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Welcome to Shakespeare By The Sea, the largest and longest-running outdoor theatre festival in Atlantic Canada!
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Show?
Shows Start at 7pm nightly. They run from Tuesday to Sunday from July 15th to September 4th 2022.
How do I get to the Cambridge Battery?
The walk from the upper parking lot is approximately 15 minutes. Find directions on this page.
What does a sweet seat include?
Sweet seats are larger donations made in advance and guarantee you a set-out chair with the best possible view of the show. More info here.
Do you still offer golf cart service?
Yes! Folks with accessibility needs can book a ride from the upper parking lot of Point Pleasant Park to the Cambridge Battery. You must call ahead to book this service. See more information here.
What if the show is Cancelled?
Sometimes we have to cancel due to extreme heat or rain. The decision is made at 5pm on any night and our announcements will come out at that time across our Twitter, Facebook and Instagram and at the top of this website.
If it's cancelled, what about my tickets?
If you've booked tickets/sweet seats for a night that is cancelled you will receive an email notifying you as soon as possible. Then you will receive an email from tickethalifax with a code to re-book for a different date.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Show?
Shows Start at 7pm nightly. They run from Tuesday to Sunday from July 15th to September 4th 2022.
How do I get to the Cambridge Battery?
The walk from the upper parking lot is approximately 15 minutes. Find directions on this page.
Are there bathrooms at the venue?
Yes, there are porta-potties at the venue. One is wheelchair accessible.
Are shows still Pay What You Can?
Yes. Pay what you can options go live on tickethalifax the day of each show and can be purchased online. Or you can Pay What You Can at the door when you arrive.We accept cash and cards that tap. Recommended donation is $20 but we accept any and all donations as our mission is to keep local theatre accessible!
What does a sweet seat include?
Sweet Seats are larger donations made in advance and guarantee you a set-out chair with the best possible view of the show. More info here.
Do you still offer golf cart service?
Yes! Folks with accessibility needs can book a ride from the upper parking lot of Point Pleasant Park to the Cambridge Battery. You must call or email ahead to book this service and must book before 4:30pm of the day you are planning to attend. Call us at 902 422 0295 or email us at info@shakespearebythesea.ca. See more information here.
Do you still offer Chair/Blanket Rentals
We do offer chair and blanket rentals for 5$ each when you arrive.
What is your Pet-Policy?
Well behaved pets are always allowed to attend our shows. Keep in mind that we perform in a public park and there will be other dogs present both in the audience and in the park.
What if the show is Cancelled?
Sometimes we have to cancel due to extreme heat or rain. The decision is made at 5pm on any night and our announcements will come out at that time across our Twitter, Facebook and Instagram and at the top of this website.
If it's cancelled, what about my tickets?
If you've booked tickets/Sweet Seats for a night that is cancelled you will receive an email notifying you as soon as possible. Then you will receive an email from Ticket Halifax with a code to re-book for a different date. If re-booking is impossible we can offer you a refund.
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