Planned Facility Repairs & Upgrades
Dear Admiral Theatre Supporter,
As we begin another inspiring year at the Admiral Theatre, I find myself grateful every day for the community that surrounds this historic 83-year-old building. For generations, families, students, artists, and neighbors have walked through these doors to experience live performances, share moments of joy, and feel connected to something larger than themselves.
This year, our commitment to preserving this beloved cultural landmark remains at the center of our mission.
Last fall, the Admiral Theatre Foundation completed a comprehensive Long-Term Building Maintenance Assessment, reviewing the full scope of repairs, replacements, and upgrades needed to keep our theatre safe, functional, and welcoming. The results were clear: maintaining an 83-year-old historic facility requires consistent, proactive investment. In 2025, we completed major HVAC upgrades, VIP Room renovations, fire door replacements, and more—progress made possible by supporters like you. And still, our full long-term maintenance plan identifies $710,405 in needs over the coming years.
Of course, our immediate focus is far more practical and achievable.
This Kitsap Great Give, we are asking our community to help us raise $10,000 toward essential repairs and upkeep—the work that keeps the Admiral operational every single day.
Your support this year will help us address priority items such as:
Roof replacement estimated at $181,535
Aging HVAC units nearing 30 years old, estimated at $96,970
Other improvements, including exterior painting, a fire alarm panel replacement system, water heater replacement, carpet and flooring upgrades, sound system needs, and equipment replacements, all total more than $700,000 in repairs and maintenance in the coming years.
These numbers reflect real projects—evaluated by contractors, priced out with updated estimates, and aligned with the long-term health of the building.
As we plan for repairs this summer, we are asking for your help to continue preserving this treasured arts space. Your donation - whatever the amount - brings us closer to our $10,000 community goal and directly supports the building maintenance we must complete to keep the Admiral thriving.
If this theatre has ever made you laugh, learn, sing, cheer, or feel connected, we invite you to join us in caring for its future.
Thank you for believing in the Admiral Theatre and for helping ensure that this incredible piece of Kitsap County history remains strong for generations to come.
With gratitude,
Brian Johnson
Admiral Theatre Foundation
Executive Director