Entertainment Destination to Replace Existing
Theatre at Kildonan Place
TORONTO, June 18, 2019 /CNW/ - (TSX: CGX) – Cineplex, one
of Canada's leading entertainment
and media companies, in partnership with Primaris Management Inc.,
today announced plans to open a reimagined entertainment
destination at Kildonan Place in Winnipeg, Manitoba.
Scheduled to open in 2021, the new
complex will replace the existing Famous Players
Kildonan Place Cinemas and offer guests an all-in-one
entertainment experience that includes movies, dining, amusement
games and attractions. The 35,000 square foot space will include a
new, six screen theatre that offers a range of enhanced
movie-watching experiences for guests of all ages, including
UltraAVX™ and luxury recliner seats in each of its auditoriums.
Complementing the movie theatre experience, the new complex will
also feature a large amusement games and attractions area where
kids and grown-ups alike can engage in some friendly competition
and earn points for great prizes. In addition to new and classic
video and redemption games, guests can enjoy unique interactive
experiences as well as virtual reality from VRstudios. An evening
of play is sure to work up an appetite, so guests can also look
forward to a range of dining experiences, including new and
exciting food and beverage options. While movies will continue to
be the core of the offering, Cineplex's new complex at Kildonan
Place will be a true entertainment destination for guests of all
ages.
"Winnipeg movie-lovers have
enjoyed visiting Famous Players Kildonan Place Cinemas for
close to 30 years and today we are excited to announce that a new
entertainment complex will be coming soon for the community to
enjoy," said Ellis Jacob, President
and CEO, Cineplex. "Entertainment is at the heart of everything we
do at Cineplex and this innovative space has been totally
reimagined with our guests front and centre."
"Cineplex's long-term commitment to anchor our major
redevelopment at Kildonan Place shopping centre is exciting news
for both the shopping centre and residents of the community," said
Patrick Sullivan, Chief Operating
Officer, Primaris Management Inc.
Construction of the new complex is scheduled to begin late
next year at 1555 Regent Ave W, but movie-lovers need not worry as
Famous Players Kildonan Place Cinemas will remain open until
construction of the new building is complete. Cineplex currently
operates 165 theatres across Canada, including five theatres and one VIP
Cinemas in Winnipeg. The company
also recently announced a new location of The Rec Room,
Canada's premiere 'Eats &
Entertainment' destination, which is scheduled to open at Seasons
of Tuxedo in late-2019.
About Cineplex
Cineplex (TSX:CGX) is a top-tier
Canadian brand that operates in the Film Entertainment and Content,
Amusement and Leisure, and Media sectors. A leading entertainment
and media company, Cineplex welcomes over 70 million guests
annually through its circuit of theatres and location based
entertainment venues across the country. In addition to being
Canada's largest and most
innovative film exhibitor, Cineplex also operates successful
businesses in digital commerce (CineplexStore.com), food service,
alternative programming (Cineplex Events), cinema media (Cineplex
Media), digital place-based media (Cineplex Digital Media),
amusement solutions (Player One Amusement Group) and an online
esports platform for competitive and passionate gamers
(WorldGaming.com). Additionally, Cineplex operates a location based
entertainment business through Canada's newest destination for 'Eats &
Entertainment' (The Rec Room), and will also be opening new
complexes specially designed for teens and families (Playdium) as
well as exciting new sports and entertainment venues across
Canada (Topgolf). Cineplex is a
joint venture partner in SCENE, Canada's largest entertainment loyalty
program.
Proudly recognized as having one of the country's Most Admired
Corporate Cultures, Cineplex employs approximately 13,000 people in
its offices across Canada and
the United States. To learn more
visit Cineplex.com or download the Cineplex App.
About Primaris Management Inc.
Primaris Management
Inc. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of H&R REIT, responsible for
overseeing its retail portfolio. H&R REIT is one of
Canada's largest real estate
investment trusts with total assets of approximately $14.5 billion at March 31,
2019. H&R REIT has ownership interests in a North
American portfolio of high quality office, retail, industrial and
residential properties comprising over 43 million square feet.
SOURCE Cineplex