FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre

Modernizing and reinforcing Niagara's cultural cluster

The FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre is a 95,000 square foot cultural complex comprised of four state-of-the-art performance venues that host a signature presentation of international and local performing artists. One of Canada’s most unique Performing Arts Centre plays a vital role in the renaissance of downtown St. Catharines, serving as the catalyst in modernizing the area and reinforcing the brilliance of Niagara region’s diverse arts and culture cluster.

PARTRIDGE HALL

Seats 770 people, Partridge has an instant wow factor with natural acoustics plus the one of the best equipped professional performance space in Niagara.

ROBERTSON THEATRE

This flexible “black box” space is designed for theatre, dance performances, cabarets, workshops, team building events, receptions and so much more.

RECITAL HALL

Seats just over 300, the Recital Hall is an intimate venue for a small ensemble, recital, spoken word performance and home to The Foster Festival.

FILM HOUSE

The Film House can accommodate 199 people. A full cinematic experience, with surround sound in a licensed venue!  Over 500 screenings per year; including new feature films, classic cinema, documentaries, family favourites and cult classics.

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250 St Paul St, St. Catharines, ON L2R 3M2, Canada

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#1 of 6 Concerts & Shows in St. Catharines

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Ranked #1 of 6 Concerts & Shows in St. Catharines

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Fonthill, Canada

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We attended the Rolling Stones Tribute concert, with music from the British Invasion. We were anticipating a lead singer who could do a good job of portraying Mick Jagger and British music from the...

Scott C

St. Catharines, Canada

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We attended the Film House for two different movies this weekend, and we were most impressed. The complex is quite impressive with a symphony hall, concert hall and a rep cinema house. The cinema...

Bonnie P

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We are members and love the concert series as well many special concerts offered. This is such a wonderful venue and offers something for all ages and music genres. Looking forward to be able to be...

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