Fredericton Playhouse Inc. is a charitable, non-profit company with a mandate to manage and develop a live performance venue in downtown Fredericton. Operating in an integrated partnership with the City of Fredericton, it operates within a community context. At the Fredericton Playhouse, we impact our community positively by helping to create meaningful connections between individuals and communities. We do this by skillfully hosting events at our region’s premier live performance venue that bring artists and audiences together to share ideas, joy and discovery. We create inclusive and welcoming spaces for all to experience the possibility and excitement of a shared live performance. We work to earn the trust of our community every day. Our Vision A community strengthened by live...

Our commitment to Diversity The Fredericton Playhouse is committed to implementing and upholding equitable hiring practices and in selecting volunteers, committee members and performing artists so that we shall have more equitable representation across communities - including Indigenous, Black, racialized, LGBTQ+, and disability communities. Our commitment to Equity We recognize and are committed to providing equal opportunities and access for employees, volunteers, and patrons in participating, growing and contributing to the operations, programming, and management of our organization. Our commitment to Inclusion Fredericton Playhouse Inc. is dedicated to providing spaces that are accessible, inclusive, and free from oppression, harassment, and discrimination. At our gatherings, we will treat each other with respect and dignity, regardless of age, race, gender expression, gender...

Located in beautiful downtown Fredericton adjacent to the provincial legislature, the Fredericton Playhouse has been providing a professional venue for the performing arts for decades. The Playhouse was a gift from Lord and Lady Beaverbrook to the people of New Brunswick in 1964. The facility was renovated in 1972 to expand technical capabilities and improve audience-to-performer relationship, or intimacy. The fly tower and box office were added at this time and the auditorium size was reduced to a capacity of 763 seats. In 2000, the facility came under the ownership and management of Fredericton Playhouse Inc. - a charitable non-profit corporation associated with the City of Fredericton. Today, the theatre operates as a professional performance venue available for local, national...

Box Office boxoffice@theplayhouse.ca tel: (506) 458-8344 Hours: Monday – Friday: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Weekdays with shows: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., then 3 hours before showtime to showtime Weekends/Holidays with shows: 3 hours before showtime to showtime General Office Administration admin@theplayhouse.ca fax: (506) 459-6206 Please click here to find contact info for specific team members. Mailing Address Fredericton Playhouse Inc. 686 Queen Street Fredericton, NB E3B 1C2

The Fredericton Playhouse is a volunteer-directed, charitable organization that brings the magic of live performance to our community. By providing our stage to local, Canadian, and international musicians, actors, dancers, and other artists, we create opportunities for inspiring cultural experiences and entertainment for audiences of all ages. The Playhouse will be moving to the new Performing Arts Centre in 2026, and to get there requires community support. We have launched the Encore! Community Campaign to raise funds for capital construction costs, capital renewal to keep the spaces maintained over the lifetime of the building, and expanded access programs that will build on the wonderful programs the Playhouse currently provides so that everyone in our community can experience the magic of...

Fredericton Playhouse Inc. offers a range of corporate partnership opportunities to suit your business needs, partnership objectives, and budget. We offer partnership opportunities through our Spotlight and Kidstage series, our School Field Trips program, the Playhouse Honours, and various other promotional partnerships, including program advertising and concessions services. By partnering with the Fredericton Playhouse, you can entertain clients, host valued employees, and share experiences that will provoke, entertain, and delight – creating memories and building lasting relationships. Your partnership plays a role in sharing the magic of live performance with our community and demonstrates your civic leadership by promoting the positive role of the arts in the cultural life of our city. For more information about corporate partnership opportunities with...