The Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts is a 43000 sqft multi-use cultural facility in Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada.

History

The Town of Richmond Hill Council approved the site of the Richmond Hill Centre for Performing Arts at the former site of the old Town Hall in September 2003. The centre was designed by Jack Diamond and his firm Diamond and Schmitt Architects. The 30 million dollar construction project was the largest ever undertaken by the town. The centre integrated the fully restored Richmond Hill High School (circa 1897), which houses the Centre's administrative offices and a commercial space (Covernotes Tea and Coffee House).

Location and description

The centre is located on 1.5 acre of land directly on Yonge Street in Richmond Hill's downtown core, at the corner of Yonge and Wright Streets. The centre includes: In addition, the theatre is the largest of its kind in York Region with a full hydraulic orchestra pit.

Educational series

The theatre offers an annual educational series featuring productions (theatre, dance, and music) and workshops for young people.