Joseph R. Smallwood Arts and Culture Centre

Joseph R. Smallwood Arts and Culture Centre First opened it's doors on Wed. Sept 15, 1976 featuring on stage "The Gary Buck Show". Parking
General patron parking is at the rear of the building.

The Centre houses a 400 seat proscenium theatre, a 25 metre swimming pool, and art exhibition area. All performances, artists, prices, dates and times are subject to change without notice. Reserved areas are marked and parking in those areas may result in tickets being issued. Parking in fire lanes or handicap parking areas, is strictly prohibited. Coat Check
There is a staffed coat check availabl

e in the lower lobby complete with chairs to take off your boots! The charge for this service is $1.00 per coat – the coat check remains open until all patrons have left the building. Where is My Seat? All rows on the Main Theatre orchestra level are named A through S. The seat numbers start on the right of the auditorium and move to the left. Our highly trained ushers would be happy to show you to your seat. Washrooms
Washrooms are located in the coat check lobby. Wheelchair accessible washrooms with disability access stalls are located outside the theatre at Row R. Special Needs
The Arts and Culture Centre is fully wheelchair accessible. As wheelchair seating is limited, please book these seats in advance. Please let the Box Office know of special needs when ordering tickets. Need to Leave a Number for the Babysitter? The Theatre Office telephone - (709) 256-1082 - is answered until all patrons have left the theatre. Theatre Bar
The bar is usually open before a performance and during intermission, with a selection of beer, wines and spirits. Drinks are not permitted in the theatre – only bottled water is permitted. Latecomers – A Friendly Reminder
In order to ensure an enjoyable theatre experience for all, latecomers will not be seated until there is a suitable break in the performance, and will be seated where it will not interfere with the other patrons’ enjoyment of the performance. Scents & Sensibility
Many patrons are bothered by strong scents; some have severe allergic reactions. Please limit your use of scented products before coming to the theatre. Cameras, audio and video recordings are prohibited at all performances. Some musical concert performers allow photos. Please respect their requests. Please Remember to
Check your tickets for curtain time and date
Turn off all cellular phones and pagers during performances*
Be comfortable. Some people dress up; some people do not. The Arts and Culture Centre is pleased to provide a smoke-free environment.

* If you are anticipating an emergency call, you may leave your pager or cell phone with the House Manager, or Head Usher.

Sandy Moss’s students of the Paintastic Room are featured in this month’s art exhibit!Drop by the ACC between 12-6:30pm ...
05/26/2026

Sandy Moss’s students of the Paintastic Room are featured in this month’s art exhibit!

Drop by the ACC between 12-6:30pm this week to check out the great work by some budding artists 🧑‍🎨

Exhibit will be up until this Friday, May 29th.

We had an amazing time last night at Atlantic Jazz Nights: World-Class Afro Cuban Influenced Jazz, ACC Presentation Seri...
05/03/2026

We had an amazing time last night at Atlantic Jazz Nights: World-Class Afro Cuban Influenced Jazz, ACC Presentation Series! Up next in Gordon Pinsent Centre for the Arts tonight.
Thanks to all who came out! 🎶

🎶 Atlantic Jazz Nights is back at the Arts & Culture Centre! 🎶Get ready for an intimate, high-energy evening of world-cl...
04/29/2026

🎶 Atlantic Jazz Nights is back at the Arts & Culture Centre! 🎶

Get ready for an intimate, high-energy evening of world-class Afro-Cuban–influenced jazz with co artistic directors and JUNO Award–winning musicians Florian Hoefner (piano) and Jim Vivian (bass), live at the Joseph R. Smallwood Arts & Culture Centre on Saturday, May 2.

This provincial finale tour brings the Presentation Series 2025/26 Season to a thrilling close, inspired by the vibrant rhythms of Cuba.

Featuring special guests:

🎺 Michael Rodriguez (trumpet) – known for his work with Quincy Jones, Chick Corea, and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra, and one of today’s most versatile and in demand jazz voices.

