Public Consultation on New Mid-Sized Theatre in St. John’s

Overview

As part of Year of the Arts 2024, the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador has announced that a new mid-sized theatre will be established in St. John’s. This consultation is the next step in the project development process.

The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador is seeking feedback directly from the arts community and the general public to inform the scope of the new theatre initiative. 

The input received as a result of this consultation process will inform decision-making processes, such as potential locations for the theatre, optimal capacity and artistic functionality.

How Can You Get Involved?

Feedback on the new theatre can be provided via written submission.

Please consider the following in your written submission:

The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador has recently announced that a new mid-sized theatre will be established in St. John’s. This facility will be a legacy project of the upcoming Year of the Arts 2024. We are currently seeking input to assist in fulfilling creative need while optimizing potential economic development impact. Your thoughts on potential location, optimal capacity, and functional requirements are encouraged.

Written Submissions:

The deadline for submissions is Monday, September 4, 2023.

To submit your written feedback, please email: [email protected]

Alternatively, you may mail your submission to:

St. John’s, NL  A1B 4J6

How Will Your Input Be Used?

All feedback will be considered as the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador develops plans for the new theatre.

Privacy Statement

Any personal information that may be received will be governed in accordance with the Access to Information and Protection of Privacy Act, 2015 and will only be used for the purpose of informing participants of public engagement results at the end of the process.

If you have any questions about how this information will be collected, used and disclosed, please contact Andrea Lawlor, 709-729-5198 or [email protected].

Contact Us

If you have any questions or additional comments, please contact Gerry Osmond, Assistant Deputy Minister of Arts and Culture, at 709-729-2821 or [email protected].