La Chapelle Celebrates Its 30th Birthday On May 25
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2020
In these times of uncertainty and upheaval, one thing is certain: La Chapelle Scènes Contemporaines will celebrate its 30th birthday on May 25.
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2020
In these times of uncertainty and upheaval, one thing is certain: La Chapelle Scènes Contemporaines will celebrate its 30th birthday on May 25.
Infinithéâtre Opens Its Play Development To The Public
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2020
Infinithéâtre is inviting members of the public across Canada to The Infinite Playwrights' Chat Room to participate online in the development of a series of exciting new plays. Once a week, a different script of a work-in-progress from six Québec playwrights will be released. If the synopsis of the play intrigues you or you enjoy reading early work and being part of the process, they are looking for your input to help develop and write the next draft. The Infinite Playwrights' Chat Room runs Thursdays, May 14-June 25.
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2020
Infinithéâtre is inviting members of the public across Canada to The Infinite Playwrights' Chat Room to participate online in the development of a series of exciting new plays. Once a week, a different script of a work-in-progress from six Québec playwrights will be released. If the synopsis of the play intrigues you or you enjoy reading early work and being part of the process, they are looking for your input to help develop and write the next draft. The Infinite Playwrights' Chat Room runs Thursdays, May 14-June 25.
VIDEO: The Lyric Theatre Singers Share Rendition of 'Beautiful City' From GODSPELL
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2020
The members of The Lyric Theatre Singers present their rendition of “Beautiful City” from the musical Godspell. They began work on this song from their (now postponed) June Broadway Revue Show in the winter, and even then they were touched by its inspiring and hopeful message.
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2020
The members of The Lyric Theatre Singers present their rendition of “Beautiful City” from the musical Godspell. They began work on this song from their (now postponed) June Broadway Revue Show in the winter, and even then they were touched by its inspiring and hopeful message.
Quebec Cinema Announces the Nominees for the 2020 Iris Awards
by Kaitlin Milligan - April 23, 2020
This afternoon, live from the living room of actor Guillaume Lambert, Québec Cinéma announced the nominees for the 2020 Iris Awards.
by Kaitlin Milligan - April 23, 2020
This afternoon, live from the living room of actor Guillaume Lambert, Québec Cinéma announced the nominees for the 2020 Iris Awards.
VIDEO: Segal Centre's MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Cast Perform 'Peace in the Valley'
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2020
The cast of Million Dollar Quartet at the Segal Centre for Performing Arts got together (virtually) and created a touching cover of 'Peace in the Valley'.
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2020
The cast of Million Dollar Quartet at the Segal Centre for Performing Arts got together (virtually) and created a touching cover of 'Peace in the Valley'.
Brave New Productions to Present Live Streamed Performance
by BWW News Desk - April 20, 2020
Brave New Productions returns after a two year hiatus with a special livestream performance of 'A Public Reading Of An Unproduced Screenplay About The Death Of Walt Disney' by Lucas Hnath.
by BWW News Desk - April 20, 2020
Brave New Productions returns after a two year hiatus with a special livestream performance of 'A Public Reading Of An Unproduced Screenplay About The Death Of Walt Disney' by Lucas Hnath.
First North American Artists To Record Complete Works For Cello And Piano By Unjustly Obscure Composer
by BWW News Desk - April 16, 2020
Cellist Leah Plave and pianist Dr. Dan Sato are proud to present a new recording of Henriette Bosmans' (1895-1952) complete works for cello and piano. This is the first Canadian recording of these colorful pieces, which include Bosmans' Sonata, Trois Impressions, and two lyrical songs. A culmination of many years of collaboration and research, this new recording from Sato and Plave is available as of April 1st, 2020.
by BWW News Desk - April 16, 2020
Cellist Leah Plave and pianist Dr. Dan Sato are proud to present a new recording of Henriette Bosmans' (1895-1952) complete works for cello and piano. This is the first Canadian recording of these colorful pieces, which include Bosmans' Sonata, Trois Impressions, and two lyrical songs. A culmination of many years of collaboration and research, this new recording from Sato and Plave is available as of April 1st, 2020.
FESTIVAL ACCÈS ASIE Will Now Be Held Online
by BWW News Desk - April 15, 2020
Following the government's request to cancel all cultural events until August 31st 2020, the physical version of the 25th edition of the Festival Accès Asie has been cancelled.
by BWW News Desk - April 15, 2020
Following the government's request to cancel all cultural events until August 31st 2020, the physical version of the 25th edition of the Festival Accès Asie has been cancelled.
Confederation Centre Announces Date For 2020 Symons Medal Ceremony
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2020
CEO Steve Bellamy and the Confederation Centre of the Arts team announced today that the 2020 Symons Medal will be awarded on Friday, October 30, in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island.
