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Review: AFTER THE RAIN at the National Arts Centre
by Courtney Castelino - Mar 2, 2026

What did our critic think of AFTER THE RAIN at National Arts Centre?

Review: NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 at Royal Alexandra Theatre
by Samantha Wu - Jul 28, 2025

Crow's Theatre and The Musical Stage's co-production of Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812 was a smashing success during their record breaking run at Streetcar's Crowsnest.

Tarragon & The Musical Stage Co Bring To Life AFTER THE RAIN
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 26, 2025

The World Premiere of a new Canadian musical After the Rain has been announced from Tarragon Theatre and The Musical Stage Company. The musical is written by Rose Napoli, with music and lyrics by Suzy Wilde.

Cast Set For NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 at the Royal Alexandra Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Dec 9, 2024

The Crow's Theatre and The Musical Stage Company's co-production of Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812 by Dave Malloy is the seventh show in the Mirvish 2024/25 main season. Learn more about the cast here!

THE SECRET CHORD: A Leonard Cohen Experience Comes to the Segal Centre
by Stephi Wild - Nov 22, 2024

Following multiple sold-out performances in Toronto, Soulpepper brings their concert production of The Secret Chord: A Leonard Cohen Experience to the singer-songwriter’s hometown of Montreal at the Segal Centre.

Jackie Richardson, Hailey Gillis, Colin Asuncion and More Headline UNCOVERED: U2 & THE ROLLING STONES
by Stephi Wild - Sep 10, 2024

 The Musical Stage Company has announced the star-studded lineup and dates for the 18thedition of their highly-anticipated annual UNCOVERED concert event.  This year’s concert spotlights the music of two of the most iconic rock bands in music history  – U2 and The Rolling Stones.

Winners Announced for 44th Annual Dora Mavor Moore Awards
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 25, 2024

The Toronto Alliance for the Performing Arts (TAPA) has announced the winners of the 44th Annual Dora Mavor Moore Awards, celebrating excellence in Toronto's performing arts community.

SIZWE BANZI IS DEAD & More Nominated for 44th Annual Dora Mavor Moore Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 28, 2024

The Toronto Alliance for the Performing Arts revealed the 228 nominations for the 44th Annual Dora Mavor Moore Awards. See the full list!

Review: NATASHA, PIERRE, AND THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 At Streetcar Crowsnest
by Ilana Lucas - Feb 3, 2024

The musical is based on a section of Tolstoy’s War and Peace, but it’s anything but staid and traditional. In the midst of war, death, and constrained social circumstances, in fact, it’s enormously successful in feeling like a celebration of life.

Cast Announced For NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 At Crow's Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 2, 2023

Crow's Theatre and The Musical Stage Company have announced the cast and creative team for the long-awaited Canadian premiere of the Broadway phenomenon NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 by Dave Malloy. This 12-time Tony-nominated musical delivers a radically contemporary and moving take on Tolstoy's War and Peace through its audacious storytelling and groundbreaking score that mixes indie rock, pop, folk, electronic dance, and classic Broadway music. 

Winners Announced for the 43rd Annual DORA AWARDS From Toronto Alliance for the Performing Arts
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 28, 2023

Tonight, the 43rd Annual Dora Mavor Moore Awards ceremony and award presentation hosted by Craig Lauzon occurred at the TELUS Centre for Performance and Learning, Koerner Hall.

Bad Hats/Soulpepper's ALICE IN WONDERLAND Leads Dora Award Nominations
by Team BWW - May 30, 2023

At a press conference held at Meridian Hall, the Toronto Alliance for the  Performing Arts (TAPA) announced 228 nominations for the 43rd Annual Dora Mavor Moore Awards, which recognize excellence in professional theatre, dance and opera in Toronto for the 2022-2023 season. Also announced at the press conference was the recipient of the Province of Ontario’s Pauline McGibbon Award. 

County Stage Company Announces 2023 Summer Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 5, 2023

Artistic Director Graham Abbey and Managing Director Vikki Anderson have announced County Stage's ambitious 2023 Summer line up. Presented by BMO and Huff Estates, running from May 26 to September 9, the season brings an expansive lineup of theatre, dance, comedy and music to two different locations in Prince Edward County: The Eddie Hotel & Farm, in Bloomfield and at the newly renovated Sergeants Mess Hall at Base31, in Picton.

Crow's Theatre Presents UNCLE VANYA and THE SHAPE OF HOME, SONGS IN SEARCH OF AL PURDY
by Stephi Wild - Aug 8, 2022

Crow's Theatre is launching the 2022.23 Season with A Month In The Country, a two-play excursion that beautifully reveals the lure of country living with its aching secrets, glorious seductions, and epic nature.

Crow's Theatre Announces 2022-23 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jun 1, 2022

Today, Crow's Theatre Artistic Director Chris Abraham and Executive Director Sherrie Johnson unveiled a 12-show season that spans the classics, contemporary work, CanLit adaptations, musical theatre, dance, and music.

Prince Edward County's Festival Players Announce 2022 Summer Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 7, 2022

Prince Edward County's Festival Players' Artistic Director Graham Abbey and Managing Director Vikki Anderson announced today the lineup for an ambitious and celebratory 2022 summer season. Presented by BMO and Huff Estates and running from June 29 to September 4, the season brings an expansive lineup of theatre, dance, comedy and music to the heart of PEC at one of The County's most iconic venues – The Eddie Hotel and Farm.

Prince Edward County's Festival Players Announces 2022 Summer Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 6, 2022

Prince Edward County’s Festival Players has announced today the lineup for their 2022 summer season. Presented by BMO and Huff Estates and running from June 29 to September 4, the season brings an expansive lineup of theatre, dance, comedy and music to the heart of PEC at one of The County’s most iconic venues – The Eddie Hotel and Farm.

Theatre Of The Beat! Presents FORGIVEN/FORGOTTEN A New Audio-Visual Presentation
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 5, 2021

Celebrating their 10th Anniversary, Theatre of the Beat is back with another exciting audio drama - Forgiven/Forgotten! Written by Johnny Wideman, Forgiven/Forgotten follows the varying responses of a community that learns an ex-offender will be serving his parole in their midst.

Tricks and Treats Coming to Crow's Theatre This Halloween!
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 8, 2021

Crow's Theatre has a magical Halloween planned for lovers of the macabre and of the theatre!  

Segal Centre The Musical Stage Company Presents UNCOVERED: NOTES FROM THE HEART
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 12, 2020

Each year, thousands of audience members flock to Toronto's renowned The Musical Stage Company signature concert UnCovered to discover the stories hidden within familiar pop songs. Now, for the first time, Montreal will have access to this riveting and deeply moving show filled with inspirational voices on Saturday, November 21, 7:30 p.m. and on Sunday, November 22, 11:00 a.m.