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Theatre Ouest End Presents 'Still Got Something to Say: 6 Plays on Age' in June
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2022
With support from the Canada Council for the Arts 'Digital Now!' grant, Theatre Ouest End commissioned six seasoned Canadian playwrights to write short plays exploring the theme of age, ageing and the challenges of navigating an ageist world.
A NIGHT IN VEGAS Comes to Theatre Collingwood
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2022
To some it may seem like Theatre Collingwood has not been affected by the past 2+ years but the truth is they really have, and May 31st-June 5th will mark the first of their Regular Season Theatre Programming since 2019.  You are correct to think they have been staying in t
Rehearsals Underway On Fatuma Adar's New Musical DIXON ROAD at the High Park Amphitheatre
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2022
The Musical Stage Company alongside production partners Obsidian Theatre Company are thrilled to announce that rehearsals are underway on Fatuma Adar's original musical DIXON ROAD, on stage June 1 – 19 at the High Park Amphitheatre as part of Canadian Stage's 2022 Dream in High Park.  The company is also excited to release a first look teaser video from the show.
Bravo Academy's Advanced Teen Troupe Presents THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2022
Bravo Academy's Advanced Teen Troupe presents The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical (Concord Theatricals).
SHAKESPEARE'S WILL Comes to the Gladstone This Month; New Dates Announced!
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2022
Best-laid plans! The dates for Bear & Co.'s production of Vern Thiessen's Shakespeare's Will starring Ottawa's own Eleanor Crowder at The Gladstone have shifted. The production will open in the newly reroofed Gladstone a week later than planned.
The Royal Conservatory of Music Announces Classical and Jazz Concerts
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2022
Dr. Peter Simon, Michael and Sonja Koerner President & CEO of The Royal Conservatory of Music, and  Mervon Mehta, Executive Director of Performing Arts, today revealed programming details of some of the  classical and jazz concerts for the 2022-23 season. The full season of more than 100 concerts, including  pop, world music, and new special series, will be released in June.  
SHAKESPEARE'S WILL Comes to The Gladstone This Month
by BWW News Desk - April 01, 2022
Revered Ottawa actor Eleanor Crowder reveals Shakespeare's Will by Vern Thiessen at The Gladstone April 13–30.
BWW Review: HEARTLINES at the Great Canadian Theatre Company
by Courtney Castelino - March 27, 2022
Heartlines, presented by TACTICS at the Great Canadian Theatre Company, is based on the true story of two artists living and creating surrealist art together at a time when neither unconventional art nor homosexuality, was widely accepted.
BWW Review: CATS Makes A Triumphant Return to Ottawa at the National Arts Centre
by Courtney Castelino - March 15, 2022
Broadway Across Canada's touring production of CATS was abruptly cut short in March 2020 when theatre venues were shut down because of COVID-19. It is now the first to emerge in Broadway Across Canada's 2022 season lineup.
HEARTLINES at GCTC Depicts Art and Love in Defiance of World War
by BWW News Desk - March 10, 2022
Heartlines at GCTC depicts art and love in defiance of world war. A story of queer love in a time of fascism, GCTC's 2021-22 Season continues with Heartlines by Sarah Waisvisz, the second production in the TACTICS Mainstage Series.
Theatre Collingwood to Offer Drama Education Course for Seniors
by Marissa Tomeo - March 04, 2022
Theatre Collingwood has announced their newest drama education program- for seniors! If you have a story to tell, or simply wish to lift someone else’s story off the page, this six-week workshop may be just the opportunity you need to “regain your authentic voice” and “find an audience”.
BWW Review: BLISSFUL STATE OF SURRENDER at The Great Canadian Theatre Company
by Courtney Castelino - February 27, 2022
Blissful State of Surrender is the first play by Bosnian-Canadian playwright, Sanita Fejzić. Fejzić fled the Bosnian genocide as a child and spent her formative years as a refugee in Europe before settling in Ottawa. Her experiences are reflected in her work and, given what is happening in Ukraine right now, the show feels almost too close for comfort.