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2020
CEO Steve Bellamy and the Confederation Centre of the Arts team announced today that the 2020 Symons Medal will be awarded on Friday, October 30, in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island.
575 Emerging Artists Submit Projects To The National Theatre School For Art Apart Project
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2020
575 artists from 10 Canadian provinces and 2 territories have applied for the Art Apart project. This initiative by the National Theatre School of Canada (NTS) will provide $60,000 in support to emerging artists (as 80 grants of $750), who are facing increased financial precariousness due to the COVID-19 crisis.
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2020
575 artists from 10 Canadian provinces and 2 territories have applied for the Art Apart project. This initiative by the National Theatre School of Canada (NTS) will provide $60,000 in support to emerging artists (as 80 grants of $750), who are facing increased financial precariousness due to the COVID-19 crisis.
VIDEO: Watch Dora Wasserman Yiddish Theatre's Yiddish Language World Premiere of 'Ballad of the Triangle Fire / Bread and Roses'
by BWW News Desk - March 31, 2020
In commemoration of the 146 young women who perished in The Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire of 1911 and in homage to the pioneering role that women played in fostering political, social, labour, and economic reform in its aftermath, the Dora Wasserman Yiddish Theatre presents the Yiddish language world premiere of a?oeThe Ballad of Triangle Firea?? and a?oeBread and Rosesa??.
by BWW News Desk - March 31, 2020
In commemoration of the 146 young women who perished in The Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire of 1911 and in homage to the pioneering role that women played in fostering political, social, labour, and economic reform in its aftermath, the Dora Wasserman Yiddish Theatre presents the Yiddish language world premiere of a?oeThe Ballad of Triangle Firea?? and a?oeBread and Rosesa??.
Centaur And BTW Cancel August Wilson's FENCES
by BWW News Desk - March 25, 2020
Centaur Theatre Company and BTW have canceled their production of August Wilson's FENCES.
by BWW News Desk - March 25, 2020
Centaur Theatre Company and BTW have canceled their production of August Wilson's FENCES.
Segal Centre Cancels Shows Due to COVID-19
by BWW News Desk - March 13, 2020
The Segal Centre is committed to the safety, health, and well-being of our staff, artists, students, patrons, and guests. As the Coronavirus (COVID-19) situation evolves worldwide, the Segal Centre is closely monitoring the situation and will keep you apprised of any changes.
by BWW News Desk - March 13, 2020
The Segal Centre is committed to the safety, health, and well-being of our staff, artists, students, patrons, and guests. As the Coronavirus (COVID-19) situation evolves worldwide, the Segal Centre is closely monitoring the situation and will keep you apprised of any changes.
Acts To Grind Theatre Presents HAM, A LOT - A Lot Like Hamlet But Way More Awesome
by BWW News Desk - March 10, 2020
How do you like your Shakespeare, tragedy or comedy? Acts to Grind Theatre presents their latest production, HAM, a lot, a tragi-comic adaptation of Billy Shake's Hamlet aka William Shakespeare's The Tragedy of Hamlet, Prince of Denmark (1600).
by BWW News Desk - March 10, 2020
How do you like your Shakespeare, tragedy or comedy? Acts to Grind Theatre presents their latest production, HAM, a lot, a tragi-comic adaptation of Billy Shake's Hamlet aka William Shakespeare's The Tragedy of Hamlet, Prince of Denmark (1600).
BWW Previews: MOB at Centaur Theatre
by Noelle Hannibal - March 04, 2020
The English-language premiere of the Quebecois hit MOB, written by French TV and film star, Catherine-Anne Toupin opens March 6, 2020 at Centaur Theatre. La meute, the original French production, first played at Théâtre La Licorne in January 2018, to immediate critical and box office success - so much so that it was remounted that summer and again at La Licorne this past autumn. Ms. Toupin, adored by numerous fans for her roles in the highly successful TV series Boomerang and Unité 9, continues to play the demanding and complex role of Sophie in the French productions. Currently in previews, MOB opens March 6 and runs through March 29 at Centaur Theatre, 453 St Francois Xavier St, Montreal.
by Noelle Hannibal - March 04, 2020
The English-language premiere of the Quebecois hit MOB, written by French TV and film star, Catherine-Anne Toupin opens March 6, 2020 at Centaur Theatre. La meute, the original French production, first played at Théâtre La Licorne in January 2018, to immediate critical and box office success - so much so that it was remounted that summer and again at La Licorne this past autumn. Ms. Toupin, adored by numerous fans for her roles in the highly successful TV series Boomerang and Unité 9, continues to play the demanding and complex role of Sophie in the French productions. Currently in previews, MOB opens March 6 and runs through March 29 at Centaur Theatre, 453 St Francois Xavier St, Montreal.
