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"Everybody in the country wants to have a Markham Theatre in their community’fi says the consultant who assisted the Town of Markham in building Markham Theatre over 25 years ago. Since open- ing on October 18, 1985, the Theatre has been a bench- mark in the performing arts and the envy of many com- munities throughout Ontario and right across Canada. But what is it that has led to its success? ' Unit» I * N. of 16th Ave.) i I s W dull->9 Patties and Take Out Thank you for making our Grand Opening a successful event. Buy two patties and a canned pop for $250 (Excluding Nestea) The Theatre has always balanced community, edu- cational and professional events. Although it was only a field when built'25 years ago, the Theatre location in the centre of Markham has meant it is perfectly located'for patrons to access from across Markham, York and Durham Regions and Toronto. Since opening its doors, Markham Theatre for Per- forming Arts has been home to an outstanding array of programming for the arts community. The facility was designed and built at the same time as Unionville High School. The York Region District School Board was a partner with the Town of Markham in the initial stages of the design and building project. When the Theatre opened, it started with a staff of 3 The cost to operate the Theatre was estimated in 1982 to be $100,000 annually. The Town of Markham felt that this was a fair investment in the cultural life of the com- munity. With 530 seats, the Theatre was built to meet the needs of a growing community in the 19805. In an ever changing and growing community such as Markham, the demand for the facility continues to increase, reinforcing its position as a thriving hub for the performing arts in our community. And its successes continue... Buy '1 meal and get a 211d meal of equal or lesser value at HALF PRICE noun; 1am Au. warmer.