Performance art is a powerful form of expression. Seemingly ordinary scenes become captivating, haunting, and insightful. British Columbia is a creative hub with hundreds of theatres, troupes, orchestras, and teachers across the province.
British Columbia’s theatre scene extends from intimate heritage stages to open-air amphitheatres beneath the stars. Across the province, community-driven performances, large-scale musicals, and professional productions bring powerful stories to life through live performance. From vibrant urban centres to smaller communities, theatres serve as cultural touchstones—places where audiences gather, connect, and share in the creativity, emotion, and storytelling that define BC’s performing arts landscape.
British Columbia brings the world to the stage, and with Art-BC.com you can see it all.
Nestled along Kootenay Lake's eastern shore in British Columbia's Kootenay Rockies, Crawford Bay is a vibrant arts and culture hub. This quaint village boasts an array of artisan studios, where visitors can observe craftspeople practicing traditional skills such as blacksmithing, weaving, broom-making, pottery, and jewelry-making. The community also hosts various cultural events, including music festivals, art exhibitions, and workshops, fostering a dynamic creative atmosphere.






