Cape Breton-Canso MP Rodger Cuzner announced $1.95 million in federal funding for the Savoy Theatre today.
And Glace Bay MLA and Business Minister Geoff MacLellan unveiled $980,000 in funding from the province.
The pair says the money will be used to make major upgrades at the Glace Bay landmark.
Besides renovations to the building, upgrades will also be made to the theatre’s sound and lighting equipment.