Telus Theatre, Chan Centre for the Performing Arts, University of British Columbia, Canada

Telus Studio Theatre is within the Chan Centre for the Performing Arts, situated at the western tip of Vancouver's Point Grey Peninsula, on the University of British Columbia (UBC) campus. The Centre, which opened in 1997, also features the Chan Shun Concert Hall and the Royal Bank Cinema, a film screening/lecture room.

The Telus is a flexible theater with ability to seat between 160 and 275 people, in various configurations. Designed as an experimental, empty "black box," Telus Studio Theatre accommodates several stage arrangements that can be adjusted to meet specific production needs. The arrangements fall into two primary set ups - end stage and thrust stage - yet each features several variation options. A theatre trap system allows stage access within any and all configurations. Seating is arranged on three levels of 12 towers, which are most often placed in a horseshoe shape. Telus Studio Theatre is equipped with a catwalk system for lighting and rigging access. The venue's shared dressing rooms can support up to 32 people.

Due to its unique features, the innovative space is an attractive venue for avant-garde and classical drama productions, as well as small music ensembles looking for an intimate space.

Artec provided Design and Planning services covering Auditorium Acoustics Design, Specialized Performance Equipment Systems (sound & communication systems) design and Background Noise and Vibration Control consulting for the project. The architect for the Chan Centre was Bing Thom Architects.