El Jefe is a comedy/drama in which the titular Canadian kingpin, based on real-life B.C. snowboarder and alleged drug trafficker Ryan Wedding, travels back in time to visit himself on the eve of his Olympic debut at the 2002 Salt Lake City Games. Haunted by his crimes, Jefe aims to right the wrongs and rechart his path, while young Ryan becomes intoxicated by ideas of wealth and infamy. Written and directed by Nate Simpson, the play co-stars Jeff Clement and Josh Palmer as Ryan and Jefe respectively, with associate direction and dramaturgy by Ella Berger. The production is presented by Play Ball Theatre Co. as part of the 2026 Toronto Fringe Festival.
Cast and Creative Team for El Jefe at Sweet Action Theatre
Cast
Jeff Clement
Ryan
Ella Berger
Ensemble
Josh Palmer
Jefe
Creative Team
Nate Simpson
Writer
Nate Simpson
Director
Ella Berger
Director
Dawn Simpson
Designer
Anthony Allan
Designer
Tom Shoshani
Fight Director
News About El Jefe at Sweet Action Theatre
Toronto Fringe Festival to Feature 123 Shows Across 27 Venues for 38th Edition
June 03, 2026 Toronto Fringe announced programming for its 38th annual festival, with 123 shows across 27 venues including musicals, clown, improv, puppetry, and six KidsFest productions spread throughout the city.
EL JEFE to Premiere at Toronto Fringe Festival
May 13, 2026 Play Ball Theatre Co. will present EL JEFE at Sweet Action Theatre as part of the Toronto Fringe Festival, exploring the story of Canadian Olympian Ryan Wedding, who became an FBI Most Wanted drug trafficker linked to the Sinaloa Cartel.About the Theatre
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