Welcome to the Duncan Garage Showroom
We are situated upstairs in the historic Duncan Garage building in Duncan BC Canada. We offer an all ages multimedia experience in an intimate and memorable setting. Longevity John , the Showroom's benevolent dictator has a passion for music and performance that is insatiable and fuels the pro arts attitude that permeates the Showroom. A visit to the Showroom will not only entertain, it will leave you understanding how important the arts are to a healthy community. From local teen bands to internationally recognized recording artists the Duncan Garage Showroom offers an outstanding array of performers and performances. So come on down, buy some tickets and support our effort to promote the arts in the Cowichan Valley.
The Duncan Garage Showroom was created to
- facilitate the meeting of performers and audiences in a warm inviting intimate atmosphere.
- be an important link in the Canadian music scene’s touring schedule for the many Juno winners, Juno nominees and the many who aspire to be.
- encourage those young and old who search out music as their method of expression to perform in a showcase fashion amongst their peers.
- screen new and old documentaries and films that help create discussion.
- accommodate small theatre productions.
- be available for lectures and seminars.
The Showroom has
- capacity for 65 people (40 soft seat theatre seats in a raked fashion & cabaret/theatre style seating for another 25 persons).
- a more than adequate PA system and a qualified sound tech available.
- a 16’ x 10’ x 1’ stage (has accommodated up to an eight piece R&B band).
- effective stage lighting and set designs.
- digital projection for DVD and VHS onto a 5’ x 10’ screen with audio connected to house PA.
The Showroom provides
- a warm, intimate and safe atmosphere in which to view the myriad performances.
- in-house canteen that has coffee / tea / pops / juices / water / cookies and popcorn -- all for sale between sets.
- ample space for those who choose to move with the music (dancing) when applicable.
- handicap access and parking for one handicap vehicle (at rear of building).