Propeller Dance's FRAME OF MIND Explores the Themes of Mental Health Through Dance
by BWW News Desk - February 16, 2022
Propeller Dance’s Frame of Mind features three videos, Propeller Dance’s Frame of Mind, and two works from guest artists: You&Us and P&G. Each video explores mental health through dance. With work from Cara Spooner, Ed Hanley, Jesse Stewart, and Shara Weaver, these videos bring awareness to societal barriers and stigma.
Tweed & Company Theatre Announces 2022 Season
by BWW News Desk - February 08, 2022
Tweed & Company Theatre is presenting their 2022 Season, featuring both major musicals and new original shows in both venues! After presenting a Flexible 2021 Season that allowed shows to be presented online, outside or in a theatre, the company is preparing to make a safe return to live theatre with a bang, with COVID-resilient contingency plans.
Banff Centre Welcomes Dean Of Arts and Leadership
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2022
Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity has announced the appointment of Mark Wold as Dean of Arts and Leadership. Mark has worked at Banff Centre for over two decades in Arts and Leadership roles, most recently serving as Senior Managing Director, Artistic Program Planning.
Multicultural Association of Wood Buffalo Brings its EXPO Back in February 2022
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2022
Founded in 2011, the Multicultural EXPO is MCA's annual flagship event. Every year in February, the EXPO highlights the diverse cultural groups that are represented within the region through history, food, dance, activities and knowledge of residents' backgrounds.
BISQC Ensembles Vie For More Than $500K In Cash Prizes And Opportunities
by BWW News Desk - February 01, 2022
2022 Banff International String Quartet Competition offers prizes and opportunities worth over $500,000 for emerging quartets.
Ottawa Arts Council Launches New Award Recognizing Arts Educators
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2022
The Community Arts Educator Award was created to recognize excellence in community arts education and the accomplishments of Ottawa-based artists who provide unique and creative learning experiences that inspire future generations and community art projects that engage Ottawa residents.
Banff Centre Welcomes Naomi Schmold To Foundation Board
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2022
Naomi is Chief Privacy Officer and Associate General Counsel at Enbridge, a leading North American energy delivery company. She oversees Enbridge's Privacy Office and provides strategic advice on matters related to data governance and business ethics. Naomi earned her undergraduate degree in Music and post-graduate degree in Law at the University of Alberta.
Banff Centre Announces Simon Ross as Director of Indigenous Leadership
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2022
He has more than twenty years of successful experience in the areas of post-secondary education, healthcare, non-profit sector and working with and for multiple Indigenous communities and organizations. Simon has multidisciplinary interests ranging from community health, career development, leadership training, adventure tourism, and environmental land-based education.
Tweed & Company Theatre Assumes Operations Of Two Hastings County Venues
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2022
On January 1, 2022, Tweed & Company Theatre assumed operations of two theatrical venues in Hastings County. The professional theatre company took ownership of the Marble Arts Centre (MAC) in Tweed, and signed a multi-year lease for the Bancroft Village Playhouse; both agreements were finalized in December.
Northern Light Theatre Stages Canadian Premier of THE HUNCHBACK VARIATIONS
by Marissa Tomeo - January 05, 2022
Northern Light Theatre is proud to present the professional Canadian premiere of American playwright Mickle Maher's deft deconstruction of artistic collaboration through the absurdist conceit of pairing two of history’s most famous deaf artists, Ludwig van Beethoven and Quasimodo, the fictional bell ringer of Notre Dame.
EVERY BRILLIANT THING Comes to the Eagle Eye Community Theatre in March
by BWW News Desk - January 05, 2022
Every Brilliant Thing will be performed in Squamish this year. Performances run at the Eagle Eye Community Theatre March 16, 2022 - March 26, 2022.
North American Premiere of ROOM Postponed at the Grand Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2022
The Grand Theatre's production of Room has been postponed yet again due to COVID-19. Due to the growth of the Omicron variant, Premier Doug Ford has announced new restrictions, including the closing of indoor theatres, as of Wednesday.
Quebec Closes Theatres, Bars, Gyms, and More Amidst Rise in COVID-19
by BWW News Desk - December 29, 2021
Quebec has shut down many indoor public settings as of this week, including theatres. Additional closed businesses include bars, taverns, casinos, gyms and schools. All were closed as of 5 p.m. Monday due to the spike in COVID-19 cases.

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