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Straightforward Answers to Frequently Asked Questions

For more information about our theatre, you can visit our main Cardel Theatre page to find photos, a seating plan and the Technical Information Package. For additional information or to schedule a tour, you may send your request to theatreinfo@cardelhomes.com or call 403-258-1511.

The Cardel Theatre is available for events booked between 8 am to 10 pm Monday to Friday and 9 am to 10 pm Saturday. Events can be booked up to 12 months in advance through our online booking system.

Unfortunately, no. The Cardel Theatre is not available for public bookings on Sundays or statutory holidays.

Yes, Cardel has plenty of free parking spaces available for theatre attendees with additional overflow parking available for evening and weekend events.

$160.00 per hour rental fee plus GST for public use
$140.00 per hour rental fee no GST for non-for-profit use
$500 refundable deposit
Cleaning fee of $80 +GST without food/beverages or $160 +GST with food/beverages
* Note: To qualify for the non-for-profit rate and exempt for GST, you must provide a charity registration number. Deposit and final payment will be processed one week prior to your event.

The Renter understands that cancellations must be received in writing via email and sent to theatreinfo@cardelhomes.com (8) days prior to the rental date to be entitled to a full refund of the $500.00 pre-authorized deposit. Cancellations with less than 8 days will be charged a cancellation fee of one day for each event booked that is cancelled. The remainder of the fees and hold on deposit will be refunded if the event is canceled.

Yes, you may book the Cardel Theatre for additional days such as rehearsals or dark days (stage set but no performance).

The following fees apply for renting the Cardel Theatre. The Cardel Theatre space includes the theatre (seating, backstage area, A/V room, dressings rooms and stage), banquet area, lobby, washrooms, and parking. Rental payment, cleaning fee and refundable deposit must be paid in the form of credit card only.

$160.00 per hour rental fee plus GST for public use
$140.00 per hour rental fee no GST for non-for-profit use
$500 refundable deposit
Cleaning fee of $80 +GST without food/beverages or $160 +GST with food/beverages

All food served or consumed in the rental space must be provided by a restaurant, commercial business or professional catering company with a current business license or permit. Food and beverages are not allowed in the Cardel Theatre seating or stage area, excluding bottled water.

There is a large refrigerator available for use behind the serving bar to store food and beverages.

No. The Cardel Theatre and banquet area is a non-licensed venue, and as such alcohol is not allowed on the premises.

The Cardel Theatre has limited amounts of tables, linens, and chairs. You are encouraged to speak with a Theatre Coordinator at the time of your booking, or prior to your event, to determine if our current inventory will meet your needs.

No. For higher-need productions, a Theatre Assistant will be available. The Theatre Assistant is an integral part of making sure your event has the proper equipment required and technical support, as well as looking out for your safety. Theatre Assistants work with your Event Coordinator(s) to make sure all aspects of the event run smoothly. For those groups simply watching a film or inviting a speaker, a Theatre Assistant will not be available, but a Receptionist will be able to handle any small requests.

No. We do not allow outside computer hardware or equipment. The Cardel Theatre supplies a laptop to run presentations, as well as an audio system and projector to run movies, presentations and images. Please speak with the Theatre Coordinator when booking your events to discuss your equipment needs. Some events require more equipment than the Cardel Theatre supplies, and your Event Coordinator(s) will be required to acquire and pay for the rental of this equipment independently, with the approval of the Theatre Coordinator and ensuring compatibility with the Cardel Theatre system.

For specific information on lighting, sound and equipment within the Cardel Theatre, please review our Technical Information Package located on the Theatre main page.

Please send your request to theatreinfo@cardelhomes.com Someone will get back to you ASAP.