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Ruth Bonneville Free Press LOCAL - Pantages funding Photos show the Pantages Playhouse Theatre ahead of the start of its long-anticipated renewal, aimed at restoring the historic building to its former lustre after sitting closed since 2018. Premier Wab Kinew announces $15 million dollar funding to go toward the renewal plans of Pantages Theatre Tuesday. Leaders in the Art’s community at the event included Curt Vossen - WSO Board of Directors, Culture and Heritage Minister Nellie Kennedy, along with Ministers Glen Simard Mike Moroz. May 5th, 2026