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Saturday 26, May 2012
Comedy
Absolute Comedy presents Jim Colliton, Matt Watson, Aaron Power and host Mike Dambra. Opens May 24 and runs to May 27. $10-$15. 2335 Yonge. 416-486-7700, absolutecomedy.ca.
The 'C' Bomb Variety Hour Moniquea Marion presents a comedic variety show. Jan 14 8 pm, May 26 8 pm. $5. Comedy Bar, 945 Bloor W. comedybar.ca.
Comedy LoungeLambadina presents Jean Paul, Jill Knight, Paul Thompson, host Kris Bonaparte and others. May 26 8:30 pm. $10-$15. 875 Bloor W. comedylounge.ca.
I'm Not Crying In The Bathroom, I'm Crying In The Supply Closet LadyBusiness presents a full-length sketch show with Deborah Ring, Alexandra Hurley and Laura Bonang. Opens May 26 and runs to May 27. $10. John Candy Box Theatre, 70 Peter. ladybusinesssketch.com.
Live Wrong And ProsperSecond City presents its latest revue of sketches, songs and improvisations. Wed-Sat 8 pm, plus Fri & Sat 10:30 pm, Sun 7 pm. $24-$29, stu $15. 51 Mercer. 416-343-0011, secondcity.com. NNNN (Glenn Sumi)
Sh'long 6: Keep Calm And Carry Sh'longBlack Swan presents short- and long-form improv w/ Dan Hershfield, Andie Leathley, Gord Oxley, Carolyn Williamson and others. May 26 10 pm. Pwyc. 2nd floor, 154 Danforth. 416-469-0537, blackswancomedy.com.
Simon King – Unfamous For One Night Only Empire Comedy Live presents the Vancouver comic in a live show. May 26 10 pm. $15. Comedy Bar, 945 Bloor W. 416-551-6540, empirecomedylive.com.
Smash Hit Opening Night Theatre presents a weekly improvised musical. Sat 7:30 pm. Pwyc. Augusta House, 152 Augusta. openingnighttheatre.com.
Theatresports Bad Dog Theatre presents unscripted comedy battles. Undercard warm-up event at 7 pm, main event at 8 pm. Sat. $12, stu $10 (for one or both shows). Comedy Bar, 945 Bloor W. 416-491-3115, baddogtheatre.com.
Yuk Yuk's Downtown presents Gilson Lubin. Opens May 23 and runs to May 26. $12-$20. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Yuk Yuk's West presents Kristeen Von Hagen. Apr 8-9, Opens May 26. $20. 5165 Dixie. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Dance
Arena Harbourfront Centre NextSteps and Canadian Contemporary Dance Theatre present six contemporary dance works including works by Colin Connor, Sylvie Bouchard, Carol Anderson and Deborah Lundmark. May 25-26. $25-$38, stu/srs $22.50-$35. Fleck Dance Theatre, 207 Queens Quay W. 416-973-4000, ccdt.org.
Doors Open: National Ballet Tour The National Ballet of Canada presents tours of the facility where its sets are made. May 26-27. Free. Gretchen Ross Production Centre, 155 Nantucket Blvd. national.ballet.ca.
Experiments: Where Logic And Motion Collide LINK Dance Foundation, DanceWorks and the Subtle Technologies Festival present a collaboration between ecologists and dancers to probe connections between science and art. May 25-26 at 8 pm. $25, stu $15. Winchester Street Theatre, 80 Winchester. subtletechnologies.com.
Ghosts Of Violence Atlantic Ballet Theatre of Canada presents a full-length ballet by choreographer Igor Dobrovolskiy about domestic homicide and its victims. May 26 at 7:30 pm. $29-$99. Bluma Appel Theatre, 27 Front E. 416-366-7723, atlanticballet.ca.
Noor Spring ConcertNoor Cultural Centre presents dance and music from the Indian subcontinent. May 26 at 7:30 pm. $25, child $10. 123 Wynford. 416-444-7148, noorculturalcentre.ca.
Spring Showcase 2012 Canada's National Ballet School presents students performing classical and contemporary works. May 24-26. $50, stu/srs $25. Betty Oliphant Theatre, 404 Jarvis. 416-964-5148, nbs-enb.ca.
Theatre
Aer Time (Femmes du Feu/Zero Gravity Circus). This workshop performance series features new works by aerial artists including Jen Roy, Mark Segal, Kirsten Edwards and others. May 26 at 2 pm. $10. Centre of Gravity West, south entrance, 213 Sterling, suite 100. hollytreddenick@gmail.com.
Apprentice To Murder (Mysteriously Yours... Dinner Theatre). This dinner-theatre whodunit features corporate back-stabbing and boardroom intrigue. Opens Apr 20 and runs to Sep 15. $66-$71. 2026 Yonge. 416-486-7469, mysteriouslyyours.com.
Autogeddon by Heathcote Williams (Pandemic Theatre/Happy Trails Productions). An alien visitor observes the behaviour of humans and their cars. Opens May 17 and runs to May 27. $15-$25, May 20 pwyc. Dancemakers Centre for Creation, 55 Mill, bldg 58, studio 313. pandemictheatre.eventbrite.ca.
Bring It On: The Musical by Jeff Whitty, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Tom Kitt and Amanda Green (Mirvish). This musical comedy looks at high school rivalries and friendship in the world of competitive cheerleading. Opens May 2 and runs to Jun 3. $35-$130, rush $25. Ed Mirvish Theatre, 244 Victoria. mirvish.com. NNNN (Glenn Sumi)
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Dear World by Jerry Herman, Jerome Lawrence and Robert E Lee (Civic Light Opera Company). An eccentric old lady stands up to a corporation and saves the world in this musical. Opens May 23 and runs to Jun 9. $28. Fairview Library Theatre, 35 Fairview Mall. 416-755-1717, musictheatretoronto.com.
Dirt (Soulpepper). In this collective creation, the Academy uses urban stories, movement and multimedia to explores dirt in literal and figurative terms. Previews May 18-22. Opens May 23 and runs to May 26. $20. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Green Door Cabaret Series (Lower Ossington Theatre). This series features cabaret performances by various artists. Opens May 11 and runs to Jun 9. $20-$30. 100A Ossington. lowerossingtontheatre.com/cabaret.
Home by David Storey (Soulpepper). The social interaction between five characters reveals their desire to belong and maintain human contact. Previews May 8-16. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 20. $51-$68, stu $32; rush $22/stu $5. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca.
Huit Femmes by François Ozon (Les Indisciplinés de Toronto). Eight women try to figure out who murdered a man in this adaptation of the French film. May 24-27. $15, stu $10. Ecole Gabrielle-Roy, Auditorium, 14 Pembroke. lesindisciplinesdetoronto.ca.
The Hunger (Uncanny House). This multidisciplinary performance installation is based on the fairy tale Hansel And Gretel and explores themes of escapism and consumption. Opens May 24 and runs to May 27. $15-$20 Thu and Sun mat pwyc (partial proceeds to the West End Food Co-op). Pia Bouman School for Ballet, Studio Theatre, 6 Noble. thehunger.me.
The Hypochondriac by Molière (East Side Players). A man is obsessed with his imaginary ailments in this classic farce. Opens May 24 and runs to Jun 9. $20, stu $15. Papermill Theatre, 67 Pottery. 416-425-0917, eastsideplayers.ca.
Islands by Graham Porter (draft89 theatre collective). In 2512, the survivors of a nuclear cataclysm try to keep civilization going in this play about the clash between utopia and human nature. Previews May 16. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 2. $30. Theatre Centre, 1087 Queen W. 416-538-0988, draft89.com.
Kim's Convenience by Ins Choi (Soulpepper). A Korean family in Toronto struggles with a bitter past and reconciliation. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 9. $22-$68. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca. NNNNN (Glenn Sumi)
Lost In Yonkers by Neil Simon (Harold Green Jewish Theatre). Marion Ross stars in Simon's play about two boys who must live with their harsh grandmother. Previews May 12-16. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 10. $42.50-$79.50. Jane Mallett Theatre, 27 Front E. 416-366-7723, hgjewishtheatre.com.
Luba, Simply Luba by Diane Flacks, Luba Goy and Andrey Tarasiuk (Pleiades Theatre/Red Boots Canada). Actor/comic Goy shares her own story of growing up in a Ukrainian immigrant family and finding radio and TV success. Previews May 7-8. Opens May 9 and runs to May 26. $33. Berkeley Street Theatre, 26 Berkeley. 416-368-3110, canadianstage.com. NNN (Debbie Fein-Goldbach)
MacHomer by Rick Miller (Stratford Festival/WYRD Production). Miller voices characters from TV's The Simpson's in this solo comedic adaptation of Macbeth. Previews May 2-4. Opens May 5 and runs in rep to May 26. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Nunsense II by Dan Goggin (Thousand Islands Playhouse). Success brings trouble for a group of singing nuns in this musical comedy. Previews May 11. Opens May 12 and runs to Jun 16. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Odysseo (Cavalia). Theatre artists and horses create a spectacle combining equestrian arts, stage arts and special effects. Opens May 15 and runs to Jun 17. $29.50-$119.50. White Big Top, 324 Cherry. 1-866-999-8111, cavalia.net.
Panamerican Routes/Rutas Panamericanas (Aluna Theatre). This festival of theatre for human rights features multidisciplinary works by Canadian and Latin American artists, including dance-theatre piece Urban Odyssey by Loco 7, Parting Memories by Violeta Luna, Carmen Aguirre's Blue Box and more. Opens May 15 and runs to May 27. $15-$30, festival pass $100. Theatre Passe Muraille, 16 Ryerson. 416-504-7529, alunatheatre.ca.
Paul & Marie by Roberto Angelini (Two Snakes Productions). A couple risk their secure life to pursue fulfilling careers in the arts. Opens May 24 and runs to Jun 2. $25. George Ignatieff Theatre, 15 Devonshire. twosnakesproductions.com.
Pieces by Sarah Illiatovitch-Goldman (Cue6 Productions). The show's script sequence is randomly drawn before each performance in this play about sex and betrayal. Opens May 24 and runs to Jun 9. $20-$30. Unit 102 Theatre, 376 Dufferin. cue6.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Queer Sisters: Berenice Abbott And Elsa Von Freytag-Loringhoven (Ryerson Modern Literature and Culture Research Centre). This salon performance features multimedia dance and poetry. May 26 at 5 pm. Free. Rm GER 354, 111 Gerrard E. 416-979-5000 ext 7668, ryerson.ca/mlc.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Real World? by Michel Tremblay (Tarragon Theatre). A playwright draws on his family as the raw material for his first work. Previews Apr 24-May 1. Opens May 2 and runs to Jun 3. $21-$51. 30 Bridgman. 416-531-1827, tarragontheatre.com. NNNN (Jon Kaplan)
Rehearsal Hall (Fresh Herbs at Tarragon). This mini-festival of creations by member of the Young Players Unit and other youth-oriented programs features 10-minute plays, a staged reading and a public panel. May 25-27. Pwyc. Tarragon Theatre, Near Studio, 30 Bridgman. 416-531-1827, tarragontheatre.com.
Rent by Johnathan Larson (Theatre Sheridan). New York artists struggle to make ends meet in the shadow of the AIDS epidemic in this musical. Previews May 15. Opens May 16 and runs to Jun 3. $40-$60, stu rush $25. Panasonic Theatre, 651 Yonge. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com.
Rent by Jonathan Larson (Toronto Youth Theatre). Artists of NYC's Lower East Side struggle to make ends meet in the shadow of the AIDS epidemic in this musical. Opens May 24 and runs to Jun 16. $45-$60. Lower Ossington Theatre, 100A Ossington. 416-915-6747, lowerossingtontheatre.com.
Semele by GF Handel (Canadian Opera Company). Handel's opera based on the Greek myth about an ill-fated love affair is fused with ancient Chinese myths and legends in this adaptation. Opens May 9 and runs to May 26. $12-$318. Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts, 145 Queen W. 416-363-8231, coc.ca. NNNN (Jon Kaplan)
The Sound Of Music by Richard Rodgers, Oscar Hammerstein, Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse (Drayton Entertainment). An aspiring nun leaves the convent to govern the children of Captain von Trapp in this musical. Opens May 15 and runs to Jun 9. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Stockholm by Bryony Lavery (Seventh Stage Theatre Productions/Nightwood Theatre). Problems arise in a couple's rosy relationship in this play about the lines between love and lust, aggressor and victim. Previews May 11-13. Opens May 15 and runs to Jun 3. $15-$30. Tarragon Theatre, Extra Space, 30 Bridgman. 416-531-1827, seventhstageproductions.com/theatre.
Take Fresh Blooms (Herb Jung). This performance features scenes from Trevi Fountain by Dave Carley, inspired by Jung's paintings. May 25-26. Free. Women's Art Association, 23 Prince Arthur. herbjungstudio.com.
The Turn Of The Screw by Benjamin Britten (Against the Grain Theatre). The 20th-century opera based on Henry James's 1898 ghost story is presented. Opens May 24 and runs to May 27. $40-$60. Helen Gardiner Phelan Playhouse, 79A St George. againstthegraintheatre.com.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
West Side Story by Arthur Laurents, Leonard Bernstein and Stephen Sondheim (Dancap Productions). A young man falls in love with a rival gang member's sister in this musical. Opens May 8 and runs to Jun 3. $51-$180. Toronto Centre for the Arts, 5040 Yonge. 416-644-3665, dancaptickets.com. NNN (Jon Kaplan)
You Can't Take It With You by George S Kaufman and Moss Hart (Soulpepper). An eccentric clan experiences unusual order when their daughter finds a fiancé from a conservative family. Previews Apr 19-25. Opens Apr 26 and runs to Jun 21. $51-$68, stu $32; rush $22/stu $5. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca. NNN (Jon Kaplan)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Sunday 27, May 2012
Comedy
Absolute Comedy presents Jim Colliton, Matt Watson, Aaron Power and host Mike Dambra. Opens May 24 and runs to May 27. $10-$15. 2335 Yonge. 416-486-7700, absolutecomedy.ca.
Chicka Boom Laura Bailey and Jess Beaulieu host an all-female comedy variety night w/ Amanda Day, Evany Rosen, She Said What and more. May 27 8 pm. Pwyc. Free Times Café, 320 College. 416-967-1078.
Comedy Above The Pub – Live!Comedy Bar presents a live recording of the podcast show w/ Lauren Ash, Leslie Seiler and host Todd Van Allen. Opens May 27 8 pm. Pwyc. 945 Bloor W. heyitstva.com.
Comedy At 51 Kyra Williams presents a late-night comedy cabaret w/ Christi Olson, Chris Allin, Craig Fay, Jon Mick, Deadpan Powerpoint and Jim Kim. May 27 10 pm. Pwyc. Second City, 51 Mercer. 416-343-0011.
Happy Hour @ Ein-stein presents Jake Leland, Kenny Molotov, Sean Quinlan, Lauren SanCartier, Akshay Sharma, Matt Shury, host Ian Peet and others. May 27 8 pm. Free. Ein-Stein, 229 College. ein-stein.ca.
I'm Not Crying In The Bathroom, I'm Crying In The Supply Closet LadyBusiness presents a full-length sketch show with Deborah Ring, Alexandra Hurley and Laura Bonang. Opens May 26 and runs to May 27. $10. John Candy Box Theatre, 70 Peter. ladybusinesssketch.com.
Live Wrong And ProsperSecond City presents its latest revue of sketches, songs and improvisations. Wed-Sat 8 pm, plus Fri & Sat 10:30 pm, Sun 7 pm. $24-$29, stu $15. 51 Mercer. 416-343-0011, secondcity.com. NNNN (Glenn Sumi)
Nubian Disciples All Black Comedy RevueYuk Yuk's Downtown presents the monthly show w/ host Kenny Robinson and others. May 27 8:30 pm. $20. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Piece Of Garbage Sex Dungeon: A Night Of Sophisticated Comedy Revel Theatre Collective presents Anacomically Incorrect, Chad Mallet, Lashings of Apologies, Jan Caruana & Rob Baker, Dylan Goes Electric and host Dave Barclay. May 27 8 pm. $5. Unit 102 Theatre, 376 Dufferin. reveltheatre.com.
Sunday Night Live The Sketchersons present weekly sketch w/ guest hosts and musical acts. Sun 9:30 pm. $8. Comedy Bar, 945 Bloor W. thesketchersons.com.
Weight Loss Challenge Comedy ShowComedy Bar presents Dave Paterson, Jason Schlessinger, Jennifer McAuliffe, Michael Jagdeo, Darren Pyle, Blair Streeter and host Rene A Payes. May 27 7 pm. $10. 945 Bloor W. comedybar.ca.
Dance
Dance Through Time Opera Atelier presents the School of Atelier Ballet performing Renaissance, baroque and 19th-century dances as part of Doors Open Toronto. May 27 at 2 pm. Free. St Lawrence Hall, 157 King E. operaatelier.com.
Doors Open: National Ballet Tour The National Ballet of Canada presents tours of the facility where its sets are made. May 26-27. Free. Gretchen Ross Production Centre, 155 Nantucket Blvd. national.ballet.ca.
Theatre
Autogeddon by Heathcote Williams (Pandemic Theatre/Happy Trails Productions). An alien visitor observes the behaviour of humans and their cars. Opens May 17 and runs to May 27. $15-$25, May 20 pwyc. Dancemakers Centre for Creation, 55 Mill, bldg 58, studio 313. pandemictheatre.eventbrite.ca.
Bring It On: The Musical by Jeff Whitty, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Tom Kitt and Amanda Green (Mirvish). This musical comedy looks at high school rivalries and friendship in the world of competitive cheerleading. Opens May 2 and runs to Jun 3. $35-$130, rush $25. Ed Mirvish Theatre, 244 Victoria. mirvish.com. NNNN (Glenn Sumi)
Contes Pour Enfants Pas Sages: 8 Cautionary Entertainments by Christopher Butterfield (Continuum Contemporary Music). Music, voices and projection are used in this staging of Jacques Prévert's darkly themed animal fables. May 27-29. $30, stu/srs $15. 918 Bathurst Centre for Culture & the Arts, 918 Bathurst. 416-924-4945, continuummusic.org.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Dear World by Jerry Herman, Jerome Lawrence and Robert E Lee (Civic Light Opera Company). An eccentric old lady stands up to a corporation and saves the world in this musical. Opens May 23 and runs to Jun 9. $28. Fairview Library Theatre, 35 Fairview Mall. 416-755-1717, musictheatretoronto.com.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Fresh Ideas In Puppetry Evening Cabaret (Puppetmongers Studio). This show features performances by Becky O'Neil, Andrew Young, CLUNK Puppet Lab and others. May 27 at 8 pm. $25. Robert Gill Theatre, 214 College. freshideas2012.eventbrite.ca.
Home by David Storey (Soulpepper). The social interaction between five characters reveals their desire to belong and maintain human contact. Previews May 8-16. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 20. $51-$68, stu $32; rush $22/stu $5. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca.
Huit Femmes by François Ozon (Les Indisciplinés de Toronto). Eight women try to figure out who murdered a man in this adaptation of the French film. May 24-27. $15, stu $10. Ecole Gabrielle-Roy, Auditorium, 14 Pembroke. lesindisciplinesdetoronto.ca.
The Hunger (Uncanny House). This multidisciplinary performance installation is based on the fairy tale Hansel And Gretel and explores themes of escapism and consumption. Opens May 24 and runs to May 27. $15-$20 Thu and Sun mat pwyc (partial proceeds to the West End Food Co-op). Pia Bouman School for Ballet, Studio Theatre, 6 Noble. thehunger.me.
The Hypochondriac by Molière (East Side Players). A man is obsessed with his imaginary ailments in this classic farce. Opens May 24 and runs to Jun 9. $20, stu $15. Papermill Theatre, 67 Pottery. 416-425-0917, eastsideplayers.ca.
