Designed by the Winnipeg architectural firm of Smith Carter and Katelnikoff, and constructed between 1951 and 1952, Rainbow Stage in Kildonan Park gets the name from its semi-circular shape. A dome over the theatre was added in 1970.
A laminated timber arch at the site is a replica of one that supported the original roof over the old stage, from 1954 until it was replaced in 1986. A commemorative plaque was dedicated at a ceremony on 22 June 1988.
Postcard view of Rainbow Stage (no date)
Source: Gordon Goldsborough, 2021-0065
Rainbow Stage (September 2018)
Source: George Penner
Rainbow Stage (July 2021)
Source: George Penner
Rainbow Stage (August 2024)
Source: Gordon Goldsborough
Rainbow Stage replica arch (December 2018)
Source: George Penner
Rainbow Stage commemorative plaque (2010)
Source: Gordon GoldsboroughSite Coordinates (lat/long): N49.94152, W97.10003
denoted by symbol on the map above
See also:
Manitoba Business: Smith Carter and Katelnikoff / Smith Carter Architects and Engineers / Architecture49
Information for this page was provided by The City of Winnipeg’s Planning, Property and Development Department, which acknowledges the contribution of the Government of Manitoba through its Heritage Grants Program.
This page was prepared by Gordon Goldsborough and George Penner.
Page revised: 3 August 2024
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