The latest theatre news from Vancouver — show openings, casting announcements, reviews, and touring productions.
Vancouver audiences gathered at the Rio Theatre on September 28 for an exclusive one-night-only screening of SOUL’S ROAD, the new Canadian drama directed by Joel Stewart and starring country music star Dallas Smith in his acting debut.
From an Emmy-winning writer of HBO’s Succession, this love-and-science thriller places audiences inside a clinical trial where two volunteers sign up to test a dopamine-regulating drug under observation.
The raw, full-length piece features four dancers performing fully nude, who use the mechanics of their arms, legs, torsos, and skulls to plumb the very nature of the human condition.
BroadwayWorld announced today that its new My Shows platform has surpassed 10,000 user reviews since its launch.
Global K-Pop superstars TWICE have announced their 2026 WORLD TOUR, spanning North America, Europe, and the UK.
On September 22, Vancouver, BC welcomed K-pop girl group, tripleS as their subunit Alphie to The Centre for their TOUR.
The Vancouver Symphony Orchestra USA will present pianist Marc-André Hamelin in Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue on November 1–2, 2025, at Skyview Concert Hall.
David Archuleta brought his EARTHLY DELIGHTS TOUR to Vancouver’s Hollywood Theatre on Monday September 22, delivering a set that balanced new material with familiar favourites.
The Dance Centre will launch its 2025–2026 Discover Dance! series with a performance by Vancouver-based Bharatanatyam artist Sujit Vaidya on Thursday, October 23 at 12 noon at the Scotiabank Dance Centre.
Due to popular demand, a second leg of the North American tour of GABBY’S DOLLHOUSE LIVE! PRESENTED BY WALMART will launch in Macon, GA, on January 14, 2026.
The 22nd Annual Downtown Eastside Heart of the City Festival runs October 31–November 8, 2025, with over 100 events across 40 venues in Vancouver.
Opera Atelier will celebrate its 40th anniversary season with the return of Mozart’s The Magic Flute, running October 15–19, 2025, at the Elgin Theatre.
The Chutzpah! Festival will return for its 25th anniversary with a mix of festival favourites and new discoveries, in a stellar lineup of performances this November.
Broadway Across Canada has announced that Moulin Rouge! The Musical, winner of 10 Tony Awards including Best Musical, will play Vancouver’s Queen Elizabeth Theatre from January 20–25, 2026.
Lasa ng Imperyo (A Taste of Empire) will return October 9–19, 2025, at Presentation House Theatre in North Vancouver.
The Firehall Arts Centre will present Anne Plamondon Productions’ MYOKINE from October 30–November 1, 2025.
Keith Urban brought his HIGH AND ALIVE World Tour to Vancouver’s Rogers Arena on Wednesday September 10, delivering a night that showed why he remains as one of country music’s most engaging live performers.
Nominations are now open for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Vancouver Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
Over the course of the season, Vancouver audiences will be treated to four carefully curated concert programs, with programming spanning ancient melodies, reimagined pop favourites, and timeless choral treasures.
The Firehall Arts Centre will launch its 2025-2026 season with dance/theatre production Vacant Lot by Nelson-based choreographer, director, and SAG Award-winning actor Hiromoto Ida.
BroadwayWorld introduces MyShows, a new feature that lets you track shows you’ve seen, rate productions, share reviews, and connect with friends.
Disney’s The Lion King musical is playing in Vancouver, BC for a limited four-week engagement at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre from August 20 to September 14.
Presentation House Theatre has unveiled its 2025-2026 Season, featuring a flavourful and diverse array of shows for audiences of all ages to enjoy.
Glitch Theatre, formerly known as Realwheels Theatre, will share its evolution with audiences and the national theatre community.
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DanceHouse announces 2026/27 season, October 2026 through April 2027. DanceHouse (10/01-4/30) |
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Jonathan Mangum & Asad Mecci Live in Kelowna – An Unforgettable Night of Comedy, Mind Games & Entertainment Kelowna Community Theatre (9/04-9/04) |
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Jack and the Beanstalk Surrey Arts Centre (12/18-12/27) |
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The Reluctant Princess & Her Extraordinary Band of Pirates Anvil Theatre (3/19-3/21) |
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Murder for Two Anvil Theatre (10/02-10/04) |
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& Juliet Queen Elizabeth Theatre (9/29-10/04) |
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Sister Act and Disney’s The Little Mermaid Theatre Under the Stars (7/03-8/22) |
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Menopause The Musical Great Canadian Casino Vancouver (9/22-9/22) |
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The Reluctant Princess & Her Extraordinary Band of Pirates Surrey Arts Centre (3/12-3/14) |
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The Movie Star Black Box Theatre Co. (8/13-8/23) |