Kim's Convenience by Ins Choi (Soulpepper). A Korean family in Toronto struggles with a bitter past and reconciliation. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 9. $22-$68. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca. NNNNN (Glenn Sumi)
Lost In Yonkers by Neil Simon (Harold Green Jewish Theatre). Marion Ross stars in Simon's play about two boys who must live with their harsh grandmother. Previews May 12-16. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 10. $42.50-$79.50. Jane Mallett Theatre, 27 Front E. 416-366-7723, hgjewishtheatre.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Miracle Man Fundraiser (Renaissance Theatre). This funder for the company's workshop of the new musical features celebrity karaoke with Matthew MacFadzean, Sarena Parmar, Fab Filippo and others. May 27 at 6:30 pm. $40 (2 for $60). Gladstone Hotel, 1214 Queen W. renaissancecanada.webs.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Nunsense II by Dan Goggin (Thousand Islands Playhouse). Success brings trouble for a group of singing nuns in this musical comedy. Previews May 11. Opens May 12 and runs to Jun 16. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Odysseo (Cavalia). Theatre artists and horses create a spectacle combining equestrian arts, stage arts and special effects. Opens May 15 and runs to Jun 17. $29.50-$119.50. White Big Top, 324 Cherry. 1-866-999-8111, cavalia.net.
Panamerican Routes/Rutas Panamericanas (Aluna Theatre). This festival of theatre for human rights features multidisciplinary works by Canadian and Latin American artists, including dance-theatre piece Urban Odyssey by Loco 7, Parting Memories by Violeta Luna, Carmen Aguirre's Blue Box and more. Opens May 15 and runs to May 27. $15-$30, festival pass $100. Theatre Passe Muraille, 16 Ryerson. 416-504-7529, alunatheatre.ca.
Pinkalicious, The Musical by Elizabeth Kann, Victoria Kann and John Gregor (Vital Theatre). A girl turns pink after eating too many cupcakes in this family show. Opens Aug 21 and runs to Dec 18. Jan 15-May 27. $29.50-$39.50. Lower Ossington Theatre, 100A Ossington. 416-642-8973, vitaltheatre.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Real World? by Michel Tremblay (Tarragon Theatre). A playwright draws on his family as the raw material for his first work. Previews Apr 24-May 1. Opens May 2 and runs to Jun 3. $21-$51. 30 Bridgman. 416-531-1827, tarragontheatre.com. NNNN (Jon Kaplan)
Redheaded Stepchild by Johnnie Walker (Nobody's Business Theatre). Fundraising performance of the play about a boy dealing with his his new stepmother and a school bully. May 27 at 8 pm. $20-$25. Buddies in Bad Times Theatre, 12 Alexander. 416-975-8555, nobodysbusiness.ca.
Rehearsal Hall (Fresh Herbs at Tarragon). This mini-festival of creations by member of the Young Players Unit and other youth-oriented programs features 10-minute plays, a staged reading and a public panel. May 25-27. Pwyc. Tarragon Theatre, Near Studio, 30 Bridgman. 416-531-1827, tarragontheatre.com.
Rent by Johnathan Larson (Theatre Sheridan). New York artists struggle to make ends meet in the shadow of the AIDS epidemic in this musical. Previews May 15. Opens May 16 and runs to Jun 3. $40-$60, stu rush $25. Panasonic Theatre, 651 Yonge. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com.
Rent by Jonathan Larson (Toronto Youth Theatre). Artists of NYC's Lower East Side struggle to make ends meet in the shadow of the AIDS epidemic in this musical. Opens May 24 and runs to Jun 16. $45-$60. Lower Ossington Theatre, 100A Ossington. 416-915-6747, lowerossingtontheatre.com.
Sister Mary's A Dyke?! by Flerida Peña (Carlos Bulosan Theatre). A teen learns the truth about her all-girl Catholic boarding school in this workshop presentation. May 25-27. Pwyc. Fringe Creation Lab, suite 403, 720 Bathurst. carlosbulosan.wordpress.com.
Stockholm by Bryony Lavery (Seventh Stage Theatre Productions/Nightwood Theatre). Problems arise in a couple's rosy relationship in this play about the lines between love and lust, aggressor and victim. Previews May 11-13. Opens May 15 and runs to Jun 3. $15-$30. Tarragon Theatre, Extra Space, 30 Bridgman. 416-531-1827, seventhstageproductions.com/theatre.
The Turn Of The Screw by Benjamin Britten (Against the Grain Theatre). The 20th-century opera based on Henry James's 1898 ghost story is presented. Opens May 24 and runs to May 27. $40-$60. Helen Gardiner Phelan Playhouse, 79A St George. againstthegraintheatre.com.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
West Side Story by Arthur Laurents, Leonard Bernstein and Stephen Sondheim (Dancap Productions). A young man falls in love with a rival gang member's sister in this musical. Opens May 8 and runs to Jun 3. $51-$180. Toronto Centre for the Arts, 5040 Yonge. 416-644-3665, dancaptickets.com. NNN (Jon Kaplan)
You Can't Take It With You by George S Kaufman and Moss Hart (Soulpepper). An eccentric clan experiences unusual order when their daughter finds a fiancé from a conservative family. Previews Apr 19-25. Opens Apr 26 and runs to Jun 21. $51-$68, stu $32; rush $22/stu $5. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca. NNN (Jon Kaplan)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Monday 28, May 2012
Comedy
ALTdot Comedy LoungeRivoli presents Debra DiGiovanni, John Hastings, Bob Kerr, Bryan Hatt, Dave Mesiano, Sandra Battaglini, Leny Corrado, MC Mark Little and others. May 28 9 pm. Pwyc. 332 Queen W. altdotcomedylounge.com.
Best. Monday. Ever.Second City presents a weekly show featuring sketch, songs and improvisation. Mon 8 pm. $14. 51 Mercer. 416-343-0011, secondcity.com.
Blair Streeter presents weekly open-mic stand-up comedy. Mon 9 pm. Free. Naughty Nadz, 1590 Dundas E. 905-232-5577.
Cheap Laughs MondayPJ O'Briens Irish Pub presents a weekly show w/ Russell Roy and guests. Mon 9 pm. Free. 39 Colborne. 416-815-7562.
The Comedy Cabaret Chris MacLean and Robin Crossman present the pro/am Mayhem In May stand-up show w/ Michael Harrison, Geoff Hendry, Jeff Leeson, Hannah Hogan and others. May 28 8 pm. Pwyc. Charlotte Room, 19 Charlotte. thecomedycabaret.com.
Shoeless At The Jokebox Impulsive Entertainment presents Shoeless w/ Darryl Orr, Plum Thunder, host Xerxes Cortez and others. May 28 8 pm. $5. Comedy Bar, 945 Bloor W. impulsiveent.com.
Stand-up At Sazerac presents a weekly stand-up show. Mon 9 pm. Free. Sazerac Gastro Lounge, 782 King W. 647-342-8866, sazerac.ca.
The Vest Show In TownComedy Bar presents a variety show w/ Vest of Friends. Mar 8 10 pm, Apr 26 10 pm, May 28 10 pm. Pwyc. 945 Bloor W. comedybar.ca.
Theatre
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Home by David Storey (Soulpepper). The social interaction between five characters reveals their desire to belong and maintain human contact. Previews May 8-16. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 20. $51-$68, stu $32; rush $22/stu $5. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca.
Kim's Convenience by Ins Choi (Soulpepper). A Korean family in Toronto struggles with a bitter past and reconciliation. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 9. $22-$68. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca. NNNNN (Glenn Sumi)
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
New Art Night (Living Room Productions). Various local theatre companies present short original creations. May 28-30. Pwyc. Unit 102 Theatre, 376 Dufferin. livingroomtheatreto@gmail.com.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Script-Tease Project (National Theatre of the World). Improvised plays will be created and performed based on two pages written by playwrights Maja Ardal, Michael Healey, Sky Gilbert, Scott Thompson, Ins Choi and others. Opens May 28 and runs to Jun 3. $20, stu $15. Theatre Passe Muraille, 16 Ryerson. 416-504-7529, thenationaltheatreoftheworld.com.
You Can't Take It With You by George S Kaufman and Moss Hart (Soulpepper). An eccentric clan experiences unusual order when their daughter finds a fiancé from a conservative family. Previews Apr 19-25. Opens Apr 26 and runs to Jun 21. $51-$68, stu $32; rush $22/stu $5. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca. NNN (Jon Kaplan)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Tuesday 29, May 2012
Comedy
Comedy On KensingtonLola presents its biweekly stand-up comedy night. Apr 10 8 pm, Apr 24 8 pm, May 15 8 pm, May 29 8 pm. Free. 40 Kensington. 416-348-8645.
I Heart JokesThe Central presents weekly comedy w/ host Evan Desmarais. Tue 7 pm. $5. 603 Markham. 416-913-4586.
Live With Laurentina: An Improv Comedy AdventureHarvest Noon Cafe presents interactive improv, an open jam and more. May 29 7 pm. Pwyc. 16 Bancroft. laurentinasimprovclub.info.
The Second City's Improv All-StarsSecond City presents a fast-paced, completely improvised weekly show. Tue 8 pm. $20. 51 Mercer. 416-343-0011, secondcity.com.
SketchComedyLoungeRivoli presents The Twitter Gong Show! featuring audience participation, w/ host Mark DeBonis. May 29 9 pm. Pwyc. 332 Queen W. sketchcomedylounge.com.
Yuk Yuk's Downtown presents the Humber School of Comedy at 7:30 pm, and stand-up Amateur Night at 9:30 pm. Tue. $4. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Theatre
Annie by Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin (Drayton Entertainment). The red-haired orphan seeks a place to call home in this musical. Opens May 29 and runs to Jun 23. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Bring It On: The Musical by Jeff Whitty, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Tom Kitt and Amanda Green (Mirvish). This musical comedy looks at high school rivalries and friendship in the world of competitive cheerleading. Opens May 2 and runs to Jun 3. $35-$130, rush $25. Ed Mirvish Theatre, 244 Victoria. mirvish.com. NNNN (Glenn Sumi)
Contes Pour Enfants Pas Sages: 8 Cautionary Entertainments by Christopher Butterfield (Continuum Contemporary Music). Music, voices and projection are used in this staging of Jacques Prévert's darkly themed animal fables. May 27-29. $30, stu/srs $15. 918 Bathurst Centre for Culture & the Arts, 918 Bathurst. 416-924-4945, continuummusic.org.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Home by David Storey (Soulpepper). The social interaction between five characters reveals their desire to belong and maintain human contact. Previews May 8-16. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 20. $51-$68, stu $32; rush $22/stu $5. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca.
Kim's Convenience by Ins Choi (Soulpepper). A Korean family in Toronto struggles with a bitter past and reconciliation. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 9. $22-$68. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca. NNNNN (Glenn Sumi)
Lost In Yonkers by Neil Simon (Harold Green Jewish Theatre). Marion Ross stars in Simon's play about two boys who must live with their harsh grandmother. Previews May 12-16. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 10. $42.50-$79.50. Jane Mallett Theatre, 27 Front E. 416-366-7723, hgjewishtheatre.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
New Art Night (Living Room Productions). Various local theatre companies present short original creations. May 28-30. Pwyc. Unit 102 Theatre, 376 Dufferin. livingroomtheatreto@gmail.com.
Nunsense II by Dan Goggin (Thousand Islands Playhouse). Success brings trouble for a group of singing nuns in this musical comedy. Previews May 11. Opens May 12 and runs to Jun 16. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Odysseo (Cavalia). Theatre artists and horses create a spectacle combining equestrian arts, stage arts and special effects. Opens May 15 and runs to Jun 17. $29.50-$119.50. White Big Top, 324 Cherry. 1-866-999-8111, cavalia.net.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Real World? by Michel Tremblay (Tarragon Theatre). A playwright draws on his family as the raw material for his first work. Previews Apr 24-May 1. Opens May 2 and runs to Jun 3. $21-$51. 30 Bridgman. 416-531-1827, tarragontheatre.com. NNNN (Jon Kaplan)
Rent by Johnathan Larson (Theatre Sheridan). New York artists struggle to make ends meet in the shadow of the AIDS epidemic in this musical. Previews May 15. Opens May 16 and runs to Jun 3. $40-$60, stu rush $25. Panasonic Theatre, 651 Yonge. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com.
The Script-Tease Project (National Theatre of the World). Improvised plays will be created and performed based on two pages written by playwrights Maja Ardal, Michael Healey, Sky Gilbert, Scott Thompson, Ins Choi and others. Opens May 28 and runs to Jun 3. $20, stu $15. Theatre Passe Muraille, 16 Ryerson. 416-504-7529, thenationaltheatreoftheworld.com.
The Sound Of Music by Richard Rodgers, Oscar Hammerstein, Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse (Drayton Entertainment). An aspiring nun leaves the convent to govern the children of Captain von Trapp in this musical. Opens May 15 and runs to Jun 9. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Stockholm by Bryony Lavery (Seventh Stage Theatre Productions/Nightwood Theatre). Problems arise in a couple's rosy relationship in this play about the lines between love and lust, aggressor and victim. Previews May 11-13. Opens May 15 and runs to Jun 3. $15-$30. Tarragon Theatre, Extra Space, 30 Bridgman. 416-531-1827, seventhstageproductions.com/theatre.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
West Side Story by Arthur Laurents, Leonard Bernstein and Stephen Sondheim (Dancap Productions). A young man falls in love with a rival gang member's sister in this musical. Opens May 8 and runs to Jun 3. $51-$180. Toronto Centre for the Arts, 5040 Yonge. 416-644-3665, dancaptickets.com. NNN (Jon Kaplan)
You Can't Take It With You by George S Kaufman and Moss Hart (Soulpepper). An eccentric clan experiences unusual order when their daughter finds a fiancé from a conservative family. Previews Apr 19-25. Opens Apr 26 and runs to Jun 21. $51-$68, stu $32; rush $22/stu $5. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca. NNN (Jon Kaplan)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Wednesday 30, May 2012
Comedy
Absolute Comedy presents Pro-Am Night w/ Mike Dambra, Amber Harper-Young, Chris Roberts, Rick Jones, Suneet Luthra, Tom Hills, JP Hodgkinson and host Matt Billon. May 30 8:30 pm. $6. 2335 Yonge. 416-486-7700, absolutecomedy.ca.
Big (Improv) Is Beautiful (Improv)Black Swan presents improv teams with lots of members performing short games, long narratives and more. May 30 8 pm. Pwyc. 154 Danforth. 416-469-0537.
Chuckle Co. Presents Joel Buxton, Adrian Sawyer and DJ Demers present weekly stand-up. Wed 9 pm. $5. Comedy Bar, 945 Bloor W. 416-551-6540, comedybar.ca.
Humpday Humour Muoi Nene Productions present weekly Afrocentric comedy w/ Raïs Muoi and others. Wed 7 pm. Free. Hakuna Matata Sports Bar, 326 Parliament. 416-519-1569.
Live Wrong And ProsperSecond City presents its latest revue of sketches, songs and improvisations. Wed-Sat 8 pm, plus Fri & Sat 10:30 pm, Sun 7 pm. $24-$29, stu $15. 51 Mercer. 416-343-0011, secondcity.com. NNNN (Glenn Sumi)
Siren's ComedyCelt's Pub presents open-mic stand-up w/ Linda Ellis and host Sarah Donaldson. May 30 8:30 pm. Free. 2872 Dundas W. 416-767-3339.
Switch Off Touch My Stereotype presents a sketch competition w/ the Whisky Dicks, the Ladies of the Sketchersons and Vest of Friends. May 30 9 pm. $5. Comedy Bar, 945 Bloor W. touchmystereotype.com.
Tacomedy Mark DeBonis presents weekly stand-up. Wed 10 pm. Pwyc. La Revolucion, 2848 Dundas W. iamnotmarkdebonis.com.
Yuk Yuk's Downtown presents Pete Johansson. Opens May 30 and runs to Jun 3. $12-$20. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Dance
Elegant Beast Larchaud Dance Project and DanceWorks CoWorks present an unconventional love story told through breakdance, contemporary, krumping and high-risk physicality. Opens May 30 and runs to Jun 2. $20-$25, stu/srs $17. Theatre Passe Muraille, 16 Ryerson. 416-204-1082, larchaud.com.
Theatre
Annie by Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin (Drayton Entertainment). The red-haired orphan seeks a place to call home in this musical. Opens May 29 and runs to Jun 23. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Bring It On: The Musical by Jeff Whitty, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Tom Kitt and Amanda Green (Mirvish). This musical comedy looks at high school rivalries and friendship in the world of competitive cheerleading. Opens May 2 and runs to Jun 3. $35-$130, rush $25. Ed Mirvish Theatre, 244 Victoria. mirvish.com. NNNN (Glenn Sumi)
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Dear World by Jerry Herman, Jerome Lawrence and Robert E Lee (Civic Light Opera Company). An eccentric old lady stands up to a corporation and saves the world in this musical. Opens May 23 and runs to Jun 9. $28. Fairview Library Theatre, 35 Fairview Mall. 416-755-1717, musictheatretoronto.com.
An Evening Of Music And Laughter (The Company Theatre). This funder for TCT's upcoming production features Allan Hawco, Mark Critch, musical guests and more. May 30 at 7 pm. $75. Dora Keogh, 141 Danforth. 416-568-2466, companytheatre.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Home by David Storey (Soulpepper). The social interaction between five characters reveals their desire to belong and maintain human contact. Previews May 8-16. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 20. $51-$68, stu $32; rush $22/stu $5. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca.
The Hypochondriac by Molière (East Side Players). A man is obsessed with his imaginary ailments in this classic farce. Opens May 24 and runs to Jun 9. $20, stu $15. Papermill Theatre, 67 Pottery. 416-425-0917, eastsideplayers.ca.
Islands by Graham Porter (draft89 theatre collective). In 2512, the survivors of a nuclear cataclysm try to keep civilization going in this play about the clash between utopia and human nature. Previews May 16. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 2. $30. Theatre Centre, 1087 Queen W. 416-538-0988, draft89.com.
Kim's Convenience by Ins Choi (Soulpepper). A Korean family in Toronto struggles with a bitter past and reconciliation. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 9. $22-$68. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca. NNNNN (Glenn Sumi)
Lost In Yonkers by Neil Simon (Harold Green Jewish Theatre). Marion Ross stars in Simon's play about two boys who must live with their harsh grandmother. Previews May 12-16. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 10. $42.50-$79.50. Jane Mallett Theatre, 27 Front E. 416-366-7723, hgjewishtheatre.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
New Art Night (Living Room Productions). Various local theatre companies present short original creations. May 28-30. Pwyc. Unit 102 Theatre, 376 Dufferin. livingroomtheatreto@gmail.com.
Nunsense II by Dan Goggin (Thousand Islands Playhouse). Success brings trouble for a group of singing nuns in this musical comedy. Previews May 11. Opens May 12 and runs to Jun 16. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Odysseo (Cavalia). Theatre artists and horses create a spectacle combining equestrian arts, stage arts and special effects. Opens May 15 and runs to Jun 17. $29.50-$119.50. White Big Top, 324 Cherry. 1-866-999-8111, cavalia.net.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Pride And Prejudice by Helen Jerome (Lakeshore Drama Club). Students perform this adaptation of Jane Austen's classic novel. Opens May 30 and runs to Jun 1. $10, stu/srs $7. Lakeshore Collegiate Institute, 350 Kipling. lakeshorecollegiate.ca.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Real World? by Michel Tremblay (Tarragon Theatre). A playwright draws on his family as the raw material for his first work. Previews Apr 24-May 1. Opens May 2 and runs to Jun 3. $21-$51. 30 Bridgman. 416-531-1827, tarragontheatre.com. NNNN (Jon Kaplan)
Rent by Jonathan Larson (Toronto Youth Theatre). Artists of NYC's Lower East Side struggle to make ends meet in the shadow of the AIDS epidemic in this musical. Opens May 24 and runs to Jun 16. $45-$60. Lower Ossington Theatre, 100A Ossington. 416-915-6747, lowerossingtontheatre.com.
