Usher's Corner
We love all of our Cap ushers, and we know you do, too! Here’s a page celebrating them and allowing you to get to know these wonderful people better.
Cardamone Patrick
- How long have you been with The Cap? Since Disco Biscuits February 1, 2019
- What was your favorite show? One of my favorite shows was the Neal Casal Tribute show on 9/25/19. He was a great musician and saw him many times...all his friends showed up to play for the tribute.
- What is your favorite thing about Ushering at The Cap? Working at the Capitol Theatre is a dream, thanks to the electric energy of the music, the warmth of our patrons, and the incredible team of people I’m lucky enough to call my colleagues.
Tammy Tayman
- How long have you been with The Cap? Since September, 2016
- What was your favorite show? There are so many! It’s impossible to pick just one!
- What is your favorite thing about Ushering at The Cap? The Cap is such a special and historical venue to be a part of. I love being a member of the Cap family, and meeting the patrons. Especially the first timers. And of course getting to see way more music than if I didn’t usher!
Eric Gray
- How long have you been with The Cap? 5 years
- What was your favorite show? My favorite show at The Capitol Theatre was Goose on April 7, 2024. I had never even heard of them going in, and by the end of the night they were one of my favorite bands. That kind of unexpected discovery, especially in a venue like this, is hard to beat.
- What is your favorite thing about Ushering at The Cap? I always enjoy the music, even when I don’t know the band going in. Watching a crowd lose themselves in it never gets old. And being part of a venue with that kind of history, where so many great artists have played, makes it even better.
Suzanne Welch
- How long have you been with The Cap? 5 years
- What was your favorite show? Only one?? Capitol Sessions, Black Crowes, Roger Daltrey, Joe Perry Project.
- What is your favorite thing about Ushering at The Cap? Music is transformative, and whether I love the band that night or not, feeling the shared collective energy of the band with our guests is an energy that just feels really good. Working at The Cap has broadened my musical tastes to a wider spectrum, and have met many awesome like-minded folks...love it! 🤘
Dina Calabrese
- How long have you been with The Cap? 14 years
- What was your favorite show? Too many to choose from, but some are: Chris Isaak, Avett Brothers, Chicago, Decemberists, Rodrigo y Gabriela, Chris Cornell, Cage the Elephant, Guster, Andrew Bird, Beth Hart, and that's just the beginning.
- What is your favorite thing about Ushering at The Cap? Seeing my favorite bands and new artists in my own backyard, interacting with the guests, the light shows on the walls, and we also have a GREAT group of ushers!! Growing up in PC I am happy to be part of the venue.
Matt Lagle
- How long have you been with The Cap? Since 2017
- What was your favorite show? Multiple shows from Phil Lesh and all his Friends, because he had so many of them. Plus Tedeschi Trucks, Wilco, Umphrey's and String Cheese.
- What is your favorite thing about Ushering at The Cap? Spending time with like minded people who love and appreciate live music and the bonding and sense of community that live music can inspire. I've played guitar and jammed with like minded folks for over 50 years, so hearing great music at the Cap is very inspiring. I feel very lucky to have met my fellow ushers who are a wonderful mix of similarly avid music fans.
Mike Govan
- How long have you been with The Cap? 5 years
- What was your favorite show? Any Phil Quad show. Why? For the joy of watching great creative music😎
- What is your favorite thing about Ushering at The Cap? The folks we serve. Always the smiles and vibes.
Marshall Toppo
- How long have you been with The Cap? 14 years
- What was your favorite show? Just one? I'll go with Pat Metheny...a personal favorite artist. He and his band tore it up!
- What is your favorite thing about Ushering at The Cap? Seeing all the great music and shows here...meeting people and talking about the theater.
Marc Solomon
- How long have you been with The Cap? 13 years
- What was your favorite show? Steely Dan. Was always a big fan of this band
- What is your favorite thing about Ushering at The Cap? The people- fellow workers, fans. Also, of course the music!
Jeff Leviton
- How long have you been with The Cap? 3 years
- What was your favorite show? The Rolling Stones because they have been my favorite band since the late sixties.
- What is your favorite thing about Ushering at The Cap? The interaction with customers. The Cap is a magical place-love walking through the doors!
Amanda M.
- How long have you been with The Cap? 14 years
- What was your favorite show? Way too many to choose but a few top contenders are Further, My Morning Jacket, Robert Plant, Tedeschi Trucks Band, Chris Cornell, Mudcrutch, Neil Young, The Flaming Lips, Phil Lesh & Friends w/ Anders Osborne & Luther Dickenson. The variety of genres & wide scope of artists that grace the stage at The Cap make every show a favorite to someone!
- What is your favorite thing about Ushering at The Cap? The Cap is a glorious venue that has brought countless artists, performing amazing shows, to its legendary stage. Just walking through the doors brings a smile to my face! Working as an Usher gives me an opportunity to help provide a world class concert experience to patrons from all walks of life. I love my job & am so proud to be part of The Capitol Theatre Family!
Charlie M.
- How long have you been with The Cap? Since September, 2012
- What was your favorite show? With so many great shows here are some, Tedeschi Trucks Band, Neil Young, Robert Plant, My Morning Jacket, John Prine, Al Green, Chris Cornell, Hot Tuna Electric with Leon Russell, Joe Russo's Almost Dead and Phil Lesh and Friends especially on Philoween!!!
- What is your favorite thing about Ushering at The Cap? Because I love live music and we have some of the best acts on the planet, it is also fun to interact with the patrons and I have met so many great music fans at the Cap....The Cap is a world class venue a beautiful theatre with great sound and lighting and it is in our back yard and it has a long history of Rock N Roll to back it up.