News from Confederation Centre of the Arts

Leadership gift honours a lifelong ambassador whose belief in Canada and the Centre inspired others to give Charlottetown, PEI – The Confederation Centre of the Arts is proud to announce that the central atrium being created as part of the Centre’s rejuvenation project will be named Lou MacEachern Atrium, in…

All-Island cast brings beloved Canadian children’s classic to life at the Centre’s Amphitheatre Highlights:* Free outdoor Theatre for Young Audiences musical at the Confederation Centre Amphitheatre* Featuring an all-Island cast and creative team* Family-friendly adventure inspired by a beloved Canadian children’s classic Charlottetown, PEI — Confederation Centre of the Arts…

Leadership gift by the Clancey family marks major investment in arts and culture on Prince Edward Island Charlottetown, PEI — The Confederation Centre of the Arts is proud to announce that the new rehearsal hall being built as part of the Centre’s Rejuvenation Project will be named Clancey Hall, in recognition of…

Part of the Fédération culturelle de l’Île-du-Prince-Édouard Programming at the Confederation Centre of the Arts (Charlottetown, PE) Islanders are invited to come shake off the winter chill and dance the blues away at Cabane Fever, a high-energy celebration of traditional folk music, song, and dance taking over The Mack on…

Charlottetown, P.E. (January 20, 2026) — The Confederation Centre is pleased to announce that the Honourable Justice Rosalie Silberman Abella, CC, FRSC is the winner of the 2026 Symons Meal, one of Canada’s most prestigious honours recognizing an individual who has made an exceptional contribution to Canadian life. Justice Abella…

(Charlottetown, PE) – Confederation Centre Art Gallery welcomes visitors this winter with two brand new exhibitions and one revamped exhibition. From contemporary sculpture and textile work that reframes “women’s work” through a feminist lens, to a rare selection of Canadian fine craft and painting drawn from Expo 67, these exhibitions…

Pan Wendt, Director of the Confederation Centre Art Gallery Charlottetown, PEI, December 18 — Confederation Centre of the Arts is pleased to announce the appointment of Pan Wendt as the new Director of the Confederation Centre Art Gallery. Wendt brings a strong record of leadership, artistic vision, and community engagement…

If you wander through the Confederation Centre Art Gallery this fall, you may come across two artworks that seem to have nothing to do with each other—yet feel uncannily linked. There’s a lush, digitally designed quilt by Maggie J. Whitten-Henry in the exhibition Undergrowth, and, elsewhere in A New Definition…

Charlottetown, PEI (November 19, 2025) — The Charlottetown Festival is thrilled to unveil the cast for its flagship production of Anne of Green Gables – The Musical™, returning in 2026 alongside the global phenomenon Come From Away. As the world’s longest-running annual musical, this beloved Canadian classic continues to capture…

Guest curator Christiana Myers has gathered eight emerging artists from Atlantic Canada for the probing, playful exhibition Undergrowth. CCAG publications coordinator Trevor Corkum recently caught up with Christiana to ask a few questions about the show.  Undergrowth is supported by the RBC Foundation and is on view until January 11,…

Confederation Centre of the Arts and the PEI Legion Choir present a moving musical tribute in honour of Remembrance Day and the Legion’s 100th Anniversary FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 14, 2025 Voices of Remembrance: A Choral Tribute to Legacy and Community Confederation Centre of the Arts and the PEI Legion…

Friends of the Confederation Centre of the Arts Announces Annual Festive Wreath Contest and Exhibition Charlottetown, PE – The Confederation Centre of the Arts is excited to announce the return of its annual Festive Wreath Contest and Exhibition hosted by the Friends of the Confederation Centre this holiday season. This…

This October, the Confederation Centre Art Gallery launches four bold exhibitions that invite audiences to see home, community, and creativity in new ways. From the playful subversions of comic art to immersive explorations of nature and technology, the fall season highlights both Island talent and diverse artistic voices.

