Support Canadian Regional Theaters on Giving Tuesday

In the vibrant spirit of generosity that defines Giving Tuesday, BroadwayWorld is proud to shine a spotlight on the remarkable campaigns launched by theaters across the United States, Canada, and Australia. Check out campaigns from the Canada below.

More from Giving Tuesday: East Coast, West Coast, Central US, Australia

Join us as we celebrate the diverse and dynamic ways these theaters are making a difference in their local communities, and discover how you can play a part in this global day of giving.

Canada - Montreal | Canada - Toronto

CANADA - MONTREAL Black Theatre Workshop Black Theatre Workshop (BTW) is Canada's longest running theatre company dedicated to the works of Black diaspora communities. For more than 50 years, BTW has promoted and produced outstanding theatre that educates, entertains, and inspires. With the 2023-2024 season returning to in-person, BTW is proud to be #BlackInAction! From our mainstage productions to our Artist Mentorship Program for emerging theatre professionals to our new playwriting festival Club Zed, BTW can only ensure innovation and diversity in the performing arts thanks to the support of our incredible community, partners, and generous donors. Our work reaches across cultures to touch minds, hearts, and lives. This #GivingTuesday, help us reach our goal of $3500 towards our production costs and expanding our core programming. Follow us on Facebook (@BlackTheatreWorkshop) and on Instagram (@theatrebtw) for more updates on our #GivingTuesday campaign. Donate today and help us empower our community and beyond through bold, Black storytelling! More Information

Segal Centre for Performing Arts The Segal Centre for Performing Arts is dedicated to creating, producing, and presenting world-class English-language theatre, and to showcasing the best professional artists from Montreal and beyond. A part of the community since 1967, the organization was reborn in 2007 as the Segal and has expanded to become a nationally recognized venue for the performing arts with a focus on creation, innovation, diversity, and cross-cultural collaborations. Driven by a belief in the power of the arts to strengthen and connect communities, the Segal's programming emphasizes original interpretations of popular classic and contemporary works, new Canadian musicals, and engaging productions with universal appeal. The Segal also believes in the importance of celebrating and exploring Jewish identity through the arts. Based on the belief that theatre should be accessible to all, our professional performing arts Academy and diverse Educational programs inspire the next generation of artists and enrich the audience's theatre experience. Working closely with the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing communities, the Segal also offers ASL-interpreted performances for certain productions and assisted listening audio-systems. It is also easily accessible to patrons with reduced mobility. We are committed to making each of our guests visit to the theatre as convenient as possible. More Information

CANADA - TORONTO Capitol Theatre Like all arts institutions in Canada, the Capitol Theatre relies on donors to help accomplish everything we do. Your support helps us to create high quality professional theatre, attract the best artists from across the country, partner with local organizations and arts organizations, offer community programming, and keep our tickets affordable. Just as importantly, when you support the Capitol, you are helping Port Hope and the region. Our success is reflected in the success of our local economy—restaurants, shops, and hotels. In turn, those businesses employ people in the area and inject more into the community. If you love Port Hope, we invite you to be part of its success by making a donation to the Capitol. More Information

Bad Dog Theatre Company Bad Dog Theatre Company is an award-winning, artist-run charity that has produced Toronto's best improvised comedy. This year, we are celebrating Bad Dog's 20th year serving the Toronto Improv community. Our Mission: to create top quality performances and training for our audience, performers and students, to reflect the artistic value of improvised theatre and its ability to provide live shared experiences. Our Vision: to transform the culture and perception of improvised theatre, elevating the artform to unprecedented standards of success and professionalism. For our 20th year anniversary, we are looking to fundraise $20,000. Like many in the arts, we are recovering from the impact of the COVID-19 lockdown and closures. We are seeking financial support to help revitalize the company, so we may continue to share the joy of comedy and improv with our artists and audiences. Your support and generosity is greatly appreciated! Donate today! More Information

Brampton On Stage Donate to Brampton On Stage this Giving Tuesday to support arts education in Brampton, Ontario! Our programs provide students the opportunity to develop their talents with the help of professional artists, as well as provide subsidies to ensure every student can experience the magic of live performance, regardless of financial barriers. More Information

Buddies in Bad Times Theatre Established in 1979, Buddies in Bad Times Theatre is the world's largest and longest-running queer theatre. We are proud to be Toronto's leading destination for artistically-rigorous, alternative theatre and a world leader in developing queer voices and stories for the stage. For our 45th anniversary, Buddies has a goal of signing up 45 new folks to join our circle of monthly donors, and we're already over halfway there! Becoming a monthly donor is an affordable way to consistently support Buddies artistic programming, community events, and the development of new queer work. More Information

Nightwood Theatre Support feminist theatre this Giving Tuesday! Art should reflect the diverse and complex world we live in, and to achieve this, we need to break down the barriers that have historically hindered women and gender-diverse folks from reaching their full potential within the theatre industry. Women represent over half of all theatre school students, but after graduation, their presence diminishes to only 33% of artistic directors, 34% of working directors, and a mere 27% of produced playwrights. Nightwood cultivates, creates, and produces extraordinary theatre by women and gender-expansive artists. Because of your support, Nightwood continues to serve as a safe and nurturing space where individuals can unleash their creativity and develop their talents. Our 2023/24 season offers three stunning and arresting world premieres! Our community programs give both new and experienced artists a platform to showcase their talents, fostering an environment of inclusivity and diversity in every aspect of theatre, helping to bring fresh perspectives and narratives to the stage. We would be so grateful for your continued championing through donating to Nightwood. Your generosity will make a tangible difference and allow us to continue providing a platform for talented individuals who have been historically underrepresented in the theatre industry. More Information

Fiona Sauder Bad Hats Theatre is dedicated to the development of new work. With our multi-Dora Award Winning original musicals reaching over 80,000 audience members across Canada to date, we are growing at a remarkable rate for an independent Toronto theatre company. We work collaboratively with ensembles of actors, musicians, movers and storytellers to provide inventive programming for audiences of all ages throughout the year. As an emerging leader in the Toronto theatre landscape, we are dedicated to furthering our reach, not only with our audiences, but with the artists we impact through our collaboration. We invite you to be a part of our story. Thank you so much for your support. More Information

Tarragon Theatre Tarragon Theatre invites you to join us in fueling the growth of groundbreaking Canadian theatre. Your donation on this national day of giving supports Greenhouse, a dynamic, interdisciplinary residency and festival that empowers artists to bring fresh, innovative projects to life. Until November 28th, your contribution will have double the impact as The Bulmash-Siegel Foundation generously matches up to $7,000 in donations. Donate now and be part of growing new Canadian theatre. "The program's intention was to nurture and ‘grow' artists, and I must say it succeeded beyond what could have been reasonably expected. Their focus on finding us, who might not fit into a traditional residency or incubator program, shone through […] I felt incredibly respected and cared for as a creator." – Adam F. Proulx, 2023 Greenhouse Artist More Information

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