Rent by Johnathan Larson (Theatre Sheridan). New York artists struggle to make ends meet in the shadow of the AIDS epidemic in this musical. Previews May 15. Opens May 16 and runs to Jun 3. $40-$60, stu rush $25. Panasonic Theatre, 651 Yonge. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com.
The Script-Tease Project (National Theatre of the World). Improvised plays will be created and performed based on two pages written by playwrights Maja Ardal, Michael Healey, Sky Gilbert, Scott Thompson, Ins Choi and others. Opens May 28 and runs to Jun 3. $20, stu $15. Theatre Passe Muraille, 16 Ryerson. 416-504-7529, thenationaltheatreoftheworld.com.
The Sound Of Music by Richard Rodgers, Oscar Hammerstein, Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse (Drayton Entertainment). An aspiring nun leaves the convent to govern the children of Captain von Trapp in this musical. Opens May 15 and runs to Jun 9. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Stockholm by Bryony Lavery (Seventh Stage Theatre Productions/Nightwood Theatre). Problems arise in a couple's rosy relationship in this play about the lines between love and lust, aggressor and victim. Previews May 11-13. Opens May 15 and runs to Jun 3. $15-$30. Tarragon Theatre, Extra Space, 30 Bridgman. 416-531-1827, seventhstageproductions.com/theatre.
Uncle Vanya by Anton Chekhov (BackAlley Piano Production). The stale lives of a woman and her uncle on a rural estate are jarred by the return of her father and his new wife from the city. Opens May 30 and runs to Jun 2. $20, stu $15. Alumnae Theatre, Studio, 70 Berkeley. pianovanya.tumblr.com.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
West Side Story by Arthur Laurents, Leonard Bernstein and Stephen Sondheim (Dancap Productions). A young man falls in love with a rival gang member's sister in this musical. Opens May 8 and runs to Jun 3. $51-$180. Toronto Centre for the Arts, 5040 Yonge. 416-644-3665, dancaptickets.com. NNN (Jon Kaplan)
You Can't Take It With You by George S Kaufman and Moss Hart (Soulpepper). An eccentric clan experiences unusual order when their daughter finds a fiancé from a conservative family. Previews Apr 19-25. Opens Apr 26 and runs to Jun 21. $51-$68, stu $32; rush $22/stu $5. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca. NNN (Jon Kaplan)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Thursday 31, May 2012
Comedy
Absolute Comedy presents Mike Dambra, Dred Lee and host Matt Billon. Opens May 31 and runs to Jun 3. $10-$15. 2335 Yonge. 416-486-7700, absolutecomedy.ca.
Comedy ThursdaysThe Starving Artist presents a weekly showcase w/ host Natasha Henderson. Thu 9 pm. Free. 584 Lansdowne. 647-342-5058, starvingartistbar.com.
Guilty Of Being Funny presents weekly stand-up w/ hosts Andrew Fox and Jamie O'Connor. Thu 10 pm. Free. Hot Wings, 563 Queen W. 416-359-8860.
The Improv ShowComedy Bar presents Lauren Ash, Jan Caruana, Kerry Griffin, Kayla Lorette, Carmine Lucarelli, Jerry Schaefer and Leslie Seiler. Thu 8 pm. $5. 945 Bloor W. comedybar.ca.
Laugh Sabbath presents Sara Hennessey, Nick Flanagan, Kirk Hicks, Ladystache, Darryl Orr and Ryan Kucek. May 31 9:30 pm. $5. Comedy Bar, 945 Bloor W. laughsabbath.com.
Launchpad Comedy presents a weekly show. Thu 8:30 pm. Free. White Swan, 836 Danforth. 416-463-8089.
Live Wrong And ProsperSecond City presents its latest revue of sketches, songs and improvisations. Wed-Sat 8 pm, plus Fri & Sat 10:30 pm, Sun 7 pm. $24-$29, stu $15. 51 Mercer. 416-343-0011, secondcity.com. NNNN (Glenn Sumi)
Off Book Green with Envy Productions presents theatre actors and improvisers performing a part-scripted, part-improvised revue w/ Christy Bruce, Jesse Bond and others. May 31 8 pm. $5. Comedy Bar, 945 Bloor W. 416-551-6540, comedybar.ca.
Stoner ComedyHot Box Cafe presents a weekly show w/ host Jillian Thomas. Thu 7 pm. $5. 191A Baldwin. hotboxcafe.ca.
The Tasty Show presents weekly stand-up w/ host Jeffrey Danson. Thu 10 pm. Free. La Revolucion, 2848 Dundas W. 416-766-0746.
Yuk Yuk's Downtown presents Pete Johansson. Opens May 30 and runs to Jun 3. $12-$20. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Yuk Yuk's Vaughan presents Ian Sirota. May 31-Jun 2. $12-$20. 70 Interchange Way. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Yuk Yuk's West presents The Canadian Rednecks Comedy Tour w/ Rob Pue, Mike McGregor and Ryan Dennee. May 31-Jun 2. $12-$20. 5165 Dixie. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Dance
Elegant Beast Larchaud Dance Project and DanceWorks CoWorks present an unconventional love story told through breakdance, contemporary, krumping and high-risk physicality. Opens May 30 and runs to Jun 2. $20-$25, stu/srs $17. Theatre Passe Muraille, 16 Ryerson. 416-204-1082, larchaud.com.
Guelph Contemporary Dance Festival The GCDF presents indoor and outdoor performances by companies from all over Canada, including Femmes du Feu, LINK Dance, Zata Omm Dance and others. Opens May 31 and runs to Jun 3. Various prices and passes, outdoor shows pwyc. River Run Centre, Exhibition Park, Dancetheatre David Earle and other venues, 35 Woolwich. guelphcontemporarydancefestival.com.
Prince Rama In The Wilderness Harbourfront Centre NextSteps and Menaka Thakkar Dance Theatre present a family-friendly Indian dance work based on the Ramayana. May 31-Jun 2. $25, child under 12 $10. Fleck Dance Theatre, 207 Queens Quay W. 416-973-4000, menakathakkardance.org.
Sitayana Harbourfront Centre NextSteps and Menaka Thakkar Dance Theatre present an Indian dance work based on the Ramayana retold from a feminist point of view. May 31-Jun 2. $30-$35, srs $25-$28, stu $15. Fleck Dance Theatre, 207 Queens Quay W. 416-973-4000, menakathakkardance.org.
Theatre
Annie by Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin (Drayton Entertainment). The red-haired orphan seeks a place to call home in this musical. Opens May 29 and runs to Jun 23. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Bring It On: The Musical by Jeff Whitty, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Tom Kitt and Amanda Green (Mirvish). This musical comedy looks at high school rivalries and friendship in the world of competitive cheerleading. Opens May 2 and runs to Jun 3. $35-$130, rush $25. Ed Mirvish Theatre, 244 Victoria. mirvish.com. NNNN (Glenn Sumi)
Bugzzz – A Cautionary Tale by William Mackwood (Out of the Box Productions). In a post-human world, insects find a copy of Puccini's Tosca and attempt to perform it in order to learn about humankind. Opens May 31 and runs to Jun 9. $17-$25. Wychwood Barns, 76 Wychwood. 416-537-4191, outoftheboxproductions.ca.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Dear World by Jerry Herman, Jerome Lawrence and Robert E Lee (Civic Light Opera Company). An eccentric old lady stands up to a corporation and saves the world in this musical. Opens May 23 and runs to Jun 9. $28. Fairview Library Theatre, 35 Fairview Mall. 416-755-1717, musictheatretoronto.com.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Home by David Storey (Soulpepper). The social interaction between five characters reveals their desire to belong and maintain human contact. Previews May 8-16. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 20. $51-$68, stu $32; rush $22/stu $5. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca.
The Hypochondriac by Molière (East Side Players). A man is obsessed with his imaginary ailments in this classic farce. Opens May 24 and runs to Jun 9. $20, stu $15. Papermill Theatre, 67 Pottery. 416-425-0917, eastsideplayers.ca.
Islands by Graham Porter (draft89 theatre collective). In 2512, the survivors of a nuclear cataclysm try to keep civilization going in this play about the clash between utopia and human nature. Previews May 16. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 2. $30. Theatre Centre, 1087 Queen W. 416-538-0988, draft89.com.
Kim's Convenience by Ins Choi (Soulpepper). A Korean family in Toronto struggles with a bitter past and reconciliation. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 9. $22-$68. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca. NNNNN (Glenn Sumi)
Lost In Yonkers by Neil Simon (Harold Green Jewish Theatre). Marion Ross stars in Simon's play about two boys who must live with their harsh grandmother. Previews May 12-16. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 10. $42.50-$79.50. Jane Mallett Theatre, 27 Front E. 416-366-7723, hgjewishtheatre.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Martys (Mississauga Arts Council). The Mississauga arts awards are presented, with music and dance performances. May 31 at 6 pm. $25. Living Arts Centre, 4141 Living Arts. 905-615-4278, mississaugaartscouncil.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Nunsense II by Dan Goggin (Thousand Islands Playhouse). Success brings trouble for a group of singing nuns in this musical comedy. Previews May 11. Opens May 12 and runs to Jun 16. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Odysseo (Cavalia). Theatre artists and horses create a spectacle combining equestrian arts, stage arts and special effects. Opens May 15 and runs to Jun 17. $29.50-$119.50. White Big Top, 324 Cherry. 1-866-999-8111, cavalia.net.
Paul & Marie by Roberto Angelini (Two Snakes Productions). A couple risk their secure life to pursue fulfilling careers in the arts. Opens May 24 and runs to Jun 2. $25. George Ignatieff Theatre, 15 Devonshire. twosnakesproductions.com.
Pieces by Sarah Illiatovitch-Goldman (Cue6 Productions). The show's script sequence is randomly drawn before each performance in this play about sex and betrayal. Opens May 24 and runs to Jun 9. $20-$30. Unit 102 Theatre, 376 Dufferin. cue6.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Pride And Prejudice by Helen Jerome (Lakeshore Drama Club). Students perform this adaptation of Jane Austen's classic novel. Opens May 30 and runs to Jun 1. $10, stu/srs $7. Lakeshore Collegiate Institute, 350 Kipling. lakeshorecollegiate.ca.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Real World? by Michel Tremblay (Tarragon Theatre). A playwright draws on his family as the raw material for his first work. Previews Apr 24-May 1. Opens May 2 and runs to Jun 3. $21-$51. 30 Bridgman. 416-531-1827, tarragontheatre.com. NNNN (Jon Kaplan)
Rent by Jonathan Larson (Toronto Youth Theatre). Artists of NYC's Lower East Side struggle to make ends meet in the shadow of the AIDS epidemic in this musical. Opens May 24 and runs to Jun 16. $45-$60. Lower Ossington Theatre, 100A Ossington. 416-915-6747, lowerossingtontheatre.com.
Rent by Johnathan Larson (Theatre Sheridan). New York artists struggle to make ends meet in the shadow of the AIDS epidemic in this musical. Previews May 15. Opens May 16 and runs to Jun 3. $40-$60, stu rush $25. Panasonic Theatre, 651 Yonge. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com.
The Script-Tease Project (National Theatre of the World). Improvised plays will be created and performed based on two pages written by playwrights Maja Ardal, Michael Healey, Sky Gilbert, Scott Thompson, Ins Choi and others. Opens May 28 and runs to Jun 3. $20, stu $15. Theatre Passe Muraille, 16 Ryerson. 416-504-7529, thenationaltheatreoftheworld.com.
The Sound Of Music by Richard Rodgers, Oscar Hammerstein, Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse (Drayton Entertainment). An aspiring nun leaves the convent to govern the children of Captain von Trapp in this musical. Opens May 15 and runs to Jun 9. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Stockholm by Bryony Lavery (Seventh Stage Theatre Productions/Nightwood Theatre). Problems arise in a couple's rosy relationship in this play about the lines between love and lust, aggressor and victim. Previews May 11-13. Opens May 15 and runs to Jun 3. $15-$30. Tarragon Theatre, Extra Space, 30 Bridgman. 416-531-1827, seventhstageproductions.com/theatre.
Theatre Out Of The Box (Act II Studio/Silver Screens Arts Festival). One-act plays by Mairy Beam, Joan Edge, Neil Naft, Suzanne Gauthier and Cathy Shilton will be performed by members of the age 50+ arts program. May 31-Jun 1. $15. Rogers Communications Centre, 80 Gould. silverscreens.ca.
Toronto Festival Of Clowns (Adam Lazarus/Dave McKay). This festival features clowns, bouffons and physical theatre performers including Phil Luzi, Sandra Battaglini, Shelley Marshall, Helen Donnelly, Morro & Jasp and others. May 31-Jun 3. $10. Pia Bouman Studio Theatre, 6 Noble. torontofestivalofclowns.com.
Uncle Vanya by Anton Chekhov (BackAlley Piano Production). The stale lives of a woman and her uncle on a rural estate are jarred by the return of her father and his new wife from the city. Opens May 30 and runs to Jun 2. $20, stu $15. Alumnae Theatre, Studio, 70 Berkeley. pianovanya.tumblr.com.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
West Side Story by Arthur Laurents, Leonard Bernstein and Stephen Sondheim (Dancap Productions). A young man falls in love with a rival gang member's sister in this musical. Opens May 8 and runs to Jun 3. $51-$180. Toronto Centre for the Arts, 5040 Yonge. 416-644-3665, dancaptickets.com. NNN (Jon Kaplan)
When This War Ends by Caitlin Smith (Spectrum Music). Scenes from a new opera about Canada's role in the war in Afghanistan will be presented in this concert. May 31 at 7:30 pm. $20, stu/srs $15. Al Green Theatre, 750 Spadina. spectrummusic.ca.
You Can't Take It With You by George S Kaufman and Moss Hart (Soulpepper). An eccentric clan experiences unusual order when their daughter finds a fiancé from a conservative family. Previews Apr 19-25. Opens Apr 26 and runs to Jun 21. $51-$68, stu $32; rush $22/stu $5. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca. NNN (Jon Kaplan)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Friday 1, June 2012
Comedy
Absolute Comedy presents Mike Dambra, Dred Lee and host Matt Billon. Opens May 31 and runs to Jun 3. $10-$15. 2335 Yonge. 416-486-7700, absolutecomedy.ca.
The Boom Show: Chapter 47Drake Hotel presents Dylan Gott, John Hastings, Ladystache and host Hunter Collins. Jun 1 Doors 8 pm. $10. Underground, 1150 Queen W. boomcomedy.com.
The Carnegie Hall Show The National Theatre of the World presents a monthly improv show w/ Matt Baram, Naomi Snieckus, Ron Pederson, Chris Gibbs and guests. Mar 2 Doors 10:30 pm, Apr 6 Doors 10:30 pm, Jun 1 11 pm. $12, stu $6. Second City, 51 Mercer. 416-343-0011, thenationaltheatreoftheworld.com.
Catch23Comedy Bar presents weekly competitive improv. Fri 8 pm. $8. 945 Bloor W. 416-551-6540, comedybar.ca.
Comedy On The DanforthTimothy's World News Café presents improv with Dan's Mix '95 (Dan Hershfield and others). Jan 20 9 pm, Mar 2 9 pm, Mar 23 9 pm, Apr 20 9 pm, May 11 9 pm, Jun 1 9 pm. Pwyc. 320 Danforth. 416-461-2668, comedyonthedanforth.com.
Live Wrong And ProsperSecond City presents its latest revue of sketches, songs and improvisations. Wed-Sat 8 pm, plus Fri & Sat 10:30 pm, Sun 7 pm. $24-$29, stu $15. 51 Mercer. 416-343-0011, secondcity.com. NNNN (Glenn Sumi)
Marty Topps House Party Show Isaac Winter presents a comedy show and dance party w/ Eric Andrews, Da Appel Boyz, Steph Kaliner, Brian Barlow, host Marty Topps, DJ T-Bot and others. Opens Jun 1 10:30 pm. $5-$8. Double Double Land, 209 Augusta. martytopps.ca.
Naked FridaysJohn Candy Box Theatre presents weekly improv, sketch, stand-up and music. Fri 9 pm. Pwyc. 70 Peter. scnakedfridays@gmail.com.
Nick Flanagan & Mark LittleComedy Bar presents two comics having one night of fun. Jun 1 10 pm. $5. 945 Bloor W. comedybar.ca.
The No Name Comedy ShowThe Bar with No Name presents weekly comedy and people talking loudly w/ host Matt Shury. Fri 9:30 pm. Free. 1651 Bloor W. 416-997-6045.
Women Vs Men Comedy Show Ajahmae Live Entertainment and Kingston 6 Entertainment present a comic battle of the sexes w/ Keesha Brownie, Crystal Ferrier, Jay Martin and Patrick Haye. Jun 1 8 pm. $20-$30. Toronto Underground Cinema, 186 Spadina. womenvsmen.eventbrite.ca.
Yuk Yuk's Downtown presents Pete Johansson. Opens May 30 and runs to Jun 3. $12-$20. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Yuk Yuk's Vaughan presents Ian Sirota. May 31-Jun 2. $12-$20. 70 Interchange Way. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Yuk Yuk's West presents The Canadian Rednecks Comedy Tour w/ Rob Pue, Mike McGregor and Ryan Dennee. May 31-Jun 2. $12-$20. 5165 Dixie. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Dance
Elegant Beast Larchaud Dance Project and DanceWorks CoWorks present an unconventional love story told through breakdance, contemporary, krumping and high-risk physicality. Opens May 30 and runs to Jun 2. $20-$25, stu/srs $17. Theatre Passe Muraille, 16 Ryerson. 416-204-1082, larchaud.com.
Guelph Contemporary Dance Festival The GCDF presents indoor and outdoor performances by companies from all over Canada, including Femmes du Feu, LINK Dance, Zata Omm Dance and others. Opens May 31 and runs to Jun 3. Various prices and passes, outdoor shows pwyc. River Run Centre, Exhibition Park, Dancetheatre David Earle and other venues, 35 Woolwich. guelphcontemporarydancefestival.com.
Hamlet The National Ballet of Canada presents Kevin O'Day's adaptation of the Shakespeare play. Opens Jun 1 and runs to Jun 10. $25-$234. Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts, 145 Queen W. 416-345-9595, national.ballet.ca.
Prince Rama In The Wilderness Harbourfront Centre NextSteps and Menaka Thakkar Dance Theatre present a family-friendly Indian dance work based on the Ramayana. May 31-Jun 2. $25, child under 12 $10. Fleck Dance Theatre, 207 Queens Quay W. 416-973-4000, menakathakkardance.org.
Sitayana Harbourfront Centre NextSteps and Menaka Thakkar Dance Theatre present an Indian dance work based on the Ramayana retold from a feminist point of view. May 31-Jun 2. $30-$35, srs $25-$28, stu $15. Fleck Dance Theatre, 207 Queens Quay W. 416-973-4000, menakathakkardance.org.
Theatre
Annie by Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin (Drayton Entertainment). The red-haired orphan seeks a place to call home in this musical. Opens May 29 and runs to Jun 23. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Apprentice To Murder (Mysteriously Yours... Dinner Theatre). This dinner-theatre whodunit features corporate back-stabbing and boardroom intrigue. Opens Apr 20 and runs to Sep 15. $66-$71. 2026 Yonge. 416-486-7469, mysteriouslyyours.com.
