E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial is coming to the Astra Theatre on Saturday, August 4, 2018, at 2:30 p.m. The screening is being presented by and through a unique partnership and collaboration with Jasper Community Arts. This special community-minded event during Strassenfest is open and free to the public, but seating is limited by capacity. Free will… Continue Reading
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Astra to Host Noted Film Historian for “History of Color in Cinema” Session
The Astra Theatre will host noted film historian Eric Grayson on Thursday, September 6, 2018, at 6:30 p.m. for a presentation entitled “History of Color in Cinema”. The presentation will feature the use of real film and antique projectors, will include a question and answer session with Grayson, and is appropriate for all ages. The program is… Continue Reading
Two-time Grammy Winner Rodney Crowell to Perform at the Astra Theatre in November
Rodney Crowell will perform at the historic Astra Theatre on Saturday, November 3, 2018. Doors for this intimate acoustic trio performance will open at 6:30 p.m., a yet-to-be-determined opener will perform at 7:30 p.m., and Crowell and his two accompaniments will take to the Jim and Pat Thyen Performance Stage at 8:30 p.m. Crowell is a… Continue Reading
Pokey LaFarge to Perform Intimate Solo Acoustic Set at the Historic Astra Theatre in October
American musician Pokey LaFarge will perform a solo acoustic set at the historic Astra Theatre on Saturday, October 6, 2018. Doors for this intimate performance will open at 6:30 p.m., a yet-to-be determined opener will perform at 7:30 p.m., and LaFarge will take to the Jim and Pat Thyen Performance Stage at 8:30 p.m. LaFarge is… Continue Reading
Astra Theatre’s Grand Re-Opening Set for April 14!
With a $1.6 million renovation headed toward completion, Nashville recording artists Will Kimbrough and Patrick Sweany are set to re-open the historic Astra Theatre on Saturday, April 14, 2018. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m., with the performance beginning at 7:30 p.m. We strongly encourage you to get tickets in advance, as we would anticipate… Continue Reading
Amid Complete Renovation, Next Act/Astra Launches 2018 Membership Drive
Next Act, Inc., the 501c3 renovating the historic Astra Theatre in downtown Jasper, has launched its 2018 membership campaign. Launched while the building is currently undergoing a complete and total renovation and remodel lead by general contractor Seufert Construction, proceeds from the campaign will be used to pay for final design elements in the theater… Continue Reading
YOU can help us choose our Valentine’s weekend feature…
The historic Astra Theatre will open its doors on Saturday, February 11, at 6 p.m. for a 7 p.m. screening of…a movie that YOU can help choose. Choices include Dirty Dancing, When Harry Met Sally, and Ghost. Vote for your favorite here http://bit.ly/2ki3Xmr by Sunday, January 29. “We have received a lot of great feedback since… Continue Reading
Opal Fly and KAPOW! to perform at the Astra in January
Bloomington-based jazz trio Opal Fly and KAPOW! will perform on the Jim and Pat Thyen Performance Stage at the historic Astra Theatre on Saturday, January 21, 2017. Doors for the performance will open at 6 p.m. with regional musician and host of WNIN’s “The Song Show” set to perform a brief acoustic set at 7… Continue Reading
Christmas Vacation to be Screened at the Astra on December 10
The holiday classic Christmas Vacation will be screened at the historic Astra Theatre on Saturday, December 10. Doors are at 5:45 p.m. with the show beginning at 7 p.m. Tickets are $6 and available in advance by clicking here. The evening is being presented by Jasper’s Tri Kappa. Concessions will be available, as well as… Continue Reading
November Screening of “Hoosiers” Added to the Astra’s Calendar
A special screening of the iconic film Hoosiers will be held at the historic Astra Theatre on Saturday, November 19, at 7 p.m. Doors will open at 5:45 p.m., tickets are $6 per, and can be purchased in advance by clicking here. The evening is being presented by All Star Sports in Ferdinand. 2016 marks… Continue Reading
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