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About The Conrad Centre for the Performing Arts
The Conrad Centre for the Performing Arts is a city-owned venue in downtown Kitchener, hosting theatre, dance, music, and community events. The principal performance space is the Warnock MacMillan Theatre, a versatile venue configured for seating or open-floor setups to suit the show. Formerly known as the King Street Theatre Centre, the venue was renamed after a generous donation in January 2021. Whether you’re catching a KW Symphony concert, a local production, or a cultural showcase, you’ll find a welcoming, easy-to-navigate venue with accessibility and convenient downtown amenities.
Below you’ll find practical details to help plan your visit: seating configurations, parking options, transit access, and nearby lodging and dining. We highlight affiliate hotel and restaurant partners to make your trip smoother so you can focus on the performance and the moment you’ve been waiting for.
Pro tips: secure your seats early for popular shows. Check the seating arrangement for the specific performance, and consider nearby parking lots or the Duke & Ontario parking garage. The Conrad Centre is well-served by public transit, with ION stops at Frederick or Queen, and GRT routes nearby. For an evening out, pair your show with a stay at a nearby hotel like The Walper Hotel or Crowne Plaza Kitchener–Waterloo, both within a short walk. We’ve got you covered with easy, no-fuss ticketing and trusted local recommendations.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 36 King Street West, Kitchener, Ontario, N2G 1A3.
- Venue type: City-owned performing arts centre; principal venue is the Warnock MacMillan Theatre.
- Seating capacity: 352 seats in the theatre; up to 400 standing when configured with no seating.
- Seating details: 105-seat retractable tiered seating plus floor seating that can be added depending on configuration.
- Transit: ION stops at Frederick or Queen stations; nearby GRT bus routes include 1, 3, 7 and iXpress 204.
- Parking: Duke & Ontario parking garage and other City of Kitchener parking lots; Passport Parking app accepted.
- Nearby hotels: The Walper Hotel (approx. 0.3 miles) and Crowne Plaza Kitchener–Waterloo (approx. 0.15 miles).
- Notable events: Historically hosted KW Symphony since 2009; hosts a variety of theatre, dance, music and community events.
- Renamed/demolished: Originally known as King Street Theatre Centre; donated to the City in January 2021 and renamed The Conrad Centre for the Performing Arts.