English-Language Premiere Of Hit Quebec Play MOB Announced
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2020
Centaur Theatre proudly presents the English-language premiere of the Quebecois hit MOB, written by French TV and film star, Catherine-Anne Toupin. 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.
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2020
Centaur Theatre proudly presents the English-language premiere of the Quebecois hit MOB, written by French TV and film star, Catherine-Anne Toupin. 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.
Jeff Parry, Producer of WE WILL ROCK YOU at Salle Wilfrid-Pelletier, Place Des Arts
by Noelle Hannibal - February 03, 2020
Jeff Parry was raised in Ottawa, ON. His love of music began when he was 9 years old when he fell in love with The Beatles. He has always had a passion for. music, so after University, he moved out west to try to raise money to open a record store in Ottawa. He wound up staying in Alberta and rather than open a record store, in 1978, he started a concert promotion business, producing tribute shows. That evolved into becoming an agent and ultimately, a theatrical producer. I had the chance to speak with Parry on the eve of the Montreal run of the award winning musical, WE WILL ROCK YOU, a jukebox musical based on the songs of British rock band Queen with a book by Ben Elton, which lands in Montreal on February 10.
by Noelle Hannibal - February 03, 2020
Jeff Parry was raised in Ottawa, ON. His love of music began when he was 9 years old when he fell in love with The Beatles. He has always had a passion for. music, so after University, he moved out west to try to raise money to open a record store in Ottawa. He wound up staying in Alberta and rather than open a record store, in 1978, he started a concert promotion business, producing tribute shows. That evolved into becoming an agent and ultimately, a theatrical producer. I had the chance to speak with Parry on the eve of the Montreal run of the award winning musical, WE WILL ROCK YOU, a jukebox musical based on the songs of British rock band Queen with a book by Ben Elton, which lands in Montreal on February 10.
DEAR RITA Comes to Nova Scotia
by BWW News Desk - January 29, 2020
Rita MacNeil is coming home. Today, The Charlottetown Festival, in association with The Savoy Theatre, has announced that the new musical celebration Dear Rita will make its Nova Scotia premiere in October 2020.
by BWW News Desk - January 29, 2020
Rita MacNeil is coming home. Today, The Charlottetown Festival, in association with The Savoy Theatre, has announced that the new musical celebration Dear Rita will make its Nova Scotia premiere in October 2020.
In The Wings Promotions Presents THE LIVING ROOM SESSIONS: LOVE EDITION, February 13 At Cafe Shaika
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2020
In the Wings Promotions (ITW) is proud to announce a new concert series called THE LIVING ROOM SESSIONS, starring Noelle Hannibal and featuring Musical Direction by META nominee Ian Baird. Noelle and Ian love music. Known in Montreal for their top notch musical theatre productions, this special concert series will explore songs from a variety of genres. The upcoming LOVE EDITION will feature songs of love and heartbreak, just in time for Valentine's Day.
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2020
In the Wings Promotions (ITW) is proud to announce a new concert series called THE LIVING ROOM SESSIONS, starring Noelle Hannibal and featuring Musical Direction by META nominee Ian Baird. Noelle and Ian love music. Known in Montreal for their top notch musical theatre productions, this special concert series will explore songs from a variety of genres. The upcoming LOVE EDITION will feature songs of love and heartbreak, just in time for Valentine's Day.
The Charlottetown Festival Announces Development Of New Musical With Alan Doyle
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2020
Confederation Centre CEO Steve Bellamy, Artistic Director Adam Brazier, GM of Theatre Dean Constable, and Canadian icon Alan Doyle, made a special announcement January 24. Standing on the historic Homburg Theatre mainstage before a crowd of more than 100 Centre members, Brazier and the team announced the further development of a new musical comedy, Tell Tale Harbour.
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2020
Confederation Centre CEO Steve Bellamy, Artistic Director Adam Brazier, GM of Theatre Dean Constable, and Canadian icon Alan Doyle, made a special announcement January 24. Standing on the historic Homburg Theatre mainstage before a crowd of more than 100 Centre members, Brazier and the team announced the further development of a new musical comedy, Tell Tale Harbour.
