Osprey Arts Centre

Osprey Arts Centre The Osprey Arts Centre is the performing arts hub of Shelburne County. The OACA values artistic experimentation, excellence in art, and creativity.

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Offering an intimate & inviting fully-equipped theatre venue, we present a full season of live music, theatre, dance, films, youth events, workshops, day camps & community events. The Osprey also hosts events across Shelburne County in schools and other venues and rents its space to community groups and private concerns for public and private functions such as weddings, meetings, conferences and l

ectures. The Osprey Arts Centre Association is run by a volunteer Board of Directors and one full-time staff member. Mission Statement:
To manage the Osprey Arts Centre as a fiscally sound theatre dedicated to excellence in the arts, and to make it a true community performing arts centre available to and providing programs of artistic merit for everyone in Shelburne County. Vision Statement:
The Osprey Arts Centre vision sees a community where all members, youth, adult and senior, and culturally diverse, have access to high quality performing arts events, both amateur and professional. To be a place where people turn for training in the arts and to be available to all members of the community as a place to perform. The Osprey Arts Centre aims to be a true community arts crossroad so that the people of Shelburne County recognize the value of and appreciate the presence of the performing arts in their community. Values:
The members of the Osprey Arts Centre Association (OACA), and in particular, the board of directors are guided in making decisions by the following values.

1. The OACA values good financial management based on balanced budgets, clear record keeping and financial reporting, and responsible management of resources.

3. The OACA is responsible to its community and values sharing with other community organizations for the cultural development of Shelburne County.

4. The OACA respects people and is committed to creating safe working environments. As an employer, OACA values cultural diversity, dedication to its values, motivation to continue to grow and develop its objectives, and fairmindedness in its dealings with each other and the public which it serves.

06/18/2026

What was the Purge? It took place at the Base. What was the Base? CFS Shelburne! Don't miss this summer's signature South Shore show set in our own backyard - "SubHuman" by award-winning playwright, Natalie Meisner.

Don't miss the signature event of the summer - the world premiere of Natalie Meisner's "SubHuman." It's a story about th...
06/17/2026

Don't miss the signature event of the summer - the world premiere of Natalie Meisner's "SubHuman." It's a story about the Base (CFS Shelburne), the Purge, and finding a way to turn a wrong into a right.

With summer in full swing, so too are our summer staffers - Alicia Acker and Jack Dunk. Not pictured (yet) but soon to j...
06/17/2026

With summer in full swing, so too are our summer staffers - Alicia Acker and Jack Dunk. Not pictured (yet) but soon to join - Connor Dagenais.

Beginning tomorrow, our summer season box office hours will be Tuesday-Friday, 12-4. Need help with ticketing otherwise? Don't hesitate to call 902-875-2359.

Maritime Concert Opera's "Dido & Aeneus" was sublime. With world class soloists and a choir's lush harmonies, the OAC de...
06/17/2026

Maritime Concert Opera's "Dido & Aeneus" was sublime. With world class soloists and a choir's lush harmonies, the OAC delivered a show that was easy on the eyes and a feast for the ears.

Thanks to our volunteers, as always. Karen Mattatall in the bar, Tammie Chisholm in the box office and Tania Smith backstage.

After a brief hiatus, Wednesday night movies return with "The Secret Agent" - 98% Fresh per Rotten Tomatoes and big winn...
06/17/2026

After a brief hiatus, Wednesday night movies return with "The Secret Agent" - 98% Fresh per Rotten Tomatoes and big winner at last year's Cannes Festival. See you at the theatre!

06/16/2026

SubHuman is a comedy about serious stuff. It's about CFS Shelburne (The Base), the Purge, and how being wronged can lead to finding what's right. ospreyartscentre.ca/events

06/14/2026

Playwright, Natalie Meisner talks about her latest world premiere - right here on the South Shore. Six performances to choose from, July 8-12. Tickets: ospreyartscentre.ca/events

Another great night together at your Osprey Arts Centre with the Story Songs of the 70's show. This is why we gather in ...
06/14/2026

Another great night together at your Osprey Arts Centre with the Story Songs of the 70's show. This is why we gather in the dark. Thanks to all our volunteers who made it happen and to our patrons who, by coming to shows, make it possible for the next show to come.

Wednesday night, the Osprey was pleased to host the Shelburne Area Chamber of Commerce AGM, featuring Celes Davar of Ear...
06/12/2026

Wednesday night, the Osprey was pleased to host the Shelburne Area Chamber of Commerce AGM, featuring Celes Davar of Earth Rhythms speaking about experiential tourism.

With ample space, professional lighting, sound and projection facilities, consider the Osprey Arts Centre to host your next important gathering or fundraiser.

Thank you to SACC for choosing the Osprey and to the organizers, including board chair Anita Telford, past president, Charlene Harris and board members, David Chute, Mary Scott and Earlene Varner.

06/11/2026

Coming Soon: "SUBHUMAN," another comedy about serious stuff by Natalie Meisner. Drawn from real life events at CFS Shelburne (the Base), it's a story of how being wronged can lead to finding what's right. ospreyartscentre.ca/events

Address

107 Water Street
Shelburne, NS
B0T1W0

Opening Hours

Wednesday 11am - 4pm
Thursday 11am - 4pm
Friday 11am - 4pm

Telephone

+19028752359

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