The Embassy Theatre is excited to announce five events in 2026 celebrating the historic Grande Page pipe organ.
Embassy Theatre news release:
Embassy Announces Buddy Nolan Memorial Concert and Black & White Silent Film Series
Tickets Available NowFort Wayne, Indiana (June 11, 2026) – The Embassy Theatre is excited to announce five events in 2026 celebrating the historic Grande Page pipe organ. Whether featured in a solo concert or accompanying classic silent films, the Grande Page will be showcased by talented organists who bring its music and sound effects to life.
The Grande Page events are as follows:
- Sunday, July 12, 3 p.m. The General (1926) with organist Dennis Scott
- Sunday, July 19, 3 p.m. Buddy Nolan Memorial Concert with organist Richard Hills
- Sunday, July 26, 3 p.m. For Heaven’s Sake with organist Mark Herman
- Sunday, August 9, 3 p.m. The Scarlet Letter with organist Cletus Goens
- Sunday, August 30, 3 p.m. Flesh and the Devil with organist Cletus Goens
The Grande Page Theater Pipe Organ, installed in 1928, is one of only four organs built of its kind. Its versatile tones bring silent films to life by emulating multiple instruments and recognizable sounds such as sirens, train whistles, and chirping birds.
The Buddy Nolan Memorial Concert honors longtime Embassy organist and volunteer Buddy Nolan and his many contributions to the Embassy Theatre and Grande Page Theater Pipe Organ program.
TICKETING INFORMATION
Buddy Nolan Memorial Concert
Free for Embassy members, guests ages 12 and under, and adults 65 and older. Tickets are $10 for all other guests. Free and paid tickets are available through the STAR Bank Box Office at the Embassy.Black & White Silent Film Series
Free for Embassy members. Tickets are $5 for guests ages 12 and under and adults 65 and older; $10 for all other guests. Free and paid tickets are available through the STAR Bank Box Office at the Embassy.For more information, visit https://fwembassytheatre.org/events/grande-page-organ-shows
About the Embassy Theatre
Built in 1928, the Embassy Theatre is Indiana’s largest self-sustaining historic theater. Originally known as the Emboyd, with the adjoining seven-story Indiana Hotel, the majestic movie palace and vaudeville theater introduced Indiana to the biggest stars of stage and screen. Today, the Embassy is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Combining the beauty of a bygone era with the energy and diversity of today’s performers, the Embassy is the showplace of Northern Indiana. Many choose to host events and weddings at the Embassy, as it offers flexibility and a unique event experience in an iconic piece of Fort Wayne history. Visit the Embassy at www.fwembassytheatre.org for more information.
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