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Review: THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG Opens at Edmonton's Citadel Theatre
by Sarah Dussome - July 17, 2024


Read BroadwayWorld's review of The Play That Goes Wrong at the Citadel’s Shoctor Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Review: VANYA AND SONIA AND MASHA AND SPIKE Concludes the Walterdale Theatre's 65th Season
by Sarah Dussome - July 13, 2024


Lauren Tamke directs this unconventional 2012 play.

Shumka's UKRAINKA: The Four Faces of Lesya Ukrainka to be Presented at the Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium
by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 03, 2024


The world premiere of Shumka's UKRAINKA: The Four Faces of Lesya Ukrainka celebrates the renowned Ukrainian artist, storyteller, poet, and humanitarian, October 4 & 5 at the Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium.

Teatro Live! to Present Noël Coward Classic PRIVATE LIVES This Summer
by Chloe Rabinowitz - June 27, 2024


Teatro Live’s 2023/24 season of travel and discovery is nearing its conclusion, sailing into port with one final offering, Noel Coward's Private Lives. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Fundraiser For Ballet Edmonton Set For This Week
by Stephi Wild - June 24, 2024


On Thursday, June 27, join board members and other engaged, arts-loving Edmontonians in the home of board chair, Trudy Callaghan, for a fun evening of wine, music and laughter with the comedic musical talent of Andrew MacDonald-Smith. 

A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE Comes to the Citadel Theatre in September
by Stephi Wild - June 17, 2024


A Streetcar Named Desire comes to The Citadel Theatre in September. Performances run September 21 - October 13.

THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG Swings Into Action On The Shoctor Stage This July
by A.A. Cristi - June 04, 2024


Experience the comedic chaos of THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG at The Citadel Theatre.

GeriActors Presents THE ATTO STREET GANG & NOW THAT WE'RE OLDER
by A.A. Cristi - May 23, 2024


Bringing together actors of all ages (from 20 - 90), GeriActors & Friends will present a double-bill for their summer production, The Atto Street Gang and Now That We're Older.

THE OCULIST'S HOLIDAY Comes to Teatro Live! This Month
by Stephi Wild - May 15, 2024


 Teatro Live!’s season of travel and discovery will resume with the first-ever revival of Stewart Lemoine’s award-winning play The Oculist’s Holiday.

COME FROM AWAY to Return to Edmonton in September
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 07, 2024


The national tour of Come From Away will return to Edmonton in September. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

Crow's Theatre Reveals 2024-25 Season Lineup
by Stephi Wild - May 06, 2024


Crow's Theatre has announced its 41st season, the largest and most ambitious season in the company's history. Learn more about the season here!

Cast Set For THE WRONG BASHIR at Crow's Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 02, 2024


Crow's Theatre's 40th anniversary season will come to a close with the Toronto premiere of Zahida Rahemtulla's THE WRONG BASHIR, directed by Paolo Santalucia, May 21 to June 9 in the Guloien Theatre.

Review: THE THREE MUSKETEERS Closes Out the Citadel Theatre's 2023/2024 Season
by Sarah Dussome - April 27, 2024


Comedy, friendship, and romance combine in this swashbuckling adventure.

The Citadel Theatre Appoints New Executive Director
by A.A. Cristi - April 23, 2024


The Citadel Theatre Board of Directors has announced the appointment of Jessie van Rijn as the theatre's new Executive Director. Ms. van Rijn currently serves as the Citadel's Producer, and will be joining Artistic Director, Daryl Cloran, on the executive leadership team, starting May 13th, 2024.

Edmonton Jazz Festival Society To Present JazzFest Marque Winspear Event
by A.A. Cristi - April 22, 2024


Discover the fusion of Edmonton Jazz Orchestra and Edmonton Symphony Orchestra at the JazzFest Marque Winspear Event.

Review: THE SWEARING JAR Opens at Edmonton's Walterdale Theatre
by Sarah Dussome - April 20, 2024


What did our critic think of THE SWEARING JAR at Edmonton's Walterdale Theatre?

Kappella Kyrie Slavic Chamber Choir to Present Alleluia CD Release Concert
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 17, 2024


In celebration of their first recording, Kappella Kyrie Slavic Chamber Choir will present Alleluia CD Release Concert at St. Josaphat Ukrainian Catholic Cathedral.

Ballet Edmonton's UNIR Brings The Music Of John Estacio To Life
by Stephi Wild - April 17, 2024


Ballet Edmonton’s 2023-24 season closes with a dynamic triple bill on the Triffo Theatre stage May 3rd and 4th.

IMPROVISED DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS Comes to Rapid Fire Theatre This Week
by Stephi Wild - April 16, 2024


Rapid Fire Theatre has announced the return of Improvised Dungeons and Dragons, running from April 19th to May 4th at the Rapid Fire Exchange! Join in for a hilarious journey through the realms of comedy and fantasy!

Review: THE MOUNTAINTOP Opens at Edmonton's Citadel Theatre
by Sarah Dussome - April 07, 2024


Patricia Darbasie directs this gripping 2009 drama.

Rapid Fire Theatre to Present BONFIRE FESTIVAL This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 01, 2024


Rapid Fire Theatre will present the return of its annual celebration of innovation and hilarity, the Bonfire Festival! Learn how to purchase tickets.

Review: HAIRSPRAY Delights Edmonton at the Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium
by Sarah Dussome - March 29, 2024


Caroline Eiseman stars as the lovable Tracy Turnblad in this crowd-pleasing musical.

THE THREE MUSKETEERS Comes to the Citadel Theatre Next Month
by Stephi Wild - March 29, 2024


The Three Musketeers, the final Mainstage show in the 2023/24 Season is about to begin at The Citadel Theatre.

Review: THE SOUND OF MUSIC Delights Edmonton
by Sarah Dussome - March 11, 2024


Rachel Peake directs this family-friendly classic.

Northern Light Theatre Launches 2024-25 Season
by Stephi Wild - March 06, 2024


Last night Northern Light Theatre launched their new 2024-2025 Season. The new season, titled Making A Monster, will include three plays, including a world premiere. Learn more about the lineup here!


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