The Sony Centre For The Performing Arts
On September 7, 2007, Sony Canada and The Board of Directors of the Hummingbird Centre commenced a partnership agreement for the revitalization of the Hummingbird Centre (now renamed the Sony Centre for the Performing Arts). The facility has gone through a complete interior renovation which began in June 2008, which transformed it into a multimedia theatre and concert venue. The 47 year-old building will be outfitted with advanced audio and video products from Sony .
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