Bring It On: The Musical by Jeff Whitty, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Tom Kitt and Amanda Green (Mirvish). This musical comedy looks at high school rivalries and friendship in the world of competitive cheerleading. Opens May 2 and runs to Jun 3. $35-$130, rush $25. Ed Mirvish Theatre, 244 Victoria. mirvish.com. NNNN (Glenn Sumi)
Bugzzz – A Cautionary Tale by William Mackwood (Out of the Box Productions). In a post-human world, insects find a copy of Puccini's Tosca and attempt to perform it in order to learn about humankind. Opens May 31 and runs to Jun 9. $17-$25. Wychwood Barns, 76 Wychwood. 416-537-4191, outoftheboxproductions.ca.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Dear World by Jerry Herman, Jerome Lawrence and Robert E Lee (Civic Light Opera Company). An eccentric old lady stands up to a corporation and saves the world in this musical. Opens May 23 and runs to Jun 9. $28. Fairview Library Theatre, 35 Fairview Mall. 416-755-1717, musictheatretoronto.com.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Green Door Cabaret Series (Lower Ossington Theatre). This series features cabaret performances by various artists. Opens May 11 and runs to Jun 9. $20-$30. 100A Ossington. lowerossingtontheatre.com/cabaret.
Home by David Storey (Soulpepper). The social interaction between five characters reveals their desire to belong and maintain human contact. Previews May 8-16. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 20. $51-$68, stu $32; rush $22/stu $5. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca.
The Hypochondriac by Molière (East Side Players). A man is obsessed with his imaginary ailments in this classic farce. Opens May 24 and runs to Jun 9. $20, stu $15. Papermill Theatre, 67 Pottery. 416-425-0917, eastsideplayers.ca.
InspiraTO Festival (Dominik Loncar). The annual festival of 10-minute plays presents works by Nina Ki, Robin Pond, Amina Henry, Greg Vovos, Nelson Yu, Stanley Toledo and others. Opens Jun 1 and runs to Jun 10. $12, four-show pass $38. Alumnae Theatre, 70 Berkeley. inspiratofestival.ca.
Islands by Graham Porter (draft89 theatre collective). In 2512, the survivors of a nuclear cataclysm try to keep civilization going in this play about the clash between utopia and human nature. Previews May 16. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 2. $30. Theatre Centre, 1087 Queen W. 416-538-0988, draft89.com.
Kim's Convenience by Ins Choi (Soulpepper). A Korean family in Toronto struggles with a bitter past and reconciliation. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 9. $22-$68. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca. NNNNN (Glenn Sumi)
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Nunsense II by Dan Goggin (Thousand Islands Playhouse). Success brings trouble for a group of singing nuns in this musical comedy. Previews May 11. Opens May 12 and runs to Jun 16. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Odysseo (Cavalia). Theatre artists and horses create a spectacle combining equestrian arts, stage arts and special effects. Opens May 15 and runs to Jun 17. $29.50-$119.50. White Big Top, 324 Cherry. 1-866-999-8111, cavalia.net.
Paul & Marie by Roberto Angelini (Two Snakes Productions). A couple risk their secure life to pursue fulfilling careers in the arts. Opens May 24 and runs to Jun 2. $25. George Ignatieff Theatre, 15 Devonshire. twosnakesproductions.com.
Pieces by Sarah Illiatovitch-Goldman (Cue6 Productions). The show's script sequence is randomly drawn before each performance in this play about sex and betrayal. Opens May 24 and runs to Jun 9. $20-$30. Unit 102 Theatre, 376 Dufferin. cue6.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Pride And Prejudice by Helen Jerome (Lakeshore Drama Club). Students perform this adaptation of Jane Austen's classic novel. Opens May 30 and runs to Jun 1. $10, stu/srs $7. Lakeshore Collegiate Institute, 350 Kipling. lakeshorecollegiate.ca.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Real World? by Michel Tremblay (Tarragon Theatre). A playwright draws on his family as the raw material for his first work. Previews Apr 24-May 1. Opens May 2 and runs to Jun 3. $21-$51. 30 Bridgman. 416-531-1827, tarragontheatre.com. NNNN (Jon Kaplan)
Rent by Jonathan Larson (Toronto Youth Theatre). Artists of NYC's Lower East Side struggle to make ends meet in the shadow of the AIDS epidemic in this musical. Opens May 24 and runs to Jun 16. $45-$60. Lower Ossington Theatre, 100A Ossington. 416-915-6747, lowerossingtontheatre.com.
Rent by Johnathan Larson (Theatre Sheridan). New York artists struggle to make ends meet in the shadow of the AIDS epidemic in this musical. Previews May 15. Opens May 16 and runs to Jun 3. $40-$60, stu rush $25. Panasonic Theatre, 651 Yonge. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com.
The Script-Tease Project (National Theatre of the World). Improvised plays will be created and performed based on two pages written by playwrights Maja Ardal, Michael Healey, Sky Gilbert, Scott Thompson, Ins Choi and others. Opens May 28 and runs to Jun 3. $20, stu $15. Theatre Passe Muraille, 16 Ryerson. 416-504-7529, thenationaltheatreoftheworld.com.
The Sound Of Music by Richard Rodgers, Oscar Hammerstein, Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse (Drayton Entertainment). An aspiring nun leaves the convent to govern the children of Captain von Trapp in this musical. Opens May 15 and runs to Jun 9. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Stockholm by Bryony Lavery (Seventh Stage Theatre Productions/Nightwood Theatre). Problems arise in a couple's rosy relationship in this play about the lines between love and lust, aggressor and victim. Previews May 11-13. Opens May 15 and runs to Jun 3. $15-$30. Tarragon Theatre, Extra Space, 30 Bridgman. 416-531-1827, seventhstageproductions.com/theatre.
Theatre Out Of The Box (Act II Studio/Silver Screens Arts Festival). One-act plays by Mairy Beam, Joan Edge, Neil Naft, Suzanne Gauthier and Cathy Shilton will be performed by members of the age 50+ arts program. May 31-Jun 1. $15. Rogers Communications Centre, 80 Gould. silverscreens.ca.
Toronto Festival Of Clowns (Adam Lazarus/Dave McKay). This festival features clowns, bouffons and physical theatre performers including Phil Luzi, Sandra Battaglini, Shelley Marshall, Helen Donnelly, Morro & Jasp and others. May 31-Jun 3. $10. Pia Bouman Studio Theatre, 6 Noble. torontofestivalofclowns.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Uncle Vanya by Anton Chekhov (BackAlley Piano Production). The stale lives of a woman and her uncle on a rural estate are jarred by the return of her father and his new wife from the city. Opens May 30 and runs to Jun 2. $20, stu $15. Alumnae Theatre, Studio, 70 Berkeley. pianovanya.tumblr.com.
A Very Chris-terical 90s Cabaret (Theresa Hubbard/Chris Tsujiuchi). Stacey Maroske, Vaughn Harris, Wade Muir, Tsujiuchi and others perform a musical cabaret. Jun 1-2 at 8 pm. $10. Buddies in Bad Times Theatre, Tallulah's Cabaret, 12 Alexander. 416-975-8555.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
West Side Story by Arthur Laurents, Leonard Bernstein and Stephen Sondheim (Dancap Productions). A young man falls in love with a rival gang member's sister in this musical. Opens May 8 and runs to Jun 3. $51-$180. Toronto Centre for the Arts, 5040 Yonge. 416-644-3665, dancaptickets.com. NNN (Jon Kaplan)
You Can't Take It With You by George S Kaufman and Moss Hart (Soulpepper). An eccentric clan experiences unusual order when their daughter finds a fiancé from a conservative family. Previews Apr 19-25. Opens Apr 26 and runs to Jun 21. $51-$68, stu $32; rush $22/stu $5. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca. NNN (Jon Kaplan)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Saturday 2, June 2012
Comedy
Absolute Comedy presents Mike Dambra, Dred Lee and host Matt Billon. Opens May 31 and runs to Jun 3. $10-$15. 2335 Yonge. 416-486-7700, absolutecomedy.ca.
Let's Get Politickle! Danish Anwar presents socially savvy stand-up w/ Sam Feldman, Geoff Hendry, Jay Scott, Josh Infald, Danny Polishchuk and Anwar. Jun 2 9:30 pm. $10. Comedy Bar, 945 Bloor W. danishanwar.com.
Live Wrong And ProsperSecond City presents its latest revue of sketches, songs and improvisations. Wed-Sat 8 pm, plus Fri & Sat 10:30 pm, Sun 7 pm. $24-$29, stu $15. 51 Mercer. 416-343-0011, secondcity.com. NNNN (Glenn Sumi)
The Not So Good With Names ShowCrown & Tiger presents Brian Barlow, Amber Harper-Young, Ben Beauchemin, Desiree Lavoy-Dorsch, Erik Bamberg, host Darryl Orr and others. Jun 2 10 pm. $5. 414 College. 416-920-3115.
Smash Hit Opening Night Theatre presents a weekly improvised musical. Sat 7:30 pm. Pwyc. Augusta House, 152 Augusta. openingnighttheatre.com.
Yuk Yuk's Downtown presents Pete Johansson. Opens May 30 and runs to Jun 3. $12-$20. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Yuk Yuk's Vaughan presents Ian Sirota. May 31-Jun 2. $12-$20. 70 Interchange Way. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Yuk Yuk's West presents The Canadian Rednecks Comedy Tour w/ Rob Pue, Mike McGregor and Ryan Dennee. May 31-Jun 2. $12-$20. 5165 Dixie. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Dance
Elegant Beast Larchaud Dance Project and DanceWorks CoWorks present an unconventional love story told through breakdance, contemporary, krumping and high-risk physicality. Opens May 30 and runs to Jun 2. $20-$25, stu/srs $17. Theatre Passe Muraille, 16 Ryerson. 416-204-1082, larchaud.com.
Guelph Contemporary Dance Festival The GCDF presents indoor and outdoor performances by companies from all over Canada, including Femmes du Feu, LINK Dance, Zata Omm Dance and others. Opens May 31 and runs to Jun 3. Various prices and passes, outdoor shows pwyc. River Run Centre, Exhibition Park, Dancetheatre David Earle and other venues, 35 Woolwich. guelphcontemporarydancefestival.com.
Hamlet The National Ballet of Canada presents Kevin O'Day's adaptation of the Shakespeare play. Opens Jun 1 and runs to Jun 10. $25-$234. Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts, 145 Queen W. 416-345-9595, national.ballet.ca.
InFusion The Dark Side Studio presents an evening of alternative bellydance with Akimi, Danielle Davies, Audra, Monique Ryan, Rachel Brice and others. Jun 2 at 9 pm. $25. Royal Cinema, 608 College. thedarksidestudio.com.
Prince Rama In The Wilderness Harbourfront Centre NextSteps and Menaka Thakkar Dance Theatre present a family-friendly Indian dance work based on the Ramayana. May 31-Jun 2. $25, child under 12 $10. Fleck Dance Theatre, 207 Queens Quay W. 416-973-4000, menakathakkardance.org.
Sitayana Harbourfront Centre NextSteps and Menaka Thakkar Dance Theatre present an Indian dance work based on the Ramayana retold from a feminist point of view. May 31-Jun 2. $30-$35, srs $25-$28, stu $15. Fleck Dance Theatre, 207 Queens Quay W. 416-973-4000, menakathakkardance.org.
Theatre
Annie by Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin (Drayton Entertainment). The red-haired orphan seeks a place to call home in this musical. Opens May 29 and runs to Jun 23. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Apprentice To Murder (Mysteriously Yours... Dinner Theatre). This dinner-theatre whodunit features corporate back-stabbing and boardroom intrigue. Opens Apr 20 and runs to Sep 15. $66-$71. 2026 Yonge. 416-486-7469, mysteriouslyyours.com.
Bring It On: The Musical by Jeff Whitty, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Tom Kitt and Amanda Green (Mirvish). This musical comedy looks at high school rivalries and friendship in the world of competitive cheerleading. Opens May 2 and runs to Jun 3. $35-$130, rush $25. Ed Mirvish Theatre, 244 Victoria. mirvish.com. NNNN (Glenn Sumi)
Bugzzz – A Cautionary Tale by William Mackwood (Out of the Box Productions). In a post-human world, insects find a copy of Puccini's Tosca and attempt to perform it in order to learn about humankind. Opens May 31 and runs to Jun 9. $17-$25. Wychwood Barns, 76 Wychwood. 416-537-4191, outoftheboxproductions.ca.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Dear World by Jerry Herman, Jerome Lawrence and Robert E Lee (Civic Light Opera Company). An eccentric old lady stands up to a corporation and saves the world in this musical. Opens May 23 and runs to Jun 9. $28. Fairview Library Theatre, 35 Fairview Mall. 416-755-1717, musictheatretoronto.com.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Green Door Cabaret Series (Lower Ossington Theatre). This series features cabaret performances by various artists. Opens May 11 and runs to Jun 9. $20-$30. 100A Ossington. lowerossingtontheatre.com/cabaret.
Home by David Storey (Soulpepper). The social interaction between five characters reveals their desire to belong and maintain human contact. Previews May 8-16. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 20. $51-$68, stu $32; rush $22/stu $5. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca.
The Hypochondriac by Molière (East Side Players). A man is obsessed with his imaginary ailments in this classic farce. Opens May 24 and runs to Jun 9. $20, stu $15. Papermill Theatre, 67 Pottery. 416-425-0917, eastsideplayers.ca.
InspiraTO Festival (Dominik Loncar). The annual festival of 10-minute plays presents works by Nina Ki, Robin Pond, Amina Henry, Greg Vovos, Nelson Yu, Stanley Toledo and others. Opens Jun 1 and runs to Jun 10. $12, four-show pass $38. Alumnae Theatre, 70 Berkeley. inspiratofestival.ca.
Islands by Graham Porter (draft89 theatre collective). In 2512, the survivors of a nuclear cataclysm try to keep civilization going in this play about the clash between utopia and human nature. Previews May 16. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 2. $30. Theatre Centre, 1087 Queen W. 416-538-0988, draft89.com.
Kim's Convenience by Ins Choi (Soulpepper). A Korean family in Toronto struggles with a bitter past and reconciliation. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 9. $22-$68. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca. NNNNN (Glenn Sumi)
Lost In Yonkers by Neil Simon (Harold Green Jewish Theatre). Marion Ross stars in Simon's play about two boys who must live with their harsh grandmother. Previews May 12-16. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 10. $42.50-$79.50. Jane Mallett Theatre, 27 Front E. 416-366-7723, hgjewishtheatre.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Nunsense II by Dan Goggin (Thousand Islands Playhouse). Success brings trouble for a group of singing nuns in this musical comedy. Previews May 11. Opens May 12 and runs to Jun 16. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Odysseo (Cavalia). Theatre artists and horses create a spectacle combining equestrian arts, stage arts and special effects. Opens May 15 and runs to Jun 17. $29.50-$119.50. White Big Top, 324 Cherry. 1-866-999-8111, cavalia.net.
Paul & Marie by Roberto Angelini (Two Snakes Productions). A couple risk their secure life to pursue fulfilling careers in the arts. Opens May 24 and runs to Jun 2. $25. George Ignatieff Theatre, 15 Devonshire. twosnakesproductions.com.
Pieces by Sarah Illiatovitch-Goldman (Cue6 Productions). The show's script sequence is randomly drawn before each performance in this play about sex and betrayal. Opens May 24 and runs to Jun 9. $20-$30. Unit 102 Theatre, 376 Dufferin. cue6.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Real World? by Michel Tremblay (Tarragon Theatre). A playwright draws on his family as the raw material for his first work. Previews Apr 24-May 1. Opens May 2 and runs to Jun 3. $21-$51. 30 Bridgman. 416-531-1827, tarragontheatre.com. NNNN (Jon Kaplan)
Rent by Jonathan Larson (Toronto Youth Theatre). Artists of NYC's Lower East Side struggle to make ends meet in the shadow of the AIDS epidemic in this musical. Opens May 24 and runs to Jun 16. $45-$60. Lower Ossington Theatre, 100A Ossington. 416-915-6747, lowerossingtontheatre.com.
Rent by Johnathan Larson (Theatre Sheridan). New York artists struggle to make ends meet in the shadow of the AIDS epidemic in this musical. Previews May 15. Opens May 16 and runs to Jun 3. $40-$60, stu rush $25. Panasonic Theatre, 651 Yonge. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com.
The Script-Tease Project (National Theatre of the World). Improvised plays will be created and performed based on two pages written by playwrights Maja Ardal, Michael Healey, Sky Gilbert, Scott Thompson, Ins Choi and others. Opens May 28 and runs to Jun 3. $20, stu $15. Theatre Passe Muraille, 16 Ryerson. 416-504-7529, thenationaltheatreoftheworld.com.
The Sound Of Music by Richard Rodgers, Oscar Hammerstein, Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse (Drayton Entertainment). An aspiring nun leaves the convent to govern the children of Captain von Trapp in this musical. Opens May 15 and runs to Jun 9. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Stockholm by Bryony Lavery (Seventh Stage Theatre Productions/Nightwood Theatre). Problems arise in a couple's rosy relationship in this play about the lines between love and lust, aggressor and victim. Previews May 11-13. Opens May 15 and runs to Jun 3. $15-$30. Tarragon Theatre, Extra Space, 30 Bridgman. 416-531-1827, seventhstageproductions.com/theatre.
Toronto Festival Of Clowns (Adam Lazarus/Dave McKay). This festival features clowns, bouffons and physical theatre performers including Phil Luzi, Sandra Battaglini, Shelley Marshall, Helen Donnelly, Morro & Jasp and others. May 31-Jun 3. $10. Pia Bouman Studio Theatre, 6 Noble. torontofestivalofclowns.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Uncle Vanya by Anton Chekhov (BackAlley Piano Production). The stale lives of a woman and her uncle on a rural estate are jarred by the return of her father and his new wife from the city. Opens May 30 and runs to Jun 2. $20, stu $15. Alumnae Theatre, Studio, 70 Berkeley. pianovanya.tumblr.com.
A Very Chris-terical 90s Cabaret (Theresa Hubbard/Chris Tsujiuchi). Stacey Maroske, Vaughn Harris, Wade Muir, Tsujiuchi and others perform a musical cabaret. Jun 1-2 at 8 pm. $10. Buddies in Bad Times Theatre, Tallulah's Cabaret, 12 Alexander. 416-975-8555.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
West Side Story by Arthur Laurents, Leonard Bernstein and Stephen Sondheim (Dancap Productions). A young man falls in love with a rival gang member's sister in this musical. Opens May 8 and runs to Jun 3. $51-$180. Toronto Centre for the Arts, 5040 Yonge. 416-644-3665, dancaptickets.com. NNN (Jon Kaplan)
You Can't Take It With You by George S Kaufman and Moss Hart (Soulpepper). An eccentric clan experiences unusual order when their daughter finds a fiancé from a conservative family. Previews Apr 19-25. Opens Apr 26 and runs to Jun 21. $51-$68, stu $32; rush $22/stu $5. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca. NNN (Jon Kaplan)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Sunday 3, June 2012
Comedy
Absolute Comedy presents Mike Dambra, Dred Lee and host Matt Billon. Opens May 31 and runs to Jun 3. $10-$15. 2335 Yonge. 416-486-7700, absolutecomedy.ca.
Comedy At 51 Kyra Williams presents a late-night comedy cabaret w/ Blair Streeter, Chris Roberts, Erik Bamberg, Brie Watson, K Trevor Wilson and Jim Kim. Jun 3 10 pm. Pwyc. Second City, 51 Mercer. 416-343-0011.
Happy Hour @ Ein-stein presents Matt Holmes, Rene Robichaud, Erik Bamberg, Rasul Somji, Adam Zed, Vida, Dan Lee, Nick Martinello, host Arie Kizel and others. Jun 3 8 pm. Free. Ein-Stein, 229 College. ein-stein.ca.
Live Wrong And ProsperSecond City presents its latest revue of sketches, songs and improvisations. Wed-Sat 8 pm, plus Fri & Sat 10:30 pm, Sun 7 pm. $24-$29, stu $15. 51 Mercer. 416-343-0011, secondcity.com. NNNN (Glenn Sumi)
Piece Of Garbage Sex Dungeon: A Night Of Sophisticated Comedy Revel Theatre Collective presents host John Hastings and improv by Simple and Dumb, Taller to Ride and Whoosh Pickle. Jun 3 8 pm. $5. Unit 102 Theatre, 376 Dufferin. reveltheatre.com.
