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The Milbridge Theatre has been a community icon since 1937. Residents relied on the theatre for entertainment and gathering together. Generations of the region's youth have spent countless weekends of their lives at this theatre engaging in critical social and cultural experiences. Many "firsts" occurred here: first movie, first kiss, first date. Adults and families have relied on the theatre for entertainment and gathering together in this small community where larger social opportunities are sometimes rare and often a distance away.
The nearly 80-
However, a group of determined residents is working to purchase the site and rebuild the structure to restore a much-
Reconstructing the Milbridge Theatre will serve Downeast communities in the vast area between Ellsworth and Eastport. With the recent closing of the Ellsworth movie theatre, residents must travel up to 90 miles to see a first-
The new Milbridge Theatre will not only show movies, but will have a broader operational and business scope to include hosting live performances, local talent, historic and art film, educational programs, and other community events. Importantly, it will provide a venue for the region's youth to develop their artistic and creative interests, gain life and employment skills, and cultivate their sense of civic engagement. A main focus of theatre programming will be on youth involvement in theatre, music, and film; and on providing a real theatre space for use by local schools and youth programs.
Bringing back the Milbridge Theatre will also contribute greatly to our economy. It will create professional jobs and skill-
We are assessing the most appropriate model for operating the theatre going forward, whether non-
This is a large undertaking and trying to do it all at once would be very difficult. That’s why we are breaking it down into more easily achievable segments (phases) while still keeping the overall project in mind. Each phase is designed to provide a successful outcome – a positive step forward with a solid accomplishment we can be proud of -
New technology requires movie theatres to update to digital projection, which can be extremely expensive. However, leasing options are available and our current cost estimates are based on available leasing options.
We're well on the way to making the Milbridge Theatre a reality. To help us meet our fundraising goals, Gateway Milbridge is embarking on a capital campaign. Our website, MilbridgeTheatre.org, provides up-
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