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Justin Collette, Isabella Esler and More To Lead BEETLEJUICE Broadway Return
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 9, 2025

Producers have announced full casting for Beetlejuice the Musical’s third Broadway engagement, set to begin performances October 8, 2025, at the Palace Theatre (160 W. 47th Street) for a limited 13-week run through January 3, 2026.

MAHABHARATA, A STRANGE LOOP Lead The Way in 2025 Toronto Theatre Critics Awards
by Emmy Rice - May 11, 2025

The Canadian premiere of the groundbreaking musical A Strange Loop and a bold new retelling of Mahabharata are the big winners in the 2025 Toronto Theatre Critics Awards (TTCA), each scooping up three prizes.

Review Roundup: Critics Sound Off On Toronto Run of LIFE AFTER at the Ed Mirvish Theatre
by Joshua Wright - Apr 29, 2025

What did critics think of Yonge Street Theatricals's LIFE AFTER, the new musical now in performances at CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre? With book, music & lyrics by Britta Johnson, the limited engagement has been extended and runs through May 10.

Video: Isabella Esler, Chilina Kennedy and More in LIFE AFTER at Ed Mirvish Theatre
by Joshua Wright - Apr 28, 2025

Get a first look at a new trailer for Yonge Street Theatricals's LIFE AFTER, the new musical now in performances at CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre. With book, music & lyrics by Britta Johnson, the limited engagement has been extended and runs through May 10 only as part of the 2024/25 Off-Mirvish Season. 

Review: LIFE AFTER at the CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre is a Poignant and Powerful Exploration of Grief
by Lauren Gienow - Apr 25, 2025

LIFE AFTER opened to wet eyes and thunderous applause at the CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre on Tuesday night, making its grand return to Toronto after previous iterations debuted at Toronto Fringe and at the Musical Stage Company several years ago. Now taking up residence on its biggest stage yet, this breathtakingly beautiful original musical by Canadian Composer/Lyricist/Writer Britta Johnson, has the opportunity to reach an even broader audience.

Photos: Isabella Esler, Chilina Kennedy and More in LIFE AFTER at Ed Mirvish Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 17, 2025

Yonge Street Theatricals is presenting LIFE AFTER, the new musical now in performances at CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre. Get a first look at photos here and learn more about the production.

New Musical LIFE AFTER Extends for an Additional Week of Performances at CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 28, 2025

Yonge Street Theatricals has added a week of performances for the most anticipated show of 2025 – LIFE AFTER at CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre. Learn more about the upcoming performances and see how to attend.

Exclusive: Isabella Esler Sings 'Poetry' from Broadway-Aimed LIFE AFTER
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 5, 2025

Yonge Street Theatricals will soon present the new musical LIFE AFTER at CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre. Check out a brand-new music video for “Poetry,” filmed in studio with actress Isabella Esler, who plays Alice.

Isabella Esler, Jake Epstein, Chilina Kennedy & More Will Star in LIFE AFTER in Toronto
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 4, 2024

The full cast and creative team for the new musical LIFE AFTER at CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre has just been announced. The new musical will play a limited engagement from Wednesday, April 16 – Sunday, May 4, 2025 as part of the 2024/25 Off-Mirvish Season. Check out who is joining the cast here!

BEETLEJUICE's Isabella Esler To Lead Cast Of New Musical LIFE AFTER in Toronto
by Joshua Wright - Oct 8, 2024

​Yonge Street Theatricals announced today that Isabella Esler (Beetlejuice the Musical on tour) will lead the cast of the new musical Life After at CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre when performances begin next spring as part of the 2024/25 Off-Mirvish Season. Learn more about the show and how to get tickets.

Noah Reid And Tynomi Banks Headline CROW'S CABARET This Fall At Crow's Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 29, 2024

Noah Reid and Tynomi Banks will headline CROW'S CABARET this fall at Crow's Theatre, featuring a series of performances that include music and comedy, complementing the theatre's mainstage programming.

Crow's/Musical Stage Company's THE GREAT COMET & More Take Home 2024 Toronto Theatre Critics' Awards
by Joshua Wright - Jun 11, 2024

After a four-year hiatus, the Toronto Theatre Critics’ Awards (TTCAs) have returned to honour excellence in the city’s professional theatre scene from the 2023-24 season. The 11th TTCAs, announced Tuesday morning, boast 19 winners across 14 categories, including a special citation for artistic achievement. 

LAURA BENANTI: NOBODY CARES is Available to Stream on Audible Now
by Stephi Wild - Jun 6, 2024

Laura Benanti's one-woman comedy show, Laura Benanti: Nobody Cares, is available exclusively now on Audible. Learn how to listen to the show here!

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!

The 2024/25 Off-Mirvish Season Lineup Revealed
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2024

The return of two local critical and popular hits from previous seasons in major new productions – Britta Johnson's musical LIFE AFTER and Crow's Theatre's Fifteen Dogs; the Canadian premiere of Indigenous playwright Larissa FastHorse's satirical comedy The Thanksgiving Play; and the homecoming of sorts of the hilarious new comedy featuring the songs of Canadian icon Céline Dion, Titanique, make up the 2024/25 Off-Mirvish Season. 

Chilina Kennedy and Jake Epstein Will Lead Premiere of THE LAST TIMBIT, Produced by Michael Rubinoff
by Stephi Wild - Apr 25, 2024

'Come From Away' originating producer Michael Rubinoff will produce the new musical 'The Last Timbit' starring Chilina Kennedy and Jake Epstein, with music and lyrics by Anika Johnson and Britta Johnson and a book by Nick Green.

The Musical Stage Company Reveals 2024-25 Season Lineup
by Stephi Wild - Apr 18, 2024

Following the record-breaking sixteen-week run of NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812, The Musical Stage Company has announced the details of their upcoming programming.

LAURA BENANTI: NOBODY CARES to Begin Performances at Audible's Minetta Lane Theatre in February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 17, 2024

Audible Inc. will present Laura Benanti: Nobody Cares, a three-night-only comedy show starring Tony Award winner Laura Benanti, featuring all original music co-written with Todd Almond live at Audible’s Minetta Lane Theatre. See performances dates and learn how to purchase tickets!

Cast & Creative Team Announced For World Premiere Of Dave Malloy's THREE HOUSES
by Joshua Wright - Dec 14, 2023

Signature Theatre announces the cast and creative team for the world premiere production of Dave Malloy's Three Houses, directed and choreographed by Annie Tippe. The musical will feature J.D. Mollison, Mia Pak, Margo Seibert, Henry Stram, Scott Stangland, and Ching Valdes-Aran. Performances begin on April 30, 2024.

Musical Stage Company Announces Kevin Wong As Newest Crescendo Series Artist
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 1, 2023

Musical Stage Company announces Kevin Wong as newest Crescendo Series artist, joining past artists Britta Johnson and Anton Lipovetsky in the ground-breaking program.