Attending a Show - Algonquin Students' Association

We ask guests of the Algonquin Commons Theatre (ACT) to please be mindful and considerate of other patrons. Individuals who do not follow the ACT policies will be asked to leave the Theatre immediately. The ACT reserves the right to deny any patron entrance or re-admittance if it is felt that there is a risk of disturbance or disruption to other patrons, or to the ACT staff.

Seating

The ACT is a 700-seat theatre (177 Floor Level / 303 Main Level / 220 Balcony Level). When the floor seats are removed, the seating capacity increases to 835.

For many events, the Theatre lobby will open one hour prior to show time and the Theatre house will open 30 minutes prior to the event start. We encourage you to check our events calendar for specific event details.

The Algonquin Commons Theatre permits patrons to stand at their assigned seat during concerts where standing would be admissible unless otherwise informed by an Algonquin Commons Theatre staff. Standing on seats or any other structure is not permitted and may result in injury or ejection from the Theatre. For safety and as a courtesy to other ticket holders, patrons are prohibited from sitting and/or standing in aisles. Due to fire regulations, aisles should be kept clear at all times.

Patrons are not permitted to switch seats during any event where seating is assigned, unless they are given permission by Algonquin Commons Theatre staff.

Patrons are not permitted to lean against or rest their feet on the theatre seats.

Coat Check

For your comfort and the comfort of those around you, the Algonquin Commons Theatre provides a seasonal coat check service. There is no coat check available from April 1st to October 31st. Bags (such as backpacks, large purses, and gym bags) are not permitted in the Theatre. Please make the necessary arrangements prior to your arrival at the venue. Coat Check opens one hour prior to an event and closes a half-hour after the event. Patrons are solely responsible for picking up all personal belongings from Coat Check at the end of a show/event. The ACT is not responsible for lost or stolen items.

Some events have a mandatory coat check. A $2.00 (cash only) service fee for each checked item at Coat Check applies.

Large bags, such as large purses, school and gym bags, are prohibited from entering the ACT at all times.

Merchandise

Many events at the ACT will have merchandise for sale. All merchandise sales are cash only. ATM’s are located throughout the Robert C. Gillett Student Commons (Building E) for your convenience.

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