Broadway Theatre Inc. Information

The Broadway Theatre offers a unique product as one of only 7 film houses remaining in Canada that feature domestic and foreign independent and repertory product. There is only one other similar theatre in Saskatchewan: the Regina Public Library (a city-owned facility which seats only 109 & room for 5 wheelchairs). The Broadway Theatre already has regional and national recognition for its active participation in Canada's burgeoning film industry; further, it has an important role to play in the development of Saskatchewan and Canadian film:As a result of our varied programming, our audience has a keen appreciation for quality international film, a key ingredient in the development of the Saskatchewan motion picture industry as it attempts to develop globally as well as within the North American market. The Theatre has established a strong relationship with the distributors of Canadian film which is important for the promotion of the Saskatchewan film and television industry and for its connection to national and international product, producers, and distributors. Likewise, the Theatre's ability to present commercial screening opportunities for both Saskatchewan and Canadian feature films and the resulting research and development benefits to Saskatchewan filmmakers and producers are essential services provided by the Theatre. The Broadway Theatre fills a niche by providing a consistent and independent venue for provincial, regional, national, and even international festivals of film (most mainstream facilities are tied to North American distributors; 95% of films shown in Canada are American). A strong film industry has important economic benefits; it also contributes to the building of a strong Canadian national identity, vital in an environment largely dominated by American Hollywood product. Support for the Theatre means support for a unique bastion of Canadian culture.