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MADDADDAM West End

MADDADDAM

Opens: November 14, 2024
Closing: November 30, 2024
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ADAPTED FROM THE WORKS OF A LITERARY ICON



Margaret Atwood’s exuberant imagination and disruptive wit in combination with her feminist and environmentalist perspective have assured her reputation over the last half a century as one of our greatest living writers. Known for her depiction of dystopian speculative futures in which, famously, nothing is invented that is not already taking place somewhere in the world, Atwood holds a mirror up to life, warning us of where we are headed and asking, ‘Who’s got the will to stop us?’



Wayne McGregor brings Atwood’s monumental trilogy of novels (Oryx and Crake, The Year of the Flood and MaddAddam) to the stage. Themes of extinction and invention, hubris and humanity, love and loss, are spliced together with aspects of Atwood’s non-fiction writings and activist voice in this exhilarating exploration of life beyond societal collapse.


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Studio Wayne McGregor Reveals 2024/25 Season Lineup
by Stephi Wild - Sep 19, 2024


Studio Wayne McGregor has announced an ambitious, bold and diverse season for 2024/2025, with a landmark exhibition at London’s Somerset House, a pioneering choreographic installation that will create a startlingly original new form of experience, and anticipated world premieres, tours and revivals.

The National Ballet of Canada and San Francisco Ballet Reveal Harrison James Will Be on Both Rosters This Season
by Stephi Wild - Jun 11, 2024


Hope Muir, Joan and Jerry Lozinski Artistic Director of The National Ballet of Canada, in partnership with Tamara Rojo, Artistic Director of San Francisco Ballet, have announced that Harrison James will perform as a Principal Dancer with both companies in the 2024/25 season.  

Jennifer Morrison to Lead All-Women Cast of THE PENELOPIAD at Goodman Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2024


Goodman Theatre is presenting The Penelopiad by Margaret Atwood. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets!

Wayne McGregor Brings Two Works to Sadler's Wells This March
by Stephi Wild - Jan 11, 2024


Company Wayne McGregor returns to Sadler's Wells Theatre this March with two works from Sadler's Wells Associate Artist and visionary choreographer Wayne McGregor CBE. His company performs Autobiography (v95 and v96) on 12 & 13 March and UniVerse: A Dark Crystal Odyssey on 15 & 16 March.

Christopher Gerty Promoted to Principal Dancer at the National Ballet of Canada
by Stephi Wild - Jun 19, 2023


Hope Muir, Joan and Jerry Lozinski Artistic Director of The National Ballet of Canada, today announced promotions for the 2023/24 season: Christopher Gerty to Principal Dancer and Josh Hall, Peng-Fei Jiang and Larkin Miller to Second Soloist.  

The National Ballet of Canada Promotes Spencer Hack To Principal Dancer
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 4, 2023


Hope Muir, Joan and Jerry Lozinski Artistic Director of The National Ballet of Canada, have announced Spencer Hack has been promoted to Principal Dancer.  

SELECTED SHORTS: MARGARET ATWOOD, OLD BABES IN THE WOOD to be Presented at Symphony Space in March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 21, 2023


On March 8, literary icon Margaret Atwood takes the stage at Symphony Space to host a Selected Shorts event devoted to her first book of short fiction in almost a decade.

Genevieve Penn Nabity Wins Rolex Dancers First Award
by Stephi Wild - Oct 28, 2022


Genevieve Penn Nabity is the recipient of the 2022 Rolex Dancers First Award. The award was presented by Maxim Lamarre, President and CEO, Rolex Canada Ltd., at a dinner and presentation in Toronto last night. 

World Premiere of MADDADDAM & More Announced for The National Ballet of Canada 2022/23 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 3, 2022


Hope Muir, Joan and Jerry Lozinski Artistic Director of The National Ballet of Canada, today announced the 2022/23 season. This will mark Muir’s first full season with the National Ballet.

