The Port Theatre is one of Nanaimo's principal performing arts venues, distinguished by a contemporary curved façade with expansive glass surfaces framing the main entrance. The auditorium has a total capacity of 804 seats, making it large enough for concerts, theatre productions, dance performances, orchestral events and major cultural programmes while retaining the atmosphere of a traditional theatre.
The interior is designed around performance quality and clear views of the stage. Maple panels and concrete walls contribute to the auditorium's acoustic qualities, while seating across the main level, balcony and side loges provides different perspectives on the stage. The venue also includes step-free accessible seating areas, an elevator and lobby spaces that make arrival and intermissions more comfortable for visitors.
The theatre is located at 125 Front St, Nanaimo, Canada, in the central part of the city. The main entrance is directly accessible from Front Street, and a short-term 15-minute pull-up area is available immediately in front of the Ticket Centre. Parking directly at the venue is limited, so longer visits generally require the use of other parking options in central Nanaimo. For a broader overview of public transport, connections from other parts of the city and travel around the island, see the Nanaimo information further down the page.