La Nouvelle Scène Gilles Desjardins
Ottawa's francophone theatre centre — two studio theatres (173 + 80 seats), a bar/terrace, and interior courtyard. Home to Théâtre du Trillium, Vieille 17, Vox Théâtre, and Catapulte.
Features
About
La Nouvelle Scène Gilles Desjardins is Ottawa's dedicated francophone theatre centre on King Edward Avenue. The building houses two studio theatres — the larger at 173 seats, the smaller at 80 — plus a rehearsal studio, a bar/terrace space that holds 200+ for events, and an interior courtyard.
Four Ottawa-based francophone companies produce their seasons here: Théâtre du Trillium, Théâtre de la Vieille 17, Vox Théâtre, and Théâtre Catapulte. Interdisciplinary programming (theatre, music, dance) also brings in companies from across Canada and internationally.
Resident Companies
- Théâtre du Trillium
- Théâtre de la Vieille 17
- Vox Théâtre
- Théâtre Catapulte
What to Know
- Main Studio: 173 seats
- Second Studio: 80 seats
- Bar/Terrace: 200+ event capacity
- Interior Courtyard: Available for events
- Language: Francophone programming (most shows in French)
Visitor Information
- Tickets: Via nouvellescene.com or individual company sites
- Good for: French-speaking audiences, francophone theatre lovers
Getting There
- Address: 333 King Edward Avenue (Sandy Hill / Lowertown)
- Transit: Bus routes along Rideau/King Edward
- Parking: Street parking
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