Dear friends: No one could have expected what 2020 would bring. The Theatre Centre team certainly had our moments of confusion, shock, and grief; but somehow also joy and a lot of laughter. Looking back, we are feeling proud and … Continue reading
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Digital Residency Showings: A Series
It’s been a wild year. Nothing is as it was and we can’t stop now. Join us for The Theatre Centre’s first-ever Digital Residency Showings: A Series. From December 14–17, pop into the Zoom room from 5:30–7PM EST and see … Continue reading
The Patrick Conner Award
We are thrilled to announce that the 2020 recipient of the Patrick Conner award is Njo Kong Kie! A ping pong and picnic enthusiast, Kong Kie is also a composer, a pianist, a music theatre creator, and a well-loved member … Continue reading
Help us invent the future
As a company dedicated to the development of artists and ideas, we know that countless hours (and often years) go into the art long before opening night. Covid-19 has impacted performances but it’s also given us an opportunity to invest … Continue reading
Invent the Future 20/21
Toronto, Tuesday, September 15, 2020 — This year, The Theatre Centre is embarking on what may be the most ambitious year of creation in its history. They will be supporting an unprecedented 16 projects led by 20 artists; creating two … Continue reading
Protected: 20/21
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Alone Together: Jani Lauzon
This week, Alone Together is written by the incredible multidisciplinary artist Jani Lauzon. We are fortunate to have worked with Jani for a number of years on the development and creation of Prophecy Fog. This meditative, solo show (co-produced by … Continue reading
Liza Paul named Associate Artistic Director of The Theatre Centre!
We are beyond thrilled to announce that Liza Paul has been promoted to the role of Associate Artistic Director at The Theatre Centre! Anyone who has ever met or worked with Liza will understand why we are so happy—we think … Continue reading
Protected: LARGELY FOR HOPE/JOY or: How (and why) we hosted a broadcast of live music from the theatre during a pandemic.
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Alone Together and a Sad Farewell
Today we are bidding a sad farewell to our wonderful Box Office & Front of House Manager, Andrea Healy. When we talk about “the organization,” we are talking about the humans that dedicate themselves to the work of The Theatre … Continue reading
LARGELY FOR HOPE/JOY or: How (and why) we hosted a broadcast of live music from the theatre during a pandemic.
By: The Theatre Centre staff team On June 13, 2020, spiderwebshow presented an intimate and evocative performance by JUNO Award winning singer-songwriter iskwē | ᐃᐢᑫᐧᐤ at FOLDA. We were honoured and excited to host the livestreamed performance which marked the … Continue reading
Creating Justice Together: Defund the Police!
“When some people hear defund the police, because of years of indoctrination and propaganda they hear ‘take away my safety and security’ and that’s not at all what we’re saying. In fact, what we’re saying is that for Black communities … Continue reading