Why should you be so excited about digital theatres?
Some say digital gives you a better picture. Some say digital gives you better sound. But we’re excited about better choices! If all goes to plan, our new theatre will have a fully digital projection system. This means 3-D (which … Continue reading
How does your business plan justify the viability of 3 screens in such a small city?
Our research of other theatres in similar size towns across BC showed us that multiple screens make the theatre FAR more viable for a number of reasons, the most relevant is flexibility: Film distributors demand that some major films must … Continue reading
What has to happen before the theatre is open?
On November 5th, the City of Nelson has granted approval to NCTS to have full access to the theatre while we enter lease negotiations. Our primary focus now is recruiting additional volunteers to assist our team in clean up, publicity, … Continue reading
What condition is the theatre in?
One of the reasons we proposed a more complete feasibility study is because there are many unknowns about the building and the potential costs to renovate. Right now, the lobby and concession areas are torn apart, the seats have been … Continue reading
If NCTS is successful, when can we see films?
At this point our opening date depends entirely on the success of our fundraising drive, and the number of volunteers that sign up to help us out with many of the clean up and publicity projects we have. The initial … Continue reading
If the theatre isn’t open yet, what is my membership money for?
NCTS will use money collected in this initial drive to pay for outside consultants to further our feasibility study, and to address costs associated with preparation of the business plan, as well as the costs of running the Society. The … Continue reading
Will reopening the Civic Theatre cost the City or taxpayers money?
NCTS will raise funds or secure financing necessary to re-open the doors through sources that include community fundraising, grants from government and corporations, and in-kind donations. These are existing funding programs with annual budgets earmarked for projects such as this … Continue reading
How will re-opening the Civic Theatre benefit Nelson?
The more than 4,000 signatures of people who support re-opening the theatre collected in our initial survey suggest direct benefit for anyone who enjoys watching movies, satellite feed sports and cultural events on the big screen, and other stage and … Continue reading
Is it true that movie theatres are becoming obsolete?
According to the Motion Picture Association of America, there has been slow but steady growth in box office revenues since 1980. Numbers are up almost 20% in the beginning of 2012 compared to 2010. Our research into Canadian independent theatres, … Continue reading
Where can I find out more about the plans of NCTS?
Right here! www.civictheatre.ca, where you can read our proposal, learn about our vision, meet our board of directors, subscribe to our newsletter, take an online poll, and buy a membership!
How can I help?
First, buy a membership! Encourage your friends to buy memberships. You can also: Donate money. Donations in excess of $100 can work to benefit the project now, or be held in trust pending City approval, and these serve to demonstrate … Continue reading
