Theatres in Victoria
Victoria enjoys more artists than most cities
its size. From the local symphony and Opera Company
to the more mainstream and alternative theatre
and dance, the performing arts are alive and well
in Victoria!
The performing arts are well represented in Victoria
and on Vancouver Island. Professional and amateur
theatre and dance companies, including the acclaimed
Pacific Opera Victoria, perform in historical
playhouses, modern arts centres and small, quaint
community theatres.
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Belfry Theatre |
The Belfry Theatre in Victoria operates as a registered
not-for-profit society. Since its inception it has established
a reputation of excellence by creating first class works
from the Canadian and international repertoire of contemporary
plays.
Phone: 1-(250) 385-6815 |
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Chemainus Theatre |
The Chemainus Theatre offers professional live theatre
that entertains and inspires the heart. Producing year-round,
this regional theatre company stages a wide range of world
classics, musicals and new plays featuring professional
guest artists from across North America. For the complete
Chemainus Theatre Experience enjoy dinner in the Playbill
Dining Room. Browse in The Gallery, a showcase of over
100 British Columbia artisans.
Phone: 1-(250) 246-9820 Toll-free 1-(800) 565-7738 |
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National Geographic IMAX Theatre |
| Our 406 seat theatre features the 2-D IMAX Experience;
with a projected area more than 6 stories high and 70
feet wide, up to 10 times larger than conventional screens,
filling the viewer's entire field of vision. The theatre
gives you the most powerful and involving film experience,
bringing images to life with 12,000 watts of IMAX Digital
surround sound. Phone: 1-(250) 953-4629 |
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McPherson Playhouse |
The McPherson Playhouse first opened in 1914 as the
Pantages Theatre. It was re-named after Thomas Shanks
McPherson, who bequeathed the theatre and funding for
its reconstruction to the people of Victoria. The award-winning
project was completed in 1965 and included a modern lobby
addition, technical improvements, and the refurbishing
of the ornate Neo-Baroque style auditorium. A variety
of professional, community and amateur events are presented
at "The Mac" year-round.
Phone: 1-(250) 386-6121 Toll-free 1-(888) 717-6121 |
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Pacific Opera Victoria |
In 25 years, Pacific Opera Victoria has grown to be
a nationally recognized symbol of excellence and artistic
commitment. And it's time to celebrate! The best emerging
Canadian artists, original productions built right here
in Victoria, daring repertoire and national acclaim are
the hallmarks that have made Pacific Opera Victoria the
hottest ticket in town.
Phone: 1-(250) 385-0222 |
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Victoria Operatic Society |
| Since 1945, the Victoria Operatic Society has brought
the best of Broadway style musical stage productions to
appreciative Victoria audiences. Building on a strong
and active membership, VOS strives for the most polished,
entertaining and varied productions. Through dedication
and hard work, VOS continues to shine. Phone: (250) 381-1021 |
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Victoria Movie Theaters |
| Victoria’s movie houses. |
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Victoria Royal Theatre |
The Royal Theatre opened in 1913 as a privately built
and operated roadhouse. It has seen many of this century's
great performers on its stage, including Sarah Bernhardt,
Carlos Montoya, Mikhail Baryshnikov and Luciano Pavarotti,
in spite of having been used in part as a cinema from
1917 until 1981. The original foyer has been augmented
by lobby extensions completed in 1991, while the auditorium
retains its original Rococo/Renaissance Revival style
decor.
The Royal is home to the Victoria Symphony and Pacific
Opera Victoria, as well as being Vancouver Island's
premiere venue for touring attractions. Phone: 1-(250)
386-6121 Toll-free 1-(888) 717-6121 |
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