Mission Statement

The mission of the Hippodrome/Colony Historical Theatre Association, Inc. is:

To preserve, maintain and operate the Colony Theatre as an historic landmark which benefits the people of the Marietta/Parkersburg metropolitan area and the Mid-Ohio Valley by presenting programs of artistic, social and educational merit.
To serve as a community auditorium to support the revitalization of the downtown business district and enhance the tourism trade in the area.
To serve the community as an auditorium facility to benefit schools, performing arts organizations, service organizations, businesses and religious organizations.
To serve the community by presenting a broad spectrum of high quality multi-cultural activities in all art forms.
To provide a venue for local, regional, national and international artists.
To develop cultural awareness through educational programs.