Facilities

Students in the Department of Film work with high-definition digital cameras (RED CAM, Sony A7, Black Magic), 16mm film cameras and a variety of audio, lighting, and grip equipment for filmmaking.

Facilities in the Department of Film include:

• Multiple edit suites with Adobe Creative Cloud (PC and Mac)
• 4K post-production suite with Adobe Creative Cloud and DaVinci Resolve
• Production studio with lighting grid and floor-to-ceiling green screen
• Digital post-audio suite and voice booth
• Photography darkroom lab with 12 enlarger stations
• Animation classroom with 2D camera stations
• Stop motion animation production studio
• Classrooms equipped with the latest in digital projection and audio technology

Facilities in the Department of Music include:

• Modern ensemble rehearsal room
• Practice rooms
• Teaching studios
• Electronic music lab
• Computer music and keyboard lab
• Classrooms equipped with the latest technology

Students and faculty also have access to performance spaces across campus, including the Recital Hall (seats 125) and Darke Hall (seats 500), located on the University’s College Avenue campus.

Additional resources include selected band, orchestral, and early music instruments, and a musical scores library.

The Department of Visual Arts’ modern facilities include:

• Spacious and open studios
• Natural light
• Complete sculpture and wood working facilities
• Gas, electric and outdoor kilns
• A variety of printing presses
• New media technology
• A prominently located student-run art gallery

The Fifth Parallel Gallery is a professional exhibition space that is independently run by University of Regina students. Throughout the year, the gallery offers regular exhibitions of work produced by undergraduate and graduate students from across the University. For information on the Fifth Parallel Gallery, its exhibition schedule and hours of operation, visit the Fifth Parallel Gallery  or contact the Gallery at fifthparallelgallery@gmail.com or 306-585-5541.

Facilities in the Department of Theatre include:

• Spacious studios and workshops
• A flexible 165-seat black box theatre (Shumiatcher Open Stage, also known as the Shu-Box)
• A modern proscenium theatre equipped with a balcony and fly tower (University Theatre)
• Scene and wardrobe shops that feature current, high quality equipment.

To book the University Theatre or the Schumiatcher Open Stage, please see information below.

The University Theatre, also known as the main stage, is a modern proscenium theatre with seating for up to 439. It is one of only two theatres in the city of Regina with a fly tower, which offers endless production possibilities.

It is a teaching theatre and features flexible stage and seating layouts, and professional quality sound and lighting systems.

It is used by the Faculty of Media, Art, and Performance for classes, student recitals, guest lecturers and performers. The wider University community also makes use of the theatre for conferences, lectures and awards ceremonies. Community organizations book the theatre regularly for dance, theatre, and music performances and competitions.

The features of this theatre include:

• Seating expandable from 425-439
• Wheelchair accessibility
• Box office (facility only⁠—client run)
• Spacious lobby for post-show receptions

Onsite parking, including heated underground parking, is available.

Booking the University Theatre

To book the University Theatre, contact the University Theatres Coordinator at 306-585-5648.

• Theatre Rental Terms (PDF)

University Theatre has a seating capacity of 396 to 425. The rates include general lighting, one podium with the use of a microphone and the use of two dressing rooms.

Note: GST is applied to all listed rates.

Ticket Printing

For both assigned seating and general admission tickets, the cost of printing tickets is:

• $50 for the first performance
• $30 for each additional performance

Technicians

You’ll need two or more technicians to ensure your event goes smoothly. Technician shifts are a minimum of three hours long.

Additional Options

Make sure your event is everything you want it to be with these custom features.

DISCLAIMER: The information on this web page is as correct and up-to-date as possible. No reference on this webpage supersedes or replaces/amends any of the Terms and Conditions in the University of Regina Theatres Rental Agreement. This information-only document does not address any other charges that may apply, including but not limited to, applicable taxes and copyright issues. The University of Regina will not be bound by any of the information published on this web page. A Rental Client may be subject to further charges and liabilities--this document is not intended to be inclusive of all possible charges, and the University of Regina will be bound only by a signed, properly executed Rental Agreement with a bona fide Rental Client, which may or may not be in conflict with the information published on this web page.

Located adjacent to the University Theatre, the Shumiatcher Open Stage provides a smaller venue with seating for 162. Also known as the Shu-Box, it is specially designed for a variety of performance configurations, from theatre-in-the-round to more traditional stage productions.

It is a teaching theatre and features flexible stage and seating layouts, and professional quality sound and lighting systems.

It is used by the Faculty of Media, Art, and Performance for classes, student recitals, guest lecturers and performers. The wider University community also makes use of the theatre for conferences, lectures and awards ceremonies. Community organizations book the theatre regularly for dance, theatre, and music performances and competitions.

The features of this theatre include:

• Seating expandable from 134-162
• Wheelchair accessibility
• Box office (facility only⁠—client run) 
• Spacious lobby for post-show receptions.

Onsite parking, including heated underground parking, is available.

Booking the Schumiatcher Open Stage

To book the Shumiatcher Open Stage, contact the University Theatres Coordinator at 306-585-5648.

• Open Stage Rental Terms (94 KB) 

The rates include general lighting, one podium with the use of a microphone and the use of two dressing rooms. The seating capacity varies depending on the floor plan.

Note: GST is applied to all listed rates.

Ticket Printing

For general admission tickets, the cost of printing tickets is:

• $50 for the first performance
• $20 for each additional performance

Technicians

You’ll need at least one technician to ensure your event goes smoothly. Technician shifts are a minimum of three hours long.

Additional Options

Make sure your event is everything you want it to be with these custom features.

DISCLAIMER: The information on this web page is as correct and up-to-date as possible. No reference on this webpage supersedes or replaces/amends any of the Terms and Conditions in the University of Regina Theatres Rental Agreement. This information-only document does not address any other charges that may apply, including but not limited to, applicable taxes and copyright issues. The University of Regina will not be bound by any of the information published on this web page. A Rental Client may be subject to further charges and liabilities - this document is not intended to be inclusive of all possible charges, and the University of Regina will be bound only by a signed, properly executed Rental Agreement with a bona fide Rental Client, which may or may not be in conflict with the information published on this web page.

The Art Store is a small art supply store in the Faculty of Media, Art, and Performance. We carry a wide variety of art supplies with a focus on painting, drawing, ceramics, print media and sculpture.

We carry Acrylic, Oil and Watercolour paints, along with a wide selection of brushes and mediums. We also readily stock an assortment of sketchbooks in a variety of sizes, along with drawing supplies such as Pencils, Charcoal, Pastels, Inks and more. We have an excellent selection of art papers, over 40 options! Best suited for a range of mediums, such as drawing, printmaking, watercolour and mixed media applications.

The Art Store is open to all current faculty, staff, and students on campus. First time visitors to the store should expect to provide staff or student ID.

Forms of payment accepted

• Cash
• Debit
• Credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, and American Express)

Hours of Operation

• Monday to Thursday
• 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., closed during lunch hour

Hours of operation are during the Fall, Winter and Spring semesters.

We are closed during the Summer semester.

Location

We are located in RC 022, which is in the lower level of the Riddell Centre. Use the double doors across from the Career Centre and take the elevator or stairs down one floor.

Merchandise

You can also purchase Media, Art, and Performance merchandise at the Art Store.