Weyni Mengesha
Latest News on Weyni Mengesha:
The Huntington Extends KIM’S CONVENIENCE Through November 30 (Oct 29, 2025)
KIM'S CONVENIENCE Comes to The Ahmanson Theatre Next Year (Sep 26, 2025)
NORTH BY NORTHWEST Will Have North American Premiere at The Old Globe (Aug 29, 2025)
The Huntington Extends KIM’S CONVENIENCE Through November 30 (Oct 29, 2025)
KIM'S CONVENIENCE Comes to The Ahmanson Theatre Next Year (Sep 26, 2025)
NORTH BY NORTHWEST Will Have North American Premiere at The Old Globe (Aug 29, 2025)
BIO
Weyni Mengesha is a theatre director, based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. She is known as the director of the plays da kink in my hair, and Kim's Convenience.
In 2018 she was hired as the artistic director of the Soulpepper Theatre. Observers applauded her appointment, and that of her colleague Executive director Emma Stenning, as it meant the two senior posts at the theatre would be filled by women, after the previous male director Albert Schultz resigned after actors accused him of preying on female subordinates.
Mengesha has been nominated for the Dora Mavor Moore Award five times, winning the award in 2014.
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News
The Huntington Extends KIM’S CONVENIENCE Through November 30
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 29, 2025
The Huntington has announced an extension for Kim’s Convenience, the award-winning comedy by Ins Choi about a Korean family-run corner store that inspired the hit CBC/Netflix series.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 29, 2025
The Huntington has announced an extension for Kim’s Convenience, the award-winning comedy by Ins Choi about a Korean family-run corner store that inspired the hit CBC/Netflix series.
KIM'S CONVENIENCE Comes to The Ahmanson Theatre Next Year
by Stephi Wild - Sep 26, 2025
Kim's Convenience—the hilarious and heartwarming award-winning comedy drama about a Korean family-run corner store that inspired the popular Netflix hit series—at the Ahmanson Theatre.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 26, 2025
Kim's Convenience—the hilarious and heartwarming award-winning comedy drama about a Korean family-run corner store that inspired the popular Netflix hit series—at the Ahmanson Theatre.
NORTH BY NORTHWEST Will Have North American Premiere at The Old Globe
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 29, 2025
The Old Globe has revealed its 2026 Season, a special lineup of theatre filled with original and classic plays, North American and San Diego premieres, and more. See the full lineup here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 29, 2025
The Old Globe has revealed its 2026 Season, a special lineup of theatre filled with original and classic plays, North American and San Diego premieres, and more. See the full lineup here!
KIM’S CONVENIENCE to Open American Conservatory Theater 2025/26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 6, 2025
American Conservatory Theater will present Kim’s Convenience—the hilarious and heartwarming award-winning comedy drama about a Korean family-run corner store that inspired the popular Netflix hit. Learn how to purchase tickets!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 6, 2025
American Conservatory Theater will present Kim’s Convenience—the hilarious and heartwarming award-winning comedy drama about a Korean family-run corner store that inspired the popular Netflix hit. Learn how to purchase tickets!
Paolo Santalucia Named Artistic Director Of Soulpepper Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jul 23, 2025
The Board of Directors of Soulpepper Theatre have announced that following a wide-reaching national search, acclaimed Toronto-based multi-hyphenate artist and arts leader, Paolo Santalucia has been appointed as the company's next Artistic Director.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 23, 2025
The Board of Directors of Soulpepper Theatre have announced that following a wide-reaching national search, acclaimed Toronto-based multi-hyphenate artist and arts leader, Paolo Santalucia has been appointed as the company's next Artistic Director.
Dave Malloy's OCTET to be Presented at the Streetcar Crowsnest in September
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 22, 2025
At the Streetcar Crowsnest, the 25.26 fall theatre season will launch in September with OCTET by three-time Tony Award nominee Dave Malloy. Learn more here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 22, 2025
At the Streetcar Crowsnest, the 25.26 fall theatre season will launch in September with OCTET by three-time Tony Award nominee Dave Malloy. Learn more here!
THE WELKIN To Make Canadian Premiere At Soulpepper Theatre This September
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 22, 2025
This September, three of Toronto’s most celebrated theatre companies—Soulpepper Theatre Company, Crow’s Theatre, and The Howland Company—will come together to present the Canadian premiere of THE WELKIN, a bold and blistering courtroom drama by Tony-nominated playwright Lucy Kirkwood. T
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 22, 2025
This September, three of Toronto’s most celebrated theatre companies—Soulpepper Theatre Company, Crow’s Theatre, and The Howland Company—will come together to present the Canadian premiere of THE WELKIN, a bold and blistering courtroom drama by Tony-nominated playwright Lucy Kirkwood. T
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.
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.
Photos: Inside 45th Anniversary Dora Mavor Moore Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 1, 2025
The Toronto Alliance for the Performing Arts revealed the recipients of the 45th Anniversary Dora Mavor Moore Awards presented by the Romano D'Andrea Foundation. See photos here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 1, 2025
The Toronto Alliance for the Performing Arts revealed the recipients of the 45th Anniversary Dora Mavor Moore Awards presented by the Romano D'Andrea Foundation. See photos here!
