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Stratford Theatres & Auditoriums
• A WorldWeb.com Travel Guide to Theatres & Auditoriums in Stratford, Ontario.
Tom Patterson Theatre More Info
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The Tom Patterson Theatre was incorporated into the Festival's venue entourage as early as 1971 and officially named in 1991. It has been used mainly for workshops of new works and performances of new Canadian plays and contemporary works from around the globe. The current seating capacity for the theatre is 487 people. Address: 111 Lakeside Drive | Stratford, Ontario [ Map ] Tel: 1 519 271-0055
Festival Theatre More Info
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The Festival Theatre was the first theatre constructed for the festival in 1956, to replace a canvass tent used previously. The thrust stage designed for this theatre has been the blueprint for others worldwide. The theatres backstage area is one of the biggest in North America and contains administrative offices, a costume department, large green room with private cafeteria, workshop and rehearsal hall, to name a few. The theatres main productions are performed here - the largest of the four theatres, seating over 1,800 people. Address: 55 Queen Street | Stratford, Ontario [ Map ] Tel: 1 519 271-0055
Studio Theatre More Info
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The Studio Theatre is the newest of the theatres and was opened in 2002 as part of the Festivals 50th birthday celebrations. This 260-seat theatre is attached to the rear of the Avon Theatre and is described as an exploration space for artists. Experimental works, one-act plays and new Canadian works are some of the repertoire regularly performed here. Address: 99 Downie Street | Stratford, Ontario [ Map ] Tel: 1 519 271-0055
Avon Theatre More Info
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This theatre building dates back to 1901 when it was the Theatre Albert. The Festival purchased it in 1963 and the interior underwent major renovations this same year. In 1983, a three-story addition was added to the rear of the building, which now houses the Studio Theatre in addition to administrative offices, dressing rooms, production workshop, wig room and more. The Avon Theatre was the second venue added to the Stratford Festival and seats just over 1,000 people. Address: 99 Downie Street | Stratford, Ontario [ Map ] Tel: 1 519 271-0055