The Big Rapids Theater continues to make progress towards its re-opening on downtown Michigan Avenue.

According to Jordan Stancil, the location now has fixed many of its mechanical issues, including the plumbing, roof, and heating system. He also expects the theater to open by March of 2026.

"The theater will open with two screens until about mid-August," Stancil said. "Then, (former) auditoriums one and two will be combined and re-oriented to create a larger auditorium."

In a recent Facebook post, Big Rapids Theater will be installing premium seats by Irwin Seating of Grand Rapids. The will be one of only two in the country with the "newest luxury model seating."

Stancil purchased the theater back in June 2025. The theater has been closed since March 2020.