The Lindsay Theater and Cultural Center

The Theater fills a Cultural gap in communities farther from The urban core, serving as a Cultural hub that offers a broad mix of new releases, indies, classics, and art on screen 365 days a year. Also embedded into arthouse programming are dance and music performances, free community screenings and other programming designed to meet The needs of historically underserved/low-wealth audience segments. Examples of programming include: youth: youth outreach offers transportation - often a critical need - at no cost, free tickets and concessions to nearby underserved suburban/rural youth. Presentations, exhibitions and discussions amplify cinematic themes. The program has expanded its depth and served an increased number of partners and geographies, including hundreds of youth experiencing cinema and contextual programming for The first time.a summerlong flagship educational program invests in career readiness among youth living in pockets of suburban and rural poverty: by leveraging arts as an attractive common denominator, The initiative uses film production as a gateway to involvement with stem-based careers. In making their own first films, youth learn The many technical skills that make cinema possible, and gain exposure to professionals, companies and overall stem career options - all with The ultimate goal of creating pathways for economic mobility.senior citizens: free senior-centric events include screenings, panels, q&a, community conversations, relevant topics, and music.science on screen (trademarked): supported by a national foundation, this stem film/speaker series connects suburban/rural residents with metro area researchers and experts.community conversations: led by expert moderators, alongside The films, this program creates a platform for discussion and exchanges of ideas on ranging topics.emerging filmakers: The Theater regularly makes its facilities available at no cost to The region's emerging filmmakers to share their works with The public. Providing technical support, marketing, communications and day-of-event coordination, The Theater supports artistic development and career advancement, while more strongly drawing The public closer to The creative process.