BIG STORIES.
SMALL THEATRE.
Visit us centre stage in the heart of old Strathcona.
Edmonton’s on-the-fringe theatre
In the energetic heart of Old Strathcona, local artists take you on a journey unlike any other. From renowned talent and diverse programming, to thought-provoking performances and unconventional entertainment, the Varscona Theatre offers a fascinating escape from the expected. It’s Edmonton theatre like you’ve never seen it before.
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Our Giving Tuesday Campaign
This Giving Tuesday, help us raise $10,000 to upgrade the Varscona Theatre's technician booth! We’re aiming to purchase new tech to improve sound, lighting, and projections for every performance. Thanks to the Crowdfunding Alberta Program, every donation will be matched 50%, up to $5,000, if we reach our first $2,000 goal.
Donate today and make a lasting impact on the future of the Varscona!
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IT’S A WONDERFUL CHRISTMAS CAROL
DECEMBER 22 - 24, 2024
REBUILT AND RENEWED
Beautifully rebuilt in 2016, our theatre retains all the intimacy our audiences love, while heightening the performance experience. Curious about renting the space?
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OUR THEATRE COMPANIES
We’re artist-run, meaning everyone on our team both operates and performs in our space. Actors, playwrights and directors share the stage in an unprecedented cooperative spirit.