Strip ComedyComedy Bar presents Matt Folliott and Georgea Brooks-Hancock. Opens Apr 1 9:30 pm, Jun 3 9:30 pm. $5. 945 Bloor W. comedybar.ca.
Sunday Night Live The Sketchersons present weekly sketch w/ guest hosts and musical acts. Sun 9:30 pm. $8. Comedy Bar, 945 Bloor W. thesketchersons.com.
Yuk Yuk's Downtown presents Pete Johansson. Opens May 30 and runs to Jun 3. $12-$20. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Dance
Guelph Contemporary Dance Festival The GCDF presents indoor and outdoor performances by companies from all over Canada, including Femmes du Feu, LINK Dance, Zata Omm Dance and others. Opens May 31 and runs to Jun 3. Various prices and passes, outdoor shows pwyc. River Run Centre, Exhibition Park, Dancetheatre David Earle and other venues, 35 Woolwich. guelphcontemporarydancefestival.com.
Hamlet The National Ballet of Canada presents Kevin O'Day's adaptation of the Shakespeare play. Opens Jun 1 and runs to Jun 10. $25-$234. Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts, 145 Queen W. 416-345-9595, national.ballet.ca.
Oplenac Gala Concert Serbian Cultural Association Oplenac presents traditional costumes, folk dance and music. Jun 3 at 6 pm. $20-$40. Living Arts Centre, 4141 Living Arts. 416-428-4994, oplenac.ca.
Theatre
Annie by Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin (Drayton Entertainment). The red-haired orphan seeks a place to call home in this musical. Opens May 29 and runs to Jun 23. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Bring It On: The Musical by Jeff Whitty, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Tom Kitt and Amanda Green (Mirvish). This musical comedy looks at high school rivalries and friendship in the world of competitive cheerleading. Opens May 2 and runs to Jun 3. $35-$130, rush $25. Ed Mirvish Theatre, 244 Victoria. mirvish.com. NNNN (Glenn Sumi)
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Dear World by Jerry Herman, Jerome Lawrence and Robert E Lee (Civic Light Opera Company). An eccentric old lady stands up to a corporation and saves the world in this musical. Opens May 23 and runs to Jun 9. $28. Fairview Library Theatre, 35 Fairview Mall. 416-755-1717, musictheatretoronto.com.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Home by David Storey (Soulpepper). The social interaction between five characters reveals their desire to belong and maintain human contact. Previews May 8-16. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 20. $51-$68, stu $32; rush $22/stu $5. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca.
The Hypochondriac by Molière (East Side Players). A man is obsessed with his imaginary ailments in this classic farce. Opens May 24 and runs to Jun 9. $20, stu $15. Papermill Theatre, 67 Pottery. 416-425-0917, eastsideplayers.ca.
Informing Content: Performance (Volcano Theatre). Workshop participants perform short, site-specific works throughout the building. Jun 3 from 6 to 8 pm. Free (space limited; RSVP). Jackman Humanities Institute, 170 St George. informingcontentday2.eventbrite.com.
InspiraTO Festival (Dominik Loncar). The annual festival of 10-minute plays presents works by Nina Ki, Robin Pond, Amina Henry, Greg Vovos, Nelson Yu, Stanley Toledo and others. Opens Jun 1 and runs to Jun 10. $12, four-show pass $38. Alumnae Theatre, 70 Berkeley. inspiratofestival.ca.
Kim's Convenience by Ins Choi (Soulpepper). A Korean family in Toronto struggles with a bitter past and reconciliation. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 9. $22-$68. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca. NNNNN (Glenn Sumi)
Lost In Yonkers by Neil Simon (Harold Green Jewish Theatre). Marion Ross stars in Simon's play about two boys who must live with their harsh grandmother. Previews May 12-16. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 10. $42.50-$79.50. Jane Mallett Theatre, 27 Front E. 416-366-7723, hgjewishtheatre.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Nunsense II by Dan Goggin (Thousand Islands Playhouse). Success brings trouble for a group of singing nuns in this musical comedy. Previews May 11. Opens May 12 and runs to Jun 16. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Odysseo (Cavalia). Theatre artists and horses create a spectacle combining equestrian arts, stage arts and special effects. Opens May 15 and runs to Jun 17. $29.50-$119.50. White Big Top, 324 Cherry. 1-866-999-8111, cavalia.net.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Real World? by Michel Tremblay (Tarragon Theatre). A playwright draws on his family as the raw material for his first work. Previews Apr 24-May 1. Opens May 2 and runs to Jun 3. $21-$51. 30 Bridgman. 416-531-1827, tarragontheatre.com. NNNN (Jon Kaplan)
Rent by Jonathan Larson (Toronto Youth Theatre). Artists of NYC's Lower East Side struggle to make ends meet in the shadow of the AIDS epidemic in this musical. Opens May 24 and runs to Jun 16. $45-$60. Lower Ossington Theatre, 100A Ossington. 416-915-6747, lowerossingtontheatre.com.
Rent by Johnathan Larson (Theatre Sheridan). New York artists struggle to make ends meet in the shadow of the AIDS epidemic in this musical. Previews May 15. Opens May 16 and runs to Jun 3. $40-$60, stu rush $25. Panasonic Theatre, 651 Yonge. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com.
The Script-Tease Project (National Theatre of the World). Improvised plays will be created and performed based on two pages written by playwrights Maja Ardal, Michael Healey, Sky Gilbert, Scott Thompson, Ins Choi and others. Opens May 28 and runs to Jun 3. $20, stu $15. Theatre Passe Muraille, 16 Ryerson. 416-504-7529, thenationaltheatreoftheworld.com.
Stockholm by Bryony Lavery (Seventh Stage Theatre Productions/Nightwood Theatre). Problems arise in a couple's rosy relationship in this play about the lines between love and lust, aggressor and victim. Previews May 11-13. Opens May 15 and runs to Jun 3. $15-$30. Tarragon Theatre, Extra Space, 30 Bridgman. 416-531-1827, seventhstageproductions.com/theatre.
Toronto Festival Of Clowns (Adam Lazarus/Dave McKay). This festival features clowns, bouffons and physical theatre performers including Phil Luzi, Sandra Battaglini, Shelley Marshall, Helen Donnelly, Morro & Jasp and others. May 31-Jun 3. $10. Pia Bouman Studio Theatre, 6 Noble. torontofestivalofclowns.com.
Toronto Monologue Slam (Trane Studio). Upcoming actors deliver intimate and energetic performances. Jun 3 at 7 pm. $10-$15. 2335 Yonge. toslam.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
West Side Story by Arthur Laurents, Leonard Bernstein and Stephen Sondheim (Dancap Productions). A young man falls in love with a rival gang member's sister in this musical. Opens May 8 and runs to Jun 3. $51-$180. Toronto Centre for the Arts, 5040 Yonge. 416-644-3665, dancaptickets.com. NNN (Jon Kaplan)
You Can't Take It With You by George S Kaufman and Moss Hart (Soulpepper). An eccentric clan experiences unusual order when their daughter finds a fiancé from a conservative family. Previews Apr 19-25. Opens Apr 26 and runs to Jun 21. $51-$68, stu $32; rush $22/stu $5. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca. NNN (Jon Kaplan)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Monday 4, June 2012
Comedy
ALTdot Comedy LoungeRivoli presents Dave Merheje, Graham Chittenden, Arthur Simeon, Eddie Della Siepe, Amanda Brooke Perrin, MC Mark Forward and others. 9 pm. Pwyc. Coming Soon... w/ Lauren Hammersley, Aaron Stern, Aastha Lal and others. 11 pm. Free. Jun 4. 332 Queen W. altdotcomedylounge.com.
Best. Monday. Ever.Second City presents a weekly show featuring sketch, songs and improvisation. Mon 8 pm. $14. 51 Mercer. 416-343-0011, secondcity.com.
Blair Streeter presents weekly open-mic stand-up comedy. Mon 9 pm. Free. Naughty Nadz, 1590 Dundas E. 905-232-5577.
Cheap Laughs MondayPJ O'Briens Irish Pub presents a weekly show w/ Russell Roy and guests. Mon 9 pm. Free. 39 Colborne. 416-815-7562.
It's The Dick Ridgeport Five Action Slacks presents a fusion of improv and music with surf rock band Luau or Die in this revue. Opens Jun 4 and runs to Jun 18. $10. Charlotte Room, 19 Charlotte. dickridgeport5.eventbrite.com.
The Jokebox Impulsive Entertainment presents comedy w/ the Short Form Richards, Adam David Regen, Andre Arruda, Lady Business, host Hunter Collins and others. Jun 4 8 pm. $5. Comedy Bar, 945 Bloor W. impulsiveent.com.
Stand-up At Sazerac presents a weekly stand-up show. Mon 9 pm. Free. Sazerac Gastro Lounge, 782 King W. 647-342-8866, sazerac.ca.
Dance
Native Sing And Dancing: The Importance Of Culture Native Canadian Centre of Toronto presents dancing, singing and drumming, followed by a discussion on preserving aboriginal culture and language. Jun 4 at 2 pm. Free. Toronto Reference Library, 789 Yonge. 416-393-7172.
Theatre
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Home by David Storey (Soulpepper). The social interaction between five characters reveals their desire to belong and maintain human contact. Previews May 8-16. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 20. $51-$68, stu $32; rush $22/stu $5. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca.
Kim's Convenience by Ins Choi (Soulpepper). A Korean family in Toronto struggles with a bitter past and reconciliation. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 9. $22-$68. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca. NNNNN (Glenn Sumi)
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
You Can't Take It With You by George S Kaufman and Moss Hart (Soulpepper). An eccentric clan experiences unusual order when their daughter finds a fiancé from a conservative family. Previews Apr 19-25. Opens Apr 26 and runs to Jun 21. $51-$68, stu $32; rush $22/stu $5. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca. NNN (Jon Kaplan)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Tuesday 5, June 2012
Comedy
Glam! Cancer Can Sux It Edition GLAM Cabaret presents a comedy/variety show w/ Sara Hennessey, John Hastings, Marilla Wex, Rachelle Elie, Emily Roach and musical guests. Jun 5 Doors 8 pm. $10 (proceeds to the Pat McFarlane Cancer Research Fdn). Supermarket, 268 Augusta. glamcabaret.blogspot.com.
I Heart JokesThe Central presents weekly comedy w/ host Evan Desmarais. Tue 7 pm. $5. 603 Markham. 416-913-4586.
The Second City's Improv All-StarsSecond City presents a fast-paced, completely improvised weekly show. Tue 8 pm. $20. 51 Mercer. 416-343-0011, secondcity.com.
SketchComedyLoungeRivoli presents The Headliner Series w/ Pink Slip, the Regulars, Emma Hunter, Newsdesk with Ron Sparks, MC Debra DiGiovanni and more. Opens Jun 5. Pwyc. 332 Queen W. sketchcomedylounge.com.
Standing On The DanforthEton House presents Andrew Johnston's Birthday Show w/ Eddie Della Siepe, Bryan Hatt, Dave Martin, Ron Josol, Julia Hladkowicz, Johnston, host Jo-Anna Downey and others. Jun 5 9 pm. Free. 710 Danforth. 416-466-6161.
Yuk Yuk's Downtown presents the Humber School of Comedy at 7:30 pm, and stand-up Amateur Night at 9:30 pm. Tue. $4. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Theatre
Annie by Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin (Drayton Entertainment). The red-haired orphan seeks a place to call home in this musical. Opens May 29 and runs to Jun 23. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Bugzzz – A Cautionary Tale by William Mackwood (Out of the Box Productions). In a post-human world, insects find a copy of Puccini's Tosca and attempt to perform it in order to learn about humankind. Opens May 31 and runs to Jun 9. $17-$25. Wychwood Barns, 76 Wychwood. 416-537-4191, outoftheboxproductions.ca.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Home by David Storey (Soulpepper). The social interaction between five characters reveals their desire to belong and maintain human contact. Previews May 8-16. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 20. $51-$68, stu $32; rush $22/stu $5. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca.
Kim's Convenience by Ins Choi (Soulpepper). A Korean family in Toronto struggles with a bitter past and reconciliation. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 9. $22-$68. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca. NNNNN (Glenn Sumi)
Lost In Yonkers by Neil Simon (Harold Green Jewish Theatre). Marion Ross stars in Simon's play about two boys who must live with their harsh grandmother. Previews May 12-16. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 10. $42.50-$79.50. Jane Mallett Theatre, 27 Front E. 416-366-7723, hgjewishtheatre.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Nunsense II by Dan Goggin (Thousand Islands Playhouse). Success brings trouble for a group of singing nuns in this musical comedy. Previews May 11. Opens May 12 and runs to Jun 16. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Odysseo (Cavalia). Theatre artists and horses create a spectacle combining equestrian arts, stage arts and special effects. Opens May 15 and runs to Jun 17. $29.50-$119.50. White Big Top, 324 Cherry. 1-866-999-8111, cavalia.net.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Sound Of Music by Richard Rodgers, Oscar Hammerstein, Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse (Drayton Entertainment). An aspiring nun leaves the convent to govern the children of Captain von Trapp in this musical. Opens May 15 and runs to Jun 9. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
The Wizard Of Oz by L Frank Baum, Harold Arlen and EY Harburg (Drayton Entertainment). A twister sends Dorothy over the rainbow in this musical based on the film. Opens Jun 5 and runs to Jun 23. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
You Can't Take It With You by George S Kaufman and Moss Hart (Soulpepper). An eccentric clan experiences unusual order when their daughter finds a fiancé from a conservative family. Previews Apr 19-25. Opens Apr 26 and runs to Jun 21. $51-$68, stu $32; rush $22/stu $5. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca. NNN (Jon Kaplan)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Wednesday 6, June 2012
Comedy
Absolute Comedy presents Pro-Am Night w/ Matt Billon, Dave Bath, Jess Beaulieu, Anto Chan, Magdalena, Yan Krupnik and host Ryan Maglunob. Jun 6 8:30 pm. $6. 2335 Yonge. 416-486-7700, absolutecomedy.ca.
Asiansploitation Goes Deep Asiansploitation presents a new sketch comedy revue. Opens Jun 6 and runs to Jun 9. $20 (uofttix.ca). George Ignatieff Theatre, 15 Devonshire. 416-978-8849, asiansploitation.com.
Chuckle Co. Presents Joel Buxton, Adrian Sawyer and DJ Demers present weekly stand-up. Wed 9 pm. $5. Comedy Bar, 945 Bloor W. 416-551-6540, comedybar.ca.
Comedy At The Ossington presents Todd Graham, Kirk Hicks, Matt Folliott, Kyle Dooley, Duncan Lincs, Tim Gilbert, Todd Van Allen, Peter Stevens and others. Jun 6 9 pm. Pwyc. The Ossington, 61 Ossington. 416-850-0161.
Humpday Humour Muoi Nene Productions present weekly Afrocentric comedy w/ Raïs Muoi and others. Wed 7 pm. Free. Hakuna Matata Sports Bar, 326 Parliament. 416-519-1569.
Live Wrong And ProsperSecond City presents its latest revue of sketches, songs and improvisations. Wed-Sat 8 pm, plus Fri & Sat 10:30 pm, Sun 7 pm. $24-$29, stu $15. 51 Mercer. 416-343-0011, secondcity.com. NNNN (Glenn Sumi)
Siren's ComedyCelt's Pub presents open-mic stand-up w/ Jake Leland and host Jason Schlesinger. Jun 6 8:30 pm. Free. 2872 Dundas W. 416-767-3339.
Spirits Comedy Night presents Debra DiGiovanni, Xerxes Cortez, Bryan Hatt, Matt Shury, Erik Bamburg, Peter Inskip, host Jo-Anna Downey and others. Jun 6 9 pm. Free. Spirits Bar & Grill, 642 Church. 416-967-0001.
Tacomedy Mark DeBonis presents weekly stand-up. Wed 10 pm. Pwyc. La Revolucion, 2848 Dundas W. iamnotmarkdebonis.com.
Yuk Yuk's Downtown presents Dom Pare. Opens Jun 6 and runs to Jun 10. $12-$20. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Dance
Hamlet The National Ballet of Canada presents Kevin O'Day's adaptation of the Shakespeare play. Opens Jun 1 and runs to Jun 10. $25-$234. Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts, 145 Queen W. 416-345-9595, national.ballet.ca.
Theatre
Annie by Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin (Drayton Entertainment). The red-haired orphan seeks a place to call home in this musical. Opens May 29 and runs to Jun 23. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Bugzzz – A Cautionary Tale by William Mackwood (Out of the Box Productions). In a post-human world, insects find a copy of Puccini's Tosca and attempt to perform it in order to learn about humankind. Opens May 31 and runs to Jun 9. $17-$25. Wychwood Barns, 76 Wychwood. 416-537-4191, outoftheboxproductions.ca.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Dear World by Jerry Herman, Jerome Lawrence and Robert E Lee (Civic Light Opera Company). An eccentric old lady stands up to a corporation and saves the world in this musical. Opens May 23 and runs to Jun 9. $28. Fairview Library Theatre, 35 Fairview Mall. 416-755-1717, musictheatretoronto.com.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Home by David Storey (Soulpepper). The social interaction between five characters reveals their desire to belong and maintain human contact. Previews May 8-16. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 20. $51-$68, stu $32; rush $22/stu $5. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca.
The Hypochondriac by Molière (East Side Players). A man is obsessed with his imaginary ailments in this classic farce. Opens May 24 and runs to Jun 9. $20, stu $15. Papermill Theatre, 67 Pottery. 416-425-0917, eastsideplayers.ca.
InspiraTO Festival (Dominik Loncar). The annual festival of 10-minute plays presents works by Nina Ki, Robin Pond, Amina Henry, Greg Vovos, Nelson Yu, Stanley Toledo and others. Opens Jun 1 and runs to Jun 10. $12, four-show pass $38. Alumnae Theatre, 70 Berkeley. inspiratofestival.ca.
Kim's Convenience by Ins Choi (Soulpepper). A Korean family in Toronto struggles with a bitter past and reconciliation. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 9. $22-$68. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca. NNNNN (Glenn Sumi)
Laura's Cow: The Legend of Laura Secord by Errol Gay and Michael Patrick Albano (Luminato/Canadian Children's Opera Company). This opera for all ages celebrates the myth and the reality of an iconic Canadian heroine. Previews Jun 6-7. Opens Jun 7 and runs to Jun 10. $35, srs $20, stu $15. Enwave Theatre, 231 Queens Quay W. 416-368-4849, luminato.com/events/laura.
Lost In Yonkers by Neil Simon (Harold Green Jewish Theatre). Marion Ross stars in Simon's play about two boys who must live with their harsh grandmother. Previews May 12-16. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 10. $42.50-$79.50. Jane Mallett Theatre, 27 Front E. 416-366-7723, hgjewishtheatre.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Nunsense II by Dan Goggin (Thousand Islands Playhouse). Success brings trouble for a group of singing nuns in this musical comedy. Previews May 11. Opens May 12 and runs to Jun 16. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Odysseo (Cavalia). Theatre artists and horses create a spectacle combining equestrian arts, stage arts and special effects. Opens May 15 and runs to Jun 17. $29.50-$119.50. White Big Top, 324 Cherry. 1-866-999-8111, cavalia.net.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Rent by Jonathan Larson (Toronto Youth Theatre). Artists of NYC's Lower East Side struggle to make ends meet in the shadow of the AIDS epidemic in this musical. Opens May 24 and runs to Jun 16. $45-$60. Lower Ossington Theatre, 100A Ossington. 416-915-6747, lowerossingtontheatre.com.
