One of Texas’ oldest continually operating community theaters is set to receive a major transformation aimed at preserving its legacy and improving the experience for future generations.

The Harbor Playhouse, originally founded as the Corpus Christi Players in 1925, has been a bedrock of performing arts in South Texas for nearly a century. After several name changes, the venue made its official debut as the Harbor Playhouse in 1976, making the current building nearly 50 years old.

With age comes wear, and city officials say the facility is now in need of extensive rehabilitation. Jessica Hill, Marketing Specialist for the Harbor Playhouse, said the renovations are part of a city-led capital improvement project totaling more than $4.9 million.

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