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About Princess Avenue Playhouse

Welcome to Princess Avenue Playhouse, an intimate venue housed in a historic church building dating back to 1907. Located at 40 Princess Ave in St. Thomas, Ontario, this small theatre hosts a variety of live performances from theatre productions to music acts by notable artists. The venue is operated by the Elgin Theatre Guild and continues to be a beloved cultural landmark in the community.

Plan your visit with easy access, clear parking guidance, and nearby hotel and dining options. Whether you're a local or traveling for a show, we've got you covered with practical details to help you secure your seats and enjoy the performance night.

Seating at Princess Avenue Playhouse is first-come, first-seated, and the public seating chart is not published in advance. Arrive early to claim preferred seats if possible. If you’re driving, consider local streets or unpaved lots as directed by on-site signage. The venue is well-connected by public transit, served by local services with regular schedules. For overnight stays, you’ll find convenient nearby options such as Comfort Inn St. Thomas (100 Centennial Ave) and Holiday Inn Express (417 Wellington St), along with Cardinal Court Motel and other local stays listed by tourism boards. After the show, explore nearby dining and experiences to complement your night out.

Past performers have included Sloan (2013), Jimmy Rankin, Hawksley Workman, Bruce Cockburn, Ian Thomas, and a variety of music acts and theatre productions, highlighting Princess Avenue Playhouse as a versatile stage for diverse performances. For updates, venue details, and ticketing, keep an eye on official performer pages and the venue’s announcements.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 40 Princess Ave, St. Thomas, ON N5R 3V5
  • Venue type: Historic church built in 1907, repurposed as a small theatre (Elgin Theatre Guild's Playhouse)
  • Capacity: 120 seated guests
  • Seating/ seating chart: Seating is first-come, first-seated; public seating chart not published
  • Parking: Do not park in the paved lot across Princess Ave; use side streets or the unpaved lot across Princess Ave
  • Transit: Five-route public transit system (Railway City Transit) with half-hour service
  • Nearby hotels: Comfort Inn St. Thomas (100 Centennial Ave); Holiday Inn Express (417 Wellington St); Cardinal Court Motel; other local options listed by tourism boards
  • Notable events hosted: Sloan (2013), Jimmy Rankin, Hawksley Workman, Bruce Cockburn; Ian Thomas; multiple music acts and theatre productions
  • Demolished/renamed: The venue remains the Princess Avenue Playhouse; building is a historic church repurposed for theatre and has not been demolished or renamed