KIM'S CONVENIENCE is Coming to The Huntington in November
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 17, 2025
The Huntington will host the hilarious and heartwarming Kim’s Convenience, the award-winning comedy by Ins Choi about a Korean family-run corner store, which inspired the popular hit TV series that ran for five seasons on CBC/Netflix. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 17, 2025
The Huntington will host the hilarious and heartwarming Kim’s Convenience, the award-winning comedy by Ins Choi about a Korean family-run corner store, which inspired the popular hit TV series that ran for five seasons on CBC/Netflix. Learn more!
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.
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.
RED LIKE FRUIT Comes to Soulpepper Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 8, 2025
This spring, Soulpepper Theatre in partnership with Luminato Festival will present the Toronto premiere of the newest offering from Governor General’s Award-winning playwright, Hannah Moscovitch, RED LIKE FRUIT.
by Stephi Wild - May 8, 2025
This spring, Soulpepper Theatre in partnership with Luminato Festival will present the Toronto premiere of the newest offering from Governor General’s Award-winning playwright, Hannah Moscovitch, RED LIKE FRUIT.
Metcalf Foundation Announces Five Winners For 2025 Johannas
by A.A. Cristi - May 6, 2025
The Metcalf Foundation has announced the five winners and their protégés for the 2025 Johanna Metcalf Performing Arts Prizes / Les Prix Johanna-Metcalf des Arts de la scène (Johannas), with a total value of $195,000 in prizes.
by A.A. Cristi - May 6, 2025
The Metcalf Foundation has announced the five winners and their protégés for the 2025 Johanna Metcalf Performing Arts Prizes / Les Prix Johanna-Metcalf des Arts de la scène (Johannas), with a total value of $195,000 in prizes.
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!
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!
Soulpepper Theatre Unveils 2025 Spring and Summer Programming
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 13, 2025
Soulpepper Theatre has unveiled its 2025 spring/summer programming, a bold celebration of Canadian artistry and storytelling featuring two world premieres, a Toronto premiere, and a remount of one of the country’s most beloved plays.
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 13, 2025
Soulpepper Theatre has unveiled its 2025 spring/summer programming, a bold celebration of Canadian artistry and storytelling featuring two world premieres, a Toronto premiere, and a remount of one of the country’s most beloved plays.
Industry Pro Newsletter: Kennedy Center, Soulpepper, Opera Australia"Major Theatres Face Leadership Shakeups
by Alex Freeman - Feb 3, 2025
This week’s theatre news highlights key shifts in leadership, policy, and industry trends. From calls for cultural organizations to expand their audiences to the reintroduction of legislation supporting performing artists, financial sustainability remains a pressing theme. On Broadway, Hell’s Kitchen earns a GRAMMY, while Sardi’s prepares to welcome back Broadway Bets. Leadership changes at the Kennedy Center, Syracuse Stage, and Soulpepper Theatre signal transitions across major institutions, and international headlines bring further challenges, including the cancellation of Coraline and Opera Australia’s ongoing turmoil. As the industry navigates these developments, adaptation and advocacy remain at the forefront.
by Alex Freeman - Feb 3, 2025
This week’s theatre news highlights key shifts in leadership, policy, and industry trends. From calls for cultural organizations to expand their audiences to the reintroduction of legislation supporting performing artists, financial sustainability remains a pressing theme. On Broadway, Hell’s Kitchen earns a GRAMMY, while Sardi’s prepares to welcome back Broadway Bets. Leadership changes at the Kennedy Center, Syracuse Stage, and Soulpepper Theatre signal transitions across major institutions, and international headlines bring further challenges, including the cancellation of Coraline and Opera Australia’s ongoing turmoil. As the industry navigates these developments, adaptation and advocacy remain at the forefront.
Weyni Mengesha Will Complete Her Tenure as Soulpepper's Artistic Director
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2025
Soulpepper Theatre Company announced that after almost seven years of visionary leadership, Weyni Mengesha will step down from her role as Artistic Director on August 31, 2025.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2025
Soulpepper Theatre Company announced that after almost seven years of visionary leadership, Weyni Mengesha will step down from her role as Artistic Director on August 31, 2025.
TABLE FOR TWO Comes to Toronto Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Jan 14, 2025
Soulpepper Theatre Company & Obsidian Theatre Company will present the World Premiere of TABLE FOR TWO, a candid exploration of today’s online dating landscape, where swipes, likes, and matches collide with cultural traditions and personal aspirations.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 14, 2025
Soulpepper Theatre Company & Obsidian Theatre Company will present the World Premiere of TABLE FOR TWO, a candid exploration of today’s online dating landscape, where swipes, likes, and matches collide with cultural traditions and personal aspirations.
Feature: Ilana Lucas Picks the Top Toronto Theatre of 2024
by Ilana Lucas - Jan 1, 2025
What did our critic have to say about Toronto's Top Theatre of 2024?
by Ilana Lucas - Jan 1, 2025
What did our critic have to say about Toronto's Top Theatre of 2024?
Five Toronto Theatre Companies Join Three-Year Creative Collaboration Initiative
by Stephi Wild - Nov 29, 2024
The Artistic and Executive leaders of Soulpepper Theatre, Bad Hats Theatre, The Musical Stage Company, Obsidian Theatre, and the Toronto Fringe have announced a Creative Collaboration Initiative that will evolve over the next three years.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 29, 2024
The Artistic and Executive leaders of Soulpepper Theatre, Bad Hats Theatre, The Musical Stage Company, Obsidian Theatre, and the Toronto Fringe have announced a Creative Collaboration Initiative that will evolve over the next three years.
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