Globe Theatre, Regina facts for kids
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| Nonprofit | |
| Industry | Theatre |
| Founded | 1966 |
| Headquarters | 1801 Scarth Street Regina, Saskatchewan S4P 2G9 |
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Key people
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Ken & Sue Kramer (founders) |
The Globe Theatre in Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada, is a special place for live performances. It was started in 1966 by Ken and Sue Kramer. This theatre was the very first professional educational theatre company in Saskatchewan. It helps people learn about and enjoy plays.
About the Globe Theatre
The Globe Theatre got its name from Shakespeare's famous Globe Theatre in London. It is the biggest performing arts group in Saskatchewan. It serves as the main theatre for the city of Regina.
The theatre is located in the Prince Edward Building in downtown Regina. This building is a historic site. It was built way back in 1906. First, it was the Regina Post Office and the headquarters for the RCMP. Later, it became the City Hall. The Globe Theatre moved into the second and third floors of this building in 1981. In 2014, the theatre actually bought the Prince Edward Building.
Stages and Shows
The Globe Theatre has two main stages for its performances. The main stage is a 406-seat theatre-in-the-round. This means the audience sits all around the stage, making it a very immersive experience. There is also a smaller, 100-seat "black box" space. This smaller stage is used to showcase new artists and different kinds of plays.
The theatre puts on six different plays each year. These shows entertain many people. In 2006, the Globe Theatre also started its own school. The Globe Theatre School teaches acting and other theatre skills.
Recent Renovations
The Globe Theatre had big renovations between 2020 and 2024. These updates made the theatre even better. Audiences were welcomed back to the main venue on November 27, 2024. The first show after the renovations was a play based on Peter Pan. Some performances were held at other places in Regina while the theatre was being updated. The remaining work on the building is expected to be finished in time for the theatre's 60th anniversary in 2026.
Theatre Leaders
The Globe Theatre has had several artistic directors over the years. These are the people who decide which plays to put on and guide the theatre's creative vision.
- Ken Kramer (1966–1989)
- Susan Ferley (1989–1998)
- Ruth Smillie (1998–2019)
- Jennifer Brewin (2020–present)