BWW Previews: MALUNDERSTOOD at MainLine Theatre 1/30-2/9
by Noelle Hannibal - January 24, 2020
St-Ambroise Montreal Fringe Festival beloved Associated Director and Producer Kenny Streule is delighted to be bringing his first solo show to the stage in his home-theatre, directed by Amy Blackmore. Join him for this heartwarming tale of his evil relationship with his grandmother.
by Noelle Hannibal - January 24, 2020
St-Ambroise Montreal Fringe Festival beloved Associated Director and Producer Kenny Streule is delighted to be bringing his first solo show to the stage in his home-theatre, directed by Amy Blackmore. Join him for this heartwarming tale of his evil relationship with his grandmother.
New Yiddish Rep's THE LABOR OF LIFE Will Tour To Montreal
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2020
New Yiddish Rep's Yiddish-language production of 'The Labor of Life' by the late Israeli playwright Hanoch Levin, which is playing through January 26 at the Rep's Rose and Cyrus Feldman Studio Theater, 315 W. 39 Street (9 fl.), will be presented in Montreal February 16 for two performances at La Vitrola, 4602 Boul St-Laurent, Montréal, QC H2T 1R3, Canada. The theater, which seats 150, is expected to draw from the Montreal Jewish community and Yiddish-speakers including the KlezKanada crowd and Dora Wasserman Yiddish Theater crowd. It will be a production of New Yiddish Rep in association with Art Against Humanity and Bardak Productions. Translator is Eli Rosen and director is Gera Sandler. The piece will be performed with projected English supertitles.
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2020
New Yiddish Rep's Yiddish-language production of 'The Labor of Life' by the late Israeli playwright Hanoch Levin, which is playing through January 26 at the Rep's Rose and Cyrus Feldman Studio Theater, 315 W. 39 Street (9 fl.), will be presented in Montreal February 16 for two performances at La Vitrola, 4602 Boul St-Laurent, Montréal, QC H2T 1R3, Canada. The theater, which seats 150, is expected to draw from the Montreal Jewish community and Yiddish-speakers including the KlezKanada crowd and Dora Wasserman Yiddish Theater crowd. It will be a production of New Yiddish Rep in association with Art Against Humanity and Bardak Productions. Translator is Eli Rosen and director is Gera Sandler. The piece will be performed with projected English supertitles.
Théâtre Ouest End Will Present an Evening of LOVE
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2020
Suffering from the winter/pre-Valentine's Day blues? Théâtre Ouest End presents an evening of LOVE-readings eclectically and playfully interpreted by some of Montreal's established and emerging writers and performers. Enjoy a glass of wine and a delightful evening of theatre in many forms along with a little bit of night music. Warm up from the inside on Friday, February 7 at their home space, Westmount Park United Church. Admission is pay-what-you-think.
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2020
Suffering from the winter/pre-Valentine's Day blues? Théâtre Ouest End presents an evening of LOVE-readings eclectically and playfully interpreted by some of Montreal's established and emerging writers and performers. Enjoy a glass of wine and a delightful evening of theatre in many forms along with a little bit of night music. Warm up from the inside on Friday, February 7 at their home space, Westmount Park United Church. Admission is pay-what-you-think.
Century Song Comes To Centaur In February
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2020
The unique Canadian-made Edinburgh Fringe Festival hit, Century Song, featuring the rich soprano voice of Dora Award-winning Neema Bickersteth, comes to Centaur Theatre as the second of two exquisite gems in Centaur's Presenting Series this season. The powerful one-act co-creation, directed by Ross Manson and choreographed by Kate Alton, will be presented from February 12 to 16, 2020.
