Historic Theatre Revival Efforts in the Prairies

Sunday, May 4, 2025, 9:20 am

Local entrepreneur David Stupnikoff is determined to restore the cherished Princess Theatre, a storied cultural landmark in the Prairies. Driven by nostalgic community memories and deep local passion, plans are underway to breathe new life into this historic venue and spark a broader cultural revival.

calgaryherald.com / Entrepreneurs working to find funds to restore historic theatres across the Prairies

'People come back to visit and they still see the theatre still up and going, and that it's something they want to revisit again to bring back great childhood memories'

citynews.ca / Entrepreneurs working to find funds to restore historic theatres across the Prairies

Not a day goes by that David Stupnikoff doesn’t think about the Princess Theatre. “I drive by it regularly, and I’ve had other friends and people that have visited, and they have such great memories of it,” said Stupnikoff, a courier service owner and show promoter. “People wish it would come…

thestar.com / Entrepreneurs working to find funds to restore historic theatres across the Prairies

EDMONTON - Not a day goes by that David Stupnikoff doesn't think about the Princess Theatre.

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