Cape Girardeau Public School Foundation

As a 1962 graduate, Rich Kinder has fond memories of Cape Central High School. In 2011, the Kinder Foundation provided a $1 million grant to enhance the school’s auditorium, which was already in the design phase, allowing for the addition of a balcony and other improvements.

Exterior of the Richard D. Kinder Performance Hall in Cape Girardeau, Missouri.

The stage in the Richard D. Kinder Performance Hall is set for a performance of Charlotte's Web in October 2018.

Students perform Charlotte's Web in the Richard D. Kinder Performance Hall in October 2018.

The Richard D. Kinder Performance Hall opened in February 2013 as a venue for musical theater, plays, and band performances, as well as award ceremonies, debate competitions and school assemblies.

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News & Press

October 28, 2013 Richard D. Kinder Performance Hall recognized for ‘Outstanding Design’ —Southeast Missourian
March 6, 2013 ‘A Dream Come True’: Central orchestra to give first concert in new auditorium Tuesday —Southeast Missourian
January 14, 2013 New Central performance venue taking shape —Southeast Missourian
December 9, 2010 $1 million donation to expand Central High School auditorium —Southeast Missourian