Palm Springs Cultural Center

What Palm Springs Cultural Center does

The Palm Springs Cultural Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit cultural organization (Federal ID 55-0914693) founded in 2007 by Ric and Rozene Supple and headquartered at 2300 East Baristo Road, Palm Springs, California. It operates the Historic Camelot Theatres — a three-screen cinema complex with bar, restaurant, and the VIP Lounge performance venue — that the Supples gifted to the center in 2017. The organization's core programming comprises specialty and independent film screenings (including the Cinema Diverse LGBTQ+ Film Festival, Hitchcock and Elizabeth Taylor retrospectives, and Screwball Sundays), live theatre (via resident company The Bent), a Broadway concert series titled Broadway's Best in the West, VIP Lounge live music and cabaret, weekly Certified Farmers Markets and Foodie Fridays, and private-event theatre rentals.

The center runs an event-driven go-to-market model marketed through Eventbrite, Ticketmaster, TicketSpice, and RegFox. Revenue is diversified across one-time ticket sales, recurring Camelot Society memberships, structured sponsorship tiers (Cinema Diverse Executive Producer $15,000 down to Movie Sponsorship $500), Name a Seat seat sponsorships ($275–$350), grants (a dedicated grant writer is on staff), tax-deductible donations, and private venue rentals. Customers are consumers in the Coachella Valley — film enthusiasts, theatre patrons, live music audiences, LGBTQ+ community members, and farmers market shoppers — with corporate sponsors and donors layered in. Programming is supported year-round by hundreds of volunteers, with a lean paid staff including an Executive Director (Michael C. Green), Theatre Manager, PR/Marketing Manager, Grant Writer, Assistant Theatre Manager, Farmers Market Manager, and festival managers.

The organization is governed by a board led by President Michael Green and Secretary Ann Sheffer, with Supple-family representation maintained through Debbie Supple Miller following Ric and Rozene Supple's transition to emeritus status. Strategic partners include Desert Film Society (screening programming since 2002), The Bent (resident theatre, 2019), Deserted Films (archival content), Film Society of Screwball Comedy, and the Palm Springs Public Library. A PSCC Fire Recovery donation campaign indicates a recent operational disruption requiring community-funded remediation.

Name

Palm Springs Cultural Center

Legal name

Palm Springs Cultural Center

Website

https://psculturalcenter.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2007

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

The Palm Springs Cultural Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit operating the Historic Camelot Theatres in Palm Springs, California, presenting independent film, LGBTQ+ cinema, live theatre, Broadway concerts, VIP Lounge music, and weekly farmers markets to Coachella Valley audiences, residents, and visitors.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Performing Arts and Cultural Center

NAICS

Promoters of Performing Arts, Sports, and Similar Events with Facilities (71131), Theater Companies and Dinner Theaters (711110), Museums, Historical Sites, and Similar Institutions (712)

SIC

Services-Motion Picture Theaters (7830), Services-Miscellaneous Amusement & Recreation (7990)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYMPAGABAM

Performing Arts Centers & Presenters (Programming/Booking)

Media, Entertainment & Sports/Live Entertainment & Events (Concerts, Theater, Festivals)/Theater, Broadway & Performing Arts

SECONDARYTHAHAAAG

Performing Arts & Cultural Event Venues (Theaters, Museums)

Travel & Hospitality/MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences & Exhibitions)/Conference & Convention Venues (Convention Centers, Civic Centers)

SECONDARYTHAHAAAB

Conference Centers & Dedicated Meeting Venues

Travel & Hospitality/MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences & Exhibitions)/Conference & Convention Venues (Convention Centers, Civic Centers)

Keywords

• Performing arts venue
• Independent film screenings
• Live theatre productions
• Community farmers market
• Cultural arts programming

Headquarters

HQ city

Palm Springs

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Ticket Sales: Revenue from film screenings, live theatre performances, concerts, cabaret shows, and special events. Tickets sold through Eventbrite, Ticketmaster, and TicketSpice platforms.
2. Membership (Camelot Society): Sustaining membership program providing financial resources and stable base for operations. Members receive exclusive access, recognition, and benefits.
3. Name a Seat Program: Seat sponsorship program for Theatre One (Historic Camelot Theatre) with Platinum seats at $350 and Gold seats at $275. 100% of proceeds dedicated to theatre maintenance and improvement.
4. Donations and Grants: Tax-deductible contributions as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Federal ID 55-0914693. Also receives grant funding through grant writer position.
5. Theatre Rentals: Venue rental for private events, corporate functions, and special occasions. Contact via phone 760-325-2582.
6. Sponsorship Packages: Corporate sponsorship tiers for Cinema Diverse film festival ranging from $500 movie sponsorships to $15,000 Executive Producer level with premium marketing placement and event access.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Palm Springs Cultural Center operates a multi-venue performing arts and cinema complex anchored by the Historic Camelot Theatre and VIP Lounge in Palm Springs, California. It presents film screenings, film festivals, retrospectives, live theatre productions, cabaret and Broadway concert series, live music, certified farmers markets, and food events. Programming is supported by a sustaining membership program, corporate sponsorships, and venue rentals.

