A Message from the President
Welcome to the Port Stanley Festival Theatre Website!
On behalf of the Board of Directors, it is my distinct pleasure to welcome you to our digital home. We have designed this website with you in mind, and we hope you find it both informative and easy to navigate as you plan your next visit to our beautiful lakeside village.
A Season of Premieres and Performance at Port Stanley Festival Theatre, we pride ourselves on offering exceptional value and world-class entertainment. This season is particularly special, as our line-up features two World Premiere productions—continuing our commitment to bringing fresh, vibrant Canadian stories to our stage.
More Than Just a Summer Stage.
While our main stage season is a summer highlight, the theatre remains a hub of activity all year long. From October through April, we invite you to join us in the Grace Auditorium for a diverse array of musical productions that are sure to keep your spirits high during the off-season.
Join us for a drink and a vista. Don’t forget to visit the Pat and Ali Shakir roof top patio and enjoy a beverage before the show and during intermission, or join us for Musical Mondays featuring live entertainment and an unbeatable Lake Erie sunset.
Thank you for supporting live theatre. We look forward to seeing you in the lobby and under the lights!
Warm regards,
Ross Tucker
President, Board of Directors
Port Stanley Festival Theatre
Our Vision Statement: Port Stanley Festival Theatre is a developer of professional, live, diverse Canadian theatre. We enhance the community experience.
Board of Directors
Port Stanley Festival Theatre is a not-for-profit Ontario corporation, managed by a Board of Directors elected by the members of the organization at the Annual General Meeting.
At the AGM held on December 4, 2025, and the board meeting held immediately afterwards, the following officers and directors for 2026 were elected:
Executive Team – Ross Tucker (President), Chris Higgins (Secretary), Wanda Aitken (Treasurer), Joy Jackson (Compliance Officer)
Directors – Kevin Edwards, Kathy McNeil, Peter Leack, Dave MacDonald, Lisa Munday, Marla Champion.
Office Staff
Artistic Director – Liz Gilroy–519-782-4353
Production Manager – Joe Recchia – 519-782-4353
Marketing – Denise Lunn – 519-782-4353
Box Office Manager – Megan May – 519-782-4353
Facilities Supervisor – Michael Piscitelli – 519-782-4353