The latest theatre news from Edmonton — show openings, casting announcements, reviews, and touring productions.
In this June 2026 edition, we're bringing you a fresh batch of standout reviews from stages across the country and beyond - from the world premiere of Gloria and Emily Estefan's Basura at Atlanta's Alliance Theatre to the riotous new comedy Iceboy!, starring Megan Mullally and Nick Offerman, at Chic
Rapid Fire Theatre's IMPROVAGANZA Festival will bring improvisers and comedy acts from across North America to Edmonton's Old Strathcona for four days of performances and workshops.
Today marks a major milestone for BroadwayWorld.
Rapid Fire Theatre's annual Improvaganza Festival returns to the Rapid Fire Exchange in Edmonton's Old Strathcona, featuring improvisers from across North America in performances, workshops, and unscripted comedy.
THE PRICE IS RIGHT LIVE announced a fall tour across Western and Eastern Canada, featuring classic games like Plinko and The Big Wheel, a celebrity host, and the chance for audience members to win prizes including cars and vacations.
Citadel Theatre's Associate Artistic Director Mieko Ouchi will direct the Tony Award-winning musical at Edmonton's Shoctor Theatre, featuring six adolescent competitors vying for spelling bee glory.
Around the BroadwayWorld is our monthly snapshot of the biggest stories making waves across the global theatre community.
BroadwayWorld's new Producer Fantasy Game lets fans draft six Broadway shows and earn points from real box office grosses, awards, and weekly predictions.
Edmonton's Axios Men's Ensemble announced a nine-city Canadian national tour of its JUNO Award-winning UKRAINIAN WAR REQUIEM, featuring over 50 performers conducted by Maestro Michael Zaugg.
Canada's Globe Theatre brought in police and private security after a viral video sparked transphobic threats against the cast and crew of Kevin Loring's play.
StageMag, the digital show program platform from BroadwayWorld, launched its new PDF Editor to all producers and stage managers using the service.
The Citadel Theatre's Young Company will present the world premiere of PROJECT ANDROMEDA, an original play by Edmonton playwright Mac Brock, performed in the Rice Theatre with cast and crew drawn from the Young Performing and Production companies.
Ginger Minj will present the return of Hokus Pokus Live!, a 29-city North American tour co-starring Sapphira Cristál, Jujubee, and Landon Cider, featuring new songs and a digital ticket lottery.
Edmonton's Citadel Theatre will present its COLLIDER FESTIVAL play development showcase, featuring free readings of five new plays and two artist-led playwriting workshops sponsored by Theatre Alberta.
Brian Webb Dance Company announced Molly McDermott as its incoming Artistic Director, succeeding founder Brian Webb, who has led the Edmonton-based contemporary dance organization since 1979.
20-year-old Sophie Sheridan grew up not knowing who her father was.
Giant, the new play starring John Lithgow as Roald Dahl, will be released in cinemas later this year.
The new production of STARLIGHT EXPRESS, which won an Olivier Award during its London run, will tour the UK and beyond, with stops in Leicester, Liverpool, Glasgow, Sunderland, Birmingham, and Southampton.
Witty wordplay, sword fights, and ornate costumes take centre stage in this crowd-pleasing world premiere.
The Edmonton Chamber Music Society will present the Summer Solstice Music Festival, featuring eight musicians across five concerts at venues including Trinity Lutheran Church, Yardbird Suite, and Mimi Bar.
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Broadway Across Canada Presents Disney’s Beauty and the Beast Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium (11/17-11/22) |
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Broadway Across Canada Presents SIX Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium (5/04-5/09) |
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The Comeback The Citadel Theatre (3/27-4/18) |
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Come From Away The Citadel Theatre (5/08-6/06) |
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Annie The Citadel Theatre (1/30-3/07) |
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Kaleido Family Arts Festival Multiple Venues from 90–95 Street on 118 Avenue (9/18-9/20) |
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Broadway Across Canada Presents Hamilton Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium (6/29-7/04) |
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Our Little Secret: A True, New Musical The Citadel Theatre (10/15-10/25) |
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Broadway Across Canada Presents Mrs. Doubtfire Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium (1/12-1/17) |
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Sense and Sensibility The Citadel Theatre (2/20-3/14) |