BWW Previews: Disney on Ice Presents ROAD TRIP ADVENTURES 3/4-38 at Place Bell
by Noelle Hannibal - March 04, 2020
Disney On Ice returns to Montreal to present ROAD TRIP ADVENTURES, the most participatory and innovative production in ice show history, from March 4-8, 2020 at Place Laval. Disney On Ice's newest installment will allow families to participate in an immersive road trip to create a multi-generational experience with stories brought to life through inventive, theatrical performances.
by Noelle Hannibal - March 04, 2020
Disney On Ice returns to Montreal to present ROAD TRIP ADVENTURES, the most participatory and innovative production in ice show history, from March 4-8, 2020 at Place Laval. Disney On Ice's newest installment will allow families to participate in an immersive road trip to create a multi-generational experience with stories brought to life through inventive, theatrical performances.
The 23rd Annual Roots of Rock & Roll Concert Comes to Oscar Peterson Concert Hall, Concordia University
by BWW News Desk - March 04, 2020
This year's eagerly anticipated theme for Craig Morrison's annual Roots of Rock & Roll Concert is You've Got a Friend a?" 1970s Pop Rock. The Seventies were a great time for pop rock, with so many styles: singer/songwriter, progressive rock, hard rock, country rock, disco, and punk. Songs in the show include a?oeWild World,a?? a?oeOne of These Nights,a?? a?oeSmoke on the Water,a?? a?oeBand on the Run,a?? a?oeSultans of Swing,a?? and a?oeJoy to the World.a??
by BWW News Desk - March 04, 2020
This year's eagerly anticipated theme for Craig Morrison's annual Roots of Rock & Roll Concert is You've Got a Friend a?" 1970s Pop Rock. The Seventies were a great time for pop rock, with so many styles: singer/songwriter, progressive rock, hard rock, country rock, disco, and punk. Songs in the show include a?oeWild World,a?? a?oeOne of These Nights,a?? a?oeSmoke on the Water,a?? a?oeBand on the Run,a?? a?oeSultans of Swing,a?? and a?oeJoy to the World.a??
Contact Theatre Presents CHICAGO
by BWW News Desk - March 01, 2020
Tickets on sale now for Contact Theatre's production of Chicago, the musical. Details at www.contacttheatre.ca.
by BWW News Desk - March 01, 2020
Tickets on sale now for Contact Theatre's production of Chicago, the musical. Details at www.contacttheatre.ca.
Cirque du Soleil Events + Experiences Announces New Capabilities with 4U2C Creative Studio Merger
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2020
=Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group announces today the merger of its multimedia creative studio, 4U2C, with its events division, Cirque du Soleil Events + Experiences, a move that positions it as the most fully-integrated turnkey creative and artistic content solution provider in bespoke, world-class live entertainment.
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2020
=Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group announces today the merger of its multimedia creative studio, 4U2C, with its events division, Cirque du Soleil Events + Experiences, a move that positions it as the most fully-integrated turnkey creative and artistic content solution provider in bespoke, world-class live entertainment.
FIGHT ON! Comes to Infinithéâtre
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2020
Following two years of applauded, in-depth workshop productions, Infinithéàtre continues its mandate of reflecting life in the 21st century with the combined and refined full-scale production of parts 1&2 of Fight On! (Nôtinikiy). With vital, overdue recognition of Indigenous Peoples manifested by Wet'suwet'en supporters joining the protest of Coastal GasLink's pipeline project running through traditional territories, Québec's signing of the Grand Alliance respecting Cree values and wildlife habitat protection in a clear break from colonial policies, and Canada Post honouring Louis Riel and the Red River Resistance with a 150th anniversary commemorative stamp, playwright and Infinithéâtre Artistic Director Guy Sprung's timely examination of Canada's ignoble past is a dynamic bonanza. Blending comedy and Dickensian irony with tragedy, Fight On! is performed mainly in English, with significant characters speaking French, Cree and Kanienʼkéha (Mohawk), from March 16-29 at the beautiful downtown Centre St Jax. There will be moderated talkbacks after a number of performances.
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2020
Following two years of applauded, in-depth workshop productions, Infinithéàtre continues its mandate of reflecting life in the 21st century with the combined and refined full-scale production of parts 1&2 of Fight On! (Nôtinikiy). With vital, overdue recognition of Indigenous Peoples manifested by Wet'suwet'en supporters joining the protest of Coastal GasLink's pipeline project running through traditional territories, Québec's signing of the Grand Alliance respecting Cree values and wildlife habitat protection in a clear break from colonial policies, and Canada Post honouring Louis Riel and the Red River Resistance with a 150th anniversary commemorative stamp, playwright and Infinithéâtre Artistic Director Guy Sprung's timely examination of Canada's ignoble past is a dynamic bonanza. Blending comedy and Dickensian irony with tragedy, Fight On! is performed mainly in English, with significant characters speaking French, Cree and Kanienʼkéha (Mohawk), from March 16-29 at the beautiful downtown Centre St Jax. There will be moderated talkbacks after a number of performances.
