Since 2014, actor Mark Herrier and many other Lompoc arts advocates have been on a quest to raise $7.5 million to renovate the Lompoc Theatre, which sits in the center of town but has been closed for more than two decades. Earlier this year, Herrier — who acted in the Porky’s films of the 1980s as well as many television series, including recent roles in Bosch — was named the first executive director of The Lompoc Theatre Project after seven years as board president.
“I grew up going to that theater, and the movies I saw there inspired me to follow my dreams to have a career in the movies, stage, and TV,” he said. “Our goal is to provide that inspiration to the next generation of kids who only need the place to go. It is the game changer our town needs, a place to create and gather, in the heart of the city.”
On March 26, 6-8:30 p.m., the project’s Facebook page will host a telethon to raise more money for the cause. They’d love to have the theater ready to go by its 100-year anniversary, though recognize that still may be a lofty goal.