Vernon & District Performing Arts Centre Society

Vernon & District Performing Arts Centre Society The Vernon & District Performing Arts Centre Society is a not-for-profit organisation devoted to fostering live entertainment in all its forms.

The main auditorium is a 750 seat proscenium arch theatre with orchestra and balcony seating. The Marie Fleming Studio is a flexible 'black box' space with potential seating for 100 persons. Each venue has its own lobby, entrance and loading area.

09/05/2026

They’re here! Brochures are IN! Come on down and grab yours tomorrow 12-4 or again on Tuesday 930-5!

09/04/2026

The VDPAC Society proudly presents: Little Women | March 30/27
https://www.ticketseller.ca/tickets/event/little-women-vernon-2027
$59.00 Adult / $54.00 Senior 65+ / $49.00 Youth (up to 24yrs) (Includes fees & charges)
The Coming-Of-Age Favourite
Independent Jo, traditional Meg, shy Beth, and vivacious Amy are navigating the difficulties of young adulthood during the Civil War. Despite having varying ideas of what it means to be a woman; the March sisters together find strength to forge their own paths. This enduring story of friendship, romance, loss, and personal discovery has charmed generations. Fall in love with Louisa May Alcott’s relatable and radiant characters as they come to life in this shining adaptation.

This production may contain flashing lights and water-based haze and fog. Please contact our box office for more information.

“A stroke of holiday brilliance”—Stir
https://www.createastir.ca/articles/little-women-arts-club-theatre-company-review

“Irresistible” —Fresh Sheet
https://colinthomas.ca/louisa-may-alcotts-little-women-surrender/

“Gunderson’s adaptation is clever”—Jo Ledingham
https://joledingham.ca/louisa-may-alcotts-little-women/

An Arts Club Theatre Company Production

08/28/2026

VDPAC Presents: The Cheesecake Burlesque Revue | Oct 17
https://www.ticketseller.ca/tickets/event/cheesecake-burlesque-vernon-2026
$49.00 Per Person (18+) Including fees & charges
Celebrating 20 ridiculous years of burlesque brilliance! The Cheesecake Burlesque Revue is an internationally recognized burlesque company from Victoria, BC, Canada, known for its high-energy, comedic performances, spectacular costumes, and joyful, audience-focused performances.

The Cheesecakes keep audiences coming back for more! They have dazzled and delighted in Las Vegas, New York, New Orleans, San Francisco, Seattle, Edinburgh, Helsinki, Paris, Stockholm, Rome, Bruges, and Berlin, as well as all across Canada. The Cheesecakes are passionate empowerment ambassadors and continually spread their message about body acceptance. Every body is a good body, and everybody is beautiful!!! Armed with a sassy-silliness, and a g-force of glitter, they pack a sparkly punch that will make your heart happy and leave you loving the skin you're in!

The performers are as diverse as their audience: ranging from 20S to 50S, in many shapes, sizes, and cultural backgrounds. In 2024, the company was awarded Best Large Group at the Burlesque Hall of Fame in Las Vegas, cementing its reputation for excellence, professionalism, and crowd-pleasing spectacle.

Ages 18+

08/22/2026

Well, that was silly, I dropped my phone and deleted the reel when I tried to edit haha 😅 So anyway, posting again and apologies to everyone who had commented on the other reel!!

Anyway!! Our printed proof came yesterday and is now going to print! It’ll be available soon but you can check out the digital copy now at vdpac.ca! Have a great weekend!!

08/21/2026

Bangs, Bobs & Banter-Confessions of a Hairstylist | March 2/27 |
https://www.ticketseller.ca/tickets/event/bangs-bobs-banter-vernon-2027
Tickets $30-$40
Created and performed by 12x award-winning artist Joanna Rannelli, Bangs, Bobs & Banter: Confessions of a Hairstylist is a multi-award-winning one-woman comedy in which Rannelli brings 10+ unforgettable characters to life. Winner of numerous festival honors and audience awards across North America, including Critics’ Choice and Patrons Pick at the Orlando International Fringe, this fast-paced 90-minute theatrical experience follows Nikki, a bold and charismatic hairstylist whose colorful clients reveal sassy, saucy, scandalous and surprisingly heartfelt stories inspired by real-life encounters. With multiple sold-out runs in Vancouver, Orlando, Stratford, and Edmonton, this hilarious and deeply human show leaves audiences laughing, moved and wanting more.

Critics rave:
“A star performance, expertly executed.” — Centre Stage Hamilton
“Joanna Rannelli is incredibly talented and a joy to witness.” — Winnipeg Free Press
“Impressively polished… Rannelli is a winning performer.” — Orlando Weekly
"Nikki's salon is absolutely hoping"- Edmonton Journal
“A whiz with instant characterizations… this is just a mighty fine time.” — Orlando Sentinel
“Funny and deeply human, Rannelli’s transformations are so flawless.” — The Vibe Hamilton

08/21/2026

VDPAC Presents: Bury The Hatchet | October 21 | $35-$45 inc fees
https://www.ticketseller.ca/tickets/event/bury-the-hatchet-vernon-2026
Spotlight Theatre Series
★★★★ “Murderously confident theatre from Out Of The Forest” - The Stage; Lyn Gardner

★★★★ Mervyn Stutter’s Pick of the Fringe

It's August 4th, 1892.

Andrew and Abby Borden are found brutally murdered in their home in Fall River, Massachusetts.

Their daughter Lizzie is the prime suspect.

The story goes that she wielded the axe that killed them.

Part courtroom drama, part live bluegrass folk gig, part historical whodunnit, Off West End and Vault Festival award winning Bury The Hatchet re-examines one of history's most infamous murder cases.

From the company that brought you ★★★★★ Off West End Award-winning The Brief Life & Mysterious Death of Boris III, King of Bulgaria, this irreverently presented, knee-slapping actor-musician ensemble “plays with our morality with devilish fun.” - ★★★★★ Binge Fringe

True crime has never sounded so good.

08/14/2026

"Bury the Hatchet" - Spotlight Theatre Series | Oct 21 $35-$45 inc fees
https://www.ticketseller.ca/tickets/event/bury-the-hatchet-vernon-2026
★★★★ “Murderously confident theatre from Out Of The Forest” - The Stage; Lyn Gardner

★★★★ Mervyn Stutter’s Pick of the Fringe

August 4th, 1892.

Andrew and Abby Borden are found brutally murdered in their home in Fall River, Massachusetts.

Their daughter Lizzie is the prime suspect.

The story goes that she wielded the axe that killed them.

Part courtroom drama, part live bluegrass folk gig, part historical whodunnit, Off West End and Vault Festival award winning Bury The Hatchet re-examines one of history's most infamous murder cases.

From the company that brought you ★★★★★ Off West End Award-winning The Brief Life & Mysterious Death of Boris III, King of Bulgaria, this irreverently presented, knee-slapping actor-musician ensemble “plays with our morality with devilish fun.” - ★★★★★ Binge Fringe

True crime has never sounded so good.

Address

3800 33rd Street
Vernon, BC
V1T5T6

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 5pm
Thursday 9:30am - 5pm
Friday 9:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+12505497469

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