The Sound Of Music by Richard Rodgers, Oscar Hammerstein, Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse (Drayton Entertainment). An aspiring nun leaves the convent to govern the children of Captain von Trapp in this musical. Opens May 15 and runs to Jun 9. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
The Wizard Of Oz by L Frank Baum, Harold Arlen and EY Harburg (Drayton Entertainment). A twister sends Dorothy over the rainbow in this musical based on the film. Opens Jun 5 and runs to Jun 23. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
You Can't Take It With You by George S Kaufman and Moss Hart (Soulpepper). An eccentric clan experiences unusual order when their daughter finds a fiancé from a conservative family. Previews Apr 19-25. Opens Apr 26 and runs to Jun 21. $51-$68, stu $32; rush $22/stu $5. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca. NNN (Jon Kaplan)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Thursday 7, June 2012
Comedy
Asiansploitation Goes Deep Asiansploitation presents a new sketch comedy revue. Opens Jun 6 and runs to Jun 9. $20 (uofttix.ca). George Ignatieff Theatre, 15 Devonshire. 416-978-8849, asiansploitation.com.
Comedy ThursdaysThe Starving Artist presents a weekly showcase w/ host Natasha Henderson. Thu 9 pm. Free. 584 Lansdowne. 647-342-5058, starvingartistbar.com.
Guilty Of Being Funny presents weekly stand-up w/ hosts Andrew Fox and Jamie O'Connor. Thu 10 pm. Free. Hot Wings, 563 Queen W. 416-359-8860.
The Improv ShowComedy Bar presents Lauren Ash, Jan Caruana, Kerry Griffin, Kayla Lorette, Carmine Lucarelli, Jerry Schaefer and Leslie Seiler. Thu 8 pm. $5. 945 Bloor W. comedybar.ca.
Launchpad Comedy presents a weekly show. Thu 8:30 pm. Free. White Swan, 836 Danforth. 416-463-8089.
Live Wrong And ProsperSecond City presents its latest revue of sketches, songs and improvisations. Wed-Sat 8 pm, plus Fri & Sat 10:30 pm, Sun 7 pm. $24-$29, stu $15. 51 Mercer. 416-343-0011, secondcity.com. NNNN (Glenn Sumi)
Stoner ComedyHot Box Cafe presents a weekly show w/ host Jillian Thomas. Thu 7 pm. $5. 191A Baldwin. hotboxcafe.ca.
The Tasty Show presents weekly stand-up w/ host Jeffrey Danson. Thu 10 pm. Free. La Revolucion, 2848 Dundas W. 416-766-0746.
Yuk Yuk's Downtown presents Dom Pare. Opens Jun 6 and runs to Jun 10. $12-$20. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Yuk Yuk's Vaughan presents Darrin Rose. Jun 7-9. $12-$20. 70 Interchange Way. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Yuk Yuk's West presents Double The Fun w/ Laurie Elliott and Steve Dylan. Jun 7-9. $12-$20. 5165 Dixie. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Dance
Hamlet The National Ballet of Canada presents Kevin O'Day's adaptation of the Shakespeare play. Opens Jun 1 and runs to Jun 10. $25-$234. Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts, 145 Queen W. 416-345-9595, national.ballet.ca.
Toronto Tango Festival Elizabeth Sadowska and Rhythm & Motion Dance Studio present a celebration of Argentine tango with workshops, practice sessions and performances. Jun 7-10. $10-$30, workshops extra, passes available. Lithuanian House, 1573 Bloor W. 416-240-0808, torontotangofestival.com.
Theatre
Annie by Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin (Drayton Entertainment). The red-haired orphan seeks a place to call home in this musical. Opens May 29 and runs to Jun 23. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Bugzzz – A Cautionary Tale by William Mackwood (Out of the Box Productions). In a post-human world, insects find a copy of Puccini's Tosca and attempt to perform it in order to learn about humankind. Opens May 31 and runs to Jun 9. $17-$25. Wychwood Barns, 76 Wychwood. 416-537-4191, outoftheboxproductions.ca.
Cabaret by Joe Masteroff, John Kander and Fred Ebb (CATS Mainstage Theatre Company). An American writer falls for a nightclub singer in Nazi-era Berlin. Jun 7-10. $30, stu $15. Theatre Passe Muraille, 16 Ryerson. 416-504-7529, catsmainstage.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Dear World by Jerry Herman, Jerome Lawrence and Robert E Lee (Civic Light Opera Company). An eccentric old lady stands up to a corporation and saves the world in this musical. Opens May 23 and runs to Jun 9. $28. Fairview Library Theatre, 35 Fairview Mall. 416-755-1717, musictheatretoronto.com.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Home by David Storey (Soulpepper). The social interaction between five characters reveals their desire to belong and maintain human contact. Previews May 8-16. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 20. $51-$68, stu $32; rush $22/stu $5. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca.
Hotbed Hotel by Michael Parker (Upper Canada Playhouse). Hotel staff pose as guests to lure a buyer for the rundown property in this comedy. Previews Jun 7-8. Opens Jun 9 and runs to Jul 1. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
The Hypochondriac by Molière (East Side Players). A man is obsessed with his imaginary ailments in this classic farce. Opens May 24 and runs to Jun 9. $20, stu $15. Papermill Theatre, 67 Pottery. 416-425-0917, eastsideplayers.ca.
InspiraTO Festival (Dominik Loncar). The annual festival of 10-minute plays presents works by Nina Ki, Robin Pond, Amina Henry, Greg Vovos, Nelson Yu, Stanley Toledo and others. Opens Jun 1 and runs to Jun 10. $12, four-show pass $38. Alumnae Theatre, 70 Berkeley. inspiratofestival.ca.
Kim's Convenience by Ins Choi (Soulpepper). A Korean family in Toronto struggles with a bitter past and reconciliation. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 9. $22-$68. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca. NNNNN (Glenn Sumi)
Laura's Cow: The Legend of Laura Secord by Errol Gay and Michael Patrick Albano (Luminato/Canadian Children's Opera Company). This opera for all ages celebrates the myth and the reality of an iconic Canadian heroine. Previews Jun 6-7. Opens Jun 7 and runs to Jun 10. $35, srs $20, stu $15. Enwave Theatre, 231 Queens Quay W. 416-368-4849, luminato.com/events/laura.
The Lawyer Show: Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Nightwood Theatre). Toronto lawyers perform the classic romance comedy in this funder for Nightwood. Jun 7-9. $55. Berkeley Street Theatre, 26 Berkeley. 416-944-1740 ext 5, nightwoodtheatre.net.
Lost In Yonkers by Neil Simon (Harold Green Jewish Theatre). Marion Ross stars in Simon's play about two boys who must live with their harsh grandmother. Previews May 12-16. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 10. $42.50-$79.50. Jane Mallett Theatre, 27 Front E. 416-366-7723, hgjewishtheatre.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Nunsense II by Dan Goggin (Thousand Islands Playhouse). Success brings trouble for a group of singing nuns in this musical comedy. Previews May 11. Opens May 12 and runs to Jun 16. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Odysseo (Cavalia). Theatre artists and horses create a spectacle combining equestrian arts, stage arts and special effects. Opens May 15 and runs to Jun 17. $29.50-$119.50. White Big Top, 324 Cherry. 1-866-999-8111, cavalia.net.
Pieces by Sarah Illiatovitch-Goldman (Cue6 Productions). The show's script sequence is randomly drawn before each performance in this play about sex and betrayal. Opens May 24 and runs to Jun 9. $20-$30. Unit 102 Theatre, 376 Dufferin. cue6.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Rent by Jonathan Larson (Toronto Youth Theatre). Artists of NYC's Lower East Side struggle to make ends meet in the shadow of the AIDS epidemic in this musical. Opens May 24 and runs to Jun 16. $45-$60. Lower Ossington Theatre, 100A Ossington. 416-915-6747, lowerossingtontheatre.com.
The Sound Of Music by Richard Rodgers, Oscar Hammerstein, Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse (Drayton Entertainment). An aspiring nun leaves the convent to govern the children of Captain von Trapp in this musical. Opens May 15 and runs to Jun 9. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
The Wizard Of Oz by L Frank Baum, Harold Arlen and EY Harburg (Drayton Entertainment). A twister sends Dorothy over the rainbow in this musical based on the film. Opens Jun 5 and runs to Jun 23. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
You Can't Take It With You by George S Kaufman and Moss Hart (Soulpepper). An eccentric clan experiences unusual order when their daughter finds a fiancé from a conservative family. Previews Apr 19-25. Opens Apr 26 and runs to Jun 21. $51-$68, stu $32; rush $22/stu $5. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca. NNN (Jon Kaplan)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Friday 8, June 2012
Comedy
Asiansploitation Goes Deep Asiansploitation presents a new sketch comedy revue. Opens Jun 6 and runs to Jun 9. $20 (uofttix.ca). George Ignatieff Theatre, 15 Devonshire. 416-978-8849, asiansploitation.com.
Catch23Comedy Bar presents weekly competitive improv. Fri 8 pm. $8. 945 Bloor W. 416-551-6540, comedybar.ca.
Live Wrong And ProsperSecond City presents its latest revue of sketches, songs and improvisations. Wed-Sat 8 pm, plus Fri & Sat 10:30 pm, Sun 7 pm. $24-$29, stu $15. 51 Mercer. 416-343-0011, secondcity.com. NNNN (Glenn Sumi)
Naked FridaysJohn Candy Box Theatre presents weekly improv, sketch, stand-up and music. Fri 9 pm. Pwyc. 70 Peter. scnakedfridays@gmail.com.
The No Name Comedy ShowThe Bar with No Name presents weekly comedy and people talking loudly w/ host Matt Shury. Fri 9:30 pm. Free. 1651 Bloor W. 416-997-6045.
Yuk Yuk's Downtown presents Dom Pare. Opens Jun 6 and runs to Jun 10. $12-$20. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Yuk Yuk's Vaughan presents Darrin Rose. Jun 7-9. $12-$20. 70 Interchange Way. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Yuk Yuk's West presents Double The Fun w/ Laurie Elliott and Steve Dylan. Jun 7-9. $12-$20. 5165 Dixie. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Dance
Hamlet The National Ballet of Canada presents Kevin O'Day's adaptation of the Shakespeare play. Opens Jun 1 and runs to Jun 10. $25-$234. Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts, 145 Queen W. 416-345-9595, national.ballet.ca.
Toronto Tango Festival Elizabeth Sadowska and Rhythm & Motion Dance Studio present a celebration of Argentine tango with workshops, practice sessions and performances. Jun 7-10. $10-$30, workshops extra, passes available. Lithuanian House, 1573 Bloor W. 416-240-0808, torontotangofestival.com.
Theatre
The Alpha Project (Luminato). British magician Banachek performs psychokinesis, telepathy, hypnotism and more. Jun 8-10. $35-$45. Fleck Dance Theatre, 207 Queens Quay W. 416-368-4849, luminato.com.
Annie by Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin (Drayton Entertainment). The red-haired orphan seeks a place to call home in this musical. Opens May 29 and runs to Jun 23. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Apprentice To Murder (Mysteriously Yours... Dinner Theatre). This dinner-theatre whodunit features corporate back-stabbing and boardroom intrigue. Opens Apr 20 and runs to Sep 15. $66-$71. 2026 Yonge. 416-486-7469, mysteriouslyyours.com.
La Belle Et La Bête: A Contemporary Retelling by Michel Lemieux and Victor Pilon (Luminato/Lemieux Pilon 4D Art). Theatre, film, dance, visual art, poetry, music and sound are used to tell an archetypal story of the redemptive power of love. Opens Jun 8 and runs to Jun 12. $49-$99. Bluma Appel Theatre, 27 Front E. 416-368-4849, luminato.com/events/belle.
Bugzzz – A Cautionary Tale by William Mackwood (Out of the Box Productions). In a post-human world, insects find a copy of Puccini's Tosca and attempt to perform it in order to learn about humankind. Opens May 31 and runs to Jun 9. $17-$25. Wychwood Barns, 76 Wychwood. 416-537-4191, outoftheboxproductions.ca.
Cabaret by Joe Masteroff, John Kander and Fred Ebb (CATS Mainstage Theatre Company). An American writer falls for a nightclub singer in Nazi-era Berlin. Jun 7-10. $30, stu $15. Theatre Passe Muraille, 16 Ryerson. 416-504-7529, catsmainstage.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Dear World by Jerry Herman, Jerome Lawrence and Robert E Lee (Civic Light Opera Company). An eccentric old lady stands up to a corporation and saves the world in this musical. Opens May 23 and runs to Jun 9. $28. Fairview Library Theatre, 35 Fairview Mall. 416-755-1717, musictheatretoronto.com.
Einstein On The Beach by Robert Wilson and Philip Glass (Luminato/Pomegranate Arts). This opera in four acts blends music, poetry and abstract dance to create a dreamlike experience. Jun 8-10. $25-$175. Sony Centre for the Performing Arts, 1 Front E. 416-368-4849, luminato.com/events/einstein.
The Elephant Man by Bernard Pomerance (Guelph Youth Theatre). This modernized take on the story looks at insecurity and intolerance. Jun 8 at 8 pm. $15, stu $10. Guelph Youth Music Centre, 75 Cardigan. kwyouththeatre.com.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Green Door Cabaret Series (Lower Ossington Theatre). This series features cabaret performances by various artists. Opens May 11 and runs to Jun 9. $20-$30. 100A Ossington. lowerossingtontheatre.com/cabaret.
Home by David Storey (Soulpepper). The social interaction between five characters reveals their desire to belong and maintain human contact. Previews May 8-16. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 20. $51-$68, stu $32; rush $22/stu $5. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca.
Hotbed Hotel by Michael Parker (Upper Canada Playhouse). Hotel staff pose as guests to lure a buyer for the rundown property in this comedy. Previews Jun 7-8. Opens Jun 9 and runs to Jul 1. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
The Hypochondriac by Molière (East Side Players). A man is obsessed with his imaginary ailments in this classic farce. Opens May 24 and runs to Jun 9. $20, stu $15. Papermill Theatre, 67 Pottery. 416-425-0917, eastsideplayers.ca.
InspiraTO Festival (Dominik Loncar). The annual festival of 10-minute plays presents works by Nina Ki, Robin Pond, Amina Henry, Greg Vovos, Nelson Yu, Stanley Toledo and others. Opens Jun 1 and runs to Jun 10. $12, four-show pass $38. Alumnae Theatre, 70 Berkeley. inspiratofestival.ca.
Kim's Convenience by Ins Choi (Soulpepper). A Korean family in Toronto struggles with a bitter past and reconciliation. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 9. $22-$68. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca. NNNNN (Glenn Sumi)
Laura's Cow: The Legend of Laura Secord by Errol Gay and Michael Patrick Albano (Luminato/Canadian Children's Opera Company). This opera for all ages celebrates the myth and the reality of an iconic Canadian heroine. Previews Jun 6-7. Opens Jun 7 and runs to Jun 10. $35, srs $20, stu $15. Enwave Theatre, 231 Queens Quay W. 416-368-4849, luminato.com/events/laura.
The Lawyer Show: Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Nightwood Theatre). Toronto lawyers perform the classic romance comedy in this funder for Nightwood. Jun 7-9. $55. Berkeley Street Theatre, 26 Berkeley. 416-944-1740 ext 5, nightwoodtheatre.net.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Nunsense II by Dan Goggin (Thousand Islands Playhouse). Success brings trouble for a group of singing nuns in this musical comedy. Previews May 11. Opens May 12 and runs to Jun 16. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Odysseo (Cavalia). Theatre artists and horses create a spectacle combining equestrian arts, stage arts and special effects. Opens May 15 and runs to Jun 17. $29.50-$119.50. White Big Top, 324 Cherry. 1-866-999-8111, cavalia.net.
Pieces by Sarah Illiatovitch-Goldman (Cue6 Productions). The show's script sequence is randomly drawn before each performance in this play about sex and betrayal. Opens May 24 and runs to Jun 9. $20-$30. Unit 102 Theatre, 376 Dufferin. cue6.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Rent by Jonathan Larson (Toronto Youth Theatre). Artists of NYC's Lower East Side struggle to make ends meet in the shadow of the AIDS epidemic in this musical. Opens May 24 and runs to Jun 16. $45-$60. Lower Ossington Theatre, 100A Ossington. 416-915-6747, lowerossingtontheatre.com.
The Sound Of Music by Richard Rodgers, Oscar Hammerstein, Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse (Drayton Entertainment). An aspiring nun leaves the convent to govern the children of Captain von Trapp in this musical. Opens May 15 and runs to Jun 9. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Top Gun! The Musical by Denis McGrath and Scott White (Lower Ossington Theatre). A director tries to keep his musical adaptation of the film afloat in this revival of the 2002 Fringe Fest hit musical. Opens Jun 8 and runs to Jun 29. $35. 100A Ossington. 416-915-6747, lowerossingtontheatre.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
The Wizard Of Oz by L Frank Baum, Harold Arlen and EY Harburg (Drayton Entertainment). A twister sends Dorothy over the rainbow in this musical based on the film. Opens Jun 5 and runs to Jun 23. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
You Can't Take It With You by George S Kaufman and Moss Hart (Soulpepper). An eccentric clan experiences unusual order when their daughter finds a fiancé from a conservative family. Previews Apr 19-25. Opens Apr 26 and runs to Jun 21. $51-$68, stu $32; rush $22/stu $5. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca. NNN (Jon Kaplan)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Saturday 9, June 2012
Comedy
Asiansploitation Goes Deep Asiansploitation presents a new sketch comedy revue. Opens Jun 6 and runs to Jun 9. $20 (uofttix.ca). George Ignatieff Theatre, 15 Devonshire. 416-978-8849, asiansploitation.com.
Live Wrong And ProsperSecond City presents its latest revue of sketches, songs and improvisations. Wed-Sat 8 pm, plus Fri & Sat 10:30 pm, Sun 7 pm. $24-$29, stu $15. 51 Mercer. 416-343-0011, secondcity.com. NNNN (Glenn Sumi)
The Return Of Monkey ToastComedy Bar presents the improvised talk show w/ the Monkey Toast Players and host Ron Tite. Mar 10 8 pm, May 12 8 pm, Jun 9 8 pm. $10. 945 Bloor W. comedybar.ca.
Smash Hit Opening Night Theatre presents a weekly improvised musical. Sat 7:30 pm. Pwyc. Augusta House, 152 Augusta. openingnighttheatre.com.
Yuk Yuk's Downtown presents Dom Pare. Opens Jun 6 and runs to Jun 10. $12-$20. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Yuk Yuk's Vaughan presents Darrin Rose. Jun 7-9. $12-$20. 70 Interchange Way. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Yuk Yuk's West presents Double The Fun w/ Laurie Elliott and Steve Dylan. Jun 7-9. $12-$20. 5165 Dixie. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Dance
Beastie Boys Ballet – Part 1 Toronto Buddhism presents dance by Smiling Flowers and MU-La Dancers in memory of Adam Yauch. Jun 9 at 3:30 pm. Free. Mel Lastman Square, 5100 Yonge. 416-604-5711.
Hamlet The National Ballet of Canada presents Kevin O'Day's adaptation of the Shakespeare play. Opens Jun 1 and runs to Jun 10. $25-$234. Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts, 145 Queen W. 416-345-9595, national.ballet.ca.
Toronto Tango Festival Elizabeth Sadowska and Rhythm & Motion Dance Studio present a celebration of Argentine tango with workshops, practice sessions and performances. Jun 7-10. $10-$30, workshops extra, passes available. Lithuanian House, 1573 Bloor W. 416-240-0808, torontotangofestival.com.
Theatre
The Alpha Project (Luminato). British magician Banachek performs psychokinesis, telepathy, hypnotism and more. Jun 8-10. $35-$45. Fleck Dance Theatre, 207 Queens Quay W. 416-368-4849, luminato.com.
Annie by Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin (Drayton Entertainment). The red-haired orphan seeks a place to call home in this musical. Opens May 29 and runs to Jun 23. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Apprentice To Murder (Mysteriously Yours... Dinner Theatre). This dinner-theatre whodunit features corporate back-stabbing and boardroom intrigue. Opens Apr 20 and runs to Sep 15. $66-$71. 2026 Yonge. 416-486-7469, mysteriouslyyours.com.
