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Empress Theatre Revival Moves Forward | Canada News
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- Jul 13, 2026
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Summary
After decades of dormancy, the iconic Empress Theatre is finally getting a fresh start—set to be demolished except for its stunning Egyptian Revival facade, transforming it into an open-air community space by early 2027. Though the first contract ballooned nearly double the original estimate due to demolition complexities and contamination concerns, officials remain confident the project will stay on budget. Nearby businesses, however, are bracing for disruption—noise, dust, and limited access have them anxious, with little direct communication from the borough. The mayor promises to meet with local owners to ease concerns, balancing big dreams with real-world impacts. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/55ca72609c4fcae2