Victoria Playhouse Petrolia

Victoria Playhouse Petrolia World-class theatre in the beautiful town of Petrolia, Ontario. Co-Artistic Directors David Hogan & D
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About the Victoria Playhouse Petrolia

Victoria Playhouse is a gem of a theatre located in the Victoria Hall in Petrolia, just 3 hours from Toronto, 1 hour from London, 1 1/2 hours from Detroit and 20 minutes from Sarnia in Ontario or Port Huron right across the border in Michigan, USA. The VPP presents world-class performances throughout their summer season (April-October) and glorious Christmas productions, annually.

Opening Day has arrived for Ed’s Garage!Audiences have been firing on all cylinders during previews this week, and we’re...
06/13/2026

Opening Day has arrived for Ed’s Garage!

Audiences have been firing on all cylinders during previews this week, and we’re thrilled to officially throw open the garage doors this afternoon.

Dan Needles’ touching and hilarious comedy proves that sometimes the toughest thing to fix isn’t the tractor, the truck, or the combine - it’s ourselves. Filled with laughs, heart, and plenty of small-town Ontario charm, Ed’s Garage is a ride you won’t want to miss. So grab your keys, shift into theatre mode, and join Layne Coleman, Mischa Aravena, Mark Crawford, and Colleen Furlan for this heartwarming comedy, on stage now through June 26. 1-800-717-7694 thevpp.ca
Director: David Hogan
Stage Manager: Ben Tuck
Assistant Stage Manager: Ian Walsh
Original Music: Mark Payne
Sound Designer: Pat Morrison
Costume, Lighting & Set Design: D2 Entertainment
Set Carpentry: Gus Croteau Jr.
Head of Lighting: Chelsea Vanoverbeke
Technical Crew: Sophia Lavergne, Pedro Martins, Keltin Stanners & Dawson Strangway

📸 Photo by Diane O’Dell

🔧 The garage doors are open!Congratulations to the company of Ed's Garage, which begins performances this afternoon. Dan...
06/09/2026

🔧 The garage doors are open!
Congratulations to the company of Ed's Garage, which begins performances this afternoon. Dan Needles' beloved comedy is packed with small-town charm, big laughs, unforgettable characters, and enough heart to fill the whole workshop.

Led by Layne Coleman, alongside Mischa Aravena, Mark Crawford, and Colleen Furlan, this remarkable cast keeps the laughs coming while reminding us that sometimes the toughest things to fix aren't found under the hood.

If you're looking for a performance filled with humour, warmth, and a healthy dose of rural Ontario spirit, pull into Ed's Garage before it closes up shop.
🚜 On stage now through June 26. Book your tickets today at thevpp.ca or call 1-800-717-7694.

Director: David Hogan
Stage Manager: Ben Tuck
Assistant Stage Manager: Ian Walsh
Original Music by: Mark Payne
Sound Designer: Pat Morrison
Costume, Lighting & Set Design: D2 Entertainment
Set Carpentry: Gus Croteau Jr.
Head of Lighting: Chelsea Vanoverbeke
Technical Crew: Sophia Lavergne, Pedro Martins, Keltin Stanners & Dawson Strangway
Photos by Diane O'Dell

06/04/2026

🔧 Meet the company of Ed's Garage and help us give a warm VPP welcome to four incredible artists making their Victoria Playhouse Petrolia debuts! Before they hit the stage, get to know them through a few fast-paced, farm-inspired questions in our latest 'Meet the Company' video! 🚜

Starring: Layne Coleman as Ed, Mark Crawford as Nick, Colleen Furlan as Cassandra, and Mischa Aravena as Peter.

ED'S GARAGE
Written by Dan Needles
Director David Hogan; Stage Manager Ben Tuck; Assistant Stage Manager Ian Walsh
If you loved Wingfield, you'll feel right at home in this charming small-town tale filled with laughter, heart, and unforgettable characters! On stage June 9 to 26
For Tickets: thevpp.ca 1-800-717-7694

Mark Crawford joins this morning at 7:10 a.m. and 9:40 a.m. to talk about Ed’s Garage! Don’t miss your chance to learn ...
06/03/2026

Mark Crawford joins this morning at 7:10 a.m. and 9:40 a.m. to talk about Ed’s Garage! Don’t miss your chance to learn all about this heartfelt comedy, by Dan Needles.

VPP audiences will recognize Mark as the playwright behind The New Canadian Curling Club and The Birds and the Bees- now, this accomplished performer is making his VPP debut on stage!

Hear all about the show, then see it live! Listen to Mark’s interview here: https://foxfm.com

Ed’s Garage runs June 9 to June 26 at Victoria Playhouse Petrolia.

🎟 thevpp.ca | 📞 1-800-717-7694

As the curtain falls on I Do! I Do! tonight, we’re feeling incredibly grateful to have shared this timeless Broadway gem...
05/29/2026

As the curtain falls on I Do! I Do! tonight, we’re feeling incredibly grateful to have shared this timeless Broadway gem with VPP audiences. ❤️ Day after day, patrons fell in love with the warmth, wit and chemistry of Sarah Higgins and Michael Vanhevel as they brought this beautiful story of marriage, memories and music to life on our stage. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us for the journey- if you haven’t seen it yet, there’s still time! Limited tickets remain for tonight’s final performance - and don’t forget to stay after the show for the post-show cabaret! 🎶 FOR TICKETS: 1-800-717-7694 thevpp.ca

