This early movie theatre was once located in what is now known as Winnipeg’s “Confusion Corner”. Designed and built by confectioner Jonas Jonasson in 1912, who lived next door, the theatre closed around 1924. The building was used by the Salvation Army before being demolished.
Postcard view of Fort Rouge Theatre (circa 1913)
Source: Rob McInnesSite Coordinates (lat/long): N49.87456, W97.14178
denoted by symbol on the map above
City of Winnipeg Building Permit 2382/1912, City of Winnipeg Archives.
“Salvation Army notes,” Manitoba Free Press, 8 November 1924, page 31.
This page was prepared by Rob McInnes, Russ Gourluck, Nathan Kramer, and Gordon Goldsborough.
Page revised: 12 March 2022
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