John Elliott Theatre

Impressive talent in a local setting. There is no need to travel far for big laughs, heartfelt moments and edge-of-your-seat drama. It's all right here at the John Elliott Theatre! In addition to hosting regular seasonal programs from local theatre groups, visitors will also enjoy traveling shows, children's performances, professional seminars, presentations and workshops. Staff will be present to guide you to the complimentary coat-check and to your pre-assigned seat.

Location & hours

The John Elliott Theatre is located at 9 Church Street, Georgetown, inside the Halton Hills Library & Cultural Centre. The Box Office closes 30 minutes prior to the Halton Hills Public Library, which shares the facility. View library hours.

How to buy tickets

Visit our online ticket sales webpage and complete your transaction online using a valid credit card. If you prefer to buy tickets in person, the box office will be open to in-person sales at the circulation desk for limited hours. Contact us for more information at 905-877-3700.

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Upcoming Performances:

Climate Change and Your Health / Lecture

Climate change impacts human health in many ways, from disruptions caused by physical, environmental and biological systems. This lecture will discuss how climate change is impacting us locally and how we can prepare ourselves to deal with its impact.

Showtime: January 24, 2023 (7:30pm)

Unveiling the Great Canadian Caper / Stage Show

It's 1950 and at the Lark Radio station the voice actors and Foley artists have arrived to broadcast the second installment of a series featuring the charming private eye, Susan Cleary. As they await the arrival of Richard Lark with the show’s scripts, his tearful wife, Mabel arrives with instructions to take his place. During the backstage antics the cast and crew will present the melodramatic mystery, The Great Canadian Caper with the Foley artist executing the sound effects on stage while the pianist adds the dramatic musical effects.

Showtimes: February 3, 2023 (8pm), 4 (8pm), 5 (2pm), February 9 (8pm), 10 (8pm), 11 (8pm), 12 (2pm)

Raising the Frame / Stage Show

Canadian Premier of a Light Drama by Frank Willis.

Disgraced game show host Tad Buchanan attempts to reinvent himself by building homes for Housing the Homeless and filming a documentary about the experience. But when he is joined by two families with modern problems, each struggling to find their new normal, who will really get the spotlight?

Showtimes: April 14, 2023 (8pm), 15 (8pm), 16 (2pm), April 20 (8pm), 21 (8pm), 22 (8pm), 23 (2pm)

Additional information

Theatre policies

Babes in arms: Everyone in the theatre, regardless of age, must have a ticket, including babes in arms.
Hearing assistance: Headsets systems for the hearing impaired are available at the Box Office in the lobby.
Special needs: The John Elliott Theatre is wheelchair accessible. Please notify the Box Office when purchasing your ticket should you require special assistance. We will be pleased to help.
Group tickets: Special group rates may be available depending on the individual production companies. Please contact the Box Office for information.
Exchanges: Exchanges are possible for an alternate performance. The original tickets must be returned to the box office at least 24 hours prior to the event. A fee is charged for this service, and any difference in ticket cost must be paid by the ticket buyer.
Refunds: There are no refunds on tickets purchased for any performance at the John Elliott Theatre, except in the case of a cancellation of a performance.

Audience information

Food and drink: Food and beverages, with the exception of bottled water, are not permitted in the auditorium.
Recordings: The use of recording devices, including cameras, video and audio recorders, etc., is strictly prohibited.
Latecomers: Out of consideration for both performers and audience, latecomers will only be seated during an appropriate break in the performance.
Distractions: Candy wrappers, beeping watches, and mobile devices can be very distracting for audience members and performers. Patrons are asked to turn off personal communication devices.
Smoking: The Halton Hills Cultural Centre and John Elliott Theatre are smoke-free facilities.
Liability: Ticket holder voluntarily assumes all risks incidental to the performance or exhibition.
Admission: Theatre management reserves the right to refuse admission and refund the ticket price.
Strollers: Strollers and baby carriers are not permitted in the theatre.

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