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The Charlottetown Festival Announces Return of P.E.I.'s Own Aaron Hastelow
by BWW News Desk - April 17, 2017
It's School Again! for Aaron Hastelow. The Islander will return to The Charlottetown Festival this summer for his second stint as Avonlea sweetheart, Gilbert Blythe. 
Centaur Theatre Company in Association with Thousand Islands Playhouse present the Quebec Premiere of BED AND BREAKFAST
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2017
Centaur Theatre's forty-eighth season comes to an end with the Quebec premiere of  Bed and Breakfast, a new Canadian comedy written by Mark Crawford. The 2015 world premiere at the Thousand Islands Playhouse was an instant critical and box office success. 
Segal Centre to Present The Chop Theatre's HOW TO DISAPPEAR COMPLETELY
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2017
The Segal Centre for Performing Arts is proud to present The Chop Theatre's award-winning production of How to Disappear Completely in the Segal Studio.
First-Ever Collaboration Brings Together Jewish & Palestinian Playwrights from Around the World
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2017
Playwrights Stephen Orlov of Montreal and Samah Sabawi of Melbourne discuss their challenging artistic journey and creative process in editing this groundbreaking collection. Double Exposure: Plays of the Jewish and Palestinian Diasporas is the first English-language anthology worldwide by Jewish and Palestinian writers in any genre of drama, prose or poetry. This unique anthology about the Israel-Palestine conflict includes three plays penned by Jewish playwrights, three by Palestinian playwrights, and one by both. The afternoon also features scene readings by actors.
VINTAGE HITCHCOCK Up Next at Point St. Charles Community Theatre
by BWW News Desk - March 27, 2017
Point St. Charles Community Theatre has announced its next play. Opening April 28th, 2017, VINTAGE HITCHCOCK is written by Joe Landry and directed by Emily Schon. In Joe Landry's play - spies; murder; love; and other trademarks of Alfred Hitchcock come to life.
CLYBOURNE PARK Coming to Centaur Theatre This April
by BWW News Desk - March 24, 2017
Centaur Theatre presents the Pulitzer Prize-winning play, Clybourne Park, written by American playwright, Bruce Norris, from April 4 to 30, 2017.
Acts To Grind Theatre Presents Melodramedy CLOSER at MainLine Theatre
by BWW News Desk - March 22, 2017
Set in London 1997, four lives intertwine over the course of four and a half years in this densely plotted, stinging look at modern love and betrayal.
L'authentique to Present IT'S ABOUT ONE MOMENT: A Jason Robert Brown Revue 3/18
by Noelle Hannibal - March 16, 2017
New Montreal company, L'authentique will present IT'S ABOUT ONE MOMENT on Saturday, March 18, 2017. This new company was formed to promote and create opportunities for a new generation of professional musical theatre artists in Montreal and Quebec City.
SUCCESSIONS, THE 39 STEPS and More Set for Centaur Theatre's Season 49 Lineup
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2017
A new line-up of plays and much more were revealed at Centaur Theatre's 49th season launch this afternoon.
Vox Aeterna presents the Fourth Annual Festival de la Voix
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2017
Vox Aeterna is proud to present the fourth annual Festival de la Voix, promoting live music, Canadian composers, and professional and emerging artists, in six exciting, varied concerts, as well as offering outstanding workshops. From March 21 to March 29 in the West Island (Pointe-Claire, Dorval, Beaconsfield), Festival de la Voix brings communities and all ages together to sing, sing, sing!
The Opera de Montreal Present World Premiere Of ANOTHER BRICK IN THE WALL - THE OPERA, 3/11-27
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2017
The Opera de Montreal and TD Bank Group are proud to present the world premiere of Another Brick In The Wall - The Opera, based on the words and music of The Wall by Roger Waters, in an operatic version composed by Julien Bilodeau and directed by Dominic Champagne, assisted by Neilson Vignola.
Two Added Dates Announced for ANOTHER BRICK IN THE WALL – THE OPERA
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2017
As part of the world premiere presentation of Another Brick In The Wall - The Opera-based on Roger Waters' legendary work The Wall-the Opera de Montreal is announcing two added performances: Monday, March 13 at 7:30 pm and Sunday, March 26 at 2 pm. The project brings together Quebec baritone Etienne Dupuis, who will portray fallen rock star Pink, and three exceptional artists: Julien Bilodeau, composer of the new opera vision of the work; Dominic Champagne, stage director of this monument of 80s music; and Alain Trudel, who will conduct the Orchestre Me?tropolitain.
Cast Announced for KIM'S CONVENIENCE at Segal Theatre
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2017
Kim's Convenience, the most celebrated and widely seen new Canadian play in recent history that launched the hit CBC sitcom of the same name, makes its way to Quebec for the very first time with an exclusive two week run at the Segal Centre for Performing Arts. Ins Choi's personal, funny, and touching story has been resonating with audiences from coast to coast with its honest portrayal of the Kim family and their life running a neighbourhood convenience store. This special presentation will be on the Segal stage from March 8 to 19 only.
