Our Partners
OTJ Architects is one of the best of the best when it comes to restoring historic theatres. They are nationally recognized for their work in the arts, culture, and education sectors. OTJ has renovated and preserved over 200 historic theaters, breathing new life into community icons that have fallen into disrepair. OTJ is based in Washington, DC, with offices in Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Miami, NYC, San Diego, and San Francisco.
We are most excited about OTJ’s work in Texas, particularly their restoration work on The Plaza Theatre in El Paso. The Plaza was originally designed by the same architect as The Ritz, W. Scott Dunne. We are grateful for the successful restoration completed on The Plaza, which will give valuable insight into how to bring The Ritz back to its 1929 glory.
OTJ Architects
Schuler Shook
Recognized for their expertise in lighting design, theatre planning, and audio and video design, it’s Schuler Shook’s ability to connect that sets projects up for success.
Lundy & Franke Engineering, Inc., is an experienced structural engineering firm that primarily works in and around the San Antonio region. The Firm also has experience working on structural design throughout the United States, Mexico, Saudi Arabia, and Puerto Rico.
Lundy & Franke Engineering
Cleary Zimmermann Engineers
Cleary Zimmermann Engineers, LLC is a consulting engineering firm specializing in Building MEP (mechanical, electrical, and plumbing), Industrial MEP, Commissioning, and Water/Wastewater services.
EverGreene Architectural Arts is the leading specialty contractor for restoration and preservation of historic architecture and art in North America. They have contributed to the restoration and preservation of many of our country’s most significant and iconic masterpieces. From surveys and condition assessments to conceptual planning and design to the implementation of large-scale restoration efforts, we provide custom solutions for complex adaptive reuse and heritage preservation efforts.
EverGreene Architectural Arts
The Ritz Theatre, Inc. conducted a fundraising feasibility and planning study through The Palmer Westport Group to understand the region’s interest, capacity, and inclination to support the project. Informed by the study's findings, PWG produced a systematic fundraising plan that will take place over the next 36 months.
The Palmer Westport Group serves non-profits and arts organizations, large and small, with particular focus capital campaigns for historic restorations and new construction projects.
