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New Canaan council approves Playhouse lease after public comments and assurances on financial oversight
Summary
The Town Council approved a commercial lease for the Playhouse at 93 Elm Street after public comment urged a nonprofit operator and council members sought stronger financial reporting and security to avoid previous operator defaults.
The New Canaan Town Council approved a commercial lease for the Playhouse building at 93 Elm Street on Feb. 9, 2026, following a public hearing and an executive session that addressed lease negotiations.
Resident Tom Brown, who said he lives at 32 Mill Road, urged the council to select a nonprofit operator, citing regional nonprofit examples and arguing nonprofits combine films, live events, memberships and grant support to sustain small-screen venues. "I strongly support…
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