La Belle Et La Bête: A Contemporary Retelling by Michel Lemieux and Victor Pilon (Luminato/Lemieux Pilon 4D Art). Theatre, film, dance, visual art, poetry, music and sound are used to tell an archetypal story of the redemptive power of love. Opens Jun 8 and runs to Jun 12. $49-$99. Bluma Appel Theatre, 27 Front E. 416-368-4849, luminato.com/events/belle.
Bugzzz – A Cautionary Tale by William Mackwood (Out of the Box Productions). In a post-human world, insects find a copy of Puccini's Tosca and attempt to perform it in order to learn about humankind. Opens May 31 and runs to Jun 9. $17-$25. Wychwood Barns, 76 Wychwood. 416-537-4191, outoftheboxproductions.ca.
Cabaret by Joe Masteroff, John Kander and Fred Ebb (CATS Mainstage Theatre Company). An American writer falls for a nightclub singer in Nazi-era Berlin. Jun 7-10. $30, stu $15. Theatre Passe Muraille, 16 Ryerson. 416-504-7529, catsmainstage.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Dear World by Jerry Herman, Jerome Lawrence and Robert E Lee (Civic Light Opera Company). An eccentric old lady stands up to a corporation and saves the world in this musical. Opens May 23 and runs to Jun 9. $28. Fairview Library Theatre, 35 Fairview Mall. 416-755-1717, musictheatretoronto.com.
Einstein On The Beach by Robert Wilson and Philip Glass (Luminato/Pomegranate Arts). This opera in four acts blends music, poetry and abstract dance to create a dreamlike experience. Jun 8-10. $25-$175. Sony Centre for the Performing Arts, 1 Front E. 416-368-4849, luminato.com/events/einstein.
The Elephant Man by Bernard Pomerance (Guelph Youth Theatre). This modernized take on the story looks at insecurity and intolerance. Jun 9 at 4 pm. $15, stu $10. Conrad Centre, 36 King W. kwyouththeatre.com.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Green Door Cabaret Series (Lower Ossington Theatre). This series features cabaret performances by various artists. Opens May 11 and runs to Jun 9. $20-$30. 100A Ossington. lowerossingtontheatre.com/cabaret.
Home by David Storey (Soulpepper). The social interaction between five characters reveals their desire to belong and maintain human contact. Previews May 8-16. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 20. $51-$68, stu $32; rush $22/stu $5. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca.
Hotbed Hotel by Michael Parker (Upper Canada Playhouse). Hotel staff pose as guests to lure a buyer for the rundown property in this comedy. Previews Jun 7-8. Opens Jun 9 and runs to Jul 1. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
The Hypochondriac by Molière (East Side Players). A man is obsessed with his imaginary ailments in this classic farce. Opens May 24 and runs to Jun 9. $20, stu $15. Papermill Theatre, 67 Pottery. 416-425-0917, eastsideplayers.ca.
InspiraTO Festival (Dominik Loncar). The annual festival of 10-minute plays presents works by Nina Ki, Robin Pond, Amina Henry, Greg Vovos, Nelson Yu, Stanley Toledo and others. Opens Jun 1 and runs to Jun 10. $12, four-show pass $38. Alumnae Theatre, 70 Berkeley. inspiratofestival.ca.
Kim's Convenience by Ins Choi (Soulpepper). A Korean family in Toronto struggles with a bitter past and reconciliation. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 9. $22-$68. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca. NNNNN (Glenn Sumi)
Laura's Cow: The Legend of Laura Secord by Errol Gay and Michael Patrick Albano (Luminato/Canadian Children's Opera Company). This opera for all ages celebrates the myth and the reality of an iconic Canadian heroine. Previews Jun 6-7. Opens Jun 7 and runs to Jun 10. $35, srs $20, stu $15. Enwave Theatre, 231 Queens Quay W. 416-368-4849, luminato.com/events/laura.
The Lawyer Show: Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Nightwood Theatre). Toronto lawyers perform the classic romance comedy in this funder for Nightwood. Jun 7-9. $55. Berkeley Street Theatre, 26 Berkeley. 416-944-1740 ext 5, nightwoodtheatre.net.
Lost In Yonkers by Neil Simon (Harold Green Jewish Theatre). Marion Ross stars in Simon's play about two boys who must live with their harsh grandmother. Previews May 12-16. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 10. $42.50-$79.50. Jane Mallett Theatre, 27 Front E. 416-366-7723, hgjewishtheatre.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Nunsense II by Dan Goggin (Thousand Islands Playhouse). Success brings trouble for a group of singing nuns in this musical comedy. Previews May 11. Opens May 12 and runs to Jun 16. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Odysseo (Cavalia). Theatre artists and horses create a spectacle combining equestrian arts, stage arts and special effects. Opens May 15 and runs to Jun 17. $29.50-$119.50. White Big Top, 324 Cherry. 1-866-999-8111, cavalia.net.
Pieces by Sarah Illiatovitch-Goldman (Cue6 Productions). The show's script sequence is randomly drawn before each performance in this play about sex and betrayal. Opens May 24 and runs to Jun 9. $20-$30. Unit 102 Theatre, 376 Dufferin. cue6.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Rent by Jonathan Larson (Toronto Youth Theatre). Artists of NYC's Lower East Side struggle to make ends meet in the shadow of the AIDS epidemic in this musical. Opens May 24 and runs to Jun 16. $45-$60. Lower Ossington Theatre, 100A Ossington. 416-915-6747, lowerossingtontheatre.com.
Romeo And Juliet by William Shakespeare (KW Youth Theatre). Young lovers are thwarted by their feuding families in the classic tragedy. Jun 9 at noon and 8 pm. $15, stu $10. Conrad Centre, 36 King W. kwyouththeatre.com.
The Sound Of Music by Richard Rodgers, Oscar Hammerstein, Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse (Drayton Entertainment). An aspiring nun leaves the convent to govern the children of Captain von Trapp in this musical. Opens May 15 and runs to Jun 9. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
That 60's Show (Bellbottom Productions). This multimedia musical revue revives the music, fashion and culture of the 1960s. Jun 9 at 8 pm. $30-$60. The Music Hall, 147 Danforth. ticketmaster.ca.
Top Gun! The Musical by Denis McGrath and Scott White (Lower Ossington Theatre). A director tries to keep his musical adaptation of the film afloat in this revival of the 2002 Fringe Fest hit musical. Opens Jun 8 and runs to Jun 29. $35. 100A Ossington. 416-915-6747, lowerossingtontheatre.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
The Wizard Of Oz by L Frank Baum, Harold Arlen and EY Harburg (Drayton Entertainment). A twister sends Dorothy over the rainbow in this musical based on the film. Opens Jun 5 and runs to Jun 23. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
You Can't Take It With You by George S Kaufman and Moss Hart (Soulpepper). An eccentric clan experiences unusual order when their daughter finds a fiancé from a conservative family. Previews Apr 19-25. Opens Apr 26 and runs to Jun 21. $51-$68, stu $32; rush $22/stu $5. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca. NNN (Jon Kaplan)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Sunday 10, June 2012
Comedy
Live Wrong And ProsperSecond City presents its latest revue of sketches, songs and improvisations. Wed-Sat 8 pm, plus Fri & Sat 10:30 pm, Sun 7 pm. $24-$29, stu $15. 51 Mercer. 416-343-0011, secondcity.com. NNNN (Glenn Sumi)
Sunday Night Live The Sketchersons present weekly sketch w/ guest hosts and musical acts. Sun 9:30 pm. $8. Comedy Bar, 945 Bloor W. thesketchersons.com.
Yuk Yuk's Downtown presents Dom Pare. Opens Jun 6 and runs to Jun 10. $12-$20. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Dance
Hamlet The National Ballet of Canada presents Kevin O'Day's adaptation of the Shakespeare play. Opens Jun 1 and runs to Jun 10. $25-$234. Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts, 145 Queen W. 416-345-9595, national.ballet.ca.
Toronto Tango Festival Elizabeth Sadowska and Rhythm & Motion Dance Studio present a celebration of Argentine tango with workshops, practice sessions and performances. Jun 7-10. $10-$30, workshops extra, passes available. Lithuanian House, 1573 Bloor W. 416-240-0808, torontotangofestival.com.
Theatre
The Alpha Project (Luminato). British magician Banachek performs psychokinesis, telepathy, hypnotism and more. Jun 8-10. $35-$45. Fleck Dance Theatre, 207 Queens Quay W. 416-368-4849, luminato.com.
Annie by Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin (Drayton Entertainment). The red-haired orphan seeks a place to call home in this musical. Opens May 29 and runs to Jun 23. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
La Belle Et La Bête: A Contemporary Retelling by Michel Lemieux and Victor Pilon (Luminato/Lemieux Pilon 4D Art). Theatre, film, dance, visual art, poetry, music and sound are used to tell an archetypal story of the redemptive power of love. Opens Jun 8 and runs to Jun 12. $49-$99. Bluma Appel Theatre, 27 Front E. 416-368-4849, luminato.com/events/belle.
Cabaret by Joe Masteroff, John Kander and Fred Ebb (CATS Mainstage Theatre Company). An American writer falls for a nightclub singer in Nazi-era Berlin. Jun 7-10. $30, stu $15. Theatre Passe Muraille, 16 Ryerson. 416-504-7529, catsmainstage.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Einstein On The Beach by Robert Wilson and Philip Glass (Luminato/Pomegranate Arts). This opera in four acts blends music, poetry and abstract dance to create a dreamlike experience. Jun 8-10. $25-$175. Sony Centre for the Performing Arts, 1 Front E. 416-368-4849, luminato.com/events/einstein.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Home by David Storey (Soulpepper). The social interaction between five characters reveals their desire to belong and maintain human contact. Previews May 8-16. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 20. $51-$68, stu $32; rush $22/stu $5. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca.
Hotbed Hotel by Michael Parker (Upper Canada Playhouse). Hotel staff pose as guests to lure a buyer for the rundown property in this comedy. Previews Jun 7-8. Opens Jun 9 and runs to Jul 1. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
InspiraTO Festival (Dominik Loncar). The annual festival of 10-minute plays presents works by Nina Ki, Robin Pond, Amina Henry, Greg Vovos, Nelson Yu, Stanley Toledo and others. Opens Jun 1 and runs to Jun 10. $12, four-show pass $38. Alumnae Theatre, 70 Berkeley. inspiratofestival.ca.
Laura's Cow: The Legend of Laura Secord by Errol Gay and Michael Patrick Albano (Luminato/Canadian Children's Opera Company). This opera for all ages celebrates the myth and the reality of an iconic Canadian heroine. Previews Jun 6-7. Opens Jun 7 and runs to Jun 10. $35, srs $20, stu $15. Enwave Theatre, 231 Queens Quay W. 416-368-4849, luminato.com/events/laura.
Lost In Yonkers by Neil Simon (Harold Green Jewish Theatre). Marion Ross stars in Simon's play about two boys who must live with their harsh grandmother. Previews May 12-16. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 10. $42.50-$79.50. Jane Mallett Theatre, 27 Front E. 416-366-7723, hgjewishtheatre.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Nunsense II by Dan Goggin (Thousand Islands Playhouse). Success brings trouble for a group of singing nuns in this musical comedy. Previews May 11. Opens May 12 and runs to Jun 16. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Odysseo (Cavalia). Theatre artists and horses create a spectacle combining equestrian arts, stage arts and special effects. Opens May 15 and runs to Jun 17. $29.50-$119.50. White Big Top, 324 Cherry. 1-866-999-8111, cavalia.net.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Rent by Jonathan Larson (Toronto Youth Theatre). Artists of NYC's Lower East Side struggle to make ends meet in the shadow of the AIDS epidemic in this musical. Opens May 24 and runs to Jun 16. $45-$60. Lower Ossington Theatre, 100A Ossington. 416-915-6747, lowerossingtontheatre.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
You Can't Take It With You by George S Kaufman and Moss Hart (Soulpepper). An eccentric clan experiences unusual order when their daughter finds a fiancé from a conservative family. Previews Apr 19-25. Opens Apr 26 and runs to Jun 21. $51-$68, stu $32; rush $22/stu $5. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca. NNN (Jon Kaplan)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Monday 11, June 2012
Comedy
Best. Monday. Ever.Second City presents a weekly show featuring sketch, songs and improvisation. Mon 8 pm. $14. 51 Mercer. 416-343-0011, secondcity.com.
Blair Streeter presents weekly open-mic stand-up comedy. Mon 9 pm. Free. Naughty Nadz, 1590 Dundas E. 905-232-5577.
Cheap Laughs MondayPJ O'Briens Irish Pub presents a weekly show w/ Russell Roy and guests. Mon 9 pm. Free. 39 Colborne. 416-815-7562.
It's The Dick Ridgeport Five Action Slacks presents a fusion of improv and music with surf rock band Luau or Die in this revue. Opens Jun 4 and runs to Jun 18. $10. Charlotte Room, 19 Charlotte. dickridgeport5.eventbrite.com.
Stand-up At Sazerac presents a weekly stand-up show. Mon 9 pm. Free. Sazerac Gastro Lounge, 782 King W. 647-342-8866, sazerac.ca.
Theatre
La Belle Et La Bête: A Contemporary Retelling by Michel Lemieux and Victor Pilon (Luminato/Lemieux Pilon 4D Art). Theatre, film, dance, visual art, poetry, music and sound are used to tell an archetypal story of the redemptive power of love. Opens Jun 8 and runs to Jun 12. $49-$99. Bluma Appel Theatre, 27 Front E. 416-368-4849, luminato.com/events/belle.
The Cheat (Luminato). Blind performer Richard Turner performs card tricks and more. Opens Jun 11 and runs to Jun 14. Free. TIFF Bell Lightbox, RBC Lobby, 350 King W. 416-368-4849, luminato.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Home by David Storey (Soulpepper). The social interaction between five characters reveals their desire to belong and maintain human contact. Previews May 8-16. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 20. $51-$68, stu $32; rush $22/stu $5. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
You Can't Take It With You by George S Kaufman and Moss Hart (Soulpepper). An eccentric clan experiences unusual order when their daughter finds a fiancé from a conservative family. Previews Apr 19-25. Opens Apr 26 and runs to Jun 21. $51-$68, stu $32; rush $22/stu $5. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca. NNN (Jon Kaplan)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Tuesday 12, June 2012
Comedy
I Heart JokesThe Central presents weekly comedy w/ host Evan Desmarais. Tue 7 pm. $5. 603 Markham. 416-913-4586.
The Second City's Improv All-StarsSecond City presents a fast-paced, completely improvised weekly show. Tue 8 pm. $20. 51 Mercer. 416-343-0011, secondcity.com.
Yuk Yuk's Downtown presents the Humber School of Comedy at 7:30 pm, and stand-up Amateur Night at 9:30 pm. Tue. $4. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Theatre
Annie by Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin (Drayton Entertainment). The red-haired orphan seeks a place to call home in this musical. Opens May 29 and runs to Jun 23. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
La Belle Et La Bête: A Contemporary Retelling by Michel Lemieux and Victor Pilon (Luminato/Lemieux Pilon 4D Art). Theatre, film, dance, visual art, poetry, music and sound are used to tell an archetypal story of the redemptive power of love. Opens Jun 8 and runs to Jun 12. $49-$99. Bluma Appel Theatre, 27 Front E. 416-368-4849, luminato.com/events/belle.
The Cheat (Luminato). Blind performer Richard Turner performs card tricks and more. Opens Jun 11 and runs to Jun 14. Free. TIFF Bell Lightbox, RBC Lobby, 350 King W. 416-368-4849, luminato.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Edward Bond Festival (Sheep No Wool Theatre Company). Playwright Edward Bond will attend this exploration of his work and vision. Events include a symposium, an interactive workshop presentation of Have I None, a reading series and a student showcase. Opens Jun 12 and runs to Jun 20. Workshop presentation $20, other events pwyc. edwardbondfestival.wordpress.com.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Home by David Storey (Soulpepper). The social interaction between five characters reveals their desire to belong and maintain human contact. Previews May 8-16. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 20. $51-$68, stu $32; rush $22/stu $5. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca.
Hotbed Hotel by Michael Parker (Upper Canada Playhouse). Hotel staff pose as guests to lure a buyer for the rundown property in this comedy. Previews Jun 7-8. Opens Jun 9 and runs to Jul 1. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Bard in the Park). The classic romantic comedy is performed outdoors. Bring a blanket. Opens Jun 12 and runs to Jun 17. Pwyc. Kew Gardens, Bandshell, 2075 Queen E. 416-691-1113 ext 224.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Murder At The Oakwood Resort by Ron Clark and Sam Bobrick (Drayton Entertainment). A woman, her husband and their dentist get caught up in a love triangle in this suspense-comedy. Opens Jun 12 and runs to Jun 23. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Playhouse II, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Nunsense II by Dan Goggin (Thousand Islands Playhouse). Success brings trouble for a group of singing nuns in this musical comedy. Previews May 11. Opens May 12 and runs to Jun 16. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Odysseo (Cavalia). Theatre artists and horses create a spectacle combining equestrian arts, stage arts and special effects. Opens May 15 and runs to Jun 17. $29.50-$119.50. White Big Top, 324 Cherry. 1-866-999-8111, cavalia.net.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
The Wizard Of Oz by L Frank Baum, Harold Arlen and EY Harburg (Drayton Entertainment). A twister sends Dorothy over the rainbow in this musical based on the film. Opens Jun 5 and runs to Jun 23. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
You Can't Take It With You by George S Kaufman and Moss Hart (Soulpepper). An eccentric clan experiences unusual order when their daughter finds a fiancé from a conservative family. Previews Apr 19-25. Opens Apr 26 and runs to Jun 21. $51-$68, stu $32; rush $22/stu $5. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca. NNN (Jon Kaplan)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Wednesday 13, June 2012
Comedy
Chuckle Co. Presents Joel Buxton, Adrian Sawyer and DJ Demers present weekly stand-up. Wed 9 pm. $5. Comedy Bar, 945 Bloor W. 416-551-6540, comedybar.ca.
Humpday Humour Muoi Nene Productions present weekly Afrocentric comedy w/ Raïs Muoi and others. Wed 7 pm. Free. Hakuna Matata Sports Bar, 326 Parliament. 416-519-1569.
Live Wrong And ProsperSecond City presents its latest revue of sketches, songs and improvisations. Wed-Sat 8 pm, plus Fri & Sat 10:30 pm, Sun 7 pm. $24-$29, stu $15. 51 Mercer. 416-343-0011, secondcity.com. NNNN (Glenn Sumi)
Tacomedy Mark DeBonis presents weekly stand-up. Wed 10 pm. Pwyc. La Revolucion, 2848 Dundas W. iamnotmarkdebonis.com.
Yuk Yuk's Downtown presents John Wing. Opens Jun 13 and runs to Jun 17. $12-$20. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Dance
Chroma/Song Of A Wayfarer/Elite Syncopations The National Ballet of Canada presents choreographies by Wayne McGregor, Maurice Béjart and Sir Kenneth McMillan. Opens Jun 13 and runs to Jun 17. $25-$234. Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts, 145 Queen W. 416-345-9595, national.ballet.ca.
Theatre
Annie by Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin (Drayton Entertainment). The red-haired orphan seeks a place to call home in this musical. Opens May 29 and runs to Jun 23. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Bedtime Stories by Norm Foster (Drayton Entertainment). Six vignettes about searching for love look at human nature in this comedy. Opens Jun 13 and runs to Jun 30. $40, previews $32, stu $20. St Jacobs Country Playhouse, 40 Benjamin E. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Cheat (Luminato). Blind performer Richard Turner performs card tricks and more. Opens Jun 11 and runs to Jun 14. Free. TIFF Bell Lightbox, RBC Lobby, 350 King W. 416-368-4849, luminato.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Edward Bond Festival (Sheep No Wool Theatre Company). Playwright Edward Bond will attend this exploration of his work and vision. Events include a symposium, an interactive workshop presentation of Have I None, a reading series and a student showcase. Opens Jun 12 and runs to Jun 20. Workshop presentation $20, other events pwyc. edwardbondfestival.wordpress.com.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Home by David Storey (Soulpepper). The social interaction between five characters reveals their desire to belong and maintain human contact. Previews May 8-16. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 20. $51-$68, stu $32; rush $22/stu $5. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca.