September 17, 2025 – Award-winning author joins the veteran broadcaster on stage at Confederation Centre of the Arts, October 3, 2025  Charlottetown, PE – Veteran broadcast journalist Shelagh Rogers will join acclaimed novelist Miriam Toews on stage at the 2025 Symons Medal Presentation and Lecture at Confederation Centre of the…

Hilary Pearson, C.M (Charlottetown, PE) – Hilary Pearson, C.M., was recently appointed as a director to the national board of directors at Confederation Centre of the Arts, bringing a wealth of philanthropic experience to the role. Board chair, Bob Sear, states, “We are so pleased to welcome Hilary Pearson to…

    Lawrence MacAulay Credit: Bernard Thibodeau,House of Commons Photo Services (Charlottetown, PE) – The Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, P.C. was recently appointed as a governor to the national board of directors at Confederation Centre of the Arts, bringing a remarkable legacy of public service to his new role.Board chair, Bob…

May 22, 2025 – Esteemed Canadian writer Miriam Toews will be awarded the 2025 Symons Medal by Confederation Centre of the Arts on Friday, October 3.   The Symons Medal is one of Canada’s prestigious honours and recognizes individuals who have made an exceptional contribution to Canadian life. Held annually,…

May 21, 2025 – The story of Edward Mitchell Bannister’s life and art—from his humble beginnings in New Brunswick to international success—is a testament to the strength and conviction of his artistic vision. His story is shared in a new exhibition at Confederation Centre Art Gallery that opens on Saturday,…

May 12, 2025 – The global sensation Come From Away will join Anne of Green Gables–The Musical™ at The 2026 Charlottetown Festival for a summer that highlights the best of Atlantic Canada.   Come From Away is based on the true story of a small town that welcomed the world. What…

May 1, 2025 – With Canada’s economy and sovereignty currently under threat, the Charlottetown Forum is a crucial venue for discussions on issues facing the country. Presented by Confederation Centre of the Arts, the Forum includes two days of essential discourse exploring critical topics for Canada at this pivotal moment…

April 30, 2025 – Confederation Centre of the Arts is thrilled to announce that Cavendish Farms is the title sponsor of The 2025 Charlottetown Festival. The agreement will support the six productions running from mid-June to the end of August, which will be attended by tens of thousands of Islanders…

April 14, 2025 – The PEI Symphony Orchestra (PEISO), in collaboration with Confederation Centre of the Arts, will transport audiences to a galaxy far, far away at May the Fourth Be With You: The Music of Star Wars – a special concert where patrons are invited to dress in costume…

April 8, 2025 – Islanders and several familiar faces will star in the musicals Tell Tale Harbour and Million Dollar Quartet at The 2025 Charlottetown Festival. Playing at the Sobey Family Theatre, the Centre’s main stage, the productions are cross-cast – meaning many company members appear in both productions. East…

March 25, 2025 – A collection of still life and landscape paintings by Island artist Ben Kinder will be on view at Confederation Centre Art Gallery this spring. An official opening reception will be held at the Gallery on Saturday, March 29 at 7 p.m.   “Ben Kinder was a long-time…

March 12, 2025 – Four shows full of Island talent will play at The Mack this summer as part of The 2025 Charlottetown Festival. In addition to Tell Tale Harbour and Million Dollar Quartet at the Sobey Family Theatre, the Centre’s main stage, The Mack will host four productions featuring…

February 19, 2025 – Ten Island residents passionate about culture and community have formed the inaugural youth advisory board at Confederation Centre of the Arts. Last year, the Centre conducted a community engagement survey that showed the need to do more to engage with two groups in particular; people under…

February 4, 2025 – The second Charlottetown Forum will explore topics that are top of mind for people in Canada, including healthcare, climate change, and restoring dialogue in polarizing times. Meeting at Confederation Centre of the Arts next to the site of the 1864 Charlottetown Conference, the Charlottetown Forum seeks…

January 30, 2025 – Island celebrations for this year’s Les Rendez-vous de la Francophonie (RVF) will kick off with a lively Mardi Gras concert and a mask making workshop at Confederation Centre of the Arts. March is recognized as the month of the Francophonie around the world. Throughout the month,…

January 28, 2025 – New exhibitions featuring a wide range of artworks by Canadian artists are on view this winter at Confederation Centre Art Gallery. The public is invited to view the exhibitions at the Winter Gallery Opening on Saturday, February 1 at 7 p.m. Guests will enjoy light refreshments,…

