Michael Healey

Great Canadian Theatre Company Unveils 2026�"2027 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 6, 2026

The Great Canadian Theatre Company (GCTC) will present an expanded lineup for its 26-27 season, featuring larger-scale productions and a diverse array of artists in Ottawa.

Off-Central Players to Present THE DRAWER BOY in St. Petersburg This March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 19, 2026

The Off-Central Players will present The Drawer Boy, Michael Healey's quietly devastating and unexpectedly funny play about memory, friendship, and the stories we tell to survive.

THE DRAWER BOY to Be Presented by Off-Central Players
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 12, 2026

The Off-Central Players will stage THE DRAWER BOY by Michael Healey in St. Petersburg. The Governor General’s Award-winning play explores friendship, memory, and the impact of war.

Feature: Ilana Lucas Picks the Top Toronto Theatre 2025
by Ilana Lucas - Jan 5, 2026

In a world where AI increasingly tries to consume and simulate real human experiences, theatre sometimes feels like one of the last gasps of being in a room together. When we watch a show with others, respiration synchronizes, empathy increases, and information retention improves. It’s one of my favourite feelings.

Emma Donoghue Will Debut New Stage Musical THE WIND COMING OVER THE SEA This Summer
by Stephi Wild - May 2, 2025

This summer, Blyth Festival will present the World Premiere of a new stage work from internationally acclaimed, best-selling author Emma Donoghue, THE WIND COMING OVER THE SEA.

THE VEIL World Premiere and More Set for Crow's Theatre 25-26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 9, 2025

Crow’s Theatre has revealed its 42nd season of programming and revealed an innovative three-year partnership with Soulpepper Theatre that imagines a collaborative and robust vision for the future of theatre in Toronto. Learn more!

THE MASTER PLAN Returns To Toronto Next Month
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 29, 2024

Playwright Michael Healy returns to the stage for the highly anticipated remount of THE MASTER PLAN in Toronto, following its acclaimed 2023 debut.

Playwright Michael Healey Joins THE MASTER PLAN this November
by Stephi Wild - Sep 13, 2024

Michael Healey’s THE MASTER PLAN, is set to make its highly-anticipated return to the Toronto stage this November and today Crow’s Theatre and Soulpepper Theatre Company have announced the upcoming production’s stellar cast.

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.

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. 

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!

A STRANGE LOOP, KIM'S CONVENIENCE & More Set for Soulpepper Theatre 24/25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 9, 2024

​Soulpepper Theatre has unveiled its 2024-25 season featuring 8 shows. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.

Seana McKenna Will Receive Stratford Festival's Legacy Award
by Stephi Wild - May 8, 2024

The Stratford Festival has announced that actor and director Seana McKenna will receive the 2024 Legacy Award at a gala celebration on September 23 at Toronto’s Four Seasons Hotel.

HIROSHI-ME-ME-ME by Natalie Menna to be Presented at Theater for the New City This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 9, 2024

HIROSHI-ME-ME-ME, written by Natalie Menna, is coming to Theater for the New City this month. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Edmonton' Shadow Theatre To Present A Canadian Classic THE DRAWER BOY
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 9, 2024

Celebrate Shadow Theatre's 30th Season with 'The Drawer Boy,' a Canadian classic. Don't miss this captivating production!

Review: 1979, Finborough Theatre
by Debbie Gilpin - Jan 5, 2024

1979 was quite a big year both politically and culturally, but Canadian Prime Minister Joe Clark is perhaps one of the lesser known figures to emerge from that time – his Liberal opposite number Pierre Trudeau (or at the very least his son, Justin) is probably a more recognisable name.

Feature: Ilana Lucas Picks The Top Toronto Theatre of 2023
by Ilana Lucas - Jan 2, 2024

It’s been a strong year for Toronto theatre. I saw 145 shows this year in Toronto and beyond, and am happy to report that theatre is alive and well. I’ve laughed, sobbed, coughed (discreetly into a mask), and cheered my way through our stages in 2023. Here are some local highlights.

Guest Blog: 'I Have Always Been Fascinated by Politics': Director Jimmy Walters on Political Re-Engagement and the European Première of 1979
by Guest Author - Dec 27, 2023

The script of 1979 first came to me in 2019 and if I’m honest, despite loving the play, I wanted to run a mile from anything political at that time. In short, politics was in a very ugly place and it felt like people were fed up to the back teeth with it.

Full Cast Set For European Première Of Michael Healey's Satirical Political Comedy 1979
by Stephi Wild - Nov 20, 2023

Full casting has been announced for the European première of award-winning playwright Michael Healey's hit satirical political comedy 1979 at the Finborough Theatre.

Creative Team Set For European Premiere of Michael Healey's 1979
by Stephi Wild - Oct 18, 2023

The creative team has been set for the European première of award-winning playwright Michael Healey’s hit satirical political comedy 1979 at the Finborough Theatre. Jimmy Walters directs, with design by Mim Houghton and sound design by Julian Starr.