The Flato Markham Theatre is a public arts complex located at 171 Town Centre Boulevard in the city of Markham, Ontario, Canada.
| Flato Markham Theatre | |
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| Former names | Markham Theatre for the Performing Arts |
| Alternative names | Markham Theatre |
| General information | |
| Type | Arts complex |
| Architectural style | Modern |
| Address | 171 Town Centre Boulevard |
| Town or city | Markham, Ontario |
| Country | Canada |
| Coordinates | 43°51′30″N 79°20′12″W / 43.85833°N 79.33667°W |
| Current tenants | Markham Little Theatre, Markham Concert Band |
| Construction started | 1983 |
| Completed | 1985 |
| Inaugurated | 1985 |
| Owner | City of Markham |
| Other information | |
| Seating type | Auditorium |
| Seating capacity | 527 |
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| Flato Markham Theatre | |
The theatre initially opened in 1985 for local and school based productions. The theatre is best known for its performances in performing arts and drama.[1]
The theatre is owned and operated by the City of Markham. The name of the venue changed from Markham Theatre to Flato Markham Theatre when FLATO Developments acquired naming rights in April 2012.[2]
Facilities edit
- 527-seat house
- Auditorium
- Multiple rooms and lounges
- Multi-level lobby with a capacity of 500 patrons
- Rehearsal hall
References edit
- ^ "Markham Theatre for the Performing Arts". Community Information and Volunteer Centre - York Region. Archived from the original on November 2, 2012.
- ^ "Markham developer buys theatre naming rights". Markham Economist & Sun. 4 April 2012. Retrieved March 25, 2017.
Flato Developments, a Markham-based residential builder, sealed exclusive naming rights for the theatre with town council
External links edit
Media related to Markham Theatre at Wikimedia Commons