Theatre & Performance Space at the Shadbolt
Studio Theatre
The Studio Theatre is an intimate black box-style theatre equipped with state of the art technology. The theatre's movable raked seating allows for many stage configurations, including thrust, in the round, and the traditional front view. This seating can be removed entirely to allow for video and film shoots, or special events. The capacity for the theatre ranges from 100-200 depending on the use of the theatre.
The equipment list for this theatre is extensive and allows for maximum creativity in sound and lighting design. The theatre's stage is 40 feet wide by 30 feet deep, and the proximity of the audience creates an intimate environment for all types of performance. Renters must provide two volunteer ushers for their performances.
Comfortable seating, great sightlines and close proximity to the stage make this this theatrical space one to remember. Seating for this theatre is by General Admission.
Technical Info for the Studio Theatre
James Cowan Theatre
This traditional proscenium theatre, with a capacity of 285 seats, is an intimate space with unobstructed views and a back row that sits only 50 feet from the stage, The stage is 30 feet wide and 40 feet deep, including a 13-foot deep apron. The theatre has a scene shop adjacent to the stage and plenty of dressing room space. The lobby is licensed and refreshments are served by our Encores café staff. Renters must provide four volunteer ushers for their performances.
Technical Info for the James Cowan Theatre
James Cowan Theatre House Plot
Dance & Music Studios
The Shadbolt Centre is one of the finest equipped dance facilities in the Lower Mainland. The Centre has five separate studios (100, 101, 102, 200 and 201) with resilient foam-backed tarquet surface floors. The studios have their own sound system and floor-to-ceiling mirrors.
The Centre has six private music studios: studios 203, 204, 205, 206, 207, and 208. All of these studios are equipped with an upright piano and some include views of Deer Lake Park. These rooms are ideally suited for composing, video editing, and recording.
Recitals
Studio 102
Studio 102 is one of our dance studios that is often used for small receptions or recitals. This studio has access to the plaza which overlooks Deer Lake Park.
| Capacity | Up to 70 people | |
| Room size | 1,400 square feet | |
| Price | $86.60 per hour (4 hour minimum booking) $694.40 for 10 hours |
Studio 103
Studio 103 is the Centre’s most popular room. With a banquet capacity of 120, it is a wonderful reception area or additional space for your gala dinner in the Atrium. The studio has access to the plaza overlooking Deer Lake Park, natural views, a gas burning fireplace and servery, plus its own sound system. Used extensively as a recital space, the studio may seat up to 150 people in a theatre style configuration.
| Capacity | Up to 120 people | |
| Room size | 2,500 square feet | |
| Price | $155.00 per hour (4 hour minimum booking) $1,240.00 for 10 hours |
