Welcome To

Your Chester Playhouse

Located in the village of Chester, Nova Scotia, join us for world-class performances including theatre, music, comedy, movies, community events, and more!

What's On

Chester Playhouse Gift Certificate
Give a gift that is guaranteed to garner great reviews!

Chester Playhouse Gift Certificate

Gift Certificate
 
Give a gift that is guaranteed to garner great reviews!
A Holly Jolly Jill Barber Christmas
Dive into the holiday season with the unforgettable voice of Jill Barber.

A Holly Jolly Jill Barber Christmas

Music
December 5
 
Dive into the holiday season with the unforgettable voice of Jill Barber.
Bugonia
It all starts with something magnificent.

Bugonia

Movies
December 7
 
It all starts with something magnificent.

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Beyond EVents

Classes &
Programs

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.

Space
Rentals

Consider staging your production, or hosting an event, in our 183-seat, state-of-the-art theatre.

Newcomers
Program

Welcoming newcomers to Canada with an opportunity to enjoy our programming for free through the Scotiabank Newcomers Program.

Get Involved

Be a part of your Chester Playhouse.

Donate to support our programming, join our corporate sponsors, or volunteer to help out!

The Re-OPENING

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!