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Canalside Players A non-profit, volunteer theatre group located in Welland, Ontario. Entertaining the Niagara Region since 2012🎭

Welland's own Theatre group, focusing on Canadian playwrights and local talent.

Hey directors: Ever dreamed of bringing your favourite comedy to life on stage? Now’s the time! 🎭Whether you’ve got the ...
10/02/2026

Hey directors: Ever dreamed of bringing your favourite comedy to life on stage? Now’s the time! 🎭

Whether you’ve got the perfect play in mind or just want to dip your toe into directing, we’d love to hear from you. We’re on the hunt for a hilarious comedy or farce - and yes, we love a little ra**ch, so don’t hold back! 🤣

📅 The last day to apply is October 31st

How can you get involved?
💬 Send us a DM through Facebook or Instagram
📧 Email us at [email protected]
📲 Don’t be afraid to tag the perfect candidate in the comments!

Please note that all positions with Canalside Players, including director, are volunteer-based.
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It’s official - Juniors is closed (and well, demolished 😂) and our run of Norm Foster’s Halfway There is complete! 💙☕️On...
04/27/2026

It’s official - Juniors is closed (and well, demolished 😂) and our run of Norm Foster’s Halfway There is complete! 💙☕️

On behalf of the entire cast and crew, we want to thank everyone for coming to see our show. Whether you were a volunteer, sponsor or audience member, this wouldn’t have been possible without you. This was our most successful show to date and it’s because of your support that we can keep theatre and the arts alive and thriving in Welland! 🎭

If you loved this production, stay tuned to our social channels for any and all information on our upcoming shows - you won’t want to miss what’s coming next for our 15th anniversary! 👀🎉
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“I believe that when you find a place that feels like home, that’s where you should be” 🥺For the past few months, this s...
04/25/2026

“I believe that when you find a place that feels like home, that’s where you should be” 🥺

For the past few months, this show has become home for our cast and crew… and tonight, we flip the closed sign at Junior’s one last time. If you’ve been waiting to see Halfway There, don’t miss your chance to witness the magic of this cast one last time 🎭

Tonight is your LAST CHANCE to see this amazing production, so get your tickets 🎟️:
💻 Online: tickets.canalsideplayers.ca
📞 By Phone: 905-735-1700 x4000
📍In Person: At the Welland Community Centre

📸: Paul Schmidt Photography
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If there’s one thing that should entice you to see our show, it should be Sean’s dance moves 🔥🕺🏼Are they good? Sure.Are ...
04/24/2026

If there’s one thing that should entice you to see our show, it should be Sean’s dance moves 🔥🕺🏼

Are they good? Sure.
Are they better than Lorenzo’s? Definitely not.
Are they unforgettable? Absolutely!

Tonight starts the last weekend of Halfway There, so grab your tickets 🎟️:
💻 Online: tickets.canalsideplayers.ca
📞 By Phone: 905-735-1700 x4000
📍In Person: At the Welland Community Centre

📸: Paul Schmidt Photography
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While Rita, Vi and Mary Ellen enjoy their gab-fest, we’re checking to see if you have your tickets for this weekend!Our ...
04/23/2026

While Rita, Vi and Mary Ellen enjoy their gab-fest, we’re checking to see if you have your tickets for this weekend!

Our cast and crew have poured their hearts into this production and tickets are a steal - Martine would approve 😉. Make sure to grab yours before Mary Ellen’s kleptomaniac niece gets to them first!

This is the final weekend of Halfway There, so get your tickets 🎟️:
💻 Online: tickets.canalsideplayers.ca
📞 By Phone: 905-735-1700 x4000
📍In Person: At the Welland Community Centre

📸: Paul Schmidt Photography
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“I don’t find Neil Young physically arousing” 😳Our characters find themselves in plenty of awkward and vulnerable situat...
04/22/2026

“I don’t find Neil Young physically arousing” 😳

Our characters find themselves in plenty of awkward and vulnerable situations… yes, there’s even a debate about a ’70s band member’s appeal (or lack thereof) right after Janine’s invasive exam. And that’s only scratching the surface 😬

Tickets are selling fast, so get yours for Friday and Saturday 🎟️:
💻 Online: tickets.canalsideplayers.ca
📞 By Phone: 905-735-1700 x4000
📍In Person: At the Welland Community Centre

📸: Paul Schmidt Photography
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I guess you could say we’re Halfway There with our show run! 😄👏🏻The stage is alive and so are we thanks to our amazing w...
04/21/2026

I guess you could say we’re Halfway There with our show run! 😄👏🏻

The stage is alive and so are we thanks to our amazing weekend one audiences. Our team has taken a bit of time to rest and now it’s getting back in the groove (literally!) for our last two shows this coming weekend 🎭

Tickets for Halfway There are selling fast, so get yours for this weekend 🎟️:
💻 Online: tickets.canalsideplayers.ca
📞 By Phone: 905-735-1700 x4000
📍In Person: At the Welland Community Centre

📸: Paul Schmidt Photography
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The reviews are in: Halfway There is a smash hit! Here are just some of the amazing things our opening weekend audience ...
04/20/2026

The reviews are in: Halfway There is a smash hit! Here are just some of the amazing things our opening weekend audience had to say about our show 👏🏻💙

If you missed opening weekend, don’t fret! We still have TWO shows this Friday and Saturday, so be sure to grab your tickets to Halfway There and see what all the hype’s about 🎟️:
💻 Online: tickets.canalsideplayers.ca
📞 By Phone: 905-735-1700 x4000
📍In Person: At the Welland Community Centre

📸: Paul Schmidt Photography

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Mary Ellen’s birthday wish? For you to come to today’s matinee! 🎉Looking for a fun afternoon activity that’ll have you l...
04/19/2026

Mary Ellen’s birthday wish? For you to come to today’s matinee! 🎉

Looking for a fun afternoon activity that’ll have you lounging on the couch by 5:00pm? Great news - today is our matinee! But act fast, this is our ONLY one for entire performance run! 🌞

Don’t let Mary Ellen down (like her husband and kids do🫢)! Get your matinee tickets 🎟️:
💻 Online: tickets.canalsideplayers.ca
📞 By Phone: 905-735-1700 x4000
📍In Person: At the Welland Community Centre

📸: Paul Schmidt Photography
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04/18/2026

What better way to spend Friday night than at our opening night gala with a sold out show! The reviews are pouring in and it’s safe to say it was another smash hit 🎭👏🏻

Another heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate and support our opening night, we couldn’t have asked for a better audience! Shoutout to School of Culinary Arts at Niagara College for keeping our glasses full and Karen's Catering for the incredible diner boxes 🤤🥂

We have another show tonight, so make sure to grab your Halfway There tickets 🎟️:
💻 Online: tickets.canalsideplayers.ca
📞 By Phone: 905-735-1700 x4000
📍In Person: At the Welland Community Centre
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Welland, ON
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