How can I get to the theatre?

The Chemainus Theatre Festival is situated in the mural town of Chemainus on Vancouver Island. Our address is 9737 Chemainus Road, Chemainus, British Columbia.

By Car:
We are located 77 km north of (downtown) Victoria. Depending on how fast you drive and traffic conditions, it could take up to 1 hour and 30 minutes. We are 34 km south of Nanaimo (about 45 minutes from the ferry terminal).

From the Island Highway, take the Henry Road exit. The Theatre is just north of the traffic circle at the Best Western Plus Chemainus Inn, which is at the Chemainus Road and Henry Road intersection.

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By Bus:
There are several bus lines that offer transportation to Chemainus. Information can be found on the following websites:
www.greyhound.ca
www.grayline.ca
www.pacificcoach.com

The following offer bus tours:
www.wilsonstransportation.com
www.forestbustours.com
www.lizardadventuretravel.com
www.wellsgraytours.com

By Ferry:
Ferry Terminal locations in Victoria and Nanaimo connect to Vancouver (Tsawwassen & Horseshoe Bay) and the USA (Port Angeles, Anacortes and Seattle). Please visit the BC Ferries website for schedules: www.bcferries.com.

By Plane:
Victoria International Airport: www.victoriaairport.com
Nanaimo Airport: www.nanaimoairport.com
Harbour Air (various locations): www.harbour-air.com
Tofino Air: www.tofinoair.ca

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Are there any volunteer opportunities at the theatre?

From the beginning, the Chemainus Theatre has been led by a multidisciplinary Board of Directors who volunteer their time to provide the Theatre with its strategic direction and support the Theatre’s activities and programs with expert consultation and advice.

Our volunteer corps of 160 members also serves in the Costume Shop, at the Theatre as coat check, ambassadors, and ushers, at our Administration Office, and on committees like the organizing committee for our annual benefit gala. With nearly 7,000 volunteer hours in 2013 dedicated to the Theatre, we can truly say that we cannot open our doors to patrons without the dedication of our volunteers.

Our volunteers hail from all across the Cowichan Valley and Nanaimo Region as well as Victoria. Whether it’s for a few hours each month or several hours each week, our volunteers are integral to our not-for-profit arts company.

We are currently looking for volunteers to help with reception duties in our Administration Office and at our Front of House. For opportunities on how you can volunteer your time, please contact our Development Coordinator at 250.246.9800 ext. 724 or volunteer@chemainustheatre.ca.

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Can I bring my children?

Please ask us for play and age recommendations, as some productions may not be suitable for all ages. Tickets must be purchased for any child attending a performance and children must be seated with a parent or guardian. Please note that children age three and under, including babes-in-arms, will not be admitted to performances (except KidzPlay Series).

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