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About Shell Theatre

Located inside the Dow Centennial Centre, Shell Theatre is Fort Saskatchewan’s premier performing arts venue. It hosts concerts, theatre productions, dance performances, and community events in a professional and welcoming space. Our fully equipped venue seats over 500 people. Come and discover why Shell Theatre is one of Fort Saskatchewan's hidden gems.

Tickets for all Performance Series events are available for sale in person at the Dow Centennial Centre front desk or one-hour prior to show time at the Box Office located in the Shell Theatre, by phone at 780-992-6400 or online at Ticketpro.ca.

All prices posted are the price you pay including all fees, handling and taxes!

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Shell Theatre has main floor wheelchair accessible seating available for you. You can request wheelchair accessible seating when ordering your tickets through the Dow Centennial Front desk or by phone at 780-992-6400.

Complimentary Handi-van

We offer a complimentary handi-van service so you can embrace special events at the Shell Theatre in partnership with the Special Transportation Services Society, the City of Fort Saskatchewan, and Shayne Sharp. The handi-van offers individual wheelchair accessibility plus bench seating for three people. To find out more please call: 780-940-5247.

We are on 8700 84 Street, Fort Saskatchewan, just off Highway 21, located in the Dow Centennial Centre.

We are only a 30-minute drive from downtown Edmonton, and are easily accessible from the Yellowhead highway.

We have free parking directly outside the main doors of the theatre. If the lot is full, there are plenty of overflow options nearby.

At Shell Theatre, there is not a bad seat in the house. See our seating map for more information.

View the Shell Theatre Seating Map

The Shell Theatre at the Dow Centennial Centre is a 538-seat venue for performances, weddings, and events, with pro sound, lighting, and an elegant lobby.

Venue Specifications:

  • Theatre House: 538 (388 mezzanine, 150 balcony)
  • Stage: 2,880 sq. ft. (200 standing, 102 seated)
  • Lobby: 4,010 sq. ft. (550 standing, 250 seated)
  • Dressing Rooms: 538 sq. ft. & 646 sq. ft.

More information on renting Shell Theatre

Volunteers are an important part of the Shell Theatre team, helping ensure every show runs smoothly. We welcome volunteers of all ages and experience levels.

Front-of-House Roles Include:

  • Ticket Taker – Scan or collect tickets at the entrance
  • Usher – Help guests find their seats and hand out programs
  • Lift Operator – Assist patrons with mobility needs using the lift
  • Access Control – Monitor entrances, exits, and backstage areas

Join us and be part of the live theatre experience! For more information, please contact the Front of House Supervisor at 780-992-6406.

Fill out the online volunteer application form. Alternatively, you can apply via email at shelltheatre@fortsask.ca.

Contact Us

Shell Theatre

Dow Centennial Centre
8700 84 Street
Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta T8L 4P5
Phone: 780-992-6400
Email: shelltheatre@fortsask.ca 

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