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BANNER 2- WORD! SOUND! pOWAH! - 4
Dec 13, 2025 -
Dec 14, 2025
BMO Incubator
group photo of our Residency artists!
Dec 16, 2025 -
Dec 16, 2025
Franco Boni Theatre
Lightbox - Michael Torontow
Jan 15, 2026 -
Feb 1, 2026
Franco Boni Theatre

The Theatre Centre is thrilled to announce its first slate of new Residency Artists since 2020. From 150 applications to this competitive program, five projects conceived by eight artists were selected to join Residency: Ann-Marie MacDonald and Alisa Palmer, Brandon Hackett and Jonathan Langdon, Philip Geller, Gregory Prest, and Jennifer Goodwin.

We’re part of The Theatre Centre, but we are also our own thing. A workspace, a coffee shop, a bar, a performance space, a gathering place. Coffee, cocktails, delicious treats, and free wifi—spend an hour or the whole day. This place is for you.

news

Lindy smiling at the naming event to close the capital campaign

In Fond Remembrance of Lindy Cowan

From Artistic Director Aislinn Rose “We, and the artists and community who have found a home at 1115 Queen Street West, shall be forever grateful. Thank you Lindy.” Lindy Cowan and
Raymond Biesinger at his booth of posters and artwork

City of Craft – Artist Spotlights!

City of Craft, photo by Jae Yang Toronto’s favourite market for handmade gifts is right around the corner! City of Craft was co-founded in 2007 by Jen Anisef, Leah Buckareff
collage of all the residency artists: Jonathan langdon, brandon hackett, jenn goodwin, alisa palmer, anne-marie macdonald, philip geller, gregory prest, danjelani ellis, stewart legere, adam lazarus, brandon ash mohammed, pj prudat, dbi young's watah theatre, nehal el-hadi

Announcing new Residency Artists!

The Theatre Centre is thrilled to announce its first slate of new Residency Artists since 2020. From 150 applications to this competitive program, five projects conceived by eight artists were selected to join Residency

our community

“The freedom and the emphasis on process over product are freeing and low pressure and it leaves room to be creative in a way I’ve never experienced before.”
Brandon Ash-Mohammed
Comedian-in-Residency
“The Theatre Centre’s programs allow artists like me to take major risks. It is an essential bridge between the artistic community and the audiences who seek to experience experimental and deeply personal works.”
Hannah Moscovitch
Residency Alum
“Working in the Incubator space these past two weeks was transformative... Being hosted at The Theatre Centre made us feel held, safe, and included...Your support and trust literally made our workshop possible.”
Jill Connell
★★★★★
“Great coffee house. Great coffee. Great theatre. Great staff. Really gives you the vibe of an amazing city! Love it! Also their coffee reward system is awesome. After 5 coffees you get one free, after 10 coffees you get a free theatre ticket!”
Debbie Roopnarain

where we are

The Theatre Centre resides on stolen land in Tkaronto — a gathering place that has been home to the Anishinaabe, including the Mississaugas of the Credit; the Haudenosaunee; and the Wendat since time immemorial. We offer our gratitude to all past, present, and future generations of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples that care for Turtle Island. Tkaronto is covered by the Dish With One Spoon Wampum, an agreement forged between the Anishinaabe Nation and the Haudenosaunee Confederacy to peaceably share resources; and Treaty 13, an alleged agreement between settlers and the Mississaugas of the Credit.

Like many arts organizations, The Theatre Centre has directly benefited from settler-colonialism throughout its past to the present day. By making our home in Tkaronto, we take on a role that comes with responsibilities to the land and its stewards. We are committed to using our voice and platform to support those already doing the work, but we know we still have a long way to go.