The latest interviews about live + streaming theatre in Toronto.
Toronto-raised Noam Tomaschoff's shocking discovery of his true biological father and dozens of half-siblings around the world is told on-stage in Our Little Secret: A True New Musical at the CAA Theatre from November 3rd-22nd.
BroadwayWorld spoke with Fernandes to discuss both projects, early theatrical memories, portraying several characters in a fast-paced farce, playing games with audiences, and his experience as a first-time director with the Shaw Festival.
The Canadian premiere of Marin Ireland's Pre-Existing Condition, currently in performances through September 27th, marks Kash's Coal Mine Theatre directorial debut.
Celebrated Canadian actors Sophia Walker and André Morin are, as they say, 'booked and busy.
BroadwayWorld spoke with Chameroy about what makes a musical sizzle, trusting your scene partner—even when it’s the stage itself—and how to balance explosive humour with laid-back cool.
BroadwayWorld spoke to Reid about infusing audiences with a renewed love of language, creating immersive, magical spaces, and subverting hierarchies while challenging expectations both on stage and behind the scenes.
BroadwayWorld spoke to McCamus about playing two characters who represent humanity’s fears of stasis and obsolescence, but who themselves live in the present tense.
Canadian-born Jesse Robb and American-born Shana Carroll, who now resides in Montréal, serve as co-choreographers on the Tony Award-nominated musical Water for Elephants, presented at Toronto’s CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre from July 7-19.
Paige Parkhill, who hails from Kelowna, B.
Creators Kurin and Rowe discuss the creation and evolution of their “regrettably, inspired by true events” mystery-comedy playing at Soulpepper Theatre's RBC Finance Studio from June 30-July 12 as part of Toronto Fringe.
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.
When it comes to experimental theatre in North America, few have a legacy as long, dedicated, and influential as Richard Foreman.
PUNCH - A New Musical: Presented in Concert is inspired by the true story of Punch, an abandoned Japanese macaque (a type of monkey described as being highly social and intelligent) who became internet famous because of his bond with a large stuffed orangutan toy.
BroadwayWorld spoke to Roy about the play’s history, her fascination with writing complex women, and the possibility of a future instalment to make Chaya’s story a trilogy.
BroadwayWorld spoke to actor Aidan deSalaiz, who plays Bobby in the immersive production, about the show’s contemporary relevance, its fascinating and revealing contradictions, and the joys of connectivity in an increasingly isolating world.
Eight years into redefining what a holiday show can be, drag powerhouses Jinkx Monsoon and BenDeLaCreme are once again decking the halls, and the patriarchy, with a brand-new production of The Jinkx & DeLa Holiday Show.
Emily Paterson’s BUTCH/FEMME opens Theatre Passe Muraille’s 2025/2026 season after receiving top honours at the University of Toronto Hart House Drama Festival.
BroadwayWorld talked to Harris and Rubinstein about why they created shows where the audience determines the order, how we make emotional connections to objects, and what constitutes “good grief.
BroadwayWorld spoke with HYPOTHETICAL BABY playwright Rachel Cairns about the goals behind telling her story, finding humour in a seriously complex subject, and the play's uniquely Canadian lens.
Vivian Chong premieres her new solo theatre piece, BLIND DATES, at Theatre Passe Muraille.
Featuring generations of Harris' family as creators and performers, the production employs a handcrafted raven cloak and raven transformation mask, as well as original compositions and projections, to celebrate the Gitxsan people.
Very few bands have made a mark on the Canadian music scene quite like The Tragically Hip.
We talk to Misha Khorramshahi about WE WILL ROCK YOU at Brampton On Stage/The Rose Brampton.
BroadwayWorld spoke to co-creator George Reinblatt about the show’s 20-year trajectory, translating its local references for European and Asian audiences, and how the horror-comedy is really more comedy than horror, despite all that blood.
BroadwayWorld spoke to Travis Knights of THE MARS PROJECT about his love of Tap, his goal to spread the art form across Toronto’s Black community, and the lightness that comes from dancing in altered gravity.
BroadwayWorld spoke to this year’s curator, Aeris Körper artistic director Mayumi Lashbrook, about this year’s theme of play, the artists who transform porches and lawns into spaces for discovery, and why PORCH VIEW DANCES brings joy to the community.
BroadwayWorld spoke to Cooperman about her life of rebellion, her role in Adam Sandler’s You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah, and why she finds humour in even the greatest tragedy.
BroadwayWorld spoke to Bahr about the real-life inspiration behind the show, her time on Curb and Hacks, and the value of near-death experiences.
BroadwayWorld spoke to two of the show's creators, Bravo Niagara! Festival of the Arts founder Alexis Spieldenner and Emmy Award-winning writer Howard Reich, about the real-life inspiration behind the ballet, three generations of artistic collaboration, and why these stories need to be told.
BroadwayWorld spoke to Lianna Makuch, the production’s director, about the show’s ability to make global issues personal, its unique design, and how she’s been Matt and Mariya’s “third wheel” from the very beginning.
BroadwayWorld spoke to Geri and Gary about their long term friendship, how a bottle of wine and a DIY will kit make for a truly weird date night, and why they think anyone can relate to MIDDLE RAGED’s theme of having to shoulder life’s responsibilities as a mature adult while still feeling like…
BroadwayWorld spoke to Meredith Shedden, Bowtie Productions’ AD and the production’s director, about the joys of working with the quirky cult favourite musical.
BroadwayWorld spoke to MAD MADGE director Andrea Donaldson about what audiences can expect from this collaboration, described as “paying homage to Jane Austen and Tina Fey in the same breath.
BroadwayWorld Toronto spoke to ALL IS LOVE star Brueggergosman-Lee about her love for the show and the company, the importance of taking risks, and how her upcoming Governor General’s Lifetime Achievement Award is really an encouragement to keep creating.
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Experience HYPROV: The Ultimate Live Comedy & Hypnosis Show Roy Thomson Hall (11/06-11/06) |
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BE MORE CHILL Terminal Theatre (2/02-2/20) |
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UNIONVILLE CANADA DAY CELEBRATION Unionville Millennium Square (7/01-7/01) |
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HYPROV Is Back in Fredericton! A Night of Hypnosis, Improv & Comedy HYPROV Is Back in Fredericton! A Night of Hypnosis, Improv & Comedy (11/17-11/17) |
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The Porch :itâ kâ-wasêtêki tâpwêwin Assembly Theatre (10/21-10/25) |
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The Rocky Horror Picture Show Spooktacular Tour with Nell Campbell Roy Thomson Hall (10/26-10/26) |
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Premiere Dance Presentations featuring KINAJ + Atri Nundy Assembly Hall (11/07-11/08) |
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Mad Magic: The Funniest Mad Scientist Magician Wychwood Theatre (10/31-11/01) VIDEOS |
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The Descent of Orpheus Opera Atelier (10/22-10/25) |
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Guys and Dolls Stratford Festival (4/22-11/14) PHOTOS |
