As the Egyptian Theatre in Park City, Utah, approaches its centennial milestone, celebrations are already underway to honor its storied history and vibrant future. Established in 1926, the theater has long been a cornerstone of the local arts community, hosting a wide array of performances, from live music to theatrical productions. Randy Barton, the theatre's manager and director, expressed enthusiasm about the anniversary celebrations, stating, “We started last month a day after Christmas with a run of Park City Cirque shows presented by the Great DuBois. That’s a new show that we hope will become a yearly tradition.” Last weekend, the festivities kicked off with a performance by two-time Grammy Award-winning singer Sheena Easton, delighting audiences with her timeless hits. Following this, the blues-rock band The Record Company is set to take the stage for three nights, marking a significant way to launch the year-long celebration. Barton noted, “That’s a big way to kick things off. We’re also looking ahead to Fitz and the Tantrums and KT Tunstall, as well as others, because we’re working to add more throughout the year.” In a notable shift for the venue, this year marks the first time since the Sundance Film Festival began in 1981 that the Egyptian Theatre will not serve as a film venue. However, Barton assures that the theater will continue to participate in festival programming, stating, “We will be true to ourselves and present live performances during the evening and host a panel discussion that will be announced soon.” The theatre has partnered with the Sundance Institute to host a panel discussion, demonstrating its commitment to maintaining a presence during the festival despite the absence of film screenings. The Egyptian Theatre will host two live performances during the Sundance Film Festival: the eclectic band Devotchka from January 23-25 and comedian Bill Engvall from January 29 to February 1. Barton highlighted Devotchka’s connection to the festival, stating, “Devotchka, who did the music to the Sundance film ‘Little Miss Sunshine,’ is coming back with that film as part of the Park City Legacy series tribute.” Engvall's participation is particularly exciting for the local community, as he resides in Park City. Barton remarked, “Bill is the biggest act we’ve ever had, and he’s agreed to give us four nights during the second week of Sundance.” Looking ahead, Barton shared his vision for the year-long celebration, which includes a major event during Miners Day weekend in September. “The idea is to invite the whole town to City Park for a party the day before Miners Day,” he explained. To commemorate the theater’s rich history, signs will denote the decades of the Egyptian Theatre from the 1920s through the present throughout the park. “Whether you’re a family who moved in or a business that started during one of the decades, we’ll honor you and have you stand by the corresponding signs,” Barton added. This community-centric event aims to create a sense of connection between the theater and the local populace. The Egyptian Theatre will also celebrate the 45th anniversary of the Park City Players, an ensemble that called the venue home during the 1970s, on October 10. Barton mentioned, “We’re still working on scheduling some big and special guests for that night.” The year-long celebration will culminate in a grand birthday bash on Christmas Day, the official date of the theater's opening in 1926. Barton confirmed, “So, we’re planning a big birthday bash that we’ll announce later.” The Egyptian Theatre’s schedule is packed with performances ranging from live music to theatrical productions, ensuring that there are events for everyone throughout the year. Highlights include: **January**: The Ocean Blue (January 16-18), Teen Conservatory: “A Chorus Line” (January 17), Devotchka (January 23-25), Bill Engvall (January 29-February 1). **February**: Fitz and the Tantrums (February 4-7), Sister Hazel (February 12-14), Ziegfeld Theater Company: “Cabaret” (February 18-22), Mason Jennings (February 27-28). **March**: Devon Allman’s Blues Summit (March 1), KT Tunstall (March 4-7), American Crossroads Theatre: “Dirty Rotten Scoundrels — The Musical” (March 11-15), 10,000 Maniacs (March 19-22), Red Hot Chilli Pipers (March 27-29). **April**: Ruthie Foster (April 2-4), Ziegfeld Theater Company: “The Prom” (April 8-12). **May**: Pablo Cruise (May 7-9), An Evening with Iris Dement (May 21-23), Keller Williams & The Keels (May 28-30). **June**: Ziegfeld Theater Company: “Something Rotten!” (June 3-7). **July**: Ziegfeld Theater Company: “Frozen — The Live Musical” (July 8-12), Russell Thompkins Jr. and The New Stylistics (July 15-18). **August**: Pure Prairie League (August 28-30). For those interested in attending these events or learning more about the Egyptian Theatre's rich history, additional information can be found at parkcityshows.com. As the Egyptian Theatre embarks on its second century, it continues to serve as a vital cultural hub, bringing the community together through the magic of live performances and celebrations of art.