January 9, 2025 – Confederation Centre of the Arts is embarking on the largest transformation in its 60-year history, with a bold vision to become a leading facilitator of dialogue on Confederation and a leading producer of Canadian culture and storytelling. At the centre of this evolution is the creation…

November 25, 2024 – A major renovation project that will transform the former library space at Confederation Centre of the Arts is now underway. Supported by the Governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island, the $65-million project will result in the founding of a new cultural leadership institute, which will…

November 21, 2024 – Confederation Centre Art Gallery’s retrospective on Island artist Erica Rutherford will tour to four provinces starting in June 2025 with a stop at the National Gallery of Canada in Ottawa. The exhibition Erica Rutherford: Her Lives and Works includes over 100 pieces by the late artist…

November 15, 2024 – Tell Tale Harbour, an original Canadian musical starring Alan Doyle, is returning to The Charlottetown Festival next summer with a newly reworked production. The musical full of East Coast pride delighted audiences when it made its world premiere at The 2022 Charlottetown Festival and completed a…

October 23, 2024 – Two new board members were recently appointed to the national board of directors at Confederation Centre of the Arts – Tom Dunne of Stanley Bridge, Prince Edward Island joins as a governor, and Joanne Hames of Halifax, Nova Scotia joins as a director. “Both Tom and…

October 2, 2024 – The Confederation Chamber Replica currently housed at Confederation Centre of the Arts will close at the end of October to prepare for the reopening of Province House National Historic Site in 2025. When Province House closed for essential conservation work in 2015, Parks Canada and Confederation…

September 27, 2024 – Two Island entertainers will return to Confederation Centre of the Arts for the LIVE @ the Centre 2024-2025 season. Sponsored by CompassTech, the LIVE @ the Centre program features an eclectic lineup of entertainment, from music to comedy to magic. After a sold out run of…

Le français suit September 26, 2024 – A new book that presents the inspiring 20-year history of one of Canada’s most prestigious awards has just been released.   Co-published by the University of Ottawa Press and Confederation Centre of the Arts and written by Harvey Sawler, The Symons Medal: Twenty Years…

Clockwise from top left: Christy Clark, Philippe Couillard, Joseph Handley, Frank McKenna.  September 12, 2024 – Four former premiers will speak about creating a harmonious country, embracing change, Indigenous self-governance, Quebec affirmation, and more at Confederation Centre of the Arts on October 15 to mark the 20th anniversary of the…

(Charlottetown, PE) – After three seasons at The Charlottetown Festival, company member Trevor Patt is returning to Toronto to take on the role of Pumbaa in The Lion King with Mirvish Productions.   Audiences have seen Patt perform in Festival productions such as Evangeline, Munschables, Anne of Green Gables–The Musical™, and…

August 15, 2024 – Vive l’Acadie! Confederation Centre of the Arts marked National Acadian Day by flying the Acadian flag on its Lou MacEachern Plaza. An official flag-raising ceremony was held today to add the Acadian flag as a permanent fixture outside the Centre alongside the Canadian flag, provincial and…

An iconic 80s rock band, an internationally renowned comedian, and a skilled illusionist are just a few of the acts coming to Confederation Centre of this Arts this fall and winter.   Sponsored by CompassTech, the LIVE @ the Centre 2024-2025 season will kick off in October with JUNO Award-winning musician…

Over the next few months, we’re in conversation with artists, curators, and others regarding our current exhibitions at the Confederation Centre Art Gallery.  This week, we chat with Gail Rutherford, an artist, illustrator, and teacher about her thoughts and insights on the Erica Rutherford: Her Lives and Works exhibition. This…

August 1, 2024 – The long-running variety concert from The Charlottetown Festival company returns on Sunday, August 25 with exclusive one-night-only performances. Back for its 44th edition, The Maud (Maud Whitmore Variety Concert) is a beloved event known for its wide range of acts – from music to dance to…

