Burnhamthorpe Library Theatre
The Burnhamthorpe Library Theatre is considered Mississauga's "hidden gem," an intimate, 201-seat proscenium theatre. Complete with modern technical equipment, two dressing and reception rooms, this accessible, climate-controlled facility is perfect for any performing arts and cultural group producing a live event.
The Burnhamthorpe
Library Theatre is located at 1350 Burnhamthorpe Road East, on the
southwest corner of Burnhamthorpe Road East and Dixie Road, inside the Burnhamthorpe
Branch Library.
The Theatre has 201 seats. There are 10 rows of
seating, with seating divided into three sections by two aisles. Each row
of seating is raised higher than the proceeding row. There are no viewing
obstructions. Click here for a diagram of the theatre's
audience.
The Theatre shares its lobby with the Library. Audience members have access to public washrooms and vending machines. Theatre Users can also access the Theatre's Box Office located in the lobby.
Two rooms are associated with the Theatre. These can be accessed from backstage, and are great for dressing and green rooms, as well as a location for a post-show reception or meeting.
The Theatre comes equipped with state-of-the-art technical equipment, including:
- lighting instruments (Zooms, Fresnels and Cyc lights) and a lighting board
- speakers (fix-mounted and effects speakers), and CD/cassette playback
- black curtain legs and borders, a permanent cyclorama and main blue curtains
- an upright piano, program sound and communications (head-set) system
Click here for a diagram of the stage.
Tours and Rentals
To arrange a tour or to rent the Burnhamthorpe Library Theatre, please contact Darlene Gow, General Manager at 416-910-4073.
Burnhamthorpe Library Theatre is managed by the Mississauga Theatre Alliance on behalf on the City of Mississauga.