Weyni Mengesha
Latest News on Weyni Mengesha:
Five Toronto Theatre Companies Join Three-Year Creative Collaboration Initiative (Nov 29, 2024)
WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME to Make Canadian Premiere this Fall (Sep 19, 2024)
Review: A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE at Soulpepper (Jun 24, 2024)
Five Toronto Theatre Companies Join Three-Year Creative Collaboration Initiative (Nov 29, 2024)
WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME to Make Canadian Premiere this Fall (Sep 19, 2024)
Review: A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE at Soulpepper (Jun 24, 2024)
BIO
Weyni Mengesha is a theatre director, based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. She is known as the director of the plays da kink in my hair, and Kim's Convenience.
In 2018 she was hired as the artistic director of the Soulpepper Theatre. Observers applauded her appointment, and that of her colleague Executive director Emma Stenning, as it meant the two senior posts at the theatre would be filled by women, after the previous male director Albert Schultz resigned after actors accused him of preying on female subordinates.
Mengesha has been nominated for the Dora Mavor Moore Award five times, winning the award in 2014.
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VIDEO: Get A First Look At Bryan Cranston & More in Geffen Playhouse's POWER OF SAIL
by Alan Henry - Feb 23, 2022
COME FROM AWAY and MATILDA Receive 14 Dora Award Nominations - See All The Nominees!
by Alan Henry - May 30, 2017
News
Five Toronto Theatre Companies Join Three-Year Creative Collaboration Initiative
The Artistic and Executive leaders of Soulpepper Theatre, Bad Hats Theatre, The Musical Stage Company, Obsidian Theatre, and the Toronto Fringe have announced a Creative Collaboration Initiative that will evolve over the next three years.
The Artistic and Executive leaders of Soulpepper Theatre, Bad Hats Theatre, The Musical Stage Company, Obsidian Theatre, and the Toronto Fringe have announced a Creative Collaboration Initiative that will evolve over the next three years.
WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME to Make Canadian Premiere this Fall
The Canadian Premiere of Heidi Schreck’s WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME will be presented at Soulpepper’s Michael Young Theatre this fall. The play allows audiences to explore the dynamic relationship between individuals and the foundational principles of their country. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
The Canadian Premiere of Heidi Schreck’s WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME will be presented at Soulpepper’s Michael Young Theatre this fall. The play allows audiences to explore the dynamic relationship between individuals and the foundational principles of their country. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Review: A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE at Soulpepper
Tennessee Williams’ sprawling classic about what happens when the unstoppable force, fading, fluttering Southern belle Blanche DuBois (Amy Rutherford), meets the immovable object of her brother-in-law, pragmatic, animalistic Stanley Kowalski (Mac Fyfe) proves a night of searing theatre, with Weyni Mengesha’s effectively musical direction providing an electric backdrop for a simmering contest of wills.
Tennessee Williams’ sprawling classic about what happens when the unstoppable force, fading, fluttering Southern belle Blanche DuBois (Amy Rutherford), meets the immovable object of her brother-in-law, pragmatic, animalistic Stanley Kowalski (Mac Fyfe) proves a night of searing theatre, with Weyni Mengesha’s effectively musical direction providing an electric backdrop for a simmering contest of wills.
Talk Is Free Theatre Announces 2024/25 Season THEATRE. EVERYWHERE.
Talk Is Free Theatre unveils its 24/25 season lineup, featuring a diverse range of productions and innovative performances.
Talk Is Free Theatre unveils its 24/25 season lineup, featuring a diverse range of productions and innovative performances.
SIZWE BANZI IS DEAD & More Nominated for 44th Annual Dora Mavor Moore Awards
The Toronto Alliance for the Performing Arts revealed the 228 nominations for the 44th Annual Dora Mavor Moore Awards. See the full list!
The Toronto Alliance for the Performing Arts revealed the 228 nominations for the 44th Annual Dora Mavor Moore Awards. See the full list!
Soulpepper Theatre to Present A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE This Summer
Soulpepper Theatre brings Tennessee Williams' classic A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE to the stage this summer. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Soulpepper Theatre brings Tennessee Williams' classic A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE to the stage this summer. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Norm Lewis, Myles Frost, and More to Be Honored at NAACP Theatre Awards
The NAACP Theatre Awards has revealed the honorees for the 30th Annual Awards Ceremony, taking place on June 3rd in Los Angeles.