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2020
The unique Canadian-made Edinburgh Fringe Festival hit, Century Song, featuring the rich soprano voice of Dora Award-winning Neema Bickersteth, comes to Centaur Theatre as the second of two exquisite gems in Centaur's Presenting Series this season. The powerful one-act co-creation, directed by Ross Manson and choreographed by Kate Alton, will be presented from February 12 to 16, 2020.
Winners Announced For 2019 BroadwayWorld Montreal Awards
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2020
Following a record number of nominations and votes, winners have been announced for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Montreal Awards, brought to you by TodayTix!! The nominees were set, audiences voted, and now we get to recognize local theatres and performers for their outstanding achievement!
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2020
Following a record number of nominations and votes, winners have been announced for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Montreal Awards, brought to you by TodayTix!! The nominees were set, audiences voted, and now we get to recognize local theatres and performers for their outstanding achievement!
The Segal Centre Will be Kicking Off 2020 with SMALL MOUTH SOUNDS
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2020
The Segal Centre will be kicking off 2020 with a unique theatrical experience that takes #selfcare to the next level - just in time to help keep those New Year's resolutions going! Directed by Segal Centre Artistic Associate Caitlin Murphy, the Montreal premiere of Bess Wohl's Small Mouth Sounds will be in the Segal Centre Studio from February 9 to March 1, 2020.
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2020
The Segal Centre will be kicking off 2020 with a unique theatrical experience that takes #selfcare to the next level - just in time to help keep those New Year's resolutions going! Directed by Segal Centre Artistic Associate Caitlin Murphy, the Montreal premiere of Bess Wohl's Small Mouth Sounds will be in the Segal Centre Studio from February 9 to March 1, 2020.
ONE KIND FAVOR Comes to Montréal, Arts Interculturels
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2020
MAI (Montréal, arts interculturels) and Danse-Cité presents George Stamos' choreography ONE KIND FAVOR, created and performed in collaboration with dancer Karla Etienne and musician Radwan Ghazi Moumneh.
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2020
MAI (Montréal, arts interculturels) and Danse-Cité presents George Stamos' choreography ONE KIND FAVOR, created and performed in collaboration with dancer Karla Etienne and musician Radwan Ghazi Moumneh.
Final Week To Vote for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Montreal Awards
by BWW - December 23, 2019
There's just one final week to submit votes for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Montreal Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! Vote today to make sure your favorite local theatre's achievements and performers are recognized!
by BWW - December 23, 2019
There's just one final week to submit votes for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Montreal Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! Vote today to make sure your favorite local theatre's achievements and performers are recognized!
December 19th Update: BONNIE & CLYDE, THE MUSICAL - Contact Theatre - Leads Best Musical Category in the BWW Montreal Awards Voting
by BWW Staff - December 19, 2019
We're heading into the final week of voting for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Montreal Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! Vote today to make sure your favorite local theatre's achievements and performers are recognized!
by BWW Staff - December 19, 2019
We're heading into the final week of voting for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Montreal Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! Vote today to make sure your favorite local theatre's achievements and performers are recognized!
Tebey and Little Miss Higgins Come to Festival Place
by BWW News Desk - December 19, 2019
Two country shows are making their way through Festival Place in January: Tebey with Special Guests Sons of Daughters (January 18), presented by CISN Country 103.9, and Little Miss Higgins (January 31) in the Cafe Series by Qualico Communities.
by BWW News Desk - December 19, 2019
Two country shows are making their way through Festival Place in January: Tebey with Special Guests Sons of Daughters (January 18), presented by CISN Country 103.9, and Little Miss Higgins (January 31) in the Cafe Series by Qualico Communities.
Just Two Weeks Left To Vote for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Montreal Awards
by BWW - December 16, 2019
There's just two weeks left to vote for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Montreal Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! The people have spoken nominations are set, and now you can vote to make sure your favorite local theatre's achievements and performers are recognized!
by BWW - December 16, 2019
There's just two weeks left to vote for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Montreal Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! The people have spoken nominations are set, and now you can vote to make sure your favorite local theatre's achievements and performers are recognized!
