Please accept this petition from the many people, near and far, who are asking that the Harvard Exit theatre space be preserved in some format reflective of the history of the Harvard Exit and its role in Seattle and Capitol Hill arts and culture.

We understand that the building's infrastructure is in need of a remodel and concur that a bar and cafe/restaurant would be nice additions. However the theatre space has served for many decades as a vital component of cinema arts and culture; especially during events such as SIFF and the LGBT film festival.

Perhaps the theatre could be re-purposed from cinema only to a mixed format of cinema, concerts, readings, dance arts and lectures? This type of venue would weave nicely with the restaurant and bar concept.