Soulpepper's KIM'S CONVENIENCE to Make Quebec Debut at Segal Centre
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2017
Kim's Convenience, the most celebrated and widely seen new Canadian play in recent history that launched the hit CBC sitcom of the same name, makes its way to Quebec for the very first time with an exclusive two week run at the Segal Centre for Performing Arts.
Francois Archambault's YOU WILL REMEMBER ME Gets Quebec English-Language Premiere at Centaur Theatre
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2017
Francois Archambault, the Governor General Award-winning Quebecois playwright, receives the Quebec English-language premiere of his 2015 play, You Will Remember Me (Tu te souviendras de moi), at Centaur Theatre from March 7th to April 2nd, 2017. The coincidentally titled production is the last play that Roy Surette will direct as Centaur's Artistic and Executive Director before returning to the West coast in June to helm Touchstone Theatre.
Confederation Centre of the Arts Welcomes AJ Bridel to Green Gables
by BWW News Desk - March 03, 2017
Trading Kinky Boots' red heels for red braids, AJ Bridel is set for school again. The 22-year-old actress will become the 18th triple threat to play Anne Shirley at The Charlottetown Festival, joining an all new production led by Artistic Director Adam Brazier.
New Cirque du Soleil Touring Show Inspired by James Cameron's AVATAR
by BWW News Desk - March 03, 2017
The new Cirque du Soleil touring show inspired by James Cameron's record-breaking movie AVATAR, TORUK -  The First Flight, will be presented at Quicken Loans Arena from March 3-5, as part of a global tour in arenas around the world.
Montreal's LE PATIN LIBRE to Skate Back to The Yard
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2017
Le Patin Libre returns after their sold out American debut performances on the Vineyard in 2016, continuing The Yard's multi-year commitment to this extraordinary Quebecois ensemble of pioneering skaters who are inventing a new future for art on ice.
Francois Archambault's YOU WILL REMEMBER ME Gets Quebec English-Language Premiere at Centaur Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 22, 2017
Francois Archambault, the Governor General Award-winning Quebecois playwright, receives the Quebec English-language premiere of his 2015 play, You Will Remember Me (Tu te souviendras de moi), at Centaur Theatre from March 7th to April 2nd, 2017. The coincidentally titled production is the last play that Roy Surette will direct as Centaur's Artistic and Executive Director before returning to the West coast in June to helm Touchstone Theatre.
BWW Preview: Full Circle Productions to Present BRINGING BACK BROADWAY - A Musical Review, 3/2-7
by Noelle Hannibal - February 16, 2017
A cast of 27 local Montreal performers, ages 8-70, will present BRINGING BACK BROADWAY, A Musical Review from March 2-7, 2017 at Congregation Beth Tikvah,136 Westpark Blvd, Dollard des Ormeaux, QC. The two hour long Broadway musical revue will highlight songs from ANNIE, WICKED, ALADDIN, THE LITTLE MERMAID, MISS SAIGON, FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, CHESS, WAITRESS, HAMILTON, THE SOUND OF MUSICA and LES MISERABLES. 
Helen Simard Tributes Iggy Pop with IDIOT at La Chapelle
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2017
With this new creation, choreographer Helen Simard continues her tribute to the musician Iggy Pop and the unique way he creates.
Cast Announced for KIM'S CONVENIENCE at Segal Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2017
Kim's Convenience, the most celebrated and widely seen new Canadian play in recent history that launched the hit CBC sitcom of the same name, makes its way to Quebec for the very first time with an exclusive two week run at the Segal Centre for Performing Arts. Ins Choi's personal, funny, and touching story has been resonating with audiences from coast to coast with its honest portrayal of the Kim family and their life running a neighbourhood convenience store. This special presentation will be on the Segal stage from March 8 to 19 only.
Centaur Theatre Welcomes New Artistic & Executive Director Eda Holmes
by BWW News Desk - February 10, 2017
Centaur Theatre's Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Eda Holmes as the new Artistic and Executive Director. She assumes the role on August 1, 2017.
The McGill Savoy Society to Present THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE, Opening Tonight Through 2/18
by Noelle Hannibal - February 10, 2017
The McGill Savoy Society will be presenting Gilbert and Sullivan's THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE  at Moyse Hall, McGill Arts Building, 555 Sherbrooke Street West from February 10, 2017 through February 18, 2017.
Show One Productions presents LES BALLETS TROCKADERO DE MONTE CARLO
by BWW News Desk - February 10, 2017
Five years to the exact day of their last appearance in Toronto, the internationally acclaimed all-male comic ballet company, LES BALLETS TROCKADERO DE MONTE CARLO will return to Toronto with their breathtaking blend of technical prowess, athletic artistry and perfect parody.

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