Margaret Atwood to Livestream with Chicago Humanities Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 21, 2020


Come hear the singular voice and mind of Margaret Atwood at play, reflecting on the role of writing in helping us to understand our past and prepare for the future. Atwood is joined in conversation by CHF Marilynn Thoma Artistic Director Alison Cuddy.

THE HANDMAID'S TALE Author Margaret Atwood To Speak At Chicago Humanities Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 10, 2020


Margaret Atwood to Livestream with Chicago Humanities Festival in November, Sunday, Nov 8, 2020 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm.

CrushRoom To Present Industry Scratch Night Of AFTER THE FLOOD At Camden People's Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 3, 2020


CrushRoom theatre company will return to the stage with two scratch night presentations of the new gig theatre After The Flood.

The National Ballet of Canada Cancels SWAN LAKE, Reschedules For June 2021
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 2, 2020


Karen Kain, Artistic Director of The National Ballet of Canada, and Barry Hughson, Executive Director, today announced the cancellation of the June season. The world premiere of Swan Lake, directed and staged by Ms. Kain, originally planned for June 5 to 21, 2020, will take place June 11 to 27, 2021.

Toronto Ballet 2020/21 Season Announced; Including Adaptation of Margaret Atwood's MADDADDAM Books
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 13, 2020


Karen Kain, Artistic Director of The National Ballet of Canada, today unveiled the 2020/21 season which builds on the company's commitment to create new works, attract the best artists in the world and showcase the company on the international stage. The season features the world premiere of MADDADDAM, a new full-length ballet by the multi-award-winning choreographer Wayne McGregor in collaboration with internationally renowned writer Margaret Atwood. Additional highlights include the North American premiere of Victoria, created by acclaimed choreographer Cathy Marston, and a guest appearance by San Francisco Ballet in its Toronto debut. The National Ballet will tour to London and Ottawa. #2021SeasonNBC

Margaret Atwood Australian Tour Confirmed For February 2020
by Stephi Wild - Nov 17, 2019


FANE presents In Conversation with Margaret Atwood live on stage across Australia in collaboration with Andrew Kay, Phil Bathols and BBC Studios Australia. The dates are a celebration of the global publication of The Testaments, Atwood's highly anticipated sequel to her seminal work, The Handmaid's Tale. The evening will also feature Atwood's remarkable career, her diverse range of works and why she has returned to the fictional world of Gilead 34 years later.

Ann Dowd and Sally Hawkins Announced As Special Guests For Margaret Atwood Live In Cinemas
by Stephi Wild - Sep 5, 2019


Fane Productions has announced Emmy Award-winner Ann Dowd, acclaimed for her television role as Aunt Lydia on Hulu's The Handmaid's Tale, as a special guest for Margaret Atwood Live on 10 September. Dowd was the recipient of the 2017 Emmy Award for Best Supporting Actress in a Drama Series for the role, and has also been nominated for a Golden Globe Award, Screen Actors Guild Award, and won a Critics Choice Award for her work on the show. Her involvement in Margaret Atwood Live follows news that Aunt Lydia's character will return in The Testaments. Dowd also narrates Aunt Lydia's chapters for the audiobook edition of The Testaments. It was also announced that two-time Oscar nominee and Golden Globe winner Sally Hawkins will make a guest appearance on the evening. Dowd and Hawkins join the previously announced Lily James and Margaret Atwood herself at the event, which takes place on the Lyttelton stage at the National Theatre and is a celebration of the global publication of the Booker-shortlisted The Testaments, Margaret Atwood's highly anticipated sequel to her seminal work, The Handmaid's Tale.

Lily James Announced As Special Guest For MARGARET ATWOOD LIVE In Cinemas
by Stephi Wild - Aug 16, 2019


Fane Productions has announced Lily James as a special guest for Margaret Atwood Live on 10 September. The event, which takes place on the Lyttelton stage at the National Theatre, sold out within hours when it was first announced in March, but tickets are still available for over 1,300 live cinema screenings worldwide.