Tangente Will Celebrate International Women's Day This March
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2019
Tangente will present a double bill exploring female sexuality, of which the last performance will coincide with International Women's Day. Exceptionally, the show will be restricted to those 18 years of age and over.
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2019
Tangente will present a double bill exploring female sexuality, of which the last performance will coincide with International Women's Day. Exceptionally, the show will be restricted to those 18 years of age and over.
Centaur Theatre Company Presents PARADISE LOST
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2019
From January 14th to February 2nd, Montreal-based playwright Erin Shields blasts 2020 wide open by turning heaven and hell upside down in Paradise Lost, a witty, modern, and feminist reimagining of John Milton's account of the first battle between good and evil. Directed by Jackie Maxwell, former Shaw Festival Artistic Director (2002-2016), Canadian stage icon Lucy Peacock recreates the role of Satan, bookended by Amelia Sargisson as Eve and Qasim Khan as Adam. The three original company members from the 2018 Stratford-commissioned hit are supported by the Stratford designers, but the remaining cast, Centaur's largest this season, and the stage management team are all from Montreal.
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2019
From January 14th to February 2nd, Montreal-based playwright Erin Shields blasts 2020 wide open by turning heaven and hell upside down in Paradise Lost, a witty, modern, and feminist reimagining of John Milton's account of the first battle between good and evil. Directed by Jackie Maxwell, former Shaw Festival Artistic Director (2002-2016), Canadian stage icon Lucy Peacock recreates the role of Satan, bookended by Amelia Sargisson as Eve and Qasim Khan as Adam. The three original company members from the 2018 Stratford-commissioned hit are supported by the Stratford designers, but the remaining cast, Centaur's largest this season, and the stage management team are all from Montreal.
BroadwayWorld Montreal Awards Update: BONNIE & CLYDE, THE MUSICAL - Contact Theatre Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Staff - December 09, 2019
There's just a few weeks left to make your voice heard and submit your votes for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Montreal Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! The people have spoken nominations are set, and now you can vote to make sure your favorite local theatre's achievements and performers are recognized!
by BWW Staff - December 09, 2019
There's just a few weeks left to make your voice heard and submit your votes for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Montreal Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! The people have spoken nominations are set, and now you can vote to make sure your favorite local theatre's achievements and performers are recognized!
The National Theatre School of Canada Presents BURNING VISION - Pay What You Think
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2019
The National Theatre School of Canada's (NTS) 'Pay what you think' concept : for all NTS shows, audiences pay what they think after the show.
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2019
The National Theatre School of Canada's (NTS) 'Pay what you think' concept : for all NTS shows, audiences pay what they think after the show.
Helena Levitt of LATE COMPANY at Segal Centre Studio
by Noelle Hannibal - December 04, 2019
Helena Levitt was born and raised in Montreal. She graduated from Dawson College's Professional Theatre Program, where she says she fell in love with her craft. Upon graduation, she moved to Toronto to seek out more opportunities. After two years in Toronto, and missing her family, she returned to Montreal where stepped away from acting and went back to school, obtaining a BFA in Drama and Education. She dabbled in Drama Therapy, which she found fascinating. She knew there was a strong connection between Drama and therapeutic practices, so she continued her studies, obtaining a Bachelor of Social Work from McGill University. She married and raised a family before realizing how much she missed performing. She began taking classes, which feels every actor should continue to do throughout their career. She started auditioning and is now a critically acclaimed, well respected member of the Montreal theatre community. I had the immense pleasure to chat with Levitt about her career and d² productions upcoming remount of the award winning play, LATE COMPANY, which opens December 10, 2019 at The Segal Centre Studio.
by Noelle Hannibal - December 04, 2019
Helena Levitt was born and raised in Montreal. She graduated from Dawson College's Professional Theatre Program, where she says she fell in love with her craft. Upon graduation, she moved to Toronto to seek out more opportunities. After two years in Toronto, and missing her family, she returned to Montreal where stepped away from acting and went back to school, obtaining a BFA in Drama and Education. She dabbled in Drama Therapy, which she found fascinating. She knew there was a strong connection between Drama and therapeutic practices, so she continued her studies, obtaining a Bachelor of Social Work from McGill University. She married and raised a family before realizing how much she missed performing. She began taking classes, which feels every actor should continue to do throughout their career. She started auditioning and is now a critically acclaimed, well respected member of the Montreal theatre community. I had the immense pleasure to chat with Levitt about her career and d² productions upcoming remount of the award winning play, LATE COMPANY, which opens December 10, 2019 at The Segal Centre Studio.