I Do! I Do!
Book and Lyrics by Tom Jones | Music by Harvey Schmidt
Starring Sarah Higgins & Michael Vanhevel
Featuring:
Evan Chambers (Percussion)
Charlie Kramers (Bass)
Nathan Nykor (Keys)
Director/Choreographer: David Hogan
Music Director/Piano: Mark Payne
Stage Manager: Barbara McLean Wright
Apprentice Stage Manager: Sophia Lavergne
Sound Designer: Pat Morrison
Sound Operator: Kirk Ramsay
Costume Design: Alex Amini
Lighting & Set Design: D2 Entertainment
Set Carpentry: Gus Croteau Jr.
Head of Lighting: Chelsea Vanoverbeke
Technical Crew: Pedro Martins, Keltin Stanners & Dawson Strangway
🎟 thevpp.ca | 📞 1-800-717-7694

For better, for worse…but definitely not forever - you only have until THIS FRIDAY, MAY 29 to catch I Do! I Do! at the V...
05/26/2026

For better, for worse…but definitely not forever - you only have until THIS FRIDAY, MAY 29 to catch I Do! I Do! at the VPP! Trust us, this charming Broadway gem is worth committing to! For tickets: thevpp.ca | 📞 1-800-717-7694

I Do! I Do!
Book and Lyrics by TOM JONES | Music by HARVEY SCHMIDT
Starring SARAH HIGGINS & MICHAEL VANHEVEL
and featuring
Evan Chambers (Percussion)
Charlie Kramers (Bass)
Nathan Nykor (Keys)
Director/Choreographer: David Hogan
Music Director/Piano: Mark Payne
Stage Manager: Barbara McLean Wright
Apprentice Stage Manager: Sophia Lavergne
Sound Designer: Pat Morrison
Sound Operator: Kirk Ramsay
Costume Design: Alex Amini
Lighting & Set Design: D2 Entertainment
Set Carpentry: Gus Croteau Jr.
Head of Lighting: Chelsea Vanoverbeke
Technical Crew: Pedro Martins, Keltin Stanners & Dawson Strangway

05/22/2026

A little something extra from us to you. 🎶
As a special surprise, we filmed this standalone performance of “My Cup Runneth Over with Love” featuring Michael Vanhevel - completely outside the world of the show and created just for fun. While you won’t see him crooning quite like this in the production, you will discover how this memorable song is beautifully woven into the heart of the timeless Broadway musical I Do! I Do! alongside his phenomenal co-star Sarah Higgins. Funny, tender and unexpectedly catchy… this song has been charming audiences for generations. ❤️
I Do! I Do! is now on stage through May 29.
🎟 thevpp.ca | 📞 1-800-717-7694

Special thanks to Mark Payne on piano, Kirk Ramsay on sound, Uppaladder Videography & MV for the post-production editing.

Can you help us find these props for ED'S GARAGE? Thank you so much in advance!
05/19/2026

Can you help us find these props for ED'S GARAGE? Thank you so much in advance!

Heading into Week Two of I DO! I DO! ❤ and the love keeps growing! Audiences are falling head over heels for this hilar...
05/19/2026

Heading into Week Two of I DO! I DO! ❤ and the love keeps growing! Audiences are falling head over heels for this hilarious, heartfelt Broadway musical, with many patrons already coming back to see it again (and bringing friends along too!).

Michael Vanhevel & Sarah Higgins are pure magic together in this charming celebration of love, marriage and everything in between. Don’t miss the show everyone’s talking about!
Now on stage until May 29.
For tickets: thevpp.ca | 1-800-717-7694

I Do! I Do!
Book and Lyrics by TOM JONES | Music by HARVEY SCHMIDT
Starring SARAH HIGGINS & MICHAEL VANHEVEL
and featuring
Evan Chambers (Percussion)
Charlie Kramers (Bass)
Nathan Nykor (Keys)
Director/Choreographer: David Hogan
Music Director/Piano: Mark Payne
Stage Manager: Barbara McLean Wright
Apprentice Stage Manager: Sophia Lavergne
Sound Designer: Pat Morrison
Sound Operator: Kirk Ramsay
Costume Design: Alex Amini
Lighting & Set Design: D2 Entertainment
Set Carpentry: Gus Croteau Jr.
Head of Lighting: Chelsea Vanoverbeke
Technical Crew: Pedro Martins, Keltin Stanners & Dawson Strangway

Marriage is all about harmony…with a little chaos and comedy mixed in! I DO! I DO! officially opens today, and audiences...
05/16/2026

Marriage is all about harmony…with a little chaos and comedy mixed in!
I DO! I DO! officially opens today, and audiences are falling in love with this hilarious, heartfelt celebration of marriage, music and the beautifully ridiculous moments along the way.

On stage now until May 29!
🎟 thevpp.ca | 📞 1-800-717-7694

I Do! I Do!
Book and Lyrics by: TOM JONES
Music by: HARVEY SCHMIDT

Starring
SARAH HIGGINS & MICHAEL VANHEVEL

Featuring
Evan Chambers (Percussion)
Charlie Kramers (Bass)
Nathan Nykor (Keys)

Director/Choreographer: David Hogan
Music Director/Piano: Mark Payne
Stage Manager: Barbara McLean Wright
Apprentice Stage Manager: Sophia Lavergne
Sound Designer: Pat Morrison
Sound Operator: Kirk Ramsay
Costume Design: Alex Amini
Lighting & Set Design: D2 Entertainment
Set Carpentry: Gus Croteau Jr.
Head of Lighting: Chelsea Vanoverbeke
Technical Crew: Pedro Martins, Keltin Stanners & Dawson Strangway

Address

411 Greenfield Street
Petrolia, ON
N0N1R0

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 8pm

Telephone

+15198821221

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