What's On

Juliet: a Revenge Comedy - Capitol Season Adult $25
Senior $22.50
Under 30 $10

“This is one of the best. Give yourself a treat.” - Liz Nicholls

“A must see!” - Toronto Guardian

“Monster Theatre’s imaginative, feminist take on the fates of Shakespeare’s tragic heroines is not to be missed”- NNNN (out of 4) NOW Toronto

“Juliet: A Revenge Comedy is an example of the new heights that can be achieved when we rethink tropes as old as time.” ★★★★★ - Winnipeg Free Press

What if JULIET doesn’t kill herself? JULIET: A Revenge Comedy is a fast-paced, action-adventure comedy that follows Juliet on the literary adventure of the century. Juliet refuses to die for someone she just met two days ago. She recruits a team of Shakespeare’s most famous female characters to find out why they’ve been forced to die!

https://www.monstertheatre.com/shows/juliet-a-revenge-comedy/

https://youtu.be/iAU-nsnsZE0

This show is made possible thanks to the support of our sponsors Prestige Lakeside Resorts, The Bridge FM, Yum Son Night Owl Hospitality, Ellenwood Homes, Nelson District Credit Union, Kootenay Co-op, Nelson Star and Hall Printing and our funders the BC Arts Council, Canadian Heritage, and the Government of Canada. We also gratefully acknowledge the financial support of the City of Nelson and the Province of British Columbia. Dates: Thu 13 Booking and More Information

Stephen Fearing & The Sentimentals Stephen Fearing & The Sentimentals
Revered Canadian songwriter Stephen Fearing and the award-winning Scandinavian indie-folk band The Sentimentals share a mutual passion for crafting evocative melodies and refined musical interplay that leave audiences cheering. Combining their shared admiration for classic Tin Pan Alley songwriting and storytelling with richly textured soundscapes, they have forged a singular musical voice that is authentic and refreshingly inventive.
Since joining forces in 2018, Stephen Fearing & The Sentimentals have lit up stages across Europe and Canada, delivering performances defined by an unforgettable blend of masterful songwriting and intricate musicianship. This collaboration is beautifully captured on Fearing’s 2022 album Vejpoesi (road poems), where The Sentimentals’ instrumentation deepens the emotional resonance of Fearing’s lyrics and melodies. Recorded in just three days at Maskinhallen, a theater in Frederikshavn, Denmark, these sessions reveal The Sentimentals’ extraordinary ability to reimagine and elevate Fearing’s seasoned material.
Together, Stephen Fearing & The Sentimentals have created a rich musical expression focussed on artistic exploration. Their partnership seamlessly weaves traditional roots influences with subtle experimentation, resulting in performances and recordings that are both emotionally stirring and artistically groundbreaking.
Dates: Wed 19 Booking and More Information

Queen City Burlesque Expo Presents The Grand Gala Barnyards & Big Top

👑The Grand Gala 👑

Performers from across Turtle Island are traveling to the West Kootenays to celebrate, experience the beauty of the mountains, and share their art with us!

With internationally celebrated vaudeville and burlesque entertainers, you are guaranteed a night full of roaring laughs, as well as riveting and thought provoking entertainment.

This year’s season is called “Barnyards & Bigtops” inspiring the lineup, costumes, and vibe for the entire weekend. From barnyard animals to playful cow folk, show ponies, and sad clowns, we're leaning hard into this popular global theme!

Witness pure joy with our most diverse and dynamic presentation yet! Get dressed up, play along, and participate by voting for the Audience Favourite.

Cheer loudly, feel exhilarated, and bask in the beauty of the striptease arts, right here in Nelson BC.

Be Grand. Be Joyous. Be YOU!

Follow our Instagram account for ongoing cast and show announcements. @queencity_burlesqueexpo

Sponsored by Alpine Inn & Suites, Shambhala Music Festival, Beauties Pizza, PABTS Beer, and Baddie Tattoo

19+

Ticket Prices $38

Discounted ticket options available for low income & community members. Ask for details.
Dates: Sat 22 Booking and More Information

Spring Break Theatre Camp Spring Break Theatre Camp for Ages 8-11
March 24-28 2025
$280/child

In this program, children will participate in theatre games, singing, movement exercises and collaboration for a short, 1 act play which will be presented to parents and community on the afternoon of the last day of the camp. Young actors will learn basic voice and performance skills through onstage experience. Students will gain self-confidence and understanding about music, theatre, and acting. Most of all they'll have fun!

Celeste Guthrie has been directing youth theatre productions and offering youth drama classes for the last 20 years in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico and here in Nelson, BC. She is honoured and excited to be leading the Capitol Theatre's Footlights drama program for children ages 8-11 in March.

Sapphire Guthrie is music director for the Footlights drama program. She has been the assistant musical director for the last three summer youth productions at the Capitol Theatre and is currently the assistant director of Corazon choir.

Details and Dates

Sunday Feb 23, 10am-11:30am - Auditions. Everybody who auditions will be accepted and given either a lead role, a supporting role or a place in the chorus for the short play.

Wednesday Feb 26, 4pm-6:30pm - First Gathering. Children will participate in theatre games and learn a song. Roles and scripts will be given out.

March 24 - 28, 8:45 a.m.- 1 p.m.
Friday March 28th will be all day, with a performance at 3 p.m. Bring a nourishing snack, water bottle and indoor shoes.

Max # of participants is 18 Dates: Mon 24 Booking and More Information