Chester Playhouse
Chester Playhouse
4.5
ConcertsHistoric SitesMovie TheatersTheatersTheater & Performances
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
About
A hidden gem on the South Shore of Nova Scotia, the newly restored Chester Playhouse has had a rich history within the arts and culture community since 1938. This intimate performance venue is a favourite for patrons and performers alike, attracting local, regional, national and international entertainers. We rebuilt after a fire in 2021, and continue to host fantastic live events presenting music, theatre, movies, & more.
Duration: 2-3 hours
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DownEast47
Finger Lakes, NY207 contributions
Oct 2019
While staying in Chester for several days in Oct 2019, my daughter and I were fortunate to take in a performance at the Chester Playhouse. We saw Makayla Lynn and thoroughly enjoyed the evening. She has quite a stage presence ... interspersing her singing with stories. Although I'm not a "country music" fan, I did find her music pleasant. Makayla seems to be an up and coming star ... kudos to her!! My daughter bought her CD, which we listened to on our trip back home.
Written March 14, 2020
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Darlene W
Halifax, Canada23 contributions
Aug 2016 • Couples
This is a great local venue where plays, music, comedians and other entertainment happens. This event was a local band doing a tribute of John Denver music. It was. Great evening. There is coffee and sweets for sale at intermission.
Best to get tickets ahead of time, like on line, by phone etc because events usually sell out.
Best to get tickets ahead of time, like on line, by phone etc because events usually sell out.
Written November 27, 2016
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Jim B
Chester, Canada57 contributions
Sep 2015 • Couples
We have attended many very entertaining live performances at the Chester Playhouse, musicals, comedy, performers with many talents . A top of the line centre for entertainment, air conditioned, comfortable seating, acoustics A1, bar, year round shows!
Written November 21, 2015
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ReclCom
Nova Scotia, Canada294 contributions
Aug 2016
We've been to this play house a few times and each time I say I won't be back. I get conned into going by friends that tell me there is a good play on but I've yet to see what I'd call a good play. The actors are amature, the sets are amature and the playhouse is dated. Intermission is a joke where the tiny lobby fills with a group of snooty locals acting as though they're somebody special and important.
Written January 2, 2017
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Jim d
Halifax, Canada1,012 contributions
Jul 2015 • Friends
We took friends last night to see Albert Schultz's - one man 'Frankly, Sinatra' show. Absolutely fantastic! If this show happens to be in your area it is definitely a must see. While the show is terrific the venue helps make it. A small theatre with no more than 150 - 175 seats it has excellent acoustics and great sight lines - regardless of the show you are watching. The theatre management team has done an excellent job of bringing in different talent and art forms for the betterment of the community. BROVO to all of you. Will definitely be returning. If in the area, pick a show and attend. You WILL NOT be disappointed.
Written July 19, 2015
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Bob O
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada33 contributions
I like the fact that you can drive to Chester from Halifax in less than and hour, have dinner in a pub (like the Foc'sle Tavern), attend a show and still drive back to Halifax the same evening. The productions are professional and geared to summer entertainment.
Written April 6, 2013
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Wendy A
Miramichi, Canada4 contributions
Aug 2017 • Couples
It's a lovely venue. The building is very beautiful, on the outside, and just as beautiful inside. It's a cozy theatre, but has enough leg-room to be comfortable.
Written August 22, 2017
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M M
Poole, UK38 contributions
Jul 2017 • Family
Charming little theatre! We saw 39 Steps which we had seen in London. To be honest, I expected it to be middling but was amazed at the quality! Tremendous acting cast and excellent set design. If you are in the area, go and support this great theatre!
Written August 2, 2017
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Lvanwonderen
Kitchener, Canada42 contributions
Aug 2016 • Family
We had rented a vacation home close to Chester for a 4 day stay. On the first night the playhouse had a spectacular concert tribute to John Denver. Fabulous sounds and the familiar voice of the Country Boy of the 80's. From Rocky Mountain High to Country Roads, the audience sang and clapped to the rhythm of the band.
Written September 8, 2016
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maggiemily
Halifax, Canada21 contributions
Aug 2016 • Friends
Lovely evening. Small theatre but acoustics seemed very good. Enjoyed the evening very much. Staff were welcoming. Will return! đź‘Ťđź‘Ť
Written August 28, 2016
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I would like to know where the best place to sit to watch the performances would be. I have yet to attend but am wanting to book tickets. Any advice would be appreciated
Written April 21, 2016
The playhouse is a small venue so seating in the first five rows are the prime seats.
Written September 8, 2016
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