🥁 Adam Cruz (drums) – one of the most creative drummers of his generation, celebrated for collaborations with Danilo Pérez, Tom Harrell, and Chris Potter. Modern Drummer Magazine praises Cruz for “pairing flawless technique and a crystalline touch with a level of prophetic intuition that is awe inspiring.”

🎶 Pre show performance:
Join us in the ACC lobby before the pre-show experience. Starting at 7:15 PM, we are thrilled to host the musical stylings of Doug and Karen Nevin alongside frontwoman Shauna Matthews of the Exploits Jazz Band! The Elks Club Bar will be open during this time with drinks and snacks available for purchase.

🎥 Watch this clip to hear Florian and Jim share why they’re excited to return and perform for audiences across the island:
https://youtu.be/Cg3kRW8-9ak

🎟️ Don’t miss this unforgettable night of jazz! Get your tickets today:
https://www.artsandculturecentre.com/gander/online/article/AtlanticJazzNightsTour

We had a fantastic night with Jason Cyrus! Catch him next at Arts and Culture Centre - Corner Brook tonight!
04/25/2026

We had a fantastic night with Jason Cyrus! Catch him next at Arts and Culture Centre - Corner Brook tonight!

On stage tonight: Hypnotist and showman Jason Cyrus !On stage next week: Atlantic Jazz Nights featuring pre-show by loca...
04/24/2026

On stage tonight: Hypnotist and showman Jason Cyrus !

On stage next week: Atlantic Jazz Nights featuring pre-show by local Jazz musicians Doug Nevin, Karen Nevin and Shauna Matthews!

Grab your tickets at the box office or online 🎟️

A great night in Gander last night at Menopause the Musical! 🎶
04/15/2026

A great night in Gander last night at Menopause the Musical! 🎶

Gander ladies are raucous! You made our night. What a crowd! Wish we could stay longer. 🎉😊👏💃🕺😆

We’ve just released a couple of seats for tonight’s performance of Menopause the Musical! Grab them before it’s sold out...
04/14/2026

We’ve just released a couple of seats for tonight’s performance of Menopause the Musical! Grab them before it’s sold out again! 709-256-1081

You wanted another chance to see Buddy Wasisname and the Other Fellers—and we made it happen! 🎶With both shows selling o...
04/06/2026

You wanted another chance to see Buddy Wasisname and the Other Fellers—and we made it happen! 🎶

With both shows selling out in a flash, we’ve managed to secure a third date — mark your calendars for Wednesday, November 18 for one more chance to see these legendary musicians return to the ACC!

Tickets for this newly added performance, part of the Arts & Culture Centre Presentation Series, go on sale Tuesday, April 7 at noon (that’s tomorrow!). Don’t miss out!

🎟️ Visit https://www.artsandculturecentre.com/gander/Online/article/BuddyWasisname2026 tomorrow for your chance to get some tickets!

We will be closed Friday Apr. 3rd - Sunday Apr. 5th.Regular box office hours will resume Monday, Apr. 6th (12pm-6pm).Gan...
04/03/2026

We will be closed Friday Apr. 3rd - Sunday Apr. 5th.

Regular box office hours will resume Monday, Apr. 6th (12pm-6pm).

Gander Dance Sapphire Tickets go on public sale Saturday Apr. 4th at 12pm (online only).

Gander Dance Emerald Tickets go on sale with coupons on Saturday Apr. 11th at 12pm and on public sale Saturday Apr. 18th at 12pm.

Tickets for all other shows can be purchased online at anytime: www.artsandculturecentre.com.

Happy Easter! 🐣🐰

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This is not an April Fool’s Joke! Tickets on sale for the legendary Buddy Wassisname and the Other Fellers today at noon...
04/01/2026

This is not an April Fool’s Joke!

Tickets on sale for the legendary Buddy Wassisname and the Other Fellers today at noon!

Phones will be busy so just a reminder that patrons can always purchase online: www.artsandculturecentre.com/gander

Address

155 Airport Boulvard
Gander, NL
A1V1K6

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 6pm
Tuesday 12pm - 6pm
Wednesday 12pm - 6pm
Thursday 12pm - 6pm
Friday 12pm - 6pm
Saturday 12pm - 6pm

Telephone

+17092561081

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