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About James Dunn Theatre

The James Dunn Theatre is a venue housed within the Dalhousie Arts Centre, located at 6101 University Ave in Halifax, NS. Known for hosting a mix of visiting companies and notable performances such as productions by the Halifax Summer Opera Festival and dance programs, the Dunn Theatre is a key cultural anchor in the city. This page provides practical details to help you secure your seats with ease, from seating and accessibility to parking, transit, and nearby dining and lodging options.

Whether you’re attending a main-stage performance, a dance recital, or a special concert, we’ve got you covered with straightforward, reliable information to make your visit smooth and enjoyable.

Accessibility and comfort are priorities at the James Dunn Theatre. Public seating is available with accessible options, and staff assistance is available for select seating areas. Street parking around the Arts Centre is free, with the Dunn parking lot on Coburg Road available after 6:30 pm. If you’re parking farther afield, nearby parkades are conveniently located. Halifax Transit serves the area with routes such as 1, 4, 7A/B, 10, 24 and 90, making it easy to reach the venue without a car.

For visitors staying in the city, recommended nearby hotels include Cambridge Suites Halifax, close to the Dal Arts Centre, and Delta Hotels Halifax Downtown on Barrington Street. We’ve included affiliate partner recommendations for hotels and nearby dining to help you plan a stress-free trip to Halifax’s premiere performing arts venue.

Interested in a future event? James Dunn Theatre hosts ongoing performances by visiting companies and has seen notable productions like Carmen performed by the Halifax Summer Opera Festival, reflecting its dynamic role in Halifax’s arts scene.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Capacity: 198 seats
  • Address: 6101 University Ave, Halifax, NS, Canada
  • Venue type: Proscenium theatre (Sir James Dunn Theatre) within the Dalhousie Arts Centre
  • Seating chart: Public seating map not routinely posted online; accessible seating available; front row requires staff assistance
  • Parking: Free street parking around the Arts Centre; Dunn parking lot on Coburg Road after 6:30 pm; two Seymour Street parkades nearby
  • Transit: Halifax Transit serves the area with routes such as 1, 4, 7A/B, 10, 24 and 90
  • Nearby hotels: Cambridge Suites Halifax (near Dal Arts Centre); Delta Hotels Halifax Downtown (Barrington St)
  • Notable events: Carmen (1875) performed by Halifax Summer Opera Festival at the Dunn; BBOYIZM dance performance; ongoing use by visiting companies, with the Strug Concert Hall addition