Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre

EVERY BRILLIANT THING Will Come to the New Vic Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 6, 2026

Ensemble Theatre Company of Santa Barbara will present EVERY BRILLIANT THING, written by Duncan Macmillan with Jonny Donahoe and directed by Jenny Sullivan, starring Nicholas Mongiardo-Cooper at the New Vic Theatre.

PRIMARY TRUST To Close Crow’s Theatre Season With Toronto Run
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 28, 2026

Crow's Theatre and the Grand Theatre co-produce Eboni Booth's PRIMARY TRUST, the 2024 Pulitzer Prize winner for Drama, directed by Cherissa Richards and starring Durae McFarlane, at Toronto's Guloien Theatre.

CYRANO DE BERGERAC to Close Citadel Theatre 60th Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 8, 2026

Edmonton's Citadel Theatre will present Cyrano De Bergerac, adapted by Jessy Ardern, in the Shoctor Theatre, closing its 60th Anniversary Season with Scott Shpeley in the title role.

Crow's Theatre Reveals 2026-27 Season - A FINE BALANCE, MACBETH and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 24, 2026

Crow's Theatre has revealed its 2026-27 season—the organization's 43rd season of programming—celebrating the 10-year anniversary of their permanent east-end home at Dundas and Carlaw.

CYRANO DE BERGERAC, 9 TO 5, and More Set For the Grand Theatre's 2026-27 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 16, 2026

The Grand Theatre has announced its upcoming 2026/27 Season “All in Grand Time” – including four plays, two musicals, five symphonic rock concerts, and a new live comedy series. Learn more here!

9 TO 5, CYRANO DE BERGERAC, and More Set For the Grand Theatre's 2026-27 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2026

The Grand Theatre has announced its upcoming 2026/27 Season “All in Grand Time” – including four plays, two musicals, five symphonic rock concerts, and a new live comedy series.

Mike Bartlett's COCK Returns to London with New Staging at COLAB This Spring
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2026

Following sold-out runs in Canada and tours to Japan, South Africa, and Brazil, Cock will return to London this spring in a raw, intimate new staging from Canada's acclaimed Talk Is Free Theatre. 

CASEY AND DIANA to Debut at The Citadel Theatre in 2026
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2026

The Citadel Theatre has announced Casey and Diana, the critically acclaimed Canadian drama by Governor General's Award finalist Nick Green. Learn more here!

COME FROM AWAY and More Set for Citadel Theatre 2026/27 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 3, 2026

The Citadel Theatre has revealed its 2026/27 season, a wide-ranging and adventurous lineup that celebrates stories from across Canada and around the world, while marking a major milestone in the theatre's history.

Review: LIFE OF PI Opens at Edmonton's Citadel Theatre
by Sarah Dussome - Sep 22, 2025

Since its 2001 publication, Yann Martel’s novel, Life of Pi, has captivated readers around the world. Nearly two decades and an Academy Award-winning film adaptation later, the extraordinary story made its live theatre debut in Sheffield, England before transferring to London’s West End. Now, the Olivier Award-winning production embarks on its highly anticipated run at Edmonton’s Citadel Theatre.  

Harold Pinter's OLD TIMES to Open at Soulpepper Theatre
by Emmy Rice - Jul 6, 2025

In August, Soulpepper Theatre invites audiences to take in a simmering theatrical masterpiece, presenting Harold Pinter’s Old Times on stage August 6th through to September 7th.

The Stratford Festival Welcomes Participants of the 2025 Langham Directors’ Workshop
by Stephi Wild - Feb 20, 2025

The Stratford Festival is welcoming five new participants to the Langham Directors’ Workshop for the 2025 season. Learn more about the participants here!

COME FROM AWAY Will Close in Toronto in May Following Final Extension
by Stephi Wild - Feb 18, 2025

A final extension has been announced for the all-Canadian production of Come From Away. The production will add four more weeks of performances to its current run at the Royal Alexandra Theatre.

Tracey Flye Steps In As Director Of DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS At Stratford Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 11, 2024

The Stratford Festival has announced that Tracey Flye has joined the company of Dirty Rotten Scoundrels as director.

BWW Q&A: Steven Schipper on Every Brilliant Thing at The Rose Studio
by Joshua Wright - Oct 17, 2024

We talk to Steven Schipper about Every Brilliant Thing at The Rose Studio. Ice cream. Water fights. Roller coasters. Hugging. People falling over. A seven-year-old boy starts a list of wonderful things in the world to cheer up his mom. Everything worth living for. As he matures and faces his own challenges, the growing list inspires him to find meaning in everyday life. Told with the help of the audience, this charming one-man show is a joyful act of collective storytelling that reveals how the connections we make are what keep us strong. Funny, poignant and full of hope, Every Brilliant Thing might just change the way you see the world.

Shaw Festival Welcomes New Associate Executive Director
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 19, 2024

The Shaw Festival has announced the appointment of Melissa Novecosky as its first Associate Executive Director.

Grand Theatre Hosts Professional Development Series For Theatre Artists: 'Artists In The Auburn'
by Stephi Wild - Sep 10, 2024

With weeks left until the beginning of the Grand Theatre’s 2024/25 season, the Theatre has announced a full season of artist development programming on the Auburn Developments Stage, titled Artists in the Auburn. Learn more about the lineup here!

Guest Blog: Director Katharine Farmer on Directing Different Perspectives of Trauma and Healing in 23.5 HOURS at the Park Theatre
by Guest Author - Sep 2, 2024

As a director, I've had the unique experience of working on two powerful plays by Carey Crim that explore the aftermath of sexual abuse from starkly different angles. As I prepare for the European premiere of 23.5 Hours at Park Theatre, I'd like to share some insights into the challenges and revelations that come with bringing these contrasting perspectives to life on stage, and why I was drawn to telling both stories.

Kate Hennig, Stacey Kay, and More Join the Grand Theatre's 2024-25 Season
by Stephi Wild - Aug 15, 2024

 With just over two months left until the opening production of the Grand Theatre’s 2024/25 Season: A Time for Play, the theatre has announced the names of the over one-hundred artists and creative team members who will make up the company of Rachel Peake’s first programmed season as Artistic Director. 

Review: THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG Opens at Edmonton's Citadel Theatre
by Sarah Dussome - Jul 17, 2024

Read BroadwayWorld's review of The Play That Goes Wrong at the Citadel’s Shoctor Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets.