The Lompoc Theatre's transformation into a regional entertainment hub recently cleared a critical hurdle when the Lompoc Planning Commission voted 3-0 to approve the permits needed to move the project forward. The decision drew applause from the chamber.
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Lompoc Planning Commission Ushers Theater Project Forward
On May 13, city Planning Commissioners gave the go-ahead for the space, a building addition, and a partial demolition that’ll support the long-planned project meant to help revitalize Old Town Lompoc.
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A peek inside at the main stage | Credit: Ingrid Bostrom, Santa Barbara Independent
Lompoc’s Historic Theater Coming Back to Life →
We are elated to share this special feature by Shannon Brooks with Santa Barbara Independent! In it Shannon explores the vivid history of the iconic theatre, the impact it had on local youth who became passionate leaders behind Lompoc Theatre Project, and discusses the importance of restoring the theatre as the hub of arts and culture for the Lompoc Valley.
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Maxine Littlejohn, a Business Committee member for the Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians, and Mark Herrier, executive director for the Lompoc Theatre Project, pose outside the Lompoc Theatre in Lompoc on March 5, 2026, during a check presentation following the tribe’s $500,000 donation.
Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians Donate $500k to Lompoc Theatre Project
The Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians recently awarded a $500,000 matching grant to the Lompoc Theatre Project in December, which donors helped to achieve in just five weeks.
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Photo by Ruth Villa, Lompoc Chalks 2025
Lompoc Chalks brings color, music, community spirit to Veterans Memorial
Lompoc Chalks event brings live art, music, and family fun to Veterans Memorial Building.
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