Book Passage and Curran Host Novelist Margaret Atwood
by Julie Musbach - May 9, 2019


Carole Shorenstein Hays announced today that Book Passage and Curran will present a special one-night-only event featuring a conversation with acclaimed novelist Margaret Atwood-moderated by best-selling author and host of "Foreword," Kelly Corrigan-at the Carol Channing Theater at San Francisco's Lowell High School (1101 Eucalyptus Drive) on Tuesday, September 24 at 7 p.m. The event is part of Curran's popular SHOW & TELL series, featuring topical and entertaining events, and will launch Curran About Town, a new series of Curran programming outside of the theater walls.

Margaret Atwood To Celebrate Publication Of The Testaments With A Live Global Cinema Event And UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Mar 8, 2019


Fane Productions presents Margaret Atwood live on stage and in cinemas on Tuesday, September 10th in celebration of the global publication of The Testaments, Atwood's highly anticipated sequel to her seminal work, The Handmaid's Tale. The momentous literary event begins Monday, September 9th with a midnight opening at Waterstones Piccadilly with Margaret Atwood. A six date in-person tour across the UK and Ireland will follow in October and November.

Margaret Atwood Celebrates HANDMAID'S TALE Sequel with Live Cinema Event
by Kaitlin Milligan - Mar 7, 2019


Fane Productions presents Margaret Atwood live on stage and in cinemas on Tuesday, September 10th in celebration of the global publication of The Testaments, Atwood's highly anticipated sequel to her seminal work, The Handmaid's Tale. 

Mirror Stage's 11th Season of Feed Your Mind Continues with THE PENELOPIAD
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 12, 2016


Sponsored in part by 4Culture, the 2015-16 season of Mirror Stage's popular Feed Your Mind staged reading series continues with The Penelopiad by Margaret Atwood, on February 6 & 7, 2016 at the Ethnic Cultural Theatre in Seattle's University District. Directed by Suzanne M. Cohen, Feed Your Mind: The Penelopiad features a multicultural cast of 13 women: Miski Ali, Angie Bolton, Ana Maria Campoy, Christi Cruz, Yadira Duarte, Alyssa Keene, Stephanie Kim-Bryan, Sneha Krishnan, Duygu Erdo?an Monson, Meenakshi Rishi, Meg Savlov, Naho Shioya, and Amber Wolfe.

Mirror Stage Examines Race and Gender in 11th Season of FEED YOUR MIND, Starting Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Oct 24, 2015


Sponsored in part by 4Culture, the 2015-16 season of Mirror Stage's popular FEED YOUR MIND staged reading series traces a path from Jamestown, Virginia in 1676 to Hampton, Virginia in 1945, with a detour through Hades and Ancient Greece, exploring questions of racial and gender equity.

Mirror Stage Examines Race and Gender in 11th Season of FEED YOUR MIND, Starting This October
by BWW News Desk - Aug 31, 2015


Sponsored in part by 4Culture, the 2015-16 season of Mirror Stage's popular FEED YOUR MIND staged reading series traces a path from Jamestown, Virginia in 1676 to Hampton, Virginia in 1945, with a detour through Hades and Ancient Greece, exploring questions of racial and gender equity.

Darren Aronofsky Developing Series Based on Margaret Atwood's MADDADDAM Trilogy for HBO
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 4, 2014


According to Deadline, HBO is moving forward with a TV adaptation of Margaret Atwood's science fiction series MADDADDAM, with Oscar-nominated director Darren Aronofsky set to executive produce via Protozoa Pictures. Aronofsky is also considering directing.

Margaret Atwood Celebrates Latest Novel MADDADDAM at Montreal's Rialto Theatre Today
by BWW News Desk - Dec 4, 2013


To celebrate the publication of her latest novel MaddAddam - the final book in her critically acclaimed and best-selling Dystopian trilogy that began with Oryx & Crake (2003) and The Year of the Flood (2009) - Librairie Drawn & Quarterly and the McGill Institute for the Study of Canada are extremely proud to present a reading, Q&A and on-stage discussion with celebrated author Margaret Atwood at the Rialto Theatre tonight, December 4th at 7:30pm (doors open at 6:30pm).

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