Frequently Asked Questions
We’ve compiled a list of our most frequently asked questions about ticket purchasing, show questions and more. If you don’t find what you’re looking for, contact us direct at the box office and we can help.
Common questions
Ticket & Show FAQs
When/how will I receive my tickets?
- Print-at-home: you should receive your print-at-home tickets within one hour of your purchase. If you do not receive your tickets within that time frame, please contact the Box Office. You can also add your print-at-home tickets to your Apple or Google digital wallet on your smartphone.
- Will-call: you may pick up your tickets during our in-person Box Office hours.
- Postal delivery: your tickets will be mailed within 5 to 10 business days of your order date. We cannot guarantee a delivery date for mailed tickets. Please choose print-at-home or will-call delivery for the fastest option.
What is a Subscription Package?
A subscription package is a bundle of multiple tickets purchased at a discounted rate. In addition to the best value, our subscription packages also offer priority booking, worry-free exchanges and other perks.
What does “single ticket” mean?
In theatre, a regular ticket is sometimes referred to as a single ticket. At the Playhouse, a regular ticket (or single ticket) is any ticket that hasn't been purchased through a Subscription Package.
I’m a subscriber. When can I book my tickets?
As soon as you purchase your subscription package you can book your tickets online, over the phone, by email or in person. Learn more about Subscription Packages.
Can I exchange my ticket?
All sales are non-refundable, however your ticket(s) may be exchanged for a future performance in the same season up to 48 hours prior to the performance date. All ticket exchanges are subject to an administration charge of $7.50 per ticket and any applicable upgrade fees in ticket price, which will be waived for subscribers and donors to the Patron Program. Read our full Terms & Conditions.
If a performance is sold out, can I be added to a waiting list?
Please contact the Box Office to add your name to our waiting list. If seats become available, a Box Office representative will attempt to contact you by phone. Our waiting list is not a guarantee that seats will become available.
Are Group Rates available?
Yes. Groups of 10+ adults have access to special group pricing. For more information, please contact the Box Office.
Are there any discounts for Gananoque residents?
Yes! We have Gan Rush tickets for Gananoque residents. To get your Gan Rush tickets visit our Box Office 1 hour before the show starts and bring proof of your Gananoque postal code (ID, mail etc). Please note: seating is not guaranteed and is based on availability for each show. Pricing not available online or over the phone; must be purchased in person.
Is there a dress code for either theatre at the Playhouse?
No. We want you to be as comfortable as possible during your visit to the theatre and suggest that you simply dress appropriately for the season. Both theatres are air-conditioned so ensure you have appropriate clothing to stay comfortable during the show.
What time should I arrive at the theatre?
You should arrive at least 45 minutes prior to showtime. Parking on busy performance days can be tricky so give yourself extra time.
What happens if I am late arriving for the show?
Springer Theatre: Please arrive at least 45 minutes prior to the performance time. Latecomers will be admitted during a suitable break in the performance, as determined by Management. You may be seated in our latecomer seats until intermission. Readmittance into the theatre will also be done at a suitable break in the performance.
Firehall Theatre: Please arrive at least 45 minutes prior to the performance time. In the interest of our artists and audience members, LATECOMERS WILL NOT BE SEATED. Readmittance into the theatre may be done at a suitable break in the performance, as determined by Management.
Can I take photos or videos of the performance?
The use of cameras, video cameras and any other sound or image-recording devices are strictly prohibited during performances. You may take photos of the set before and after the performance; we please ask that you credit the designer when posting on social media.
Are food and drinks allowed in the auditorium?
During the regular season, our licensed concession(s) open two hours prior to performance times (and during intermission if applicable). Refreshments can be brought into the theatre to enjoy during the performance.
Are your venues accessible?
Yes. Please visit our accessibility page for more information.
What if I am hearing impaired?
The Springer Theatre is equipped with the ‘ListenWIFI’ hearing assistance system that can be downloaded directly to your smartphone and used with personal headphones. We have a limited number of devices available to borrow, please see the Box Office upon arrival for assistance. Refer to our accessibility page for more information.
Can I bring small children or babies to the show?
Children under 3 and babes-in-arms are welcome at our Relaxed Performances. Relaxed Performances have a more flexible front-of-house etiquette, meaning exit and re-entry to the theatre and sound and movement within the audience is okay. Sound and lighting effects will be less intense and the auditorium light will stay on at a low level during the show.
