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Historic Rock Island Argus building gets new life as the District Theatre

The old Rock Island Argus building is under renovations and in a few months it will be used to entertain people.

A historic building in Rock Island is getting a new purpose. The old Rock Island Argus building is under renovations and in a few months it will be used to entertain people.

Its been Tristan Tapscott's dream for a while to open a theater. The actor who's been around the Rock Island theater scene wants to be on the other side.

"It's kind of thrilling and almost surreal some days to like know that this is happening," said Tapscott.

The building will house live theater and, while it's not the first in the district, Tapscott says people can expect the skits to be a little edgier with an intimate feel.

"It's what I like to call living room theater. Its couches, recliners, things like that," said Tapscott.

Finding the right location was important to Tapscott, who said, "I walked in for the first time and said we don`t need to discuss it any longer. This is where we need to be."

The building has its own history, and was built back in 1851. Tapscott says he doesn't plan on changing much, and is even keeping the Argus name on the front of the building.

The District Theatre will have its grand opening in August 2015.

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