Search for the next iconic Billy Elliot begins for Regina production
Seventeen young dancers are in Regina hoping to land the role of a lifetime as Billy in the award-winning Broadway musical Billy Elliot. Continue reading
Theatre
Edmonton theatre production puts musicians in the leading role with Ring of Fire at the Citadel
By Margeaux Maron Community Reporter
The five person ensemble acts, sings, and plays their way through over two dozen Johnny Cash hits. Continue reading
Protest to be held at ‘Unplanned’ Friday night showing in London
The film’s stance on abortion has spurred controversy nationwide and London is no exception. Continue reading
Regina’s Globe Theatre artistic director prepares to take final bow
By Katelyn Wilson Reporter
After more than two decades steering the ship as artistic director at Regina’s Globe Theatre, Ruth Smillie is preparing to take her final bow. Continue reading
Stratford Festival honoured as national historic event
According to officials, more than 700 performances take place at the festival from May to October, attracting more than 500,000 attendees every year. Continue reading
Halifax council to provide $250K over next 2 years for Bus Stop Theatre
By Jesse Thomas Digital Broadcast Journalist
“This falls short of what need to make an outright purchase but it’s enough to help us leverage some support and to help make a solid down payment and secure the property before the sale.” Continue reading
London Fringe Festival gets underway for its 20th anniversary
The festival brings with it a plethora of live performance, including theatre, visual art, dance and music. Continue reading
Bus Stop Theatre makes financial plea to Halifax council in bid to keep doors open
By Jesse Thomas Digital Broadcast Journalist
The Bus Stop Theatre is asking Halifax regional council for $750,000 in financial assistance to purchase the building in which the theatre co-operative is housed. Continue reading
Michael Moore promises political commentary, provocative discussion with Ontario tour
Michael Moore will hit Niagara Falls, London, and Toronto in late September. Continue reading
The show must go on: vandalism doesn’t stop Saskatoon high school musical
Tommy Douglas Collegiate’s theatre production has been relocated to Centennial Collegiate after an act of vandalism. Continue reading