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Cast Set For The World Premiere Of KARMA By Aksam Alyousef at Pleiades Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2026
Pleiades Theatre will present the world premiere of KARMA by Aksam Alyousef, featuring a cast led by Basel Daoud and directed by Ash Knight. The production explores themes of family, war, and redemption, running at Theatre Passe Muraille.
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Will Make Canadian Premiere in 2026
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2026
Mirvish Productions will present the Canadian premiere of WATER FOR ELEPHANTS in 2026, bringing the beloved novel to the stage in a highly anticipated theatrical adaptation.
MRS KRISHNAN'S PARTY Comes to London's Grand Theatre This February
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2026
MRS KRISHNAN'S PARTY offers a unique blend of live cooking, dancing, and storytelling at London's Grand Theatre, reflecting the immigrant experience. Learn more about the performance here!
Theatre Collingwood Opens Auditions for New Teen Conservatory Program
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2026
Theatre Collingwood has announced auditions for its new Theatre Collingwood Teen Conservatory, a program designed for high school students to enhance their theatrical skills. The 12-week program, launching this spring, focuses on character development, collaborative storytelling, and performance.
Review: YOU, ALWAYS at Canadian Stage
by Ilana Lucas - February 18, 2026
Erin Shields’ beautiful YOU, ALWAYS, directed by Andrea Donaldson at Canadian Stage’s Berkeley Street Theatre, is a kaleidoscopic, fragmented look at all moments of a sibling relationship, from childhood to maturity and everything in between.
Canadian Opera Company Unveils 2026/2027 Season Lineup
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2026
The Canadian Opera Company has unveiled its 2026/2027 season, featuring a Canadian world premiere, two new-to-Toronto productions on its mainstage at the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts, and an additional new work from Opera 5, the COC’s Company-in-Residence, to be performed at the Canadian Opera Company Theatre.
WOMEN AT PLAY(S) 8 Festival to Showcase Canadian Women in Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2026
Toronto: Women at Play(s) 8 is a festival of original short one-act plays written, directed and performed by Canadian women-identifying playwrights, directors and actors.
BIG GIRL & Friends Cabaret Supports AFC at Toronto Musical Concerts
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2026
Toronto Musical Concerts will present BIG GIRL & Friends | A Cabaret for a Cause, an exciting musical theatre evening of live performance where every ticket directly supports The AFC.
Video: Luke Sutliff Performs ‘Largo al factotum’ From THE BARBER OF SEVILLE at Canadian Opera Company
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2026
Check out video of baritone Luke Sutliff delivering a spirited performance of “Largo al factotum” from Gioachino Rossini’s THE BARBER OF SEVILLE, accompanied by the COC Orchestra under the baton of Daniela Candillari.
Interview: Anusree Roy of THROUGH THE EYES OF GOD at Theatre Passe Muraille
by Ilana Lucas - February 12, 2026
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.
Buddy Guy to Celebrate 90th Birthday with Tour Stop at Massey Hall
by BWW News Desk - February 11, 2026
Buddy Guy will bring his Buddy Guy 90 Tour to Massey Hall in Toronto. The blues guitarist and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee recently won a GRAMMY Award for Best Traditional Blues Album.
CONTACT Photography Festival 2026 Reveals Highlights Of Its 30th Anniversary
by BWW News Desk - February 11, 2026
​​​​​​​CONTACT Photography Festival has announced highlights of the 30th edition of its annual citywide event spanning the month of May 2026. Learn more about the event here!
COC Reveals Next General Director
by BWW News Desk - February 11, 2026
The Canadian Opera Company (COC) announced that Ian Derrer has been appointed the company's next General Director, marking an exciting step forward for Canada's largest opera producer.
Grand Theatre to Stage 'PIAF/DIETRICH' Celebrating Iconic Performers
by BWW News Desk - February 11, 2026
The lives and music of French songbird ?dith Piaf and Hollywood leading lady Marlene Dietrich are set to dazzle London audiences when Piaf/Dietrich takes the stage at the Grand Theatre.
MUSIC OF THE NIGHT: The Concert Tour to End Its Six-Year Run in Canada
by BWW News Desk - February 10, 2026
Music of the Night: The Concert Tour, an acclaimed concert celebration of the most iconic music by Andrew Lloyd Webber will return.. The national tour starts its final leg in Hamilton, Ontario.
13 GOING ON 30 THE MUSICAL Will Make North American Premiere in Toronto
by BWW News Desk - February 10, 2026
The 2026/27 Operation Mirvish Theatre Season has been announced at the Mirvish Theatre in Toronto, including the North American premiere of 13 Going on 30 - The Musical. Learn more here!
Thomas Peschak Joins NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC LIVE at Massey Hall
by BWW News Desk - February 09, 2026
Massey Hall & Roy Thomson Hall announced that renowned photographer Thomas Peschak will join the National Geographic Live series. The event, set for February 2026, will feature Peschak's insights into wildlife and conservation photography.
Mayor Olivia Chow to Feature in PEOPLE OF THE CITY Opening at Bad Dog Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 09, 2026
This February, Bad Dog Theatre has announced a lineup of storytellers for People of the City, a live improv show celebrating Toronto through the true stories of the people who shape it.
Good Grief Set to Perform THE INNER CIRCLE at TD Music Hall
by BWW News Desk - February 09, 2026
Massey Hall and Departure Festival welcome the return of Good Grief Presents: The Inner Circle to TD Music Hall on Thursday, May 7, 2026. “The Inner Circle” is hosted by Toronto-based songwriting duo Good Grief, a powerhouse singer-songwriting duo, Bryn McCutcheon and Kirstyn Johnson.
THE TRAGEDY OF HAMLET To Return to Toronto in 2026 with Robert Lepage and Guillaume Côté
by BWW News Desk - February 09, 2026
Ex Machina, Côté Danse, Dvoretsky Productions and presenting partner Show One Productions will present the Toronto return of The Tragedy of Hamlet: Prince of Denmark.
Michael Ross Albert's ANYWHERE to be Presented at Leroy Street Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 09, 2026
One Four One Collective and Leroy Street Theatre are mounting a new production of the breakout drama Anywhere by Michael Ross Albert, with an intriguing twist: each actor will play both parts in this two-character drama.
QUEEN MAEVE to Debut at Tarragon Theatre in Toronto
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2026
The Toronto Premiere of Queen Maeve, written by two-time Governor General's Award-winner Judith Thompson will have its Toronto debut in Tarragon's Mainspace.
SCHOOL OF ROCK Set as Grand Theatre's 2026 High School Project
by BWW News Desk - February 05, 2026
The Grand Theatre has announced that School of Rock will be the 2026 Grand Theatre High School Project. In a company first, London and area's most talented young artists will be rocking out, playing live music on stage.
NTS DramaFest Celebrates 80 Years with 2026 Event in Ontario
by BWW News Desk - February 05, 2026
In 2026, Ontario will host the NTS DramaFest, marking 80 years of theatrical excellence. This event will showcase a variety of performances, highlighting the rich history and ongoing innovation in theater.
Theatre Direct To Premiere SYNDROME By George F. Walker For Young Audiences
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2026
Theatre Direct will present the world premiere of Syndrome, a new play for young audiences by George F. Walker. The production is commissioned by the company and explores adolescence amid global uncertainty and social pressure.

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