Events & Festival

Pick Your Pleasure

We bring you unforgettable performances in a variety of ways.

Discover emerging artists while you savour a delicious dinner, or munch on brunch while enjoying the arts in the afternoon. With our variety of shows, experiences, and festivals, you’re sure to find something that strikes a chord.

Shows

A World of Stories to Discover

Behind these limelights, Canada’s up-and-coming artists ignite the stage with lively performances that explore a vast range of genres.

Seasonal Shows

March 5th-9th, 2025
“Once upon a time, there was a little ogre named Shrek….” And thus begins the tale of an unlikely hero who finds himself on a life-changing journey alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a feisty princess who resists her rescue. Throw in a short-tempered bad guy, a cookie with an attitude and over a dozen other fairy tale misfits, and you’ve got the kind of mess that calls for a real hero. Luckily, there’s one on hand… and his name is Shrek.

Festival Shows

June 20th – 27th, 2025
An uproarious update of Hans Christian Andersen’s “The Princess and the Pea,” Once Upon A Mattress sets an unapologetic free spirit loose in a repressed kingdom, reveling in Winnifred’s ability to charm and transform with willpower, honesty, and a little bit of help from her friends.
June 28th & 29th
Between the Lines is the new musical based on the novel by international bestselling author Jodi Picoult & Samantha van Leer, featuring a book by Picoult and Timothy Allen McDonald (Roald Dahl’s James and the Giant Peach, The Big One-Oh!) and score by Elyssa Samsel & Kate Anderson (Apple TV+’s “Central Park”). Between the Lines is an empowering and enchanting story for anyone who has struggled to find their place in the world. An outsider in a new town and a new school, Delilah seeks comfort in the pages of her favorite book, where she feels heard and understood by the handsome Prince Oliver. But as the lines between fantasy and reality begin to blur in extraordinary ways, Delilah realizes her dreams in the real world are worth fighting for.
June 21st – 27th, 2025
A not-so-pure Maiden is sent to marry a not-so-manly Lord, who is advised by a not-so-celibate Priest, and protected by a not-so-insensitive Thug in an England ruled by a King who won’t get out of bed. A bold new operatic work with libretto by Darrin Hagen & composed by Leslie Uyeda
Celebrating 25 Years

Silence

Nothing you do matters, the world keeps getting worse…or does it? Silence irreverently rejects this defeatist attitude. Instead, offering us one of agency and hope. This searing satire grapples with today’s issues from gender, to patriarchy, social roles, and religion. Written over 20 years ago, this play has only grown in relevance. Celebrate our 25th year by helping to fund this newly commissioned operatic version of Silence.
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Plan a Date—No Need to Ad Lib

With our often intimate venues, tickets can disappear quickly. While you’re here, why not book your tickets and start looking forward to your next night out!

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2023 Festival Lineup

Experience opera and musical theatre that explore the richness of artistic performance. The Melody Lingers On, Mansfield Park, Flight, and A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder.

Dinner Cabaret

Step into our city’s favourite restaurants for an evening of culture and cuisine. Top chef’s serve you several courses while talented emerging artists serenade you. Satiate your senses.

Music & Mimosas

Find out how brunch could become even better. Enjoy delicious food, bubbly drinks, and invigorating performances. The perfect recipe for a refreshing weekend experience.