July 23, 2024 – Islanders looking for a more relaxed theatre experience have an opportunity to see two legendary musicals in a unique environment this summer. Confederation Centre of the Arts is offering sensory-friendly performances at The 2024 Charlottetown Festival for Anne of Green Gables–The Musical™ and Jersey Boys. Sensory-friendly…

June 19, 2024 – Four new exhibitions featuring a wide range of Canadian artists are on view this summer at Confederation Centre Art Gallery. The public is invited to view the exhibitions at the Summer Gallery Opening on Friday, June 21 at 7 p.m. The event will begin in Memorial…

– Lecture and presentation scheduled for Tuesday, October 15 –  Cliquez ici pour la version française. May 30, 2024 – Confederation Centre of the Arts will award four former premiers with the prestigious Symons Medal this October to mark the 20th anniversary of the annual medal presentation and lecture.  The…

April 23, 2024 – One of downtown Charlottetown’s prized performance venues is celebrating a milestone anniversary. The Mack, an intimate cabaret venue operated by Confederation Centre of the Arts, celebrated its 50th anniversary at a rededication event that welcomed guests to see upgrades to the space and learn about the…

April 11, 2024 – Dynamic shows from Island performers will bring lively dance and music to downtown Charlottetown this summer at Confederation Centre of the Arts. The 2024 Charlottetown Festival will feature two productions at the Centre’s Outdoor Amphitheatre, a venue known for accessible and family-friendly performances. Celebrating over a…

April 4, 2024 – The first Prince Edward Island artist to be featured at the prestigious Venice Biennale will be honoured through a retrospective at Confederation Centre Art Gallery this summer.   La Biennale di Venezia kicks off the 60th edition of its international art exhibition this month and is set…

March 26, 2024 – A one-man comedy show inspired by Prince Edward Island’s 70 Mile Coastal Yard Sale will be a part of The 2024 Charlottetown Festival at Confederation Centre of the Arts. Written and performed by Islander Justin Shaw, 70 Mile Yard Sale shares a story about a madcap…

Wednesday, March 13, 2024 – Confederation Centre of the Arts is thrilled to share that the federal and provincial governments have announced a combined investment of more than $47 million towards the Centre’s revitalization of its south pavilion. Announced by Minister Lawrence MacAulay; MP Sean Casey; MP Heath MacDonald; Premier…

Cliquez ici pour la version française March 4, 2024 – Four new exhibitions featuring a wide range of Canadian artists are on view this winter at Confederation Centre Art Gallery. The public is invited to view the exhibitions at the Winter Gallery Opening on Saturday, March 9 at 7 p.m. Guests will…

Le français suit February 28, 2024 – Three new board members were recently appointed to the national board of directors at Confederation Centre of the Arts. The additions include Katie Arsenault of Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island; Patricia Bovey of Winnipeg, Manitoba; and Donna McDougall of Hudson, Québec. “Hailing from three…

– Select Festival tickets on sale to celebrate Islander Day – Several Islanders and familiar faces will star in the legendary shows Anne of Green Gables–The Musical™ and Jersey Boys at The 2024 Charlottetown Festival. Playing at Sobey Family Theatre, the Centre’s main stage, the productions are cross-cast – meaning most company members appear…

After graduating with an acting degree during the COVID-19 pandemic, Devon McCarron found it impossible to find work in theatre. Performing arts venues were closed and she felt disconnected from the industry – but a backstage training program at Confederation Centre of the Arts led her to new career opportunities…

January 19, 2024 – Island performer Jessica Gallant will return to The Charlottetown Festival this summer with a new production that pays tribute to country music legend Dolly Parton. Becoming Dolly is an exhilarating cabaret show that explores the life of one of the greatest singer-songwriters of our time. Gallant…

January 15, 2024 – A new stage production telling a story of the special connection between Japan and Prince Edward Island is currently in development. Confederation Centre of the Arts has commissioned writer Carolyn Nakagawa to adapt the book Anne’s Cradle: The Life and Works of Hanako Muraoka into a play. The…

November 22, 2023 – The Prince Edward Island Symphony Orchestra (PEISO) and dance umbrella at Confederation Centre of the Arts are reuniting to stage a beloved holiday classic. The two groups are collaborating on a production of The Nutcracker, which will have two performances at the Centre’s Sobey Family Theatre…

Le 2 novembre 2023 – Alors que le Centre des arts de la Confédération célèbrera son 60e anniversaire en 2024, il présentera deux comédies musicales légendaires au Festival de Charlottetown. Anne of Green Gables–The Musical™ et Jersey Boys seront à l’affiche du Théâtre de la famille Sobey, le grand théâtre…

November 2, 2023 – As Confederation Centre of the Arts celebrates 60 years in 2024, it will present two legendary musicals as part of The Charlottetown Festival. Anne of Green Gables–The Musical™ and Jersey Boys will play at Sobey Family Theatre, the Centre’s main stage, through the summer.   “The story…

– Le vernissage des expositions d’automne aura lieu le 21 octobre –  Cinq nouvelles expositions qui portent sur le changement climatique, l’histoire du Canada et l’identité au Canada atlantique seront en montre cet automne au Musée d’art du Centre de la Confédération (MACC). Le public est invité au vernissage de…

Cliquez ici pour la version française. – Fall Gallery opening to be held on October 21 – October 17, 2023 – Five new exhibitions speaking to climate change, Canadian history, and Atlantic Canadian identity are on view this fall at Confederation Centre Art Gallery (CCAG). The public is invited to…

Le 11 october 2023 – En novembre, le Centre des arts de la Confédération présentera deux évènements nationaux réunissant des personnalités des mondes de la politique, du journalisme et des arts. La remise de médaille et causerie Symons, présentées depuis de nombreuses années, et le premier Forum de Charlottetown auront…

Cliquez ici pour la version française. October 11, 2023 – Two national events featuring leaders in politics, journalism, and the arts will be hosted by Confederation Centre of the Arts in November. The long-running Symons Medal Presentation and Lecture and inaugural Charlottetown Forum will take place from Wednesday, November 8…

– Les billets sont maintenant disponibles pour la causerie de Michael Ignatieff – Le 12 septembre, 2023 – L’un des universitaires les plus réputés du Canada présentera son point de vue sur l’état de la Confédération canadienne le 8 novembre, à titre de lauréat de la médaille Symons 2023. Plus…

Cliquez ici pour la version française. – Tickets available now for lecture given by Michael Ignatieff – September 12, 2023 – One of Canada’s most esteemed academics will give his take on the state of Canadian Confederation on November 8 as the recipient of the 2023 Symons Medal. Earlier this…

Le 11 septembre 2023 – Près d’un an après que l’ouragan Fiona a frappé l’Île-du-Prince-Édouard, une nouvelle exposition du PEI Crafts Council (PEICC) offre aux Insulaires une plate-forme de réflexion sur les expériences qu’ils ont alors vécues. L’exposition Destruction reformulée : l’ouragan Fiona, de près et en personne en montre…

Pour la version française, cliquez ici. September 11, 2023 – Nearly a year after Hurricane Fiona impacted Prince Edward Island, a new exhibition from the PEI Crafts Council (PEICC) offers a platform for Islanders to reflect on shared experiences in the wake of the storm. Presented at Confederation Centre Art…

– Concert takes place September 16 – The beloved variety show from The Charlottetown Festival company returns this month for a late-night performance at The Mack. Back for its 44th edition, the Maud Whitmore Benefit Concert (The Maud) is a one-night-only event known for its wide range of performances –…

– Islander Jessica Gallant to join cast of I’m Every Woman – August 24, 2023 – After performing in MAGGIE and I’m Every Woman this summer, Charlottetown Festival company member Nicola-Dawn Brook is making a move to London’s West End. Her final performance will be on August 26, after which…

– On accepte maintenant les inscriptions pour la nouvelle saison – Le 18 août 2023 – Le programme de chant choral du Centre des arts de la Confédération est maintenant sous la direction du chef d’orchestre, éducateur et artiste Nick MacDonald. Nick MacDonald est né à Boston et a grandi…

– Annonce de la programmation de @ l’affiche au Centre 2023-2024 – Le 16 août 2023 – Musiciens lauréats, humoristes, troupes de danse innovatrices et plus encore vous attendent au Centre des arts de la Confédération cet automne et cet hiver. La saison de la programmation de @ l’affiche au…

Pour la version française, cliquez ici. – Choir registration now open for new season – August 18, 2023 – The choral music program at Confederation Centre of the Arts is under the new leadership of conductor, educator, and performer Nick MacDonald. Born in Boston and raised in New Hampshire, he…

Pour la version française, cliquez ici. – LIVE @ the Centre 2023-2024 lineup just announced – August 16, 2023 – Award-winning musicians, comedians, innovative dance companies, and are coming to Confederation Centre of this Arts this fall and winter. The 2023-2024 LIVE @ the Centre season will kick off with…

Le 28 juillet 2023 – On peut maintenant se procurer les laissez-passer pour le premier Forum de Charlottetown – un évènement rassembleur national qui réunira des leaders, des artistes et le public pour discuter de sujets d’importance pour les Canadiens. Le Forum de Charlottetown, qui se tiendra au Centre des…

Le 29 juillet 2023 – Le Centre des arts de la Confédération se prépare à lancer le Forum de Charlottetown – un évènement rassembleur national qui réunira des leaders, des artistes et le public pour discuter de sujets d’importance pour les Canadiens. Le Forum de Charlottetown se tiendra le 9…

– Ce fond aide à la présentation de concerts de musique classique au Centre – Le 24 juillet 2023 – Lors d’un concert de l’Orchestre national des jeunes du Canada au Centre des arts de la Confédération, le dimanche 23 juillet, on a annoncé avoir reçu un don de 250…

Pour la version française, cliquez ici. – Fund helps support live classical music at the Centre – Jul 24, 2023 – A gift of $250,000, in the form of a life insurance policy, was announced during a performance from the National Youth Orchestra of Canada at Confederation Centre of the…

Pour la version française, cliquez ici. July 13, 2023 – Passes are now available for the inaugural Charlottetown Forum – a national event that brings together artists, leaders, and the public to convene for discussions on matters of importance to Canadians. Meeting at Confederation Centre of the Arts next to…

Pour la version française, cliquez ici. July 11, 2023 – Confederation Centre of the Arts is preparing to launch Charlottetown Forum – a national convening event that brings together leaders, artists, and the public to discuss matters of importance to Canadians.  Following the Symons Medal Presentation and Lecture on November…

Le 20 juin 2023 – Cet été, dans le cadre du Festival de Charlottetown 2023 du Centre des arts de la Confédération, vous pourrez voir et entendre le spectacle de style cabaret dynamique I’m Every Woman. Le Festival présente cette année six productions dans ses trois salles dont MAGGIE, The…

Le 16 juin 2023 – Après avoir joué à guichet fermé lors d’une tournée des Maritimes l’an dernier, The Songs of Johnny & June revient au Centre des arts de la Confédération cet été, dans le cadre du Festival de Charlottetown 2023. Cette année, le Festival présente six productions dans ses…

Pour la version française, cliquez ici. June 20, 2023 – Nearly 50 hit songs are packed into the lively cabaret show I’m Every Woman, playing at Confederation Centre of the Arts this summer as part of The 2023 Charlottetown Festival. This year’s Festival includes six productions across the Centre’s three…

Pour la version française, cliquez ici. June 16, 2023 – After playing packed houses on a tour of the Maritimes last year, The Songs of Johnny & June returns to Confederation Centre of the Arts this summer as part of The 2023 Charlottetown Festival. This year’s Festival includes six productions…

– Réouverture du Musée avec de nouvelles expositions le 10 juin – Le 6 juin 2023 – Cet été, le Musée d’art du Centre de la Confédération (MACC) présentera trois nouvelles expositions dont une consiste en la plus impressionnante collection privée d’art canadien au Canada. CCAG est heureux de présenter…

Pour la version française, cliquez ici. – Gallery reopens with new exhibitions on June 10 – June 6, 2023 – Three new exhibitions will be on view at Confederation Centre Art Gallery (CCAG) this summer, including one of the country’s most impressive private collections of Canadian art. CCAG is thrilled…

