How a Kitchener, Ont. performing arts theatre is finding success by thinking small [Video]

When it comes to live theatre, bigger is often better, but one Kitchener, Ont. venue is finding success by thinking small.

Inside the Registry Theatre, you are met with just 150 seats and one stage.

The spot is thriving despite several Waterloo Region arts organizations struggling to survive.

“People who call to rent the theatre are often looking at dates a year in advance because we are so booked up,” said Sam Varteniuk, executive director at the Registry Theatre.

He said he’s found success by recruiting performers who have a significant internet following , and are willing to translate their online content into live theatre.

James Chapeskie is one content creator who has been brought in. He essentially turns his music videos into live performances.

“I also do light shows, so I thought it’d be really cool to combine all my talents into a live show for my audience to kind of …