Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium facts for kids
Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium
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| Address | 11455 87 Ave Edmonton, Alberta T6G 2T2 |
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| Coordinates | 53°31′19″N 113°31′44″W / 53.5219°N 113.5289°W |
| Public transit |     Health Sciences/Jubilee station |
| Owner | Government of Alberta |
| Operator | Government of Alberta |
| Type | Performing arts centre |
| Capacity | 2,538 (2,416 when Orchestra pit in use) |
| Opened | 1957 |
| Tenants | |
| Edmonton Opera, Alberta Ballet, Canada's Ukrainian Shumka Dancers | |
The Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium is a huge building in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. It's a special place for performing arts, culture, and community events. Many exciting shows and gatherings happen here.
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A Look at the Jubilee's History
The Jubilee Auditorium was built in 1957. It was part of a big celebration for Alberta's 50th birthday! The building sits on a large piece of land next to the University of Alberta. The Government of Alberta owns and runs this amazing place.
This auditorium is home to some famous groups. You can see performances by the Edmonton Opera, the Ukrainian Shumka Dancers, and the Alberta Ballet.
Over the years, the Jubilee has hosted all sorts of shows. These include:
- Broadway musicals
- Stand-up comedy acts
- Plays and theatre productions
- Concerts by famous musicians
- Orchestra performances
- Cultural festivals
- Awards ceremonies
In 2005, the auditorium got a major upgrade. This was part of Alberta's 100th birthday celebration. The renovations made the building even better for visitors and performers.
What's Inside the Jubilee?
The main theatre is very large. It can hold 2,538 people at once! If the orchestra pit is being used, it can still seat 2,416 people. Imagine all those people watching a show together!
Besides the main theatre, the Jubilee has other useful spaces. There's a banquet room for big dinners and parties. You can also find meeting rooms and a rehearsal hall. These areas are perfect for events, trade shows, or even just practicing for a performance.
Famous Moments at the Jubilee
The Jubilee Auditorium has seen many memorable events. On November 18, 1971, a British rock band called Procol Harum performed there. They played with the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra. This special show was recorded live. It later became a famous album called Procol Harum Live: In Concert with the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra.
In 2010, a theatre reviewer named Pollstar shared some exciting news. The Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium was the busiest theatre in all of Canada! It sold over 146,000 tickets in 2009. This was more than its sister building in Calgary and even more than a famous hall in Toronto. This shows how popular the Jubilee is for live entertainment!
See also
- List of Commonwealth Games venues
- Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium
