Temporary Closure of the Performance Hall at the Nancy & Ed Jackman Performance Centre
In November and December, the Performance Hall at the Nancy & Ed Jackman Performance Centre experienced water damage that impacted the floor and one of the walls. As a result, we made the difficult decision to temporarily close the theatre while the cause was identified and replacement flooring was ordered and scheduled for installation.
The offices, lobby, and the ABC Residents Association Studio remain undamaged and are still in use. The Studio is available for rent.
This closure has impacted several elements of our current season. The first two free concert series performances have been postponed and will be rescheduled for later in the year. In addition, January’s LOL: Laughing Out Lonely will now take place in the Ada Slaight Hall at Daniels Spectrum (585 Dundas St E) rather than at the Nancy & Ed Jackman Performance Centre.
This disruption has been deeply frustrating for Tapestry Opera and Nightwood Theatre. During the construction of the building, we invested substantially in waterproofing, and despite this, the issue arose from an unanticipated cause. While the cost for repairs and replacement will be undertaken by the landlord, the greater loss has been the inability to use our theatre space for nearly three months.
We are grateful to our artists, audiences, and partners for their flexibility and understanding, and we look forward to welcoming everyone back from February on.