Two polaroid photos - one showing watercolour paints and the other showing people walking down a spiral staircase - and several cards with text quotes sit on top of a green background with pink ribbon. Type reads: May 10th, 1771: I am so happy my dearest, so fully absorbed in the feeling of this calm presence, that my art is suffering. I couldn't draw now, not one stroke, and yet I have never been a greater painter than in these moments. The Sorrows of Young Werther by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe.
Two polaroid photos - one showing watercolour paints and the other showing people walking down a spiral staircase - and several cards with text quotes sit on top of a green background with pink ribbon. Type reads: May 10th, 1771: I am so happy my dearest, so fully absorbed in the feeling of this calm presence, that my art is suffering. I couldn't draw now, not one stroke, and yet I have never been a greater painter than in these moments. The Sorrows of Young Werther by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe.

Performance Performance

Goblin:Macbeth

PAST EVENT: EXTENDED to Sun, Nov. 3, 2024: Tarragon Theatre presents Spontaneous Theatre’s Goblin:Macbeth. When three Goblins come across a copy of the Complete Works of William Shakespeare, they’re eager to take over a theatre & take a stab at Macbeth. Combining the script with improv & audience participation, you’ve never seen it like this. For audiences 15+.

Sankofa: The Soldier’s Tale Retold

PAST EVENT: From Thu, Oct. 24 – Sun, Oct. 27, 2024: Art of Time Ensemble presents their final production, the world premiere of Sankofa: A Soldier’s Tale Retold at the Harbourfront Centre Theatre. A reimagining of Igor Stravinsky’s 1918 theatrical work L'Histoire du Soldat, this production revisits the story from today’s perspective, in a theatrical piece incorporating newly written poetic dialogue, accompanied by Stravinsky’s music, performed live. For audiences 13+.

Comedy is Art. Festival 2024

PAST EVENT: Five nights only, from Tue, Oct. 22 – Sat, Oct. 26, 2024: The Theatre Centre presents its annual Comedy is Art. Festival. This year’s programming includes nine shows & 50+ artists from all over, featuring stand-up & sketch comedy, improv, music + free industry panels & an improv class. For audiences 18+, unless otherwise noted. Mature content.

INTERSTELLAR 10 Organ Concert Tour

PAST EVENT: One night only - Sat, Oct. 19, 2024: The Royal Canadian College of Organists presents the INTERSTELLAR 10 Organ Concert Tour at Metropolitan United Church, featuring Roger Sayer, organ soloist on the Academy Award-nominated soundtrack to Christopher Nolan's sci-fi blockbuster Interstellar. For music enthusiasts & fans of epic space-themed film scores.

Buddies in Bad Times presents: Roberto Zucco

PAST EVENT: From Sun, Sep. 15 – Sat, Oct. 5, 2024: Buddies in Bad Times Theatre brings the suspense of film noir to the stage, opening its 2024/25 season with Bernard-Marie Koltès’ Roberto Zucco, translated by Martin Crimp & directed by Artistic Director ted witzel. In 1980s Europe, a charming antihero struggles with the urge to kill. For audiences 16+.

Philadelphia Fringe Festival 2024

PAST EVENT: From Thu, Sep. 5 – Sun, Sep. 29, 2024: The Philadelphia Fringe returns with its annual festival of theatre & performance works. The Festival features in-person & digital events, with 1,000+ performances at 105 venues from international, national & local artists, including comedy, drama, cabaret, storytelling, theatre for young audiences, circus performance, dance & more.

CORPUS presents: Mukashi, Mukashi

PAST EVENTS: From Tue, Sep. 24 – Sun, Sep. 29, 2024: CORPUS presents the North American premiere of Mukashi, Mukashi (Once upon a time) at The Theatre Centre. Speaking to children & adults alike, the story blends the poetic & intriguing world of Japanese folk tales with the dark & comedic undertones of Western fairy tales – where Wolf meets Crane with a playful twist & cross-cultural sensibility. Presented in English & Japanese with English surtitles. For audiences age 6+.

Many Happy Returns: Immersive & Interactive Show

PAST EVENT: Every Wednesday night until Sep. 25, 2024: Many Happy Returns, a new 90-minute group-based immersive & interactive experience set during New Year’s Eve 1924, running at Coffee Oysters Champagne. This unique performance event will appeal to anyone who loves the décor, clothing, slang & tomfoolery of the roaring 20s, plus scavenger hunts! For audiences 16+.

Orlando Out Fest 2024

PAST EVENT: From Fri, Sep. 20 – Sun, Sep. 22, 2024: The Orlando Fringe presents its inaugural Orlando Out Fest, a curated performance festival celebrating exclusively LGBTQIA stories, artists & history. Audiences can get a taste of the festival lineup with a preview teaser show on Thu, Sep. 19, followed by seven shows performed over three days, featuring cabaret, drag, improv, a variety show, drama & theatre for young audiences, including puppets.

Tiger Princess Dance Projects: All That Is Between

PAST EVENT: Four performances only: Thu, Sep. 12 – Sat, Sep. 14, 2024: tiger princess dance projects presents All That Is Between at Aki Studio. Created by the multi-award-winning Yvonne Ng & featuring a remarkable ensemble of Canadian dancers, it’s an evocative dance piece that explores the intricate dynamics of collective identity & the experience of isolation. All ages.

The Great Fire: An Immersive Audio Drama Experience

PAST EVENT: Thu, Jul. 25 - Sat, Sep. 14, 2024: Necessary Angel Theatre Company presents The Great Fire as part of the Stratford Festival’s Forum Performances at the Tom Patterson Theatre. Written by Roland Schimmelpfennig & translated by David Tushingham, audiences will experience this five-part audio drama in an intimate & immersive environment. Limited seating of 12 for each performance. For audiences 16+.

RAP SHEETS: Hip Hop & R&B Trivia Night

PAST EVENT: One night only – Mon, Sep. 9, 2024: The Theatre Centre hosts RAP SHEETS: Hip Hop & R&B Trivia Night. Come solo or create a duet or crew of up to five members and get ready to show off your skills. This event is for hip hop and R&B enthusiasts interested in testing their knowledge of these genres in a fun, accessible and inclusive trivia format! For adults 18+.