Theatre by the Bay is a professional theatre company seeking to grow the Central Ontario arts community by empowering local theatre artists, engaging local audiences with high quality programming, and telling stories that engage the diverse peoples of Barrie and Central Ontario. It is also our mission to hire performers, designers, and technical staff, wherever possible, from the local area. We strive to increase job opportunities in the region, generate support for the arts from local businesses and individuals, and create arts education programs to generate a well-educated, interconnected, and capable arts community. In addition, we are confident that our high calibre theatrical productions will increase the volume of visitors to Barrie and will positively impact the region’s tourism and service industries. Our mission... To create an environment where the highest level of professional live theatre is easily embraced and affordably accessed by the citizens of Barrie and the surrounding area, with a focus on sharing and exploring the stories of our community. To develop educational programs for all ages and promote active participation in the performing arts. To be the marquis for live theatre in Barrie and assist the city as it presents itself to the world as a strong cultural and economic centre. To forge partnerships with local cultural organizations so that, together, we can build on combined strengths and common goals to create initiatives that will solidify Barrie’s reputation as a cultural hub. To forge partnerships with local community organizations and demonstrate the social importance and richness of the arts.