Article: D.C.'s downtown lights up with Warner Theatre's revival. (Washington, D.C.)(City Ideas That Work)

The reopening of the historical Warner Theatre in Washington, D.C. is expected to provide more than a better entertainment atmosphere for theatre goers. The city hopes it will kick in an economic boost as part of the revitalization efforts of Downtown.

The Warner Theatre renovation project began with a $4 million Urban Development Action Grant received by the District of Columbia from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Those funds have since been phased out by HUD. The District of Columbia, through its Office of Economic Development, then loaned the grant money to the Kaempfer Company to develop and renovate the 2,000 seat theatre. The ...

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