For non-Relaxed Performances, children aged 3 and up are welcome however we discourage attendance by any child unable to sit quietly in their own seat through a performance. Should your child become restless during the performance Management may ask you to leave the theatre.
If you have questions about suitability, please call our Box Office or check the audience advisory information provided on our production pages.
Please note: A ticket must be purchased for all children, regardless of age, for the performance.
Can I dock my boat at the theatre?
We offer complimentary docking to audience members when attending a performance at the Playhouse. There are a limited number of boat slips and we recommend making a reservation by contacting the Box Office. Boaters using the dock do so at their own risk. Overnight docking is not available.
Are your actors professional?
The Thousand Islands Playhouse is a completely professional company, and is a member of the Professional Association of Canadian Theatres (PACT). The majority of our artists are members of either Canadian Actors’ Equity Association (CAEA or Equity) or the Associated Designers of Canada (ADC).
We loved the show! How do I get to meet the cast?
For privacy reasons, we do not have a formal place to meet the cast after a show. We frequently have talkbacks after the shows and dock talks before the show where you can get to meet cast members. Please check the website before attending the theatre for this information.
Common questions
Subscription Package FAQs
What is a Subscription Package?
A subscription package is a bundle of multiple tickets purchased at a discounted rate. In addition to the best value, our subscription packages also offer priority booking, worry-free exchanges and other perks.
What does “single ticket” mean?
In theatre, a regular ticket is sometimes referred to as a single ticket. At the Playhouse, a regular ticket (or single ticket) is any ticket that hasn't been purchased through a subscription package.
How do I book my tickets and choose my seats?
After you purchase your subscription package you can book in-person, by phone, by email, or online.
How do I book my Subscription Package tickets online?
Step 1. Log into your account
Step 2. Click the “buy tickets” button on right side of webpage
Step 3. Click on the show you want to see (by clicking the show icon or “buy tickets” link below the icon).
Step 4. Scroll down, and under the “Tickets” heading, click the date/time you want to book.
Step 5. Select (click) your seats on the map (blue dots and stars are available – a seat is selected when you see a ticket icon above the blue dot. To unselect a ticket and choose another seat, click the ticket again to release the hold). Once you are happy with your seats, click continue.
Step 6. You do not need to change the ticket type/price. Your subscription discount will be applied at the next step (and will redeem tickets from your subscription when applicable). Click continue.
Step 7. Those tickets are now in your cart. Click continue browsing or click buy tickets to return to the show page and repeat steps 3-6 for each show you want to book. To return to your cart/edit your order, click the view cart button on right side of webpage
Step 8. Once you have all your tickets in your cart, hit the checkout button and choose your delivery method
Step 9. Agree to terms and conditions by checking the box and hit the confirm order button. You will receive an email confirmation immediately. If you do not receive your confirmation, please check your promotions/spam folder or contact the Box Office. If you did not receive a confirmation, your order is not complete!
What if I want to buy additional tickets?
Subscribers receive a 10% discount for any additional tickets purchased. This discount will be automatically applied.
Do I have to choose my shows, dates and seats when I book my subscription?
Subscribers have the flexibility to choose their shows, dates and seats whenever they want. Some subscribers opt to book their dates well in advance to secure their preferred seats, but you are not required to do so.
What if I can no longer attend my selected performance date?
If you need to exchange your tickets for another date/time, please call or email the Box Office at least 48 hours ahead of your performance time. Subscribers do not pay a fee to exchange their tickets, but you cannot make changes to your subscription order online.
How do I receive my tickets?
- Print-at-home: you should receive your print-at-home tickets within one hour of your purchase. If you do not receive your tickets within that time frame, please contact the Box Office. You can also add your print-at-home tickets to your Apple or Google digital wallet.
- Will-call: you may pick up your tickets during our in-person Box Office hours.
- Postal delivery: your tickets will be mailed within 5 to 10 business days of your order date. We cannot guarantee a delivery date for mailed tickets. Please choose print-at-home or will-call delivery for the fastest option.
Background Image: Emily Robertson, Marcia Tratt, and Larry Mannell in Anne of Green Gables. Set Designer: Sean Mulcahy. Costume Designer: Robin Fisher. Lighting Designer: Siobhan Sleath. Photo: Randy deKleine-Stimpson.
