When will the theater reopen?
    It is going to take a considerable amount of work to completely restore the theater.  Our original plan was to have the theater operational by Christmas of 2008 with limited capabilities and make further improvements at a later date, however, we have now decided to completely restore the theater before reopening it.  A complete restoration will take at least one year and once work is underway we will be able to project an opening date.

How can I help?
    Since there have been several changes made to the building during its 80 year life, we don't know exactly what it originally looked like.  We're looking for pictures, descriptions and drawings of the theater's original appearance.  We're especially interested in knowing about the paint colors that were used, the curtains, the original ticket booth, the original marquee, and the sign that towered over the theater.  If you have any pictures or stories that might help, we'd love to hear from you.
    The Friends of the Hanover Theater, a volunteer group which help with the restoration and operation of the theater has been created and will soon be accepting members. Please visit the "Volunteer" page for more information.   We are also looking for an architects and engineers who is willing to work with us, reviewing our blueprints and approving them for submission.

What kind of performances will there be?
    There is an incredible diversity in the Performing Arts and we plan on showcasing as much as we can!  Performances will include traditional musicals and dramas, movies, all kinds of music, dance, improv, and things you may not even think of, such as vaudeville style shows and even circuses.  The most important thing for us is to give our audience what they want to see.  We hope to work with local performing groups and have them perform regularly.  If there's something you'd like to see, please let us know.

Will you be showing movies?
    Yes, we will show movies, but they will be one part of our programming, maybe twice a week.  We'll be staying away from current release movies and instead will be showing classic and contemporary classic films that we all may have forgotten.

Can my group use the theater once it opens?
    Yes!!  The theater will be available for local performing arts groups to use.  We will also rent the theater to other groups for private events, corporate meetings and weddings.

Wasn't the theater originally called the "State Theater"?
    Yes it was.  After a lot of thought we decided to use the current name, primarily because we feel that the theater is Hanover's treasure and the name should reflect that. 

Can we get a tour?
    Unfortunately, we can't offer tours at this time.  The building, while structurally sound, doesn't meet today's Building Code requirements and we are not allowed to have the public inside.  We will be offering tours in the future as the restoration progresses.

What's it like inside?
   There are a lot of rumors about the condition of the building.  It is actually in very good condition given its age and history.  It is solid, with no major problems.  There is a quite a bit of damage from roof leaks, but it's mostly cosmetic.  The interior is plaster with many decorative moldings and frescoes.

Are you hiring?
    Right now, everyone working on the theater is a volunteer.  We will be hiring contractors for certain projects and would like to use local companies whenever practical.  If you're a business owner, please visit the "Restoration" page or feel free to contact us to learn about projects that are out for bids.

Who owns the theater?
    The theater is owned by Historic Hanover Theater, LLC, a private company.  While our mission is in line with that of a not-for-profit organization, we found that a private structure worked best to accomplish our goals. 

Can I make a donation to help with the restoration?
    We are pleased to say that the we have recently completed creating the Friends of the Hanover Theater, the volunteer group dedicated to restoring the theater and operating it as a performing arts center for the community.  An application for Federal not for profit status has been completed and we are waiting for news from the IRS.  Once the IRS recognizes the Friends of the Hanover Theater as a public charity, all contributions will be tax deductable..