The Foundry Concert Club in Old Brooklyn was hit by burglars Sunday evening, the third time the venue has been targeted in roughly a year. Staff and owners reported a smashed front window, stolen register drawers and a safe taken from the building, and said alarms ultimately chased the suspects off. The club said no one was hurt and that all scheduled shows are still on.
As reported by Cleveland 19, the Foundry's social post said the safe held roughly $1,500 and that additional equipment and other items were vandalized during the break-in. In the message, signed "Rae and The Foundry team," the owners described the incident as yet another strain on a small venue that runs on "razor-thin margins." They added that the club is not starting a GoFundMe, instead asking fans to show up for upcoming shows to help the venue recover.
Foundry’s move and local footprint
The Foundry relocated last year from its longtime Lakewood spot to 4256 Pearl Road in Old Brooklyn and lists upcoming shows and ticketing information on its website. The new space added outdoor and garage areas that the club hoped would support long-term stability, but moving costs and repair bills have stretched resources.
Past incidents and community response
This is not the first time the venue has been targeted. A smashed window and vandalism at the Lakewood location in 2018 prompted a community-organized push to raise repair funds, according to Cleveland Scene. Incidents like that and the latest break-in show how quickly seemingly small costs can pile up for independent rooms that rely on steady ticket sales.
What the club says and next steps
Per Cleveland 19, the Foundry said it will remain open, is replacing damaged items and is looking to invest in stronger security measures. The report did not indicate whether any arrests had been made. The venue said its alarms sent the thieves running and reiterated that the club is intended to be a home for local bands and touring artists.
How to help
The Foundry asked fans to support live music by buying tickets, grabbing a drink and bringing friends. The venue's event page lists shows and ticket links on its website. For those who want to help right away, the owners said attending a show is the fastest way to support the club's recovery and to help fund upgrades that protect the space going forward.
