Remembering Sir Christopher Ondaatje
Sir Christopher Ondaatje died on the morning of 20 July 2026, at the age of 93. There is no version of the Chester Playhouse that
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Located in the village of Chester, Nova Scotia, join us for world-class performances including theatre, music, comedy, movies, community events, and more!
Sir Christopher Ondaatje died on the morning of 20 July 2026, at the age of 93. There is no version of the Chester Playhouse that
We are sharing some happy news about our Spring Campaign! A HUGE thank you to our patrons and supporters who donated over $5,000 in new
Explore working with dramatic text and build your acting muscles in this Scene Study intensive for adult actors! Over the course of three successive Monday
Our classes provide an enriching platform for people of all ages to explore the magic of performance. Join us and discover the transformative power of self expression.
Consider staging your production, or hosting an event, in our 183-seat, state-of-the-art theatre.
Welcoming newcomers to Canada with an opportunity to enjoy our programming for free through the Scotiabank Newcomers Program.
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After closing in 2020 to complete a year-long restoration project and a fire in June of 2021 causing extensive damage, your new, state-of-the-art Chester Playhouse re-opened its doors to the public on August 26th, 2023!