BACKDOOR THEATRE IS GOING GREEN!

Backdoor Theatre is going green! On Earth Day 2018, we began a new, massive fundraising campaign that will help us not only reduce our utility bills, but also lower our carbon footprint, and promote a more comfortable experience for our patrons.
 
Originally built in 1920, our facility served as the People’s Ice House. While the facility was built to be well-insulated, time has taken a toll. We estimate that 7% of our annual budget goes toward utilities, primarily due to problems that can and will be addressed. 

Our interior and exterior walls are in desperate need of repair.  Much of our infrastructure is nearing 50-years-old and needs to be replaced. Our theatrical lights are outdated and inefficient.  The challenges of heating and cooling an aging building are exacerbated by extreme North Texas temperatures.  We plan to make much-needed repairs and energy upgrades while maintaining the historical integrity of our building.
 
We envision this as a multi-phase project that will take no more than 5-years to complete. With your help, we can begin implementing a new, greener future at Backdoor Theatre. If you'd like to donate, please click the button below. Your gift, whether large or small, will help us make our building last another 100 years!
Phase One - $180,000
  • Install low flow toilets ✔
  • Replace exit sign lights with LEDs ✔
  • Electrical infrastructure refurbishment ✔
  • New electrical run for air conditioning system ✔
  • New air conditioning systems✔
  • Upgrading to LED theatrical lights and compatible light board ✔
  • Electrical for new LED theatrical lights ✔
  • Purchase and install energy efficient windows on the North side of the building ✔
  • Purchase and install energy efficient washer & dryer for costumes and linens ✔
  • Install tankless water heaters ✔

Phase Two - $250,000
  • Foam insulation of the interior of the Main Stage Tower
  • New foam insulation on the roof
  • Solar panels installed
  • Xeriscaping
  • Exterior brick and mortar repaired and sealed
  • LED exterior architectural lights
  • Solar shield panels installed on Main Stage Tower
Your contribution is tax deductible.
Each and every gift, no matter how large or how small, will help make Backdoor Theatre a little greener!