The Bella Rose Arts Centre (formerly TheatreHalifax) is an initiative of the Halifax West Theatre Association, a registered non-profit organization with a voluntary Board of Directors.

As a presenter of the arts, patrons will enjoy a wide variety of programming from music, dance and live theatre. You can expect to hear jazz, classical, celtic, pop including rock and roll or watch modern dance, step dancing, tap and ballet.



Who is Bella Rose?

In recognition of a Distinguished Nova Scotian and in loving memory of their mother, siblings Jack, Judy, Colin, Ann, Richard, Mickey and Michelle have named the venue after their mother, Mrs. Bella MacDonald. She was an extraordinary lady, well-ahead of her time – a visionary, a mentor and a professional who raised seven children to be kind and generous. Taught at the hands of their mother, the siblings all learned that no matter the profession, success comes through focus and hard work. She taught them the value of giving back to the community.

Rose is the granddaughter of Bella MacDonald and daughter of Mickey MacDonald, an astute businessman, who is also a member of our National Advisory Team for the Brighter Futures Campaign.