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Thousand Islands Playhouse
Category: Arts & Entertainment Performing Arts Performing Arts [Edit]
185 South StGananoque, ON K7G 1A1
(613) 382-7086
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
2 reviews for Thousand Islands Playhouse
2 reviews in English
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Review from Jenna M.
5/14/2012 1 photo
I've been to shows at the Thousand Island Playhouse twice now, during two different seasons, and have found the theater to be charming and fun. Both times, the performances were top-notch, with talented actors, great directing, and an enthusiastic, engaged audience. There doesn't seem to be a bad seat in the (small) house, and the staff at the playhouse has always been remarkably friendly and helpful.
And the playhouse itself is remarkable, too. Set right on the river, the outdoor deck (where you can wait for curtain and enjoy refreshments before the show) has unrivaled views. You can even approach the facility in your boat and park at the dock! Talk about style.
This place is such a gem for the Ontario area. With reasonable ticket prices and a varied seasonal program that features both original pieces and theater classics, this is one place you will definitely want to work into your visit. -
Review from Todd V.
Toronto, ON
11/21/2008
The Playhouse in Gananoque is summer-stock theatre with two twists. One being locale, and the other the seasonal program. As such, it stands out as one of the best regional summer theatres in all of Ontario.
Firstly, the theatre is found in Gananoque proper right on the banks of the St. Lawrence River, giving its lobby one of the best views of any theatre around. Dock space is also available, allowing you to book a slip to pull up your boat and spend the night after an evening of theatre, making it one of the most unique experiences that you'll have.
The program every year has the typical run of theatre favourites that you'd expect from a regional theatre of this kind. That said, the program directors at the playhouse ensure that there is a healthy mix of summer favourites and new Canadian works. This has allowed them to bring in plays like the Wingfield Farm series which through its production in theatres of this kind, has brought mutual success to both the playwright and the theatre. The playhouse also provides a more challenging theatre piece in the early fall, allowing theatre students from Kingston and the surrounding areas the opportunity to see a more demanding piece in a truly distinctive venue.
The theatre itself is rustic and smallish, seating over 300 in a close proximity so that everyone is close to the stage, close to the action, and experiencing a unique evening of theatre.
