WHEREAS, The World Theatre Institute in 1961 designated March 27th to be celebrated around the world every year as World Theatre Day; and
WHEREAS, World Theatre Day serves to inform governments, politicians, institutions, and stakeholders around the world about the value of theatre to the people and its potential and actual contribution to economic growth and development; and
WHEREAS, The Town of Collingwood and residents of South Georgian Bay have a rich history of support for the artists who create and present live theatre and recognize the importance of live theatre in enriching our lives, educating, entertaining and enlightening; and
WHEREAS, Theatre is an opportunity for self-expression, exploration, and connection and;
WHEREAS, In 2024 Theatre Collingwood celebrates their 40th anniversary of bringing professional theatre to the South Georgian Bay region.
NOW THEREFORE, I, Yvonne Hamlin, Mayor of the Town of Collingwood,
DO HEREBY PROCLAIM March 27th, 2024 as “World Theatre Day” in the Town of Collingwood.
Dated this 27th day of March 2024.