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Theatre Aquarius is Hamilton's major professional theatre venue, offering live performances, cultural programming, and date-night entertainment in the downtown core.
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Why People Love It
- ♥ High-quality professional productions that rival major city stages
- ♥ Welcoming and inclusive atmosphere with dedicated staff and volunteers
- ♥ Excellent sightlines and comfortable seating in a modern facility
- ♥ Strong commitment to fostering new Canadian musicals and storytelling
- ♥ Convenient downtown location with many nearby dining options
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Part of the Studio Series at Theatre Aquarius Studio, featuring contemporary performance art.
Get TicketsAn Etemadi Entertainment production as part of the Studio Series/Hamilton Fringe Festival.
Get TicketsBy Kristen Da Silva. A story set in 1978 where an entire community feels the shock of a major shift.
Get TicketsA spectacular holiday production of the beloved family musical starring Kolton Stewart as Joseph.
Get TicketsA razor-sharp comedy by Mona Awad about ambition, pain, and the cost of a cure.
Get TicketsA bold and magical musical adventure based on Roald Dahl's cherished novel.
Get TicketsUpcoming Features & Improvements
Home of the National Centre for New Musicals
Theatre Aquarius is the official home of the National Centre for New Musicals (NCNM), a program dedicated to developing and launching new Canadian musical theatre projects.
Source: theatreaquarius.org
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Accessibility
Theatre Aquarius offers barrier-free access, including an accessible entrance and washrooms. The venue features a state-of-the-art assisted listening system with infrared devices (headsets or direct interfaces) available at the Coat Check free of charge. Service animals are welcome in both the Irving Zucker Mainstage and the Norman and Louise Haac Studio.
Parking
Metered street parking is available on King William Street and surrounding streets (free on Sundays). There are several above-ground paid parking lots within easy walking distance. The Passport Parking App is recommended for mobile payments.
Transit
The theatre is easily accessible via HSR bus routes #1 (King) and #5 (Delaware). The Hamilton GO Centre at 36 Hunter St E is approximately a 10-minute walk from the venue.
Seasonal Note
The theatre hosts a major holiday family musical every December (e.g., Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat for 2026). It also frequently participates in community events like SuperCrawl and local holiday markets.
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Professional theatre venue in downtown Hamilton.
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Details
Address
190 King William Street, Hamilton, ON
Phone
905-522-7529Website
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