Thistle Theatre

Name: Thistle Theatre
Address: 135, Embro, ON, N0J1J0, CA
Telephone: +12267853353

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Thistle Theatre, located in Embro Ontario, has been producing a wide variety of plays since its inception in 1994. Thistle’s main production occurs every fall, usually in November, and on the rare occasion will have a second show in the spring. All of our productions take place in the historic Embro Town Hall which has seen many interesting characters over the last several years. There have been l

ots of orphans, a musical con artist, and a very tall rabbit. We’ve been to Brighton Beach and Camelot. We’ve been as far back as 1949, and gone Over the River and Through the Woods. This historic building can boast something of its own… probably the province’s smallest stage! And when you think that some of our biggest productions, full scale musicals that carry a cast of 30-40 people, this is quite a feat. The hall has a seating capacity of approximately 175 people, so it’s not surprising that when we present our musicals, 1/5 of the people in the auditorium are actually on stage! But it’s not just our stage that is cozy. So is the welcoming atmosphere that you will receive here at Thistle Theatre. Many of our new cast and crew members, and audience members coming to visit for the first time, all say they felt like family. So come and see us sometime! Thistle Theatre welcomes you.

06/12/2026

Last summer we had a special baton demonstration (fire included!) for our Dramarama campers!

Thanks for coming to visit us and share your talent Kim! ☀️

05/17/2026

CONGRATULATIONS SHRIRANG RAVAL!
We’re thrilled for you and your Outstanding Cameo Performance win at the WODL 2026 Festival. Playing Francis Hinkley in Thistle Theatre’s The Perils of Persephone by Dan Needles.

Congratulations to all the winners today!

04/30/2026

AUDITIONS: We've added an hour to each day to create more space! We are encouraging people to book and let everyone know you can reach out if you aren't able to find a time that works in your schedule. SIGN UP for your audition : https://thistle-theatre.com/auditions/
Reaching out - Contact Sylvie Weir .

04/28/2026

🎭 ☀️ EARLY BIRD DEADLINE ends May 1st! $300 for TWO WEEKS of camp!!! 🤩😍🤩 Onstage or backstage!

04/21/2026

Remembering the fabulous show put on in our theatre last year. Be sure to check out their upcoming show ✨

04/20/2026

✨ WODL Pre-Festival Nominations ✨

The Hadley Award
In Memory of Val and Fred Hadley
Outstanding Performance by a Juvenile
Sponsor: Joe Agocs
🎭Nominated: Becca Potter as Wendy Currie

The Christoper Covert Memorial Award
Outstanding Cameo Performance
Sponsors: Audrey Hummelen and Marie Prout
🎭Nominated: Shrirang Raval as Francis Hinkley

The Catherine Brickenden Award
In Memory of David Perkins
Outstanding Production of a Canadian Play
Sponsor: Sue Perkins
🎭Nominated: The Perils of Persephone by Dan Needles - Thistle Theatre, Embro

The Repuski Award
In Memory of Stephen Repuski
Outstanding Performance in a Supporting Role
Sponsor: Elizabeth Repuski
🎭Nominated: Becky Issenman as Skip Fuller

The London Community Players Award
Outstanding Performance in a Supporting Role
🎭Nominated: Becky Issenman as Skip Fuller

Congratulations everyone on your nominations!

03/30/2026

Thistle Theatre and the production team of Mighty Men of Zorra extend their sincere thanks to everyone who attended the show and to those who worked tirelessly behind the scenes.

With a cast of sixteen actors, a dedicated crew of ten, and playwright William Butt, this new production brought the proud history of Zorra Township vividly to life.

Staging the performance in the Embro Old Town Hall—built just one year before the final Tug of War victory—added a special sense of authenticity and connection to the story.

We are also deeply grateful to our sponsors for their support, with special thanks to the Zorra Caledonians.

- Don Hilborn, Producer

03/24/2026

These are screenshots of the seating that is still available for the last week of "Mighty Men of Zorra" (Saturday is sold out ) go now and visit our website to grab your seats before they're gone! www.thistle-theatre.com

Address

135
Embro, ON
N0J1J0

Telephone

+12267853353

Website

http://www.thistle-theatre.com/

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