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The Colonial Theatre

  • Phoenixville street at night with cars.
    Tourism

    Must-Do Activities For The Perfect Day in Phoenixville

    March 16, 2026

    Tourists and locals alike have no shortage of activities to explore for the perfect day in Phoenixville, write Noah Rymsza, Sophie Tegenu, and Ben Silver…

  • Ghouls Night Out with a screening of Hocus Pocus, attendees dressed up.
    Nonprofit

    The Colonial Theatre Unveils Exciting Fall Events, Featuring Season Festivities, Immersive Experiences

    September 25, 2024

    The historic Colonial Theatre (227 Bridge Street, Phoenixville), known as the premiere destination for entertainment in downtown Phoenixville, has unveiled its upcoming events and engagements…

  • The movie image/poster for Frida featuring Salma Hayek.
    Nonprofit

    The Colonial Theatre Celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month From Sept. 15-Oct. 15

    September 13, 2024

    Join The Colonial Theatre for National Hispanic Heritage Month from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15. The Colonial will screen the following films celebrating the filmmakers…

  • Movie poster for the silent film "It" featuring Clara Bow.
    Nonprofit

    The Colonial Theatre Celebrates National Day(s) with Corresponding Screenings

    September 7, 2024

    When did National Days become a thing? Well, The Colonial Theatre is not ignoring the trend of these special days and is using them as…

  • The "Wings of Desire" image
    Nonprofit

    The Colonial Theatre Will Feature Art House Cinema Monthly Starting in September

    August 27, 2024

    The Colonial Theatre will spotlight Art House Cinema titles, one Sunday a month, starting in September. The first two titles are already set, with tickets…

  • The Three Stooges in black and White playing at theater.
    Entertainment

    Classic Comedies To Debut Aug. 10th at The Colonial Theater

    August 3, 2024

    Chester and Montgomery County families will be able to enjoy an afternoon of classic comedy on the big screen on Saturday, Aug.10 at The Colonial…

  • A movie projector.
    Nonprofit

    The Colonial Theatre Releases Its Classic Film Slate for August

    July 26, 2024

    Summer may be winding down, but The Colonial Theatre is not slowing down on exciting films. The Theatre recently released its classic movies slated for…

  • blobfest run out scene
    Tourism

    Blobfest Uplifts Small Businesses in Phoenixville 

    July 15, 2024

    After 25 years, Blobfest in Phoenixville has become a staple event in the community, writes Virginia Lindak for The Daily Local News. The festival draws…

  • A graphic with the words "Blobfest 25"
    Nonprofit

    Blobfest Celebrates 25th Year with a Fundraising Goal

    June 25, 2024

    To celebrate Blobfest’s 25th year bringing whimsically weird fun to downtown Phoenixville, The Colonial Theatre is setting a goal to raise $25,000 by the end of the…

  • L to R: James Cameron, Gale Anne Hurd (photographed at Vidiots).
    Nonprofit

    Art House Theater Day Returns to The Colonial Theatre Jul. 25

    June 21, 2024

    Art House Theater Day will return at The Colonial Theatre on Thursday, Jul. 25. For one day only, The Colonial Theatre will join independent theaters…

  • Image of a red blob shape with the text "The Colonial Theatre Blobfest."
    Entertainment

    The Colonial Theatre Celebrates 25 Years of Blobfest with the Annual Festival’s Return in July

    June 6, 2024

    This summer, festival lovers, film buffs, and horror movie fans alike will head to the historic Colonial Theatre (227 Bridge Street, Phoenixville) to take part…

  • Cast of "That Thing You Do!" posing as a group.
    Nonprofit

    The Colonial Theatre Launches Fundraiser To Bring ‘That Thing You Do!’ to Viewers in Its Original 35mm Format

    May 16, 2024

    The Colonial Theatre is embarking on an exciting campaign to preserve the magic of cinema by bringing the beloved film That Thing You Do! to…

  • Image of the front of The Colonial Theatre.
    Nonprofit

    The Colonial Theatre Introduces New Strategic Plan

    April 4, 2024

    The Colonial Theatre’s Board of Directors has introduced a new, three-year strategic plan. The comprehensive roadmap outlines new mission, vision, and values statements and identifies…

  • image showing the eight-women panel of the colonial theatre.
    Entertainment

    The Colonial Theatre Presents Women of the Colonial

    March 12, 2024

    In honor of Women’s History Month, The Colonial Theatre will host an all-star lineup of the theatre’s past and present female leaders who will gather…

  • Image of building restoration
    Nonprofit

    The Colonial Theatre Aims to Reach Its $10,000 Goal for Building Improvement Fund by World Theatre Day

    February 10, 2024

    Just a week into its Building Improvement Challenge, The Colonial Theatre is already halfway to its goal of raising $10,000 in 60 days. Striving for…

  • The Colonial Theatre and executive producer Grady Craig are partnering to present an advanced screening of Scrambled. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the theatre as well as the Pottstown-based nonprofit Hobart's Run.
    Entertainment

    Colonial Theatre Hosting Pre-release Benefit Screening of New Film, ‘Scrambled’

    December 4, 2023

    The Colonial Theatre and executive producer Grady Craig are partnering to present an advanced screening of Scrambled. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the…

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