COVID-19 UPDATE

We are working on new show dates for the upcoming local productions that were postponed due to the recent Covid shutdown.

If the re-opening phase plan by NS Health goes according to plan,

The shows involved with their new potential showdates are:

The Odd Couple (Female Version)

July 8, 9, 10, 15, 16 and17th, 2021 at 7:30 pm

The Adventures of Robin Hood

August 12, 13, 14, 19, 20 and 21st at 7:30 pm

(please note there will no longer be a matinee for this show)

Also, Summer Theatre Daycamp is tentatively scheduled for

July 19th - 30th, 2021 (if daycamps are given the go-ahead)

Please note that if you already hold tickets for either of the above productions,

you will be called as soon as Phase 2 or 3 allows and your seats will be reassigned to the new show date that suits you.

After all the reassigning of seats is complete, ticket sales will then be opened up to the public again.

We are very hopeful that we will be able to proceed with this entertainment this summer and ask that you please be patient with us as we work towards this goal.

We Nova Scotians are resilient and know what needs to be done to end this pandemic. We can do this.

Let's all work together for a better tomorrow!

Thank you.

This pandemic has given us many challenges over the past year and we are very pleased to have been able to do several shows since re-opening our doors last July with a perfect safety record. We appreciate your confidence in us to provide a safe and enjoyable atmosphere for all to come out and enjoy a show.

WE WOULD LIKE TO INFORM ALL OF OUR PATRONS THAT ALL COVID HEALTH SAFETY MEASURES ARE BEING FOLLOWED INCLUDING MASKS REQUIRED IN THE ENTIRE BUILDING, HAND SANITIZER STATIONS HAVE BEEN SET UP THROUGHOUT AND WE HAVE LIMITED OUR THEATRE SEATING AND PROVIDE AMPLE DISTANCE BETWEEN SEATS IN ORDER TO COMPLY WITH ALL COVID-19 PROTOCOLS PROVIDED TO US. CLEANING AND SANITIZING IS DONE REGULARILY AND WE HAVE INSTALLED PLEXIGLASS ON OUR BOX OFFICE WINDOW.

SAFETY IS OUR #1 PRIORITY.

TICKETS FOR SHOWS IN 2021 ARE ONLY AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE THRU OUR BOX OFFICE. OUR ONLINE TICKETING SYSTEM HAS BEEN TEMPORARILY DISABLED. THIS IS SO THAT WE CAN ENSURE THAT ASSIGNED SEATING FOLLOWS ALL PHYSICAL DISTANCING RULES.

TICKET HOLDERS FOR ALL SHOWS THAT HAVE BEEN POSTPONED ARE ASKED TO RETAIN TICKETS AS THEY WILL BE HONOURED ON THE NEW SHOW DATES.

YOU WILL BE CONTACTED AND TICKETS WILL BE REPRINTED TO ASSURE THAT THERE IS NO CONFUSION AS TO THE NEW DATES AND TIMES. SHOULD YOU NOT BE ABLE TO ATTEND ON THE NEW DATE, YOU WILL BE OFFERED A TRANSFER OF DATES OR A REFUND.

PLEASE LOOK FOR UPDATES ON OUR WEBPAGE AT WWW.YARCPLAYHOUSE.COM, ON OUR FACEBOOK PAGE OR FEEL FREE TO GIVE US A CALL AT 902-742-8150.

WE THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT OF TH'YARC AND SEND OUR BEST TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILIES.

PLEASE KEEP YOURSELVES SAFE BY FOLLOWING THE RESTRICTIONS AND PROTOCOLS. WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU AGAIN SOON.

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First of all, our most sincere thanks for your patience. Although we have solved some of our rescheduling problems, there are a few that we are still working on.

The following are the rescheduled productions:

THE COMIC STRIPPERS:

The COMIC STRIPPERS originally rescheduled for JUNE 4, 2021 has now been cancelled. If you were a ticket holder for this show, please give us a call at the Box Office 902-742-8150 to process your refund. We thank you for your patience as it will take some time to get every refund processed.

ABBA :

ABBA Revisited scheduled for June 9, 2021 has been rescheduled for June 9th, 2022. We have been assured that the show will not be cancelled....just postponed.

If you have already purchased tickets for this show, they will be honoured on June 9th, 2022. However, if you would rather cancel your tickets, we will be happy to refund you.

But please keep in mind that this show was sold out, and we have a waiting list, so no doubt if you change your mind and want to repurchase tickets, the likely hood of any being available is very slim.

LENNIE GALLANT

LENNIE GALLANT scheduled for April 17th, 2021 has been rescheduled to September 25th, 2021. All seats purchased for the original show date will be honoured.

CYRUS

CYRUS Live! originally scheduled for April 17th, 2020 has rescheduled for THURSDAY, March 24th, 2022.

If you have already purchased tickets for this show they will be honoured. However, if you would rather cancel, we will be happy to refund you.

THE ACT AWARDS

The ACT Awards originally scheduled for April 2021 will now be a virtual show due to COVID restrictions. Please stay tuned for more details as they are made available.

Productions that we are still working on to confirm for a later date are:

ALEX ZERBE originally scheduled for April 2020

THE STANFIELDS originally scheduled for June 2020

If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to call us at 902-742-8150 or email yarc@bellaliant.com

Thanks again for your patience. Stay healthy.

Sandy

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Leveraging Community Assets – A Shared Vision and Good Stewardship

Th’YARC (Yarmouth Arts Regional Council) and the Municipality of the District of Yarmouth share a vision for the future use of the former Arcadia School. Rural communities experience revitalization when well-equipped assets are fully utilized– the transformation of a building from a school to a multi-use play house, creative labs and cultural centre in a growing community is a great example.

Th’YARC and the Municipality of the District of Yarmouth continue to execute the terms of their Purchase and Sale agreement as planned. The team at Th’YARC are excited about proceeding with their vision for the facility. Confirming the vision for the move, President Mitch Bonnar stated, “Th’YARC wants to create a vibrant, inclusive space, both indoors and outdoors, where residents and visitors alike can enjoy the cultural diversity and talent-rich communities of the area. This region is rich in both artistic capacity and cultural diversity. Celebrating and advancing this is the vision for the new location for Th’Yarc.”

Warden Leland Anthony echo’s Mr. Bonnar’s statement, adding, “The Municipality is pleased to work with Th’YARC. The decision of Council to sell the divested school building to the Yarmouth Arts Regional Council is a responsible stewardship decision with significant cultural benefits.”

Media Contacts:
Mitch Bonnar
President
Yarmouth Arts Regional Council
902-742-3802

Victoria Brooks
Chief Administrative Officer
Municipality of the District of Yarmouth
902-742-7159

About Th’YARC

Th’YARC (The Yarmouth Arts Regional Council) Playhouse and Arts Centre a multi-function performance centre located in Yarmouth, Nova Scotia. We present a wide range of theatre, music, dance, and art events in our theatre, art gallery, and studios. Th’YARC operates year-round, with two permanent members of staff and a community of more than 300 volunteers. Our goal is to educate, entertain, and promote the arts in Southwestern Nova Scotia.

Thanks to the following businesses and agencies that help make it all possible.