Summary
Dozens of passionate residents urged the city council to intervene in the pending sale of the historic El Campanile Theater to a private church group. Community members questioned the legality of the 2003 and 2023 transfers and asked the city to explore historical preservation or legal injunctions to keep the venue operating as a public performing arts center.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 14
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 22, 2026.
Impact analysis
The theater previously received substantial public redevelopment funds ($750,000) and grant monies for restoration.
The prospective church congregation seeking a home for worship.
Local arts organizations, youth performers, downtown merchants, and residents who value RiverTown cultural events.
Mentions & discussions (8)
Campanil Theatre Update: Shows Run Until November 30th
ANTIOCH, Calif., — The El Campanil Theatre Preservation Foundation (ECTPF) has been served with a 60-day notice from the attorney representing the new owners terminating our tenancy. These owners made… The post Campanil Theatre Update: Shows Run Unt...
El Campanil Theatre Sold to Legendary Movement Church
Over the weekend, the Legendary Movement Church announced they are the new owners of the El Campanil Theatre. In a video posted online, Lead Pastor Eli Herrera shared it was… The post El Campanil Theatre Sold to Legendary Movement Church appeared fir...
City Council (Regular) - Sep 22, 2026
Residents and community leaders voiced deep concern over the impending sale of the historic El Campanile Theater, urging the city to intervene, explore historical landmark designation, or place backup offers to preserve the venue as a vital cultural space.
City Council (Regular) - Sep 8, 2026
Dozens of passionate residents urged the city council to intervene in the pending sale of the historic El Campanile Theater to a private church group. Community members questioned the legality of the 2003 and 2023 transfers and asked the city to explore historical preservation or legal injunctions to keep the venue operating as a public performing arts center.
City of Antioch had ample funds to purchase El Campanil Theatre in 2023 and this year, spoke to owner before sale | Antioch Herald
Screenshot of El Campanil Theatre building listing on realty.com 9/2/26. But wasn’t placed on council meeting agenda for discussion and vote Council voted unanimously both times to just receive and file annual ...
Antioch Council hears earful from public upset with El Campanil Theatre sale | Antioch Herald
Residents almost filled the seats in the Council Chambers during last Tuesday’s Antioch City Council meeting with 18 of them speaking about the sale of the El Campanil Theatre. Sources: (left) Video screenshot....
Former El Campanil Theatre leader asks church to reconsider purchase | Antioch Herald
Rick Carreher in a 2021 photo the year he stepped down as executive director of the theatre. Photos courtesy of El Campanil Theatre Preservation Foundation And for City to be ready to step in September 10, 202...
Former El Campanil Theatre leader says they tried to get City to take over building or form partnership before 2023 sale | Antioch Herald
Photo source: El Campanil Theatre Carraher says he worked to fulfill 2001 Board vote and 2003 commitment to City Council Yet, all but two on city council, staff, and other theater board and staff in 2022 or 202...
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