous Box Lunches is scratch made and features one (1) sandwich of choice with salad of choice, a deviled egg, and an Upcake.