Queen Elizabeth Theatre and Vancouver Playhouse
The Queen Elizabeth Theatre and the adjoining smaller Vancouver Playhouse have hosted music and drama in Vancouver since 1959
When it first opened, the Queen Elizabeth Theatre was home to the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra, which now performs at the Orpheum Theatre. The Queen Elizabeth Theatre is currently home to the Vancouver Opera and Ballet BC, but also hosts many other music, dance and drama programs throughout the year.
The the recently renovated theatre has seating for over 2765 spectators and boasts much improved acoustics. The smaller adjoining Vancouver Playhouse has seating for 688 guests and is home to Playhouse Theatre Company, Friends of Chamber Music, Vancouver Recital Society and DanceHouse.
For more information about the Queen Elizabeth Theatre and the Vancouver Playhouse and upcoming programs see the official website above.
Facts For Your Visit
Official Website: Queen Elizabeth Theatre and Vancouver Playhouse
Fee: Yes. See the official website for information about tickets and events.Closed Now
Regular Hours:
Hours may be subject to change. Please verify on the official website.
- Monday: 12:00 pm - 11:00 pm
- Tuesday: 12:00 pm - 11:00 pm
- Wednesday: 12:00 pm - 11:00 pm
- Thursday: 12:00 pm - 11:00 pm
- Friday: 12:00 pm - 11:00 pm
- Saturday: 12:00 pm - 11:00 pm
- Sunday: 12:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Category: Performing Arts
Address:
630 Hamilton Street
630 Hamilton Street
Vancouver, BC V6B 2P1
Canada
Phone: +1 604-665-3050
Reviews
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Directions
| SkyTrain Line | Nearest Station | Walking Time |
|---|---|---|
| Expo Line | Stadium Station | 3 Minutes |
How to get to Queen Elizabeth Theatre and Vancouver Playhouse by SkyTrain
No Buses Needed. Exit onto Beatty Street. Dunsmuir is just to your left. Walk to your right (west) along Dunsmuir for 2 blocks to Hamilton Street. The Theatres are directly to your left on Hamilton.
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Reception area inside Vancouver's Queen Elizabeth Theatre cc licensed photo by Michael Francis McCarthy 
Photo Credit: Yelp 
Photo Credit: Yelp 
Photo Credit: Yelp
