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About Imperial Theatre - Ontario

Welcome to the Imperial Theatre - Ontario, a historic live performance venue in Sarnia, Ontario. With 613 seats across Orchestra, Balcony, and accessibility seating, the theatre hosts Theatre Sarnia productions, Imperial Presents, Stage Struck youth shows, and Sarnia Concert Association concerts. Nestled in downtown Sarnia, this venue blends heritage charm with modern performance experiences. We’ve put together essential details to help you secure your seats, plan your visit, and find convenient nearby lodging and dining.

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Whether you’re planning a night of culture or a weekend out, we’ve got you covered with practical information on seating layouts, parking options, transit access, and nearby hotels and restaurants recommended by trusted partners.

Venue overview: The Imperial Theatre - Ontario, officially the Imperial Oil Centre for the Performing Arts, is a historic venue formerly known as the Capital Theatre. It remains a vibrant hub for live performances and community events in downtown Sarnia.

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Seating: The theatre offers a total of 613 seats, divided into 486 in the Orchestra, 127 in the Balcony, plus 8 accessibility seats. A detailed seating chart is available on the venue’s Seating Floor Plan page as a downloadable PDF, helping you choose the best view for your show.

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Accessibility: The venue provides accessibility seating to accommodate guests with mobility needs. If you require specific seating support, we can help you locate the right great seats and the section you want options for your event.

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Parking and transportation: Parking options in the area include nearby lots and street parking within walking distance. Christina Street North and Front Street offer limited on-street spaces, Cromwell Street hosts a parking lot with ample capacity, and other downtown spots are nearby. Sarnia Transit serves the downtown area with a Community Bus loop and local routes, making public transport a convenient choice for many guests.

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Nearby hotels and dining: For a comfortable stay, consider The Insignia Hotel Sarnia at 283 Christina Street North, walking distance from the theatre. We also link to recommended restaurants and hotels through our trusted affiliate partners to help you secure convenient lodging and dining for your visit.

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Events you’ll find here: Expect Theatre Sarnia productions, Imperial Presents, Stage Struck youth shows, and Sarnia Concert Association concerts. For specific events, we present each listing with the date and performer information in a straightforward, non-pushy way so you can decide what works best for you.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Capacity: 613 seats (486 Orchestra, 127 Balcony, 8 accessibility seats) per official technical specifications.
  • Address: 168 Christina Street North, Sarnia, Ontario N7T 7H8, Canada.
  • Venue type: Historic live performance arts venue (The Imperial Oil Centre for the Performing Arts; previously Capital Theatre).
  • Seating chart: There is a Seating Floor Plan page with a downloadable full seating chart PDF.
  • Parking: No dedicated lot; multiple nearby options within a short walk (Christina/Front Streets approx. 40 spaces; Cromwell Street lot ~200 spaces; and additional street parking).
  • Transit: Served by Sarnia Transit; options include a Community Bus loop and local routes serving the downtown area.
  • Nearby hotels: The Insignia Hotel Sarnia (283 Christina Street North) is within walking distance.
  • Notable events hosted: The theatre hosts Theatre Sarnia productions, Imperial Presents, Stage Struck youth shows, and Sarnia Concert Association concerts.
  • Renaming/demolition: The building is the historic Imperial Oil Centre for the Performing Arts, originally Capital Theatre; not demolished.