Andrew Penner News

Cast and Musicians Set for THE SECRET CHORD A Leonard Cohen Experience at Soulpepper

by Chloe Rabinowitz — June 2, 2026

The company of performers and musicians have been revealed for The Secret Chord Soulpepper’s tribute to one of Canada’s most beloved artists.

TAPA Reveals 2026 Dora Mavor Moore Award Nominations

by Chloe Rabinowitz — June 1, 2026

The Toronto Alliance for the Performing Arts (TAPA) today revealed all nominations for the 46th Annual Dora Mavor Moore Awards.

World Premiere of TIGER BRIDE Will Come to Soulpepper Theatre

by Stephi Wild — May 1, 2026

Soulpepper Theatre will present the world premiere of TIGER BRIDE, a punk-rock song cycle adapted from Angela Carter's gothic short story, starring Dora Award-winning performer Hailey Gillis.

DETROIT: MUSIC OF THE MOTOR CITY Will Come to the Segal Centre This April

by Stephi Wild — March 17, 2026

The Segal Centre for Performing Arts will present Detroit: Music of the Motor City, a staged concert from Toronto's acclaimed Soulpepper Theatre celebrating the legendary sounds that shaped a city and influenced the world.

Review: AFTER THE RAIN at the National Arts Centre

by Courtney Castelino — March 1, 2026

What did our critic think of AFTER THE RAIN at National Arts Centre?

Review: NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 at Royal Alexandra Theatre

by Samantha Wu — July 28, 2025

Crow's Theatre and The Musical Stage's co-production of Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812 was a smashing success during their record breaking run at Streetcar's Crowsnest.

Tarragon & The Musical Stage Co Bring To Life AFTER THE RAIN

by A.A. Cristi — April 25, 2025

The World Premiere of a new Canadian musical After the Rain has been announced from Tarragon Theatre and The Musical Stage Company.

Cast Set For NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 at the Royal Alexandra Theatre

by Stephi Wild — December 9, 2024

The Crow's Theatre and The Musical Stage Company's co-production of Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812 by Dave Malloy is the seventh show in the Mirvish 2024/25 main season.

THE SECRET CHORD: A Leonard Cohen Experience Comes to the Segal Centre

by Stephi Wild — November 22, 2024

Following multiple sold-out performances in Toronto, Soulpepper brings their concert production of The Secret Chord: A Leonard Cohen Experience to the singer-songwriter’s hometown of Montreal at the Segal Centre.

Jackie Richardson, Hailey Gillis, Colin Asuncion and More Headline UNCOVERED: U2 & THE ROLLING STONES

by Stephi Wild — September 10, 2024

The Musical Stage Company has announced the star-studded lineup and dates for the 18thedition of their highly-anticipated annual UNCOVERED concert event.

Winners Announced for 44th Annual Dora Mavor Moore Awards

by A.A. Cristi — June 24, 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.

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.

Review: NATASHA, PIERRE, AND THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 At Streetcar Crowsnest

by Ilana Lucas — February 2, 2024

The musical is based on a section of Tolstoy’s War and Peace, but it’s anything but staid and traditional.

Cast Announced For NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 At Crow's Theatre

by A.A. Cristi — August 1, 2023

Crow's Theatre and The Musical Stage Company have announced the cast and creative team for the long-awaited Canadian premiere of the Broadway phenomenon NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 by Dave Malloy.

Winners Announced for the 43rd Annual DORA AWARDS From Toronto Alliance for the Performing Arts

by A.A. Cristi — June 28, 2023

Tonight, the 43rd Annual Dora Mavor Moore Awards ceremony and award presentation hosted by Craig Lauzon occurred at the TELUS Centre for Performance and Learning, Koerner Hall.

Bad Hats/Soulpepper's ALICE IN WONDERLAND Leads Dora Award Nominations

by Team BWW — May 30, 2023

At a press conference held at Meridian Hall, the Toronto Alliance for the Performing Arts (TAPA) announced 228 nominations for the 43rd Annual Dora Mavor Moore Awards, which recognize excellence in professional theatre, dance and opera in Toronto for the 2022-2023 season.