Art Gallery
As part of its cultural mission towards all artistic disciplines, the Capitol Theatre has created a professional exhibition space in its lobby. Upwards of 100,000 patrons visit the Capitol annually to attend a wide variety of performances and events, making it an ideal location to showcase regional visual artists.
Maryna Danovska - January & February 2026
Maryna Danovska is a Ukrainian artist and illustrator who grew up in the historic town of Hlukhiv. She later moved to Kyiv, where she finished art school and earned a Master’s degree in Architecture. She spent eight years working in an architectural firm, mostly on reconstruction projects; where she learned to notice the beauty in details and stories hidden in old places.
Ukrainian folk art remains her strongest source of inspiration, but she is equally fascinated by the richness of other cultures. “I love to look at everyday things from unexpected angles — from a point of view we don’t usually consider. I try to guide the viewer to that unfamiliar perspective and share the feeling it gives me”, said the artist. Often, this different way of seeing resonates with people and helps them connect with the piece on a deeper level.
This exhibition is titled Borders because borders are a motif in this artwork. When you think about it, border is a concept that is rich in meaning. It can mean, for example, a boundary defining one territory and separating it from another (lines on a map); a frame enclosing and drawing attention to what is inside the frame; or a decorative element that is integral to the design of a drawing. In all cases, the border tells a story.
Christine MacLaren - March & April 2026
Chelsea Gauvin - May to July 2026
Opening: May 12, 2026
Andrea deBruijn - August to October 2026
Opening: August 11, 2026
Annie LeBouthillier - November & December 2026
Opening: November 2, 2026
Located at 811 Main Street, the Capitol Theatre is a restored heritage property and operates as a multi-purpose arts centre. Upwards of 100,000 patrons visit the Capitol annually to attend a wide variety of performances and events, making it an ideal location to showcase the work of regional visual artists. The exhibit space measures approximately 50 ft x 5 ft and is equipped with directional (movable) lighting and track hanging system. Exhibits must be ready to hang and holes cannot be made in the walls.
All professional submissions must:
- be for two dimensional work, and may incorporate the following mediums: print, textile, painting, drawing, photography
- be gallery-ready, conform to professional exhibition space limitations, and be available for the entire display period
All submissions must be sent by email to
- Artist statement describing the proposed body of work (500 words max)
- Artist biography (500 words max)
- Digital images of proposed exhibit (minimum of 10; maximum of 14)
- List of proposed works indicating the title, medium, dimensions, year of creation
- Artists may submit a CV of past artistic exhibitions and gallery representation (not required)
The Capitol Theatre:
- Offers a professional artist fee of $1,000 in accordance with CARFAC standards
- Retains no commission on the sale of artworks
- Hosts an art opening/vernissage and promotes the exhibit through earned media, press releases, social media, posters, Marquee, etc.
Artists assume all liability for possible damage incurred to works and must assume all transportation costs.
The Capitol Theatre is committed to equitable practices in selecting artists so that we shall have more equitable representation across communities - including Indigenous, Black, racialized, LGBTQ+, disability and mad arts communities.
Preference will also be given to works not recently shown in the Greater Moncton area. New and emerging professional artists are encouraged to apply. Detailed information regarding installation procedures and exhibit periods, promotion of exhibitions, and vernissages will be made available once artists have been selected.
Applications will be considered by a peer jury and evaluated on the basis of artistic merit, originality, cohesiveness and professionalism of the suggested exhibit, audience appeal, and logistics. Incomplete applications will not be considered by the jury.
The jury is supported by Capitol Theatre staff. They are:
- Guillaume Adjutor Provost
- Catherine Arsenault
- Paul Edouard Bourque
- Emily Muckler
- Anna Rail
The jury meets to set the exhibit schedule for the following year, usually at the beginning of July. All artists receive an acknowledgement of receipt of their submission. Successful candidates will be notified by email before August 15th and provided exhibit instructions. Selected works will be displayed for a period of two consecutive months in the Capitol Theatre Art Gallery. The stipend is paid at the beginning of the exhibit.