Teesri Duniya Theatre Presents COUNTER OFFENCE
by BWW News Desk - February 19, 2020
First produced at the Strathearn Intercultural Centre to critical acclaim and subsequently translated into French as L'Affaire Farhadi with similar success, the themes in Counter Offence are as current as ever. With this in mind, multi-award winning, published playwright and Teesri Duniya Theatre artistic director Rahul Varma has updated his play to further heighten the relevancy. In counterpoint, domestic violence and racism blur, distorting the issues while officials satisfy their own agendas. Teesri Duniya Theatre is proud to present this important show playing at the Segal Centre for the Performing Arts from March 11-29, directed by Arianna Bardesono. Continuing their mandate to encourage dialogue, the company will hold post-show talkbacks on March 16, 22, 24 and 29. An ongoing, evolving art display by marginalized artists will be in the lobby complementing the production. Mature contenta?"ages 13+.
by BWW News Desk - February 19, 2020
First produced at the Strathearn Intercultural Centre to critical acclaim and subsequently translated into French as L'Affaire Farhadi with similar success, the themes in Counter Offence are as current as ever. With this in mind, multi-award winning, published playwright and Teesri Duniya Theatre artistic director Rahul Varma has updated his play to further heighten the relevancy. In counterpoint, domestic violence and racism blur, distorting the issues while officials satisfy their own agendas. Teesri Duniya Theatre is proud to present this important show playing at the Segal Centre for the Performing Arts from March 11-29, directed by Arianna Bardesono. Continuing their mandate to encourage dialogue, the company will hold post-show talkbacks on March 16, 22, 24 and 29. An ongoing, evolving art display by marginalized artists will be in the lobby complementing the production. Mature contenta?"ages 13+.
Charlottetown Festival Announces ANNE Casting and Two-Day Sale
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2020
It's a provincial holiday on P.E.I. today and to celebrate, Confederation Centre of the Arts is offering a special 'Islander Day' sale for Charlottetown Festival tickets. Artistic Director Adam Brazier has also announced the casting of four of the lead roles in Anne of Green Gablesa?"The Musical.
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2020
It's a provincial holiday on P.E.I. today and to celebrate, Confederation Centre of the Arts is offering a special 'Islander Day' sale for Charlottetown Festival tickets. Artistic Director Adam Brazier has also announced the casting of four of the lead roles in Anne of Green Gablesa?"The Musical.
The Cole Foundation Has Announced the Grant Winners for the Intercultural Conversations-Conversations Interculturelles
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2020
The Cole Foundation has announced the latest grant winners for the Intercultural Conversations-Conversations Interculturelles (IC-CI) programme, created to motivate the production of professional theatre that features intercultural dialogue and introduces Montrealers to other cultural heritages and social realities.
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2020
The Cole Foundation has announced the latest grant winners for the Intercultural Conversations-Conversations Interculturelles (IC-CI) programme, created to motivate the production of professional theatre that features intercultural dialogue and introduces Montrealers to other cultural heritages and social realities.
Segal Centre Presents Louise Pitre In THE TIMES THEY ARE A-CHANGIN'
by BWW News Desk - February 11, 2020
The Segal Centre is thrilled to be welcoming back Tony nominee and 4-time Dora winner Louise Pitre and W. Joseph Matheson (as seen in 2018's hit The Angel and the Sparrow) for a concert celebration of Jewish musical artists of the 60s. Directed by Avery Saltzman, The Times They Are a Changin' will be rocking the Sylvan Adams Theatre from March 1 to March 22, 2020.
by BWW News Desk - February 11, 2020
The Segal Centre is thrilled to be welcoming back Tony nominee and 4-time Dora winner Louise Pitre and W. Joseph Matheson (as seen in 2018's hit The Angel and the Sparrow) for a concert celebration of Jewish musical artists of the 60s. Directed by Avery Saltzman, The Times They Are a Changin' will be rocking the Sylvan Adams Theatre from March 1 to March 22, 2020.
BWW Previews: MERTON OF THE MOVIES at Cote Saint-Luc Dramatic Society
by Andee Shuster - February 08, 2020
This February, Montreal audiences will be able to get a taste of Hollywood's pre-talkie era through Cote Saint-Luc Dramatic Society's (CSLDS) production of Kaufman and Connelly's comedic play, Merton of the Movies.
by Andee Shuster - February 08, 2020
This February, Montreal audiences will be able to get a taste of Hollywood's pre-talkie era through Cote Saint-Luc Dramatic Society's (CSLDS) production of Kaufman and Connelly's comedic play, Merton of the Movies.
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