The Playhouse (Fredericton)
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AddressFredericton, New Brunswick
Canada
Canada
 The theatre in 2011 | |
 Interactive map of The Playhouse | |
| Address | Fredericton, New Brunswick Canada |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 45°57′35.8″N 66°38′13.6″W / 45.959944°N 66.637111°W |
The Fredericton Playhouse is a non-profit organization venue for hosting local talent acts and touring performers. It was originally constructed in 1964 at the behest of Lady and Lord Beaverbrook, and between the years of 1969 and 2003, the venue was home to Theatre New Brunswick.[1] The Georgian-style building is located adjacent to the provincial legislature in downtown Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada.
- 1964: The playhouse was built as a gift to New Brunswick from Lord Beaverbrook.
- 1972: Renovated with expanded technical capabilities, including the construction of a fly tower. The mural on the fly tower was created by Tom Forrestall.[2]
- 2000: City of Fredericton purchased the theatre.
- 2006: Federal Government of Canada to provide financial support to undertake a complete infrastructure assessment.[3]
