Makambe K Simamba

Makambe K. Simamba's OUR FATHERS, SONS, LOVERS AND LITTLE BROTHERS is Coming to Calgary
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 26, 2024

Handsome Alice Theatre, Verb Theatre and Tarragon Theatre are coming together to bring Makambe K. Simamba's Our Fathers, Sons, Lovers and Little Brothers to Calgary. Learn how to purchase tickets.

OUR FATHERS, LOVERS, SONS AND LITTLE BROTHERS to Play Big Secret Theatre in Arts Commons
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 9, 2024

Our Fathers, Lovers, Sons and Little Brothers, written and performed by Makambe K. Simamba, will be presented by Handsome Alice, Verb Theatre and Tarragon Theatre from September 13 - 28, 2024 at Big Secret Theatre in Arts Commons.

Winners Announced for 44th Annual Dora Mavor Moore Awards
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 25, 2024

The Toronto Alliance for the Performing Arts (TAPA) has announced the winners of the 44th Annual Dora Mavor Moore Awards, celebrating excellence in Toronto's performing arts community.

Handsome Alice Theatre Announces 2024/2025 Season 
by A.A. Cristi - May 31, 2024

Discover Handsome Alice Theatre's exciting 2024/2025 season lineup, featuring innovative productions and compelling performances. Stay tuned for more details and exclusive interviews.

SIZWE BANZI IS DEAD & More Nominated for 44th Annual Dora Mavor Moore Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 28, 2024

The Toronto Alliance for the Performing Arts revealed the 228 nominations for the 44th Annual Dora Mavor Moore Awards. See the full list!

Interview: Makambe K. Simamba of THREE SISTERS at Soulpepper
by Ilana Lucas - Mar 13, 2024

BroadwayWorld spoke to Makambe K. Simamba of Soulpepper's THREE SISTERS, who plays Udo, the youngest of the three sisters, about the play's historical context and how playwright Inua Ellams finds new meaning in Chekhov's classic.

Soulpepper And Obsidian Theatre Present THREE SISTERS, February 29- March 17
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 7, 2024

Soulpepper and Obsidian Theatre present 'Three Sisters' from Feb. 29 to March 17, 2024. This collaboration brings together two of Canada's leading theatre companies to present a powerful and innovative adaptation of the beloved Chekhov play, set in Nigeria.

Obsidian Theatre Announces Thrilling 23.24 Season & Spectacular Cast For THREE SISTERS
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 13, 2023

Obsidian Theatre announces their largest season to date, featuring a spectacular cast for THREE SISTERS. Get all the details here!

World Premiere Of MAKAMBE SPEAKS Comes to the Ghost River Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 6, 2023

Ghost River Theatre and Handsome Alice Theatre are coming together for the World Premiere of Makambe Speaks, co-created and performed by Makambe K. Simamba, multiple-award winning playwright and actor. Fragments of stand-up comedy, musical theatre and a few other surprises combine in this fantasia of rage, cultural commentary and star-crossed love.

Black Theatre Workshop Presents OUR FATHERS, SONS, LOVERS & LITTLE BROTHERS At Segal Centre, February 22�"26
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 18, 2023

Black Theatre Workshop returns with a gripping story. Makambe K Simamba's acclaimed play Our Fathers, Sons, Lovers and Little Brothers will make its much-anticipated Montreal premiere, on February 22 until February 26, 2023, at The Segal Centre's Sylvan Adams Theatre. 

ARC to Present Canadian Premiere Of MARTYR By Marius Von Mayenburg in January 2023
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 18, 2022

Toronto's ARC theatre company has announced its first show of 2023: the Canadian premiere of MARTYR by Marius von Mayenburg (translated by Maja Zade), directed by Co-Artistic Producer Rob Kempson. MARTYR will run at the Aki Studio Theatre, Daniel's Spectrum, from January 13 to 29, 2023. Opening night is January 14.

Donna-Michelle St. Bernard's THE FIRST STONE to Have World Premiere at of Buddies in Bad Times Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 12, 2022

Opening its 44th season, Buddies in Bad Times Theatre will present an epic production of a new play by Donna-Michelle St. Bernard, The First Stone. The production runs October 2-16.

Tarragon Announces 2022-23 Season
by Stephi Wild - May 18, 2022

Artistic Director Mike Payette and Managing Director Andrea Vagianos today announce Tarragon Theatre's 2022-23 season: a season that embraces the range of artistic form within the theatre experience and encourages interdisciplinary, intercultural and intergenerational exchange.

Tarragon Theatre OUR FATHERS, SONS, LOVERS AND LITTLE BROTHERS Opens March 17
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 24, 2022

Mike Payette, Artistic Director of Tarragon Theatre and Managing Director Andrea Vagianos are excited to announce the opening of Our Fathers, Sons, Lovers and Little Brothers, a Tarragon Theatre and Black Theatre Workshop co-production based on the world premiere production produced by b current.

OUR FATHERS, SONS, LOVERS AND LITTLE BROTHERS to be Presented at The Firehall Arts Centre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 2, 2021

The Firehall Arts Centre is partnering with Touchstone Theatre and the 2022 PuSh International Performing Arts Festival to present Makambe K Simamba’s Our Fathers, Sons, Lovers and Little Brothers from Thursday, January 20 to Saturday, January 22, 2022.

Touchstone Theatre Announces 2021/2022 Season
by Stephi Wild - Nov 2, 2021

Today, Touchstone Theatre unveiled its “Let There Be Lights” 2021/22 SEASON, a dynamic lineup featuring four daring Canadian works, three of which are World Premieres - a testament to Touchstone's ongoing commitment to new Canadian play development.

The Firehall Arts Centre Announces Its 2021-22 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 9, 2021

The Firehall Arts Centre has announced its 39th season, and Artistic Producer Donna Spencer has proudly programmed it as a Reunion Season.

The Firehall Arts Centre Announces 2021-22 Reunion Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 8, 2021

The Firehall Arts Centre has announced its 39th season, and Artistic Producer Donna Spencer has proudly programmed it as a Reunion Season. The Firehall’s 2021-22 Reunion Season opens with the world premiere of Raven Spirit Dance’s Chapter 21 from September 29 to October 3.

Tarragon Theatre Announces Plans For its 2021-22 Season
by Stephi Wild - May 24, 2021

Artistic Director Richard Rose and Managing Director Andrea Vagianos today announces Tarragon Theatre's plan for the 2021-22 season, first featuring Tarragon Acoustic Reboot.

Downstage Presents TALES FROM THE STUDENT MIND
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 9, 2021

Tales From the Student Mind is the latest creative offering at Downstage, where five students will create micro-plays for the company’s social media, YouTube and website platforms, which will be available for viewing from March 22 - March 27th in celebration of World Theatre Day.