Abandoned Manitoba: Winnipeg's Palace Theatre.

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    • Subject Terms:
      THEATERS; LANDSCAPES; TELEVISION broadcasting; ARCHITECTURAL design; MOTION pictures
    • Abstract:
      The article focuses on Winnipeg, Manitoba historical theatres, specifically the Palace Theatre, highlighting its construction, vibrant history hosting live entertainment and films, its decline with the advent of television, subsequent closure, and the failed attempts at repurposing it. It delves into the legacy of Max Blankstein, the city's architectural contributions to the theatre landscape, and the changing dynamics in the entertainment industry affecting traditional theatre attendance.