Shorty’s Tours Return to Yakima’s Historic Capitol Theatre

What proved to be a huge and educational event inside the crown jewel of the Yakima Valley back in April of this year is back for another round of history and theatre! The Shorty Tours are back!

Yakima Capitol Theatre's 'Shorty's Tour'

I'm a huge fan of the theatrical arts, and I've lost count of how many times I've been to the Capitol Theatre. Between the numerous Broadway shows, concerts, speaker series, or even when I was doing my own comedy with Manic Thunder at the 4th Street Theatre, in many ways, it has felt like a 3rd home.

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Earlier this year, the Capitol Theatre introduced what they called "Shorty's Tour of the Capitol Theatre," and I was on board. Even though I had seen many areas of the iconic building, it was great to see EVEN MORE and hear stories behind the building.

From celebrities who have graced the stage, to the devastating fire and theatre community (nationwide) who helped in the rebuild, it's a tour down memory lane that you don't want to miss.

"The Capitol Theatre is thrilled to announce the return of our hugely popular Shorty's Tours this December"
– The Capitol Theatre.

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Shorty's Tours For The Holidays!

Three special Wednesdays this month (December) (3rd, 10th, and 17th) are free (although donations are welcome), and with this being a very limited engagement, tickets are needed and are expected to go fast.

For more details, visit CapitolTheatre.org.

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And check out some photos from my Shorty's Tour from back in April below.

A Virtual Look At The Yakima Capitol Theatre Tour

From its creation in 1920, the fire on August 11th, 1975, to its re-opening in 1978, expansion in 2010, and beyond, here are some photos from the tour of the Yakima Capitol Theatre.

Gallery Credit: tsm/Timmy!

8 Cool Times That Celebs Have Been Spotted in Yakima Valley

We get it, celebrities are just people like us; they eat and go to the bathroom just like anyone else...

When a famous entertainer or someone with notoriety comes to town, a lively spirit seems to fill the Yakima Valley air. Excitement gets kicked up a notch. When a celebrity makes time for a visit to the Yakima Valley it does feel kind of exciting, not going to lie.

Gallery Credit: Reesha Cosby

Yakima's Rainier Square Throughout The Past 18 Years!

A lot of things come and go throughout the years, but even in the last 17 years, there have been some major changes to the area around 24th and Nob Hill Blvd.

Gallery Credit: tsm/Timmy!