Flato Markham Theatre

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Flato Markham Theatre
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Flato Markham Theatre
Former namesMarkham Theatre for the Performing Arts
Alternative namesMarkham Theatre
General information
Type Arts complex
Architectural styleModern
Address171 Town Centre Boulevard
Town or city Markham, Ontario
CountryCanada
Coordinates 43°51′30″N79°20′12″W / 43.85833°N 79.33667°W / 43.85833; -79.33667 Coordinates: 43°51′30″N79°20′12″W / 43.85833°N 79.33667°W / 43.85833; -79.33667
Current tenantsMarkham Little Theatre, Markham Concert Band
Construction started1983
Completed1985
Inaugurated1985
OwnerCity of Markham
Other information
Seating typeAuditorium
Seating capacity527
Website
Flato Markham Theatre

The Flato Markham Theatre is a public arts complex located at 171 Town Centre Boulevard in the city of Markham, Ontario, Canada.

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FLATO Markham Theatre at night MarkhamTheatre2.jpg
FLATO Markham Theatre at night

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

Entrance to the complex. MarkhamTheatre6.jpg
Entrance to the complex.

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References

  1. "Markham Theatre for the Performing Arts". Community Information and Volunteer Centre - York Region. Archived from the original on November 2, 2012.
  2. "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

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