Prince Edward County’s Regent Theatre has launched a major fundraising campaign to make improvements to the heritage theatre in Picton.
The “Raise the Curtain” campaign is an initiative aiming to welcome audiences back into the theatre after their closure due to the pandemic.
But in order to do that, some urgent and significant safety and accessibility upgrades are needed including; a new fire curtain, HVAC units, roof repairs, and accessibility updates to the bar/concession area, seating and exits.
With the Municipality of Prince Edward County’s $40,000 investment, the Regent team is pursuing a new hybrid programming model. Those funds have been identified to update the theatre equipment so that live shows can be partnered with local partners such as the Mustang Drive-In, and shared with patrons in their homes via live streaming.
In order to make the safety and accessibility changes, the Regent’s campaign target of $250,000 has been set so that audiences can be assured of a safe and comfortable experience in the theatre which is a Prince Edward County landmark.
The theatre has also received a $20,000 donation from two local patrons, Bob McKittrick and Elyse Graff.
Donations can be made directly by reaching out to the Canada Helps campaign page, or by sending a cheque to The Regent Theatre Foundation directly at 224 Main St Picton, ON K0K 2T0.