The NAACP Theatre Awards has revealed the honorees for the 30th Annual Awards Ceremony, taking place on June 3rd in Los Angeles.
A STRANGE LOOP, KIM'S CONVENIENCE & More Set for Soulpepper Theatre 24/25 Season
Soulpepper Theatre has unveiled its 2024-25 season featuring 8 shows. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
Soulpepper Theatre has unveiled its 2024-25 season featuring 8 shows. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
AGE IS A FEELING Comes to Soulpepper Theatre This Month
Soulpepper Theatre will present the Canadian Premiere of Age is a Feeling, the award-winning smash hit by Dora-award-winning artist Haley McGee (The Ex-Boyfriend Yard Sale).
Soulpepper Theatre will present the Canadian Premiere of Age is a Feeling, the award-winning smash hit by Dora-award-winning artist Haley McGee (The Ex-Boyfriend Yard Sale).
HAMLET (SOLO) to be Presented at Soulpepper Theatre This Month
Experience the magic of Shakespeare's HAMLET (SOLO) at Soulpepper Theatre, performed by the talented Raoul Bhaneja. Learn how to purchase tickets!
Experience the magic of Shakespeare's HAMLET (SOLO) at Soulpepper Theatre, performed by the talented Raoul Bhaneja. Learn how to purchase tickets!
A STRANGE LOOP To Have Canadian Premiere In 2025!
The Musical Stage Company, Soulpepper Theatre, and Crow's Theatre will collaborate to present the highly anticipated Canadian premiere run of Michael R. Jackson's Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning musical, A STRANGE LOOP.
The Musical Stage Company, Soulpepper Theatre, and Crow's Theatre will collaborate to present the highly anticipated Canadian premiere run of Michael R. Jackson's Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning musical, A STRANGE LOOP.
Soulpepper to Present Punctuate! Theatre's FIRST METIS MAN OF ODESA
Soulpepper will present Punctuate! Theatre’s multi-Dora Award-winning production of FIRST MÉTIS MAN OF ODESA. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Soulpepper will present Punctuate! Theatre’s multi-Dora Award-winning production of FIRST MÉTIS MAN OF ODESA. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Soulpepper And Obsidian Theatre Present THREE SISTERS, February 29- March 17
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.
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.
Soulpepper Launches 2024 Season With CASEY AND DIANA and DE PROFUNDIS: OSCAR WILDE IN JAIL
Soulpepper Theatre will launch its 2024 season with two highly anticipated productions: the Toronto premiere of Casey and Diana, by Nick Green and directed by Andrew Kushnir, after an acclaimed sold-out run at Stratford Festival in 2023; and the World Premiere of De Profundis: Oscar Wilde in Jail adapted and directed by Gregory Prest with original music and lyrics by Mike Ross and Sarah Wilson.
Soulpepper Theatre will launch its 2024 season with two highly anticipated productions: the Toronto premiere of Casey and Diana, by Nick Green and directed by Andrew Kushnir, after an acclaimed sold-out run at Stratford Festival in 2023; and the World Premiere of De Profundis: Oscar Wilde in Jail adapted and directed by Gregory Prest with original music and lyrics by Mike Ross and Sarah Wilson.
Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Toronto Awards; Voting Ends 12/31
It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Toronto Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Toronto Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Toronto Awards; RENT, 'DA KINK IN MY HAIR, & More Lead!
There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Toronto Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Toronto Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
BroadwayWorld Toronto Awards December 5th Standings
It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Toronto Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Toronto Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Toronto Awards; Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
Happy Holidays! The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 27th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Toronto Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Happy Holidays! The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 27th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Toronto Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Toronto Awards; Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 20th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Toronto Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 20th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Toronto Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Review: THE GUIDE TO BEING FABULOUS at Soulpepper
Sandra Caldwell is, indeed, fabulous. The classy triple threat brings her autobiographical show, THE GUIDE TO BEING FABULOUS, to Soulpepper’s “Her Words” festival. This version of the show triumphantly celebrates what Caldwell long kept hidden: her identity as a trans woman.
Sandra Caldwell is, indeed, fabulous. The classy triple threat brings her autobiographical show, THE GUIDE TO BEING FABULOUS, to Soulpepper’s “Her Words” festival. This version of the show triumphantly celebrates what Caldwell long kept hidden: her identity as a trans woman.
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