The Florida Theatre emerged out of its $8 million, months-long renovation Friday evening with a ribbon cutting that included Mayor Donna Deegan.
Dozens of dignitaries and invited patrons partook of the three open bars and hors d’oeuvres while walking through all three floors of the theatre, examining the decorative artwork throughout the nearly century-old structure.
“As of today, over the last six years, we have raised and spent $16.9 million, more than three times what people said was possible to improve this beautiful building,” said Florida Theatre President Numa Saisselin. “And, it was a team sport. All of you are here tonight because you had something to do with getting us to tonight.”
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