About the Hall
A vital cultural landmark
For almost one hundred and twenty years Market Hall has been a Peterborough icon, first as home to the city’s market and, since 1984, as an arts centre and community events venue. Located in the heart of the downtown, Market Hall is a small to mid-size multi-functional space that hosts a wide variety of performing arts groups, a series of youth presentations, community fundraising events and educational programmes.
Location
The Market Hall building is located at the corner of George and Charlotte Streets. The ground floor is occupied by retail shops attached to the Peterborough Square shopping centre. The theatre in Market Hall is located on the 2nd floor. Its main entrance is at 336 George Street. The Theatre is undergoing a major renovation and will be closed until 2011. The offices of Market Hall Performing Arts are located a few steps west, at 160 Charlotte Street, Suite 203, across from Wild Rock Outfitters.
Volunteers
When you come to a show at the Hall, you’ll see Market Hall staff and volunteers working as a team to keep things running smoothly. Chances are the usher who helps you find the coat rack or serves you at the bar is donating their time and energy. Lots of volunteers work quietly and tirelessly ‘behind the scenes’ and contribute in so many ways. Please thank them when you see them. Find out more about volunteering at Market Hall.