Imago Theatre Presents THE DECEMBER MAN For 30th Anniversary Of Polytechnique Shooting
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2019
On December 7 at 7:00pm at Dawson College Theatre, Imago Theatre in association with the Dawson College Peace Centre will present a reading of Colleen Murphy's The December Man with a renowned Canadian creative team to commemorate the 14 lives lost in the Ecole Polytechnique shooting and fundraise for the women's shelter Chez Doris. The December Man focuses on the lives of Jean Fournier, a young engineering student who witnessed the Polytechnique massacre, and his parents, Kathleen and Benoît, as they struggle to cope in the aftermath of a violent hate crime. The December Man is an intimately human story about family, courage, survival, the depths of love and the scar tissue marks of hate.
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2019
On December 7 at 7:00pm at Dawson College Theatre, Imago Theatre in association with the Dawson College Peace Centre will present a reading of Colleen Murphy's The December Man with a renowned Canadian creative team to commemorate the 14 lives lost in the Ecole Polytechnique shooting and fundraise for the women's shelter Chez Doris. The December Man focuses on the lives of Jean Fournier, a young engineering student who witnessed the Polytechnique massacre, and his parents, Kathleen and Benoît, as they struggle to cope in the aftermath of a violent hate crime. The December Man is an intimately human story about family, courage, survival, the depths of love and the scar tissue marks of hate.
December 2nd Update - Current Standings for the BWW Montreal Awards!
by BWW - December 02, 2019
It's December! Voting is now underway for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Montreal Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! Now you can vote to make sure your favorite local theatres and performers are recognized. Check out the first set of stats below.
by BWW - December 02, 2019
It's December! Voting is now underway for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Montreal Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! Now you can vote to make sure your favorite local theatres and performers are recognized. Check out the first set of stats below.
Cirque du Soleil and Walt Disney World Present a Glimpse Into the New Production Coming to Disney Springs
by BWW News Desk - November 27, 2019
Last week in Montreal at the Cirque du Soleil International Headquarters, Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, Walt Disney Animation Studios and Disney Parks, Experiences and Products presented a sneak peek of the new Cirque du Soleil resident show set to open at the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida in spring 2020.
by BWW News Desk - November 27, 2019
Last week in Montreal at the Cirque du Soleil International Headquarters, Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, Walt Disney Animation Studios and Disney Parks, Experiences and Products presented a sneak peek of the new Cirque du Soleil resident show set to open at the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida in spring 2020.
Centaur Theatre Presents 23rd WILDSIDE FESTIVAL
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2019
A new curator has stepped into the spotlight for Centaur Theatre's Wildside Festival, the boundary-blasting showcase of independent works from Quebec and beyond, appropriately billed as the a?oehottest two weeks of wintera??. For the 2020 edition, Rose Plotek, the former Associate Director of the National Theatre School's Directing Program, has selected eight trailblazing works, including Centaur's choice for the Best of the 2019 Fringe Festival, Vancouver's Multiple Organism.
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2019
A new curator has stepped into the spotlight for Centaur Theatre's Wildside Festival, the boundary-blasting showcase of independent works from Quebec and beyond, appropriately billed as the a?oehottest two weeks of wintera??. For the 2020 edition, Rose Plotek, the former Associate Director of the National Theatre School's Directing Program, has selected eight trailblazing works, including Centaur's choice for the Best of the 2019 Fringe Festival, Vancouver's Multiple Organism.
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