June 1, 2023 – Confederation Centre Art Gallery invites artists of all ages and disciplines, professional and non-professional, to register for the 17th annual Artist Trading Cards event. Artist trading cards are miniature works of art. They can be created with any material imaginable, including paper, wool, wood, clay, and…

Le 30 mai 2023 – Un des universitaires les plus réputés du Canada recevra la médaille Symons 2023 du Centre des arts de la Confédération, en novembre, juste avant le lancement inaugural du Forum de Charlottetown. Le Centre a annoncé que l’honorable Michael Ignatieff, PC, CM, sera la 23e lauréat de…

Pour la version française, cliquez ici. May 30, 2023 – One of Canada’s most esteemed academics will be awarded the 2023 Symons Medal by Confederation Centre of the Arts in November, just before the launch of the inaugural Charlottetown Forum. The Centre announced that the Honourable Michael Ignatieff, PC, CM,…

May 18, 2023 – What has been called “the funniest play Broadway has ever seen” by HuffPost is coming to The Charlottetown Festival this summer. Playing at Sobey Family Theatre, the Centre’s mainstage, The Play That Goes Wrong is an award-winning smash-hit comedy that has taken over Broadway and London’s West End.…

– Interactive event to discuss the impact of immigration – May 15, 2023 – Over a third of Prince Edward Islanders have ancestral ties to Scotland, the setting for the new musical MAGGIE coming to The 2023 Charlottetown Festival. The show explores immigration and its impact on families, so Confederation…

– Select Festival tickets on sale for Mother’s Day – April 27, 2023 – To celebrate the upcoming Mother’s Day, Confederation Centre of the Arts announced the cast and creative team bringing MAGGIE to the stage for The 2023 Charlottetown Festival. Set in post-war Scotland, MAGGIE tells the inspirational tale…

Le 20 avril 2023 – Une nouvelle comédie musicale canadienne du producteur initial de Come From Away et du célèbre artiste interprète Johnny Reid prendra l’affiche à Charlottetown cet été. MAGGIE dont l’histoire se déroule en Écosse, après la guerre, raconte l’histoire inspirante d’une concierge d’école passionnée qui vivait dans…

Le 18 avril 2023 – Cet été, pour la première fois, on pourra voir une des collections d’art canadien privées les plus impressionnantes du Canada. En juin, le Musée d’art du Centre de la Confédération (MACC) présentera Générations : la famille Sobey et l’art canadien, une exposition qui réunit des…

Le 12 avril 2023 – Une programmation familiale de retour dans l’amphithéâtre en plein air du Centre de la Confédération cet été. Munschables, un spectacle familial débordant d’énergie, est de retour à la demande populaire. Il puise parmi les livres bien-aimés de l’auteur pour enfants Robert Munsch pour créer un…

– Contest launched for Maritimers to win a trip to opening night –  April 20, 2023 – A new Canadian musical from the originating producer of Come From Away and celebrated recording artist Johnny Reid is set to play in Charlottetown this summer. Set in post-war Scotland, MAGGIE tells the…

April 18, 2023 – One of Canada’s most impressive private collections of Canadian art will be on public display in the Maritimes for the first time this summer. Coming to Confederation Centre Art Gallery (CCAG) in June, Generations: The Sobey Family and Canadian Art braids together works by early European…

April 12, 2023 – Family-friendly programming returns to the Outdoor Amphitheatre at Confederation Centre of the Arts this summer. Back by popular demand, the high-energy show Munschables will bring a selection of stories from beloved children’s author Robert Munsch to life through an interactive and musical performance. Sponsored by TD Ready Commitment,…

April 5, 2023 – Friends of Confederation Centre of the Arts are now accepting donations for one of their most anticipated annual fundraising events – the Pinch Penny Fair. The Centre is now accepting gently used items, including: household items, books, sporting goods, toys, plants, music, jewelry, furniture, tools, glassware,…

April 4, 2023 – Island residents have the unique opportunity to win a specially curated piece through an exclusive art lottery. Friends of Confederation Centre of the Arts are hosting Art Lotto, a fundraiser to support arts education programs at the Centre as well as Island artists. Each month, a…