McPherson Playhouse facts for kids
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| Address | 3 Centennial Square Victoria, British Columbia V8W 1P5 |
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| Coordinates | 48°25′43″N 123°22′00″W / 48.42861°N 123.36667°W |
| Owner | The Royal and McPherson Theatre Society |
| Type | Theatre and concert hall |
| Capacity | 772 |
| Opened | 1914 |
The McPherson Playhouse, also known as The Mac, is a popular theatre and concert hall in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. It's a key part of the Centennial Square area in downtown Victoria. This historic building is a great place to see live shows and concerts.
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History of The Mac
The McPherson Playhouse first opened its doors in 1914. It was originally built as a Pantages Theatre. These theatres were famous for showing vaudeville acts and movies.
A Gift to the City
In the 1960s, a kind person named Thomas Shanks McPherson gave the theatre to the people of Victoria. He also provided money to help fix it up. This generous gift helped save the theatre.
Becoming Part of Centennial Square
The theatre became part of a big city project called the Centennial Square redevelopment. This project was finished in 1965. During this time, the theatre was carefully renovated. Its beautiful old Neo-Baroque style auditorium was kept and made new again. However, a modern lobby and better technical equipment were added.
What Happens at The Mac Today
The McPherson Playhouse is a very busy place. It hosts many different kinds of events all year long. You can see professional shows, community plays, and amateur performances there.
How It's Managed
The theatre is run by the Royal and McPherson Theatres Society. This group also manages another important theatre in Victoria, the Royal Theatre. They make sure The Mac is available for various groups to rent and use.
Inside the Theatre
The McPherson Playhouse has a large balcony where many people can sit. It also has two sets of special boxes, which are small private seating areas. In total, the theatre can hold 772 people. It's a wonderful place to experience live entertainment.
External links
- Official website: https://www.rmts.bc.ca/mcpherson-playhouse
