Weyni Mengesha
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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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VIDEO: Get A First Look At Bryan Cranston & More in Geffen Playhouse's POWER OF SAIL
by Alan Henry - 2022-02-23 12:55:30
COME FROM AWAY and MATILDA Receive 14 Dora Award Nominations - See All The Nominees!
by Alan Henry - 2017-05-30 11:31:34
News
SNACEY! Opens At The Toronto Fringe Festival
by Marissa Faith Curley - Jul 5, 2026
From writer and director Priscila Gonzalez comes the story of Snacey, a young snake who lives in the Northern Andes. She has not been the kindest snake and is afraid no one will show up to her birthday party!
by Marissa Faith Curley - Jul 5, 2026
From writer and director Priscila Gonzalez comes the story of Snacey, a young snake who lives in the Northern Andes. She has not been the kindest snake and is afraid no one will show up to her birthday party!
Interview: Philip Diamond, Playwright of PEDRO THE PENGUIN at Toronto Fringe
by Elizabeth Armstrong - Jun 19, 2026
BWW spoke with Philip ahead of the show’s Toronto Fringe debut to discuss PEDRO THE PENGUIN’s origins as a 10-minute school project, the joys and challenges of writing for young audiences, and why Toronto Fringe is the right home for this piece.
by Elizabeth Armstrong - Jun 19, 2026
BWW spoke with Philip ahead of the show’s Toronto Fringe debut to discuss PEDRO THE PENGUIN’s origins as a 10-minute school project, the joys and challenges of writing for young audiences, and why Toronto Fringe is the right home for this piece.
QUESTING THROUGH LIFE to Open at Toronto Fringe Festival With 10-Foot Dragon Puppet
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 4, 2026
Dodo Tree Productions will present QUESTING THROUGH LIFE at Soulpepper's Weyni Mengesha Theatre as part of the Toronto Fringe Festival. The youth-led fantasy-drama, written and directed by 17-year-old Tanya Yong, features a tabletop RPG campaign that begins controlling the real world.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 4, 2026
Dodo Tree Productions will present QUESTING THROUGH LIFE at Soulpepper's Weyni Mengesha Theatre as part of the Toronto Fringe Festival. The youth-led fantasy-drama, written and directed by 17-year-old Tanya Yong, features a tabletop RPG campaign that begins controlling the real world.
SNACEY! to Make Toronto Fringe Festival Debut as Full Musical
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 3, 2026
Pitch In Productions will present SNACEY!, a campy musical for ages 8+ about a young snake navigating apologies and self-growth, at Toronto's Weyni Mengesha Theatre, starring Dora Award-winning actor Autumn Davis.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 3, 2026
Pitch In Productions will present SNACEY!, a campy musical for ages 8+ about a young snake navigating apologies and self-growth, at Toronto's Weyni Mengesha Theatre, starring Dora Award-winning actor Autumn Davis.
QUESTING THROUGH LIFE to Open at Toronto Fringe
by Stephi Wild - Jun 1, 2026
Dodo Tree Productions will present QUESTING THROUGH LIFE at Soulpepper's Weyni Mengesha Theatre as part of the Toronto Fringe Festival, a fantasy-drama written, directed, and produced by 17-year-old Tanya Yong.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 1, 2026
Dodo Tree Productions will present QUESTING THROUGH LIFE at Soulpepper's Weyni Mengesha Theatre as part of the Toronto Fringe Festival, a fantasy-drama written, directed, and produced by 17-year-old Tanya Yong.
Review: KIM'S CONVENIENCE at The Old Globe
by ErinMarie Reiter - May 22, 2026
“Kim’s Convenience,” now playing at The Old Globe through June 14, delivers a warm and funny portrait of family, community, and the complicated push and pull between tradition and change.
by ErinMarie Reiter - May 22, 2026
“Kim’s Convenience,” now playing at The Old Globe through June 14, delivers a warm and funny portrait of family, community, and the complicated push and pull between tradition and change.
KIM'S CONVENIENCE San Diego Premiere Cast Unveiled At The Old Globe
by A.A. Cristi - May 6, 2026
The Old Globe announced the full cast and creative team for the San Diego premiere of KIM'S CONVENIENCE, the award-winning comedy by Ins Choi that inspired the hit Netflix series, directed by Weyni Mengesha.
by A.A. Cristi - May 6, 2026
The Old Globe announced the full cast and creative team for the San Diego premiere of KIM'S CONVENIENCE, the award-winning comedy by Ins Choi that inspired the hit Netflix series, directed by Weyni Mengesha.
TORONTO FRINGE Unveils Venues For 38th Annual Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 15, 2026
Toronto Fringe has announced venues for its 2026 festival. The event will feature more than 120 productions across the city. A new Fringe Encore Series will also debut later in the year.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 15, 2026
Toronto Fringe has announced venues for its 2026 festival. The event will feature more than 120 productions across the city. A new Fringe Encore Series will also debut later in the year.
Review: KIM’S CONVENIENCE at Ahmanson Theatre
by Harker Jones - Mar 27, 2026
While KIM'S CONVENIENCE is charming, the nutritional value may feel more like catching dinner at a 7-Eleven than a fully rounded meal.
by Harker Jones - Mar 27, 2026
While KIM'S CONVENIENCE is charming, the nutritional value may feel more like catching dinner at a 7-Eleven than a fully rounded meal.
KIM'S CONVENIENCE Comes To McCarter Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jan 9, 2026
McCarter Theatre Center will welcome the new year with Kim’s Convenience, the award-winning comedy about a Korean family-run corner store that inspired the hit CBC television series later distributed internationally on Netflix.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 9, 2026
McCarter Theatre Center will welcome the new year with Kim’s Convenience, the award-winning comedy about a Korean family-run corner store that inspired the hit CBC television series later distributed internationally on Netflix.
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.
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.
The Huntington Extends KIM’S CONVENIENCE Through November 30
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 28, 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 28, 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 21, 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 21, 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!
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