Dora Mavor

New 2SLGBTQIA+ Anthology THIS IS BEYOND Now In Print
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 15, 2023

Playwrights Canada Press releases a new anthology celebrating 2SLGBTQIA+ voices in the theatre community. Explore the diverse and powerful stories of this groundbreaking collection.

Tapestry Opera 23/24 Season Revealed
by Stephi Wild - Sep 26, 2023

Tapestry Opera celebrates General and Artistic Director Michael Hidetoshi Mori's 10th year of innovative leadership, helping build the organization into a prolific and influential champion of Canadian artists and works. Learn more about the lineup here!

Photos: First Look at Rehearsal and Film Shots From MAKING IT UP
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 3, 2023

Writer/Performer Norm Reynolds will brings his award-winning narrative (Best in Venue Hamilton Fringe ‘22) Making It Up (One Playwright to Another) online to the digital platform at The Digital Philadelphia Fringe Festival September 7th-24th, 2023. Check out rehearsal and film shots here!

Photos: Go Inside the 2023 Dora Awards Ceremony
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 28, 2023

See photos from the 43rd Annual Dora Mavor Moore Awards ceremony and award presentation hosted by Craig Lauzon.

Photos/Video: The Company of THE WHO'S TOMMY Kicks Off Rehearsals At Goodman Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - May 25, 2023

The epic pop-culture musical smash sensation that revolutionized the theater, The Who’s Tommy, is reimagined anew at Goodman Theatre this summer. The cast and crew of the production went began rehearsals this week! Go behind the scenes and meet the cast with new photos and video!

New Native Theatre Presents THIS IS HOW WE GOT HERE By Keith Barker
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 25, 2023

New Native Theatre presents its second in-person, mainstage production since the pandemic, April 19 through May 7, 2023 at Dreamland Arts in Saint Paul, Minnesota.

Photos: First Look at the Canadian Premiere of Sanaz Toossi's ENGLISH at the Segal Centre
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 5, 2023

The Segal Centre for Performing Arts will present the Canadian Premiere of English by Sanaz Toossi in a co-production with Toronto’s Soulpepper Theatre Company. Winner of the 2022 Lucille Lortel Award for Outstanding Play, English will be in the Sylvan Adams Theatre for a limited number of performances from March 19 to April 2, 2023. Check out the production photos here!

Wagner's LOHENGRIN Will Return to The Met Starring Piotr Beczała
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 18, 2023

​​​​​​​Wagner's soaring masterpiece Lohengrin returns to the Met stage after 17 years, in a new production by internationally renowned director François Girard. The production runs from February 26th-April 1st.

Photos: Inside Rehearsal For SALT-WATER MOON at the Finborough Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Dec 13, 2022

All new rehearsal photos have been released from Finborough Theatre’s upcoming production of David French’s Salt-Water Moon.

Video Exclusive: Get a Behind the Scenes Look at Olney Theatre Center's Remount of BEAUTY AND THE BEAST
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 28, 2022

Get a behind the scenes look at Olney Theatre Center's remount of its 2021 hit Disney's Beauty and the Beast runs through January 1, 2023, on the Mainstage. Jade Jones and Evan Ruggiero, who attracted national attention last year for their stereotype-busting performances in the lead roles, also return to star as Belle and the Beast.

Jordan Armstrong to Release 'Dual' Solo Pop Album
by Michael Major - Nov 1, 2022

Jordan Armstrong pivots away from her extensive comedy career to present a triumph of synth pop, Dual. The new five track album will be released with a launch party taking place on November 29 at the Monarch Tavern in Toronto. The first single, the eponymous Dual, was released on Spotify on September 23, 2022 to great fanfare.

Olney Theatre Center's Remount of BEAUTY AND THE BEAST to Open in November
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 17, 2022

Olney Theatre Center’s remount of its 2021 hit Disney’s Beauty and the Beast runs November 9, 2022 - January 1, 2023, on the Mainstage. Jade Jones and Evan Ruggiero, who attracted national attention last year for their stereotype-busting performances in the lead roles, also return to star as Belle and the Beast.

& JULIET and More Take Home Dora Mavor Moore Awards; Full List!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 20, 2022

The 42nd Annual Dora Mavor Moore Awards were handed out in front of an enthusiastic audience tonight at The Elgin and Winter Garden Theatre Centre in the Elgin Theatre. Hosted by award-winning actor and director, Sabryn Rock, the gala ceremony celebrated excellence in Toronto theatre, dance and opera. The ceremony, which unfolded with characteristic razzle-dazzle, caps one of the most tumultuous periods in the history of Toronto performing arts.

Touchstone Theatre To Present New Play YAGA By Kat Sandler
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 16, 2022

Touchstone Theatre kicks off their 2022/2023 theatre season with YAGA by Dora Mavor Award-Winning playwright Kat Sandler running October 27 to November 5, 2022 at Historic Theatre, The Cultch.

Touchstone Theatre Announces 2022/2023 Season
by Stephi Wild - Sep 2, 2022

Touchstone Theatre revealed its 2022-2023 SEASON , a dynamic lineup featuring three remarkable works by Canadian playwrights Kat Sandler, Emilie Monnet, and Zahida Rahemtulla. Play Club Passes are now on sale via the website or by calling 604.709.9973.

Pre-Broadway & JULIET Earns 8 Dora Mavor Moore Award Nominations
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 29, 2022

& Juliet earned 8 nominations in the Musical Theatre Division including Outstanding Production, Outstanding Performance in a Featured Role to Melanie La Barrie, Outstanding Performance in a Leading Role to each of Betsy Wolfe and Lorna Courtney, and more.

BWW Previews: NOTRE DAME DE PARIS - IL VENTENNALE
by ETTORE FARRATTINI - Mar 7, 2022

NOTRE DAME DE PARIS - IL VENTENNALE IN TOUR IN TUTTA ITALIA E CON IL CAST ORIGINALE, TORNA IN SCENA UNA DELLE OPERE PIù CONOSCIUTE E AMATE DAL PUBBLICO.

Theatre Aspen to Present Second Annual One-Person Show Festival SOLO FLIGHTS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 18, 2021

Theatre Aspen will present its second annual one-person show festival, Solo Flights, as the third act of this year’s 38th summer season, launching next Wednesday, August 25 and running through Tuesday, August 31, 2021 at the Hurst Theatre in Aspen, Colorado. 

VIDEO: On This Day, June 5- Happy Birthday, Colm Wilkinson!
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 5, 2021

On this day we're celebrating the birthday of Broadway legend, Colm Wilkinson!

VIDEO: Tune in to the 41st Dora Awards, Honoring Toronto Theatre, Tonight at 7:30pm!
by Stephi Wild - Jun 29, 2020

The 41st annual Dora Mavor Moore Awards are being held virtually tonight, June 29, at 7:30pm.