Product overview

The Palm Springs Cultural Center is a multi-venue arts complex offering a diverse portfolio of cultural programs centered around cinema, live theatre, live music/concerts, and community markets. The core venue is the Historic Camelot Theatre, which hosts film screenings (including Cinema Diverse LGBTQ+ Film Festival, Screwball Sundays, and various retrospectives), Broadway concert series (Broadway's Best...In The West), live theatre productions (via resident company The Bent), and live music/cabaret in the VIP Lounge. The center also operates farmers markets and food events (Foodie Fridays, Certified Farmers Markets) as community programs. Additional offerings include theatre rentals, membership programs (Camelot Society), and the Name a Seat program for donor recognition. The organization functions as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit cultural hub in Palm Springs, California.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Cinema Diverse: The Palm Springs LGBTQ+ Film Festival - an annual film festival celebrating LGBTQ+ cinema and storytelling.
• Desert Film Society

Products and services

• Cinema Diverse Film Festival

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• The BentcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Resident LGBTQ+ theatre company at the Palm Springs Cultural Center known for fearless, inclusive storytelling. Produces bold new plays and acclaimed local productions including productions of Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, Dada Woof Papa Hot, Jeffrey, and Mother Play.
• Desert Film SocietycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2002Desert Film Society promotes appreciation of film in the Coachella Valley by providing members opportunities to view art, international and cutting-edge independent cinema. Has presented one-time screenings of award-winning films from global festivals since 2002. Holds regular Saturday morning screenings at the Palm Springs Cultural Center.
• Desert Ensemble TheatreminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTheatre residency at the Cultural Center that concluded over a decade of award-winning productions with a final season, marking the end of their tenure at the venue.
• Palm Springs Public LibraryminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCommunity partner for the Where Were You in 1976 Bicentennial Film Series, collaborating on free family-friendly matinee screenings and supporting Deserted Films mission to digitize local home movies.
• Deserted FilmsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNonprofit focused on digitizing home movies shot in and around the Coachella Valley. Presents special bicentennial-era pre-shows before feature films including special home movie footage and archival content.
• Film Society of Screwball ComedyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvides live introductions and Film Q+A sessions for Screwball Sundays comedy film series featuring classic screwball comedies with expert commentary.
• Palm Springs LifeminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal lifestyle publication providing press coverage for Cinema Diverse Film Festival including anniversary celebrations and feature articles on festival programming.
• Palm Springs International Film FestivalminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Supples were among founders of Palm Springs International Film Festival, representing a historical connection to the broader film festival community in the Coachella Valley.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• The Frida Cinema: Non-profit independent art-house cinema in Santa Ana, CA offering curated film screenings, festivals, and cultural events. Directly comparable as a community-supported non-profit cinema with special-event programming and rentals.
• Frameline: San Francisco-based LGBTQ+ media arts organization running an annual LGBTQ+ film festival and year-round screenings. Closely comparable to Cinema Diverse in festival scope and LGBTQ+ cinema focus.
• Coolidge Corner Theatre: Non-profit independent cinema in Brookline, MA hosting film festivals, retrospectives, and live cultural programming. Closely comparable mission and revenue model (tickets, memberships, donations) to the Palm Springs Cultural Center.
• The Egyptian Theatre: Historic restored theatre in Park City, UT hosting Sundance film programming, concerts, and live events. Comparable as a historic, multi-format cultural venue combining cinema and live performance.
• AFI Silver Theatre: Multi-screen cultural cinema in Silver Spring, MD operated by the American Film Institute, presenting independent, international, and classic film programming. Comparable as a multi-screen cultural cinema venue with film-festival and series programming.
• The Loft Cinema: Non-profit independent cinema in Tucson, AZ specializing in independent, foreign, and cult films plus special events. Directly comparable as a non-profit art-house cinema offering curated programming and community events.
• Outfest: Los Angeles-based LGBTQ+ film organization producing an annual film festival and year-round LGBTQ+ cinema programming. Directly comparable to the Cinema Diverse LGBTQ+ Film Festival sub-brand.
• La MaMa Experimental Theatre Club: Legendary non-profit off-off-Broadway theatre in NYC producing experimental and inclusive live performances. Comparable as a non-profit presenting/producing venue with a strong cultural-identity mission.

Broad incumbents

• Segerstrom Center for the Arts: Large multi-venue performing arts center in Costa Mesa, CA presenting Broadway, dance, and music. Comparable category but at significantly larger scale and budget than the Palm Springs Cultural Center.
• The Smith Center for the Performing Arts: Major performing arts center in Las Vegas hosting Broadway tours, concerts, and resident companies. Comparable industry category, but operates at a much larger scale and budget than the subject company.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/CertifiedFarmersMarket

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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