A notable Kingston landmark in the heart of the city for over 160 years.
The Spire is an anchor heritage building and venue in the historic “Old Sydenham Heritage Conservation District” in downtown Kingston, built by the Methodists in 1851. For generations it has been a place where community members have gathered to worship as well as to receive support, sing, learn, rehearse, perform and attend concerts.
Every week over 1,200 Kingstonians use The Spire to create music, to plan programs, to find counsel, and to gather for learning and support.
The Performance Hall at The Spire
The Performance Hall at The Spire is Kingston’s undiscovered venue in the heart of the downtown! A 5,600 sq. ft. adaptable and flexible space, The Spire is ideal for professional and community performances. Seating for 700 people in this intimate hall will ensure the success of your event.
The Spire is home to additional performance spaces including a large hall, with a stage and sound system, that can seat apprx. 200, and a smaller hall that can fit apprx. 80 people. The facility is home to two commercially designated kitchens, and has offices, and a meeting conference room available for rentals.
Staffing NotesFront of House Manager, House Technician, and Volunteer Usher included with rental. Staffing, dedicated sound and/or lighting technicians available on request. Street teams, merch sellers, and more can be hired upon request.
Other EquipmentMulti-camera live streaming and archival recording available on request. Please contact [email protected] for more information.
Mics and Audio:
4 x SM 58, 4 x SM 57, 1 x SM 55, 2 x SM 81, 1 x e914, 1 x SM137.
4 x DPA 4097 with dedicated tall boom stands, 2 x DPA piano instrument mics (piano mounted).
8 Transmitter QLX-D Wireless Mic System. Two Beta5aA Wireless Handheld Vocal Mics, 6 Wireless Belt Packs.
4 Earworn headset mics (Point Source and Countryman)
Below is a list of Artists and Resources in the database. We have worked hard to collect as many individuals and bands as possible, though we are certainly aware that this list is incomplete. There may be inaccuracies in the collected information. Please contact us if you find anything that needs correcting, or click the + sign at the top right of this page to add People and Resources who are missing from the listings.
