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Beth Carper, Press & Media Relations Manager, Florida Theatre
(904) 562-5988 / beth@floridatheatre.com
Jennifer Mikosky, Regional Communications, PNC Bank
(813) 397-9843 / jennifer.mikosky@pnc.com
FLORIDA THEATRE’S VIP MEMBER LOUNGE GETS NEW NAME WITH PNC BANK SPONSORSHIP
JACKSONVILLE, FL (Sept. 15, 2025) –– The Florida Theatre’s exclusive VIP member lounge was renamed the PNC Lounge on Friday, Sept. 12, marking a new collaboration with PNC Bank as the official naming rights sponsor. The 3,000 square foot lounge, located on the second floor of the administrative building, will serve more than 1,600 individual members and over 30 corporate partners who make an annual contribution in support of the nonprofit historic Theatre downtown and its programming.
“We thank PNC Bank for its continued commitment to the Florida Theatre and the nonprofit activities of this organization. Their sponsorship of the PNC Lounge helps underwrite the cost of providing free tickets to Title 1 schools and veterans and reduced rental rates for local nonprofit organizations, among other activities. PNC Bank is a long-time supporter of the North Florida arts community, and we’re thrilled to embark on this partnership as the Florida Theatre approaches its 100th anniversary in 2027,” said Numa Saisselin, president of the Florida Theatre.
The PNC Lounge accommodates over 300 people standing and can also be reconfigured to accommodate 150 people seated at tables, enabling the Theatre to utilize the lounge as an alternate performance space on nights that the Theatre itself is dark. The PNC Lounge will also be rentable for business, civic, and private events.
“The Florida Theatre has been a cornerstone of this community for nearly 100 years, and PNC Bank is proud to add our name to this important chapter in its story,” said Chris Kalin, PNC regional president for North Florida. “The PNC Lounge not only provides an exclusive space to celebrate the venue’s history and those who support it, but also represents our continued commitment to investing in local institutions that enrich the lives of our neighbors and strengthen the communities we serve.”
The VIP member lounge was established in 2022 and was constructed by repurposing the formerly vacant second floor of the Florida Theatre Office Building. Connecting the Theatre to the office building and repurposing the space as a revenue-generating amenity for supporters was the brainchild of Saisselin.
Individual membership starts at $250 a year, and anyone can become a Florida Theatre member at any time on the Theatre’s website: www.floridatheatre.com.
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About PNC Bank
PNC Bank, N.A., is a member of The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. (NYSE: PNC). PNC is one of the largest diversified financial services institutions in the United States, organized around its customers and communities for strong relationships and local delivery of retail and business banking, including a full range of lending products; specialized services for corporations and government entities, including corporate banking, real estate finance, and asset-based lending; wealth management and asset management. For information about PNC, visit www.pnc.com.
About the Florida Theatre
There is something for everyone at the Florida Theatre. From pop, jazz, rock, comedy, country, and blues to ballet, the historic Florida Theatre offers over 200 cultural and entertainment events annually for every taste and age. For tickets, or to learn more about our educational performances for schools, rentals, membership, or the nonprofit corporation that manages this majestic place, please visit us at www.floridatheatre.com.