A HISTORIC SPACE, REIMAGINED
The Canon Theatre is the cornerstone of a transformative effort to reimagine the former Canonsburg Middle School Campus as a vibrant destination for arts, culture, and community life. Originally built in 1931, the historic auditorium is being thoughtfully restored and modernized to serve a new generation, while honoring its legacy as a gathering place for community.
This project represents more than a renovation, it is an important reinvestment in Canonsburg and the surrounding region.
A PREMIER PERFORMING ARTS VENUE
When the doors open this fall, the Canon Theatre will offer an intimate performance experience for audiences and performers alike. The fully renovated, 560+ seat venue will feature:
A comfortable and modern audience environment
State-of-the-art sound, lighting, and production technology
A bar and concession area to enhance the guest experience
Updated backstage and dressing room facilities for performers
From live music and theatre, to community events and educational programming, the Canon Theatre will serve as the region’s dynamic hub for artistic expression and cultural engagement.
CECI + LITTLE LAKE THEATRE COMPANY
A Partnership to Inspire, Educate, and Entertain
The partnership between Little Lake Theatre Company and Canonsburg Educational and Cultural Institute represents an exciting new chapter for arts and culture in Canonsburg and throughout the region.
As Theatre-in-Residence, Little Lake Theatre Company will bring its rich tradition of exceptional live theatre, educational programming, and community engagement to the CECI campus, while maintaining its historic lakeside home. This collaboration expands opportunities for audiences of all ages to experience high-quality performances while providing aspiring artists, students, and lifelong learners access to workshops, classes, and hands-on theatrical experiences.
By combining Little Lake Theatre Company's artistic excellence with CECI's vision for educational and cultural enrichment, we are building a dynamic hub for creativity, learning, and entertainment. Together, we are preserving the arts, inspiring future generations, and strengthening the cultural fabric of our community.
UPCOMING PERFORMANCES
December 3 - 20, 2026
End the year with a show that sparkles!
This December, Little Lake Theatre Company brings White Christmas to the stage of the Canon Theatre. Featuring romance, laughter, and Irving Berlins’s beloved music, this heartwarming holiday spectacular is pure joy wrapped in a bow.
WHITE CHRISTMAS
IMPACT OF THE ARTS
The Canon Theatre and the performances that will fill its stage will inspire creativity, bring people together, and serve as a powerful driver of economic growth and community vitality across Canonsburg and Washington County.
From enhancing quality of life for residents and creating new jobs, to attracting visitors and new investments, the theatre will play a vital role in shaping the future of the region.
$13.8 MILLION
Economic impact in year 1
$250 MILLION
Economic impact over next 20 years
$4 MILLION
Annual tourism-related economic activity
20 +
New jobs created
*2025 Economic Impact Study / Custom Consulting, L.L.C.