Rialto Theater Center — Attraction in Loveland

Really love the theater and the commitment to great live shows and film classics. But huge disappointment began right off last week we went to see Gone With The Wind. We've seen the film on the big screen several times before so we know how it sounds and plays in a theater (much differently then on television). But sadly the sound operator on Sunday seemed to not understand how to manage his sound board. The music was grand, simply because it is beautiful, but it was not anywhere near as crisp and clear as it can be in a theater and the dialogue was muffled and not well modulated. Several of the other patrons were saying they could hear discern conversations in the film because of the poor quality of the sound. One of my friends who was there is a sound professional and he was really disturbed that the technician working the electronics of the sound board didn't seem to understand how to fix the obvious problems. In addition, part of seeing it in a theater is the whole back in time aspect of playing the full film score overture, which is supposed to play while a GWTW film art card appears on the screen saying "Overture", there is also the same type of film art card that says "Intermission" and the intermission has it's own score. These things are to take place while the house lights are partially up that so people can still mill about and get seated, but still with the knowledge that the exciting event is about to begin. This is basic film history knowledge. But sadly this clown that was running the film just chose to cut the overture off in the middle, just stopped playing it altogether and then we just sat there in silence because no one could figure out why he stopped the overture. Then a few minutes later he started up again, but it was near the end of the overture. He also arbitrarily chose to just completely skip ever playing the magnificent intermission music for the production, never even bothered to put up the film art card for it. He just blew it off, like he wanted the film to end sooner or he wanted his shift to end faster. Dude, we were paying for this wonderful experience and you cheated all of us out of it with your shoddy choices. Additionally, it would seem this gentleman is not terribly experienced or he does not understand the power and capability of the sound board he was operating. What a shame! At the end we all applauded the joy of watching a classic film, from 1939, The Golden Year for American film history. But for those of us that know what that film CAN BE and FEEL LIKE in a film house, this was a terrible disappointment and the problem was completely pilot error. The theater is a fantastic venue, please get someone to manage the sound and the films who understanda the great capability of the board and respects the quality of the work you...

My best friend and her team were in a competition held at the Rialto Theater. I believe they have been competing at this venue for at least two years, possibly three. The G.P.S. was able to direct me without any issues, I found street parking and the theater was within close walking distance. When entering I was welcomed at the ticket window by a polite lady. Our interaction was pleasant and then I found my party. I used the restroom before getting situated and I will say they were clean and stocked with everything necessary. The stage was beautiful and large enough to hold the many bodies that were competing. The chairs were spaced out enough where even if the theater had been full, no one would be bothered. The production area looks to be well run from what I was able to see . At intermission my niece and I got snacks from the vendor, and I would have to say the popcorn and a large drink was reasonably priced. We were happy. I will be happy to visit this venue again when the opportunity arrives. This place has brought...

The Rialto Theater is a gem of a small performing venue and the performance home of the Loveland Opera Theatre. The Rialto features a full stage, seating for 400, and a small orchestra pit, which is perfect for performing light opera and operettas. The stage can accommodate the 80+ members of the Loveland Choral Society as well as smaller touring companies and solo acts. The recently enhanced sound system (including newly installed surround speakers) make for a fun evening watching classic movies. There are several great restaurants within easy walking distance. I invite you to come and experience this great...