September 23 - Membership Program Relaunches
September 24 - Grand Reopening Celebration Member Presale
October 1 - Grand Reopening Celebration Public Sale
October 15 - 2026 Season Announced
January 17 - The Z's Grand Reopening
For decades, the Zeiterion has been a vibrant hub where countless memories have been made. Just as we are transforming the century-old building into a beacon for creative expression, we are embarking on a bold and ambitious journey to transform the way we work.
It has been a privilege to share the story of the building’s renovation with you over the last year or so. Today, we are excited to tell you the story of the Zeiterion’s next evolution, as an organization that will continue to serve this community for the next 100 years. Here’s what you can expect:
This place is our purpose.
We are committed to activating our historic home as a dynamic civic and cultural hub. You have entrusted us to care for this beautiful space and bring it to life. We carry that responsibility with pride. When we reopen, we’ll swing our doors open wide, inviting the public into a living, breathing space for connection, dialogue, and shared experience.
This is your Zeiterion.
It is vital that the stories that reflect this community are told here. We are reimagining our programming so that it centers a wide array of voices and lived experiences, creating space for learning, artistic expression, and storytelling that resonates across generations. We are embracing creativity as a tool for equity and engagement, sparking meaningful participation and a deeper sense of belonging for all.
Our values light the way.
As we move into the future, we will grow with intention and a deep commitment to justice, collaboration, and reciprocity. By nurturing an inclusive, learning-focused culture and building a resilient and sustainable business model, we will create a thriving organization.
The next phase of The Z will require courageous unlearning, intentional partnerships, and active listening. We are building on our legacy, ensuring that our mission endures - and transforms - with our community at heart.
To lead us into this bold future, we have identified five ambitious goals in our new strategic plan. We invite you to learn more about our plans here and join us for The Z’s next act.
The Z's Beyond100 Campaign supports the Zeiterion's historical restoration and renovation. A gift to Beyond100 will not only help us reach our target of $37M but also create a lasting impact on the next century of performing arts on the Southcoast.
New, comfortable, beautiful theater seats are part of The Z's historic restoration and renovation project - and you can make a donation to name one!