What are the Barkley Marathons?

 Join us at The Capitol for a 5 p.m. screening of documentary film The Finisher, which details Jasmin Paris’ completion of the historically difficult Barkley Marathons. Then, stick around for a live Q+A with creator of the Barkley Marathons Lazarus Lake moderated by Jim Decesare. A book signing and meet n’ greet will also follow. […]

Court Stevens at the Capitol

Local author Court Stevens will speak with author David Arnold about the release of her new novel, Tell Me Something Good. 200 copies of Stevens’ new novel will be given away for free at the event! Register here!

Beyond the Bachelorette: Michelle Young

As an educator, television personality, speaker, and activist, and nonprofit founder, Michelle Young inspires many. Her persona exudes charisma and positivity, and her message is strong and passionate. In 2021, Michelle charmed audiences of The Bachelor and became a nationwide sensation reaching the runner-up spot during season 25. She returned to captivate viewers as the […]

Summer Solstice Concert

Join us for a night of Celtic music & poetry as we celebrate the longest day of the year! WCPL is proud to present one of our favorite returning acts. Rebecca Baumbach, Skip Cleavinger, Pat Broaders and  John Skelton will be playing Irish flute, tin whistles, Galician pipes, bouzouki, and other traditional instruments for an […]

Sean of the South LIVE

Sean Dietrich is a multi-instrumentalist, novelist, and stand-up storyteller known for his commentary on life in the American South. His work has appeared in Newsweek, Southern Living, Reader’s Digest, Garden and Gun, The Tallahassee Democrat, the Birmingham News, The Mobile Press Register, and his column appears in newspapers throughout the U.S. He has authored 18 books, he is the creator of the Sean of the South Podcast, and makes appearances on the Grand Ole Opry.   Join him for a night of laughs and good ole southern entertainment!

A Tribute to Dolly with Natasha Neely

Natasha Neely has been a life-long fan of Dolly Parton’s music, business endeavors, rhinestoned wardrobe, and who she is as a person. She worked at Dolly’s theme park Dollywood in Pigeon Forge, TN in the show Country Crossroads. With her show A Tribute to Dolly, Natasha captures her voice and personality by singing her songs […]

heARTS Behind the Violence Art Gallery & They Call Us Monsters film

3 juveniles from the documentary super imposed over art work created in a detention center

On The Move Art Studio is a nonprofit that brings art to underserved communities with a mission to give youth a positive and creative outlet. This art show displays work created by incarcerated youth here at the Warren Regional Juvenile Detention Center and the Fayette Regional JDC. On The Move received a grant from Rural […]

The History of Digital Animation

Television with picture of Buzz and Woody from Toy Story on wall, with shadow of a dinosaur above TV

Spanning from innovation to business, this short documentary highlights the ways in which cinema was changed forever. The effects rippling across the creative world, digital animation paved a new foundation for all modern effects. (Not Rated)  

Spooky Time: Tell Us Your Capitol Ghost Stories

Photo of the Spooky Time Crew of 5 men

Do YOU have a ghost story about the Capitol Theater? Spooky Time is a local group of paranormal investigators and YouTubers who have embarked on a deep-dive of the Capitol. Patrons from around Warren County are invited to sign up for a time slot to come tell their best ghost stories about the Capitol. Some […]

Kentucky Acoustic Music Festival

This Memorial Day Weekend, come support the Capitol with a great lineup of local music! This year’s festival will be headlined by the Kody Norris Show, featuring hometown artist Mary Rachel Nalley-Norris, supported by Kentucky Shine and Mt. Victor Revue. Many of these artists have graced the Capitol stage in years past during Lost River Sessions. All proceeds for this event go directly towards benefitting the Capitol. We can’t wait to see you there!