A Local Treasure with a National Reputation 

Now in its 27th season, Eastern Front Theatre is a Halifax theatre company dedicated to the development, production and promotion of Atlantic Canadian theatre artists. 

Committed to the pursuit of artistic excellence, the company engages and presents the work of Atlantic Canada’s most established Artists as well as fostering the successes of tomorrow. Featured in our wide range of programming are the works of both acclaimed writers and the experimental creations of emerging East Coast talents. 

With three Governor’s General Award nominations, Eastern Front Theatre has proven itself as a leader in the development of new Canadian plays.

Situated in Nova Scotia’s capital, Eastern Front Theatre has a strong record of community involvement; our partnerships with diverse community groups have built an inclusive atmosphere surrounding our operations. 

Robert Merritt Awards

Nominations are in and this year's nominees have done some exceptional work. 

​We are thrilled to announce that both of our productions last year received recognition.

Miss N Me by Catherine Banks received 4 nominations.

Emlyn Murray - Outstanding Costume Design
Tracy Fanous - Outstanding Choreography
Keke Beatz - Outstanding Original Score or Composition
Aaron Collier - Outstanding Sound Design

tiny by Bruce Barton and Zuppa Theatre received one nomination. 

Jess Lewis and Anna Shepard (video) - Outstanding Scenic Design 

Congratulations to all the nominees and we look forward to celebrating with you on award night - Monday, March 30. 

Introducing a new way to help.... The Patron Program

Interested in the work of Emerging Playwrights? This program will give you the opportunity to get closer to one playwright's work in progress. When you donate $100 or more, you will become an official Patron to a specific playwright and your money will go directly to the production costs associated with that playwright's final presentation at STAGES.

Our goal is to ensure each Playwright has five Patrons to help supplement the small budget already in place from RBC, EFT and PARC.

Benefits of being a Patron include:
  • A monthly email from your Playwright discussing what they worked on during the month and where they are in their process
  • Invitations to a Patron-Only Salon/Concert/Reading which will take place in March. Come meet your Playwright and the other members of the Program and hear what they and their colleagues have accomplished so far. A question and answer period will follow while you enjoy some wine and cheese. 
  • A special invitation to your playwright's final presentation at STAGES 
Being a Patron is a unique opportunity for you to see the direct impact that your giving dollars make on young artists.

Please join us with your tax-deductible gift of $100 or more.

For more details on this exciting program please contact: Elsa Pihl, Administrator at 902-466-2769.