Ottawa Theatre Newsroom

GCTC announced its 50th Anniversary Season will open with the classic Canadian comedy THE ANGER IN ERNEST AND ERNESTINE, celebrating a milestone with a beloved play that explores relationships and humor.

Theatre Collingwood has announced a special ceremony at its office on Wednesday, September 11th, at 4:30 p.m.

Nominations are now open for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Ottawa Awards. The 2024 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2023 through September 30, 2024.

What did our critic think of COME FROM AWAY at National Arts Centre?

What did our critic think of THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME at Ottawa?

BC Culture Days celebrates its 15th anniversary this fall with hundreds of free and Pay-What-You-May events across the province, fostering cross-cultural understanding through the arts.

Les Misérables hails itself as the world’s most popular musical. Although this statistic may be partially attributed to longevity, the new production of Les Mis, presented by Broadway Across Canada and currently on stage at Ottawa’s National Arts Centre, is undeniably a feast for the senses. With incredible stage design, the set is further enhanced using technology to build depth and make the streets – and sewers – of Paris come alive.

The St. Lawrence Shakespeare Festival will wrap up the 2024 season with Play On! A Shakespeare Inspired Mixtape, featuring local musicians and a mix of pop music and Shakespearean text.

What did our critic think of SOCIAL TANGO PROJECT at National Arts Centre?

What did our critic think of HILDA'S YARD at Ottawa Little Theatre?

Hope Muir, Joan and Jerry Lozinski Artistic Director of The National Ballet of Canada, have announced the 2024/25 season dancer roster featuring six new dancers and seven RBC Apprentices.

Three Men on a Bike by Mark Brownell comes to Guild Festival Theatre this week. Performances run July 18 - August 4.

The Collingwood Music Festival will present its 5th annual summer series, bringing over 120 outstanding musicians to the town this year.

This riveting story by Governor General Award-winning playwright Robert Chafe tells the incredible, yet true, tale of Marguerite de la Roque who was abandoned on a remote island in the Gulf of St. Lawrence in 1542. Part tragedy, part thriller, this gripping play makes its Toronto premiere at Guild Festival Theatre this summer.

What did our critic think of YOU USED TO CALL ME MARIE... at the National Arts Centre?

What did our critic think of AN ACT OF GRACE at Ottawa Little Theatre?

Guild Festival Theatre announces the production of THREE MEN ON A BIKE, a new comedy exploring friendship and adventure.

What did our critic think of THE WIZARD OF OZ at Meridian Theatres @ Centrepointe?

What did our critic think of SIX at the National Arts Centre?

What did our critic think of BASKERVILLE: A SHERLOCK HOLMES MYSTERY at Kanata Theatre?

What did our critic think of THE EMPIRE STRIPS BACK at Kailash Mital Theatre?

Find out why our critic recommends Stag and Doe.

The National Arts Centre revealed its programming for the 2024-2025 season. Building on the success of the current season featuring some of the most diverse and creative Canadian and international artists, the 2024-2025 season will take audiences on breathtaking journeys through an enthralling blend of powerful new works and absolute classics.

The Gatineau Hot Air Balloon Festival has announced that on Friday, August 30th, 2024, fans will enjoy an all-country evening featuring three-time CCMA Artist of the Year and JUNO Awards winner, Dallas Smith.

Coming in May at the Great Canadian Theatre Company is the newest production from 100 Watt Productions and its Youth Ensemble, STUFF.