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Photos: & JULIET Canadian Production at Royal Alexandra Theatre
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2025
You can now get a first look at production photography for the new Canadian production of  & Juliet. The musical has returned to Toronto in a brand new Canadian production.
Video: Divine Brown Is Reimagining the Holidays
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - December 09, 2025
If you are in the Toronto area on December 21, celebrate the holiday season with host Darryn de Souza and the sensational Divine Brown as they blend timeless hits with festive holiday favourites. Brampton On Stage will present Re-Imagined: A Holiday Affair, featuring lush harmonies, jazzy rhythms, and heartwarming holiday spirit. Watch in this video.
A CHRISTMAS CAROL Returns To The Campbell House Museum
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2025
The Three Ships Collective will revive its immersive production of A Christmas Carol at Toronto’s Campbell House Museum, offering audiences a site-specific theatrical journey through Ebenezer Scrooge’s world.
Bad Hats Theatre’s NARNIA Extends Run At Crow’s Theatre And Soulpepper Due To Audience Demand
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2025
Bad Hats Theatre’s NARNIA will extend its run at Crow’s Theatre in association with Soulpepper Theatre. The adaptation of C.S. Lewis’ story features an actor-musician ensemble and a new score. The production continues as the centrepiece of Soulpepper’s holiday offerings.
Trixie Mattel & Katya Set 'The Bald and The Beautiful Live' Podcast Tour Dates
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2025
Drag superstars Trixie Mattel and Katya Zamolodchikova have announced a 2026 run of dates supporting their award-winning podcast The Bald and The Beautiful.
COC's THE BARBER OF SEVILLE to be Presented at the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2025
The Barber of Seville is an ideal introduction to the opera-going experience. The Barber of Seville runs for eight performances at the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts. Learn more!
Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Toronto Awards; Leads Favorite Theatre!
by BWW Awards - December 08, 2025
The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Toronto Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
COCKTAILS & CANDY CANES Holiday Concert Will Benefit The AFC
by BWW News Desk - December 08, 2025
Toronto Musical Concerts has announced the return of Cocktails & Candy Canes, a festive evening of live performance where every ticket directly supports The AFC and its mission to help Canada’s entertainment workers stay healthy, housed, and able to work. 
Toronto Raptors Scottie Barnes And Jamal Shead Debut As Cannon Dolls In THE NUTCRACKER
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2025
The National Ballet of Canada has announced the lineup of guest Cannon Dolls for the 2025 run of The Nutcracker, including Toronto Raptors Scottie Barnes and Jamal Shead, who will make their debuts on December 19.
Lisa Nasson's MISCHIEF to Have World Premiere at Tarragon Theatre This January
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2025
Tarragon Theatre will present the World Premiere of Mischief, A Tarragon Theatre, Native Earth Performing Arts & Neptune Theatre Co-Production. Dramatic comedy, Mischief, is written by Lisa Nasson and directed by Mike Payette.
BAT OUT OF HELL Returns To Toronto's CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre Next Spring
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2025
The hit musical Bat Out Of Hell – The Musical will return to Toronto's CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre next spring!  Bat Out Of Hell – The Musical will play three performances only.
Cast and Creative Team Set For January's MAKE BANANA CRY At Buddies In Bad Times
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2025
On stage for a limited run at Buddies in Bad Times Theatre this January is the Toronto premiere of Make Banana Cry, a merging of runway aesthetics with contemporary performance and dance, created by choreographers Andrew Tay and Stephen Thompson.
RIGOLETTO Returns to the Canadian Opera Company in Winter 2026
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2025
The Canadian Opera Company will bring Verdi’s RIGOLETTO back to the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts this winter. The production will feature baritone Quinn Kelsey in the title role, conducted by COC Music Director Johannes Debus.
Massey Hall to Present Adrian Sutherland at Allied Music Centre Theatre
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2025
Massey Hall will present roots-rocker-with-heart Adrian Sutherland at Allied Music Centre Theatre. Adrian Sutherland hails from the remote village of Attawapiskat in Ontario's Far North.
