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Like many classic theaters in the US, the Lensic did not escape decline and deterioration from decades of use. By the end of the 1990s, The Lensic was operated and managed by United
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A primary goal of the renovation was to provide a superior performance venue for music and dramatic productions. The rear wall was removed to increase the depth of the stage house, and the installation of advanced lighting and sound systems allowed the restored Lensic to meet that goal. The unique
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a multi-use venue, and thus it was used sporadically for live performance. From about 1998-1999, a non-profit group came together to raise money and restore The Lensic as a
Performing Arts Center. In December 2000, the
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The Lensic was completely restored and renovated between 1999 and 2001, and provides Santa Fe and
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architectural and ornamental details were painstakingly restored. The total cost of the renovation was approximately $ 9 million.
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