Mirvish Productions to Dim the Marquee Lights of its Theatres in Honour of Sir Tom Stoppard
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2025
To honour the life and work of playwright Tom Stoppard, who died at the age of 88, Mirvish Productions will dim the marquee lights of all four of its theatres in Toronto.
Ravi Jain Wins The 2025 Siminovitch Prize / Ravi Jain Remporte Le Prix Siminovitch 2025
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2025
 Acclaimed Toronto-based theatre creator Ravi Jain, known for his boundary-breaking, globally recognized body of work, has been named the 2025 Siminovitch Prize Laureate, Canada’s top theatre honour.
First Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Toronto Awards; SOMETHING ROTTEN! Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - December 01, 2025
The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Toronto Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
S’Aida To Play Massey Hall In June 2026
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2025
Massey Hall will present the return of acclaimed Americana roots soul singer-songwriter Shakura S’Aida to TD Music Hall on Friday, June 19, 2026, featuring special guest, Celeigh Cardinal.
The Lightfoot Band Comes to Massey Hall Next Year
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2025
Massey Hall will present the The Lightfoot Band performing the songs of Gordon Lightfoot next year. Learn more about the upcoming performance and how to get tickets here!
Review: THE SOUND OF MUSIC is Delighting Mirvish Audiences of all ages
by Lauren Gienow - November 29, 2025
The Broadway National Tour of the beloved Rodgers & Hammerstein musical, THE SOUND OF MUSIC has arrived in Toronto this holiday season and it is the perfect excursion for the entire family.
Video: Disney’s FROZEN At Grand Theatre
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2025
The Grand Theatre has released video highlights of its upcoming holiday production of Disney’s Frozen, directed by Artistic Director Rachel Peake. The production will run through January 4, 2026, on the Spriet Stage.
Theatre Burlington To Present PINOCCHIO For Its Annual Family Show
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2025
Theatre Burlington will present its annual family production with a new staging of PINOCCHIO, adapted by local playwright Vic Hyde. The one-hour show, co-written and directed by Burlington artist Tyler Collins, will run from November 29 through December 14.
Hailey Gillis to Re-Team With Brendan Healy For A DOLL'S HOUSE at ​​​​​​​Canadian Stage
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2025
Canadian Stage will ring in the new year with Artistic Director Brendan Healy's bold, razor-sharp reinvention of one of theatre's most explosive classics; A Doll's House.
SEX DALMATIAN'S HOT HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR is Coming to Ada Slaight Hall
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2025
This holiday season will welcome the world premiere of a new grown-up festive tradition as Sex Dalmatian's Hot Holiday Spectacular takes to Ada Slaight Hall.
Isabel Monk Cade Brings MY WAY [THE MORNING-AFTER PILL, A RETROSPECTIVE] In December
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2025
After two sold-out lab runs in New York City, Isabel Monk Cade comes to Toronto with a limited engagement lab performance of her acclaimed solo show, MY WAY [The morning-after pill, a retrospective], playing December 20th at The Burdock Music Hall.

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THE LAST FIVE YEARS in Toronto THE LAST FIVE YEARS
The Terminal Theatre (1/20 - 1/25) Tracker
A Doll’s House in Toronto A Doll’s House
Canadian Stage (1/17 - 2/1) Tracker
Re-Imagined in Toronto Re-Imagined
The Rose Brampton (12/21 - 12/21) Tracker
Seussical the Musical in Toronto Seussical the Musical
Wychwood Theatre (11/29 - 1/11)
BOOM X in Toronto BOOM X
Theatre Aquarius (1/21 - 2/7)
BUG by Tracy Letts in Toronto BUG by Tracy Letts
The King Black Box (11/28 - 12/14)
Robin Hood: A Very Merry Family Musical in Toronto Robin Hood: A Very Merry Family Musical
Canadian Stage (11/27 - 1/4)
THE PROM in Toronto THE PROM
Meadowvale Theatre (3/13 - 3/22)
Swan Lake: International Ballet Stars in Missassauga, ON! On February 05, 2026 in Toronto Swan Lake: International Ballet Stars in Missassauga, ON! On February 05, 2026
Living Arts Centre (2/5 - 2/5)
Dirty Dancing In Concert in Toronto Dirty Dancing In Concert
Meridian Hall (4/2 - 4/2)
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