Hotbed Hotel by Michael Parker (Upper Canada Playhouse). Hotel staff pose as guests to lure a buyer for the rundown property in this comedy. Previews Jun 7-8. Opens Jun 9 and runs to Jul 1. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Bard in the Park). The classic romantic comedy is performed outdoors. Bring a blanket. Opens Jun 12 and runs to Jun 17. Pwyc. Kew Gardens, Bandshell, 2075 Queen E. 416-691-1113 ext 224.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Murder At The Oakwood Resort by Ron Clark and Sam Bobrick (Drayton Entertainment). A woman, her husband and their dentist get caught up in a love triangle in this suspense-comedy. Opens Jun 12 and runs to Jun 23. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Playhouse II, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Nunsense II by Dan Goggin (Thousand Islands Playhouse). Success brings trouble for a group of singing nuns in this musical comedy. Previews May 11. Opens May 12 and runs to Jun 16. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Odysseo (Cavalia). Theatre artists and horses create a spectacle combining equestrian arts, stage arts and special effects. Opens May 15 and runs to Jun 17. $29.50-$119.50. White Big Top, 324 Cherry. 1-866-999-8111, cavalia.net.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Playing Cards 1: SPADES by Sylvio Arriolo, Tony Guilfoyle, Sophie Martin, Roberto Mori and others (Luminato/Ex Machina). A deck of cards is the framework for director Robert Lepage's cross-cultural exploration of war. Opens Jun 13 and runs to Jun 17. $45-$90. Joey and Toby Tanenbaum Opera Centre, 227 Front E. 416-368-4849, luminato.com/events/spades.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Rent by Jonathan Larson (Toronto Youth Theatre). Artists of NYC's Lower East Side struggle to make ends meet in the shadow of the AIDS epidemic in this musical. Opens May 24 and runs to Jun 16. $45-$60. Lower Ossington Theatre, 100A Ossington. 416-915-6747, lowerossingtontheatre.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
The Wizard Of Oz by L Frank Baum, Harold Arlen and EY Harburg (Drayton Entertainment). A twister sends Dorothy over the rainbow in this musical based on the film. Opens Jun 5 and runs to Jun 23. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
You Can't Take It With You by George S Kaufman and Moss Hart (Soulpepper). An eccentric clan experiences unusual order when their daughter finds a fiancé from a conservative family. Previews Apr 19-25. Opens Apr 26 and runs to Jun 21. $51-$68, stu $32; rush $22/stu $5. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca. NNN (Jon Kaplan)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Thursday 14, June 2012
Comedy
Comedy ThursdaysThe Starving Artist presents a weekly showcase w/ host Natasha Henderson. Thu 9 pm. Free. 584 Lansdowne. 647-342-5058, starvingartistbar.com.
Funny Girls And Dynamic Divas Sistering presents its annual comedy and music benefit w/ Sandra Shamas, host Elvira Kurt and musical guests. Jun 14 6 pm. $75. Bluma Appel Theatre, 27 Front E. 416-366-7723, sistering.org.
Guilty Of Being Funny presents weekly stand-up w/ hosts Andrew Fox and Jamie O'Connor. Thu 10 pm. Free. Hot Wings, 563 Queen W. 416-359-8860.
The Improv ShowComedy Bar presents Lauren Ash, Jan Caruana, Kerry Griffin, Kayla Lorette, Carmine Lucarelli, Jerry Schaefer and Leslie Seiler. Thu 8 pm. $5. 945 Bloor W. comedybar.ca.
Launchpad Comedy presents a weekly show. Thu 8:30 pm. Free. White Swan, 836 Danforth. 416-463-8089.
Live Wrong And ProsperSecond City presents its latest revue of sketches, songs and improvisations. Wed-Sat 8 pm, plus Fri & Sat 10:30 pm, Sun 7 pm. $24-$29, stu $15. 51 Mercer. 416-343-0011, secondcity.com. NNNN (Glenn Sumi)
Stoner ComedyHot Box Cafe presents a weekly show w/ host Jillian Thomas. Thu 7 pm. $5. 191A Baldwin. hotboxcafe.ca.
The Tasty Show presents weekly stand-up w/ host Jeffrey Danson. Thu 10 pm. Free. La Revolucion, 2848 Dundas W. 416-766-0746.
Yuk Yuk's Downtown presents John Wing. Opens Jun 13 and runs to Jun 17. $12-$20. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Yuk Yuk's Vaughan presents Jen Grant. Jun 14-16. $12-$20. 70 Interchange Way. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Yuk Yuk's West presents Terry McGurrin. Jun 14-16. $12-$20. 5165 Dixie. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Dance
Black Corps: War Of 1812 Afro-Caribbean Dance Group presents music and dance about 35 black men who fought for Canada in the War of 1812, choreographed by Anthony 'Prime' Guerra. Jun 14-16. $25, stu/srs $15. Fleck Dance Theatre, 207 Queens Quay W. 416-973-4000, harbourfrontcentre.com.
Chroma/Song Of A Wayfarer/Elite Syncopations The National Ballet of Canada presents choreographies by Wayne McGregor, Maurice Béjart and Sir Kenneth McMillan. Opens Jun 13 and runs to Jun 17. $25-$234. Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts, 145 Queen W. 416-345-9595, national.ballet.ca.
Heroes & Villains: Dance Another Day PushPULL Dance presents non-professional dancers portraying heroes, villains and the relationships between them. Opens Jun 14 and runs to Jun 23. $20-$25. Winchester Street Theatre, 80 Winchester. pushpulldance.com.
Sadeh21 Luminato and Batsheva Dance Company present a new full-length work by Ohad Naharin about a featureless field that is filled by the visceral power of movement. Jun 14-16. $35-$85. Edward Johnson Building, MacMillan Theatre, 80 Queen's Park. 416-368-4849, luminato.com/events/sadeh21.
Theatre
Annie by Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin (Drayton Entertainment). The red-haired orphan seeks a place to call home in this musical. Opens May 29 and runs to Jun 23. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Bedtime Stories by Norm Foster (Drayton Entertainment). Six vignettes about searching for love look at human nature in this comedy. Opens Jun 13 and runs to Jun 30. $40, previews $32, stu $20. St Jacobs Country Playhouse, 40 Benjamin E. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Cheat (Luminato). Blind performer Richard Turner performs card tricks and more. Opens Jun 11 and runs to Jun 14. Free. TIFF Bell Lightbox, RBC Lobby, 350 King W. 416-368-4849, luminato.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Edward Bond Festival (Sheep No Wool Theatre Company). Playwright Edward Bond will attend this exploration of his work and vision. Events include a symposium, an interactive workshop presentation of Have I None, a reading series and a student showcase. Opens Jun 12 and runs to Jun 20. Workshop presentation $20, other events pwyc. edwardbondfestival.wordpress.com.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Home by David Storey (Soulpepper). The social interaction between five characters reveals their desire to belong and maintain human contact. Previews May 8-16. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 20. $51-$68, stu $32; rush $22/stu $5. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca.
Hotbed Hotel by Michael Parker (Upper Canada Playhouse). Hotel staff pose as guests to lure a buyer for the rundown property in this comedy. Previews Jun 7-8. Opens Jun 9 and runs to Jul 1. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Bard in the Park). The classic romantic comedy is performed outdoors. Bring a blanket. Opens Jun 12 and runs to Jun 17. Pwyc. Kew Gardens, Bandshell, 2075 Queen E. 416-691-1113 ext 224.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Murder At The Oakwood Resort by Ron Clark and Sam Bobrick (Drayton Entertainment). A woman, her husband and their dentist get caught up in a love triangle in this suspense-comedy. Opens Jun 12 and runs to Jun 23. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Playhouse II, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Nunsense II by Dan Goggin (Thousand Islands Playhouse). Success brings trouble for a group of singing nuns in this musical comedy. Previews May 11. Opens May 12 and runs to Jun 16. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Odysseo (Cavalia). Theatre artists and horses create a spectacle combining equestrian arts, stage arts and special effects. Opens May 15 and runs to Jun 17. $29.50-$119.50. White Big Top, 324 Cherry. 1-866-999-8111, cavalia.net.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Playing Cards 1: SPADES by Sylvio Arriolo, Tony Guilfoyle, Sophie Martin, Roberto Mori and others (Luminato/Ex Machina). A deck of cards is the framework for director Robert Lepage's cross-cultural exploration of war. Opens Jun 13 and runs to Jun 17. $45-$90. Joey and Toby Tanenbaum Opera Centre, 227 Front E. 416-368-4849, luminato.com/events/spades.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Rent by Jonathan Larson (Toronto Youth Theatre). Artists of NYC's Lower East Side struggle to make ends meet in the shadow of the AIDS epidemic in this musical. Opens May 24 and runs to Jun 16. $45-$60. Lower Ossington Theatre, 100A Ossington. 416-915-6747, lowerossingtontheatre.com.
Top Gun! The Musical by Denis McGrath and Scott White (Lower Ossington Theatre). A director tries to keep his musical adaptation of the film afloat in this revival of the 2002 Fringe Fest hit musical. Opens Jun 8 and runs to Jun 29. $35. 100A Ossington. 416-915-6747, lowerossingtontheatre.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
The Wizard Of Oz by L Frank Baum, Harold Arlen and EY Harburg (Drayton Entertainment). A twister sends Dorothy over the rainbow in this musical based on the film. Opens Jun 5 and runs to Jun 23. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
You Can't Take It With You by George S Kaufman and Moss Hart (Soulpepper). An eccentric clan experiences unusual order when their daughter finds a fiancé from a conservative family. Previews Apr 19-25. Opens Apr 26 and runs to Jun 21. $51-$68, stu $32; rush $22/stu $5. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca. NNN (Jon Kaplan)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Friday 15, June 2012
Comedy
Catch23Comedy Bar presents weekly competitive improv. Fri 8 pm. $8. 945 Bloor W. 416-551-6540, comedybar.ca.
Live Wrong And ProsperSecond City presents its latest revue of sketches, songs and improvisations. Wed-Sat 8 pm, plus Fri & Sat 10:30 pm, Sun 7 pm. $24-$29, stu $15. 51 Mercer. 416-343-0011, secondcity.com. NNNN (Glenn Sumi)
Naked FridaysJohn Candy Box Theatre presents weekly improv, sketch, stand-up and music. Fri 9 pm. Pwyc. 70 Peter. scnakedfridays@gmail.com.
The No Name Comedy ShowThe Bar with No Name presents weekly comedy and people talking loudly w/ host Matt Shury. Fri 9:30 pm. Free. 1651 Bloor W. 416-997-6045.
Yuk Yuk's Downtown presents John Wing. Opens Jun 13 and runs to Jun 17. $12-$20. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Yuk Yuk's Vaughan presents Jen Grant. Jun 14-16. $12-$20. 70 Interchange Way. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Yuk Yuk's West presents Terry McGurrin. Jun 14-16. $12-$20. 5165 Dixie. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Dance
Black Corps: War Of 1812 Afro-Caribbean Dance Group presents music and dance about 35 black men who fought for Canada in the War of 1812, choreographed by Anthony 'Prime' Guerra. Jun 14-16. $25, stu/srs $15. Fleck Dance Theatre, 207 Queens Quay W. 416-973-4000, harbourfrontcentre.com.
Chroma/Song Of A Wayfarer/Elite Syncopations The National Ballet of Canada presents choreographies by Wayne McGregor, Maurice Béjart and Sir Kenneth McMillan. Opens Jun 13 and runs to Jun 17. $25-$234. Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts, 145 Queen W. 416-345-9595, national.ballet.ca.
Heroes & Villains: Dance Another Day PushPULL Dance presents non-professional dancers portraying heroes, villains and the relationships between them. Opens Jun 14 and runs to Jun 23. $20-$25. Winchester Street Theatre, 80 Winchester. pushpulldance.com.
Sadeh21 Luminato and Batsheva Dance Company present a new full-length work by Ohad Naharin about a featureless field that is filled by the visceral power of movement. Jun 14-16. $35-$85. Edward Johnson Building, MacMillan Theatre, 80 Queen's Park. 416-368-4849, luminato.com/events/sadeh21.
Theatre
Annie by Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin (Drayton Entertainment). The red-haired orphan seeks a place to call home in this musical. Opens May 29 and runs to Jun 23. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Apprentice To Murder (Mysteriously Yours... Dinner Theatre). This dinner-theatre whodunit features corporate back-stabbing and boardroom intrigue. Opens Apr 20 and runs to Sep 15. $66-$71. 2026 Yonge. 416-486-7469, mysteriouslyyours.com.
Bedtime Stories by Norm Foster (Drayton Entertainment). Six vignettes about searching for love look at human nature in this comedy. Opens Jun 13 and runs to Jun 30. $40, previews $32, stu $20. St Jacobs Country Playhouse, 40 Benjamin E. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Edward Bond Festival (Sheep No Wool Theatre Company). Playwright Edward Bond will attend this exploration of his work and vision. Events include a symposium, an interactive workshop presentation of Have I None, a reading series and a student showcase. Opens Jun 12 and runs to Jun 20. Workshop presentation $20, other events pwyc. edwardbondfestival.wordpress.com.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
From The Dark (Luminato). Juan Esteban Varella directs a blindfolded audience to create magical feats. Jun 15-17. $35. Hart House Theatre, 7 Hart House Circle. 416-368-4849, luminato.com.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Home by David Storey (Soulpepper). The social interaction between five characters reveals their desire to belong and maintain human contact. Previews May 8-16. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 20. $51-$68, stu $32; rush $22/stu $5. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca.
Hotbed Hotel by Michael Parker (Upper Canada Playhouse). Hotel staff pose as guests to lure a buyer for the rundown property in this comedy. Previews Jun 7-8. Opens Jun 9 and runs to Jul 1. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Bard in the Park). The classic romantic comedy is performed outdoors. Bring a blanket. Opens Jun 12 and runs to Jun 17. Pwyc. Kew Gardens, Bandshell, 2075 Queen E. 416-691-1113 ext 224.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Murder At The Oakwood Resort by Ron Clark and Sam Bobrick (Drayton Entertainment). A woman, her husband and their dentist get caught up in a love triangle in this suspense-comedy. Opens Jun 12 and runs to Jun 23. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Playhouse II, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Nunsense II by Dan Goggin (Thousand Islands Playhouse). Success brings trouble for a group of singing nuns in this musical comedy. Previews May 11. Opens May 12 and runs to Jun 16. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
O Manada! (Queer Pride 2012). All-male burlesque troupe Boylesque TO perform a tribute to Canada. Jun 15 at 9 pm. $20-$25. Buddies in Bad Times Theatre, 12 Alexander. 416-975-8555, buddiesinbadtimes.com.
Odysseo (Cavalia). Theatre artists and horses create a spectacle combining equestrian arts, stage arts and special effects. Opens May 15 and runs to Jun 17. $29.50-$119.50. White Big Top, 324 Cherry. 1-866-999-8111, cavalia.net.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Playing Cards 1: SPADES by Sylvio Arriolo, Tony Guilfoyle, Sophie Martin, Roberto Mori and others (Luminato/Ex Machina). A deck of cards is the framework for director Robert Lepage's cross-cultural exploration of war. Opens Jun 13 and runs to Jun 17. $45-$90. Joey and Toby Tanenbaum Opera Centre, 227 Front E. 416-368-4849, luminato.com/events/spades.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Rent by Jonathan Larson (Toronto Youth Theatre). Artists of NYC's Lower East Side struggle to make ends meet in the shadow of the AIDS epidemic in this musical. Opens May 24 and runs to Jun 16. $45-$60. Lower Ossington Theatre, 100A Ossington. 416-915-6747, lowerossingtontheatre.com.
Top Gun! The Musical by Denis McGrath and Scott White (Lower Ossington Theatre). A director tries to keep his musical adaptation of the film afloat in this revival of the 2002 Fringe Fest hit musical. Opens Jun 8 and runs to Jun 29. $35. 100A Ossington. 416-915-6747, lowerossingtontheatre.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
The Wizard Of Oz by L Frank Baum, Harold Arlen and EY Harburg (Drayton Entertainment). A twister sends Dorothy over the rainbow in this musical based on the film. Opens Jun 5 and runs to Jun 23. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
You Can't Take It With You by George S Kaufman and Moss Hart (Soulpepper). An eccentric clan experiences unusual order when their daughter finds a fiancé from a conservative family. Previews Apr 19-25. Opens Apr 26 and runs to Jun 21. $51-$68, stu $32; rush $22/stu $5. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca. NNN (Jon Kaplan)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Saturday 16, June 2012
Comedy
Comedy Girl Second Annual Pride Show Queer Pride 2012 present a celebration of funny, queer women w/ Zoe Whittall, Carolyn Taylor, Heather Gold, Lindy Zucker, Mariko Tamaki, host Dawn Whitwell and others. Jun 16 8 pm. $15. Buddies in Bad Times Theatre, 12 Alexander. 416-975-8555, buddiesinbadtimes.com.
Live Wrong And ProsperSecond City presents its latest revue of sketches, songs and improvisations. Wed-Sat 8 pm, plus Fri & Sat 10:30 pm, Sun 7 pm. $24-$29, stu $15. 51 Mercer. 416-343-0011, secondcity.com. NNNN (Glenn Sumi)
Russell PetersAir Canada Centre presents the stand-up comic on his Notorious World Tour. Jun 16 8 pm. $52.75-$125. 40 Bay. ticketmaster.ca.
Smash Hit Opening Night Theatre presents a weekly improvised musical. Sat 7:30 pm. Pwyc. Augusta House, 152 Augusta. openingnighttheatre.com.
Yuk Yuk's Downtown presents John Wing. Opens Jun 13 and runs to Jun 17. $12-$20. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Yuk Yuk's Vaughan presents Jen Grant. Jun 14-16. $12-$20. 70 Interchange Way. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Yuk Yuk's West presents Terry McGurrin. Jun 14-16. $12-$20. 5165 Dixie. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Dance
Black Corps: War Of 1812 Afro-Caribbean Dance Group presents music and dance about 35 black men who fought for Canada in the War of 1812, choreographed by Anthony 'Prime' Guerra. Jun 14-16. $25, stu/srs $15. Fleck Dance Theatre, 207 Queens Quay W. 416-973-4000, harbourfrontcentre.com.
Chroma/Song Of A Wayfarer/Elite Syncopations The National Ballet of Canada presents choreographies by Wayne McGregor, Maurice Béjart and Sir Kenneth McMillan. Opens Jun 13 and runs to Jun 17. $25-$234. Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts, 145 Queen W. 416-345-9595, national.ballet.ca.
Heroes & Villains: Dance Another Day PushPULL Dance presents non-professional dancers portraying heroes, villains and the relationships between them. Opens Jun 14 and runs to Jun 23. $20-$25. Winchester Street Theatre, 80 Winchester. pushpulldance.com.
National Ballet Open Class The National Ballet of Canada presents a behind-the-scenes glimpse of its dancers taking a company class onstage. Jun 16 at 10:30 am. $10, child $5. Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts, 145 Queen W. 416-345-9595, national.ballet.ca.
Sadeh21 Luminato and Batsheva Dance Company present a new full-length work by Ohad Naharin about a featureless field that is filled by the visceral power of movement. Jun 14-16. $35-$85. Edward Johnson Building, MacMillan Theatre, 80 Queen's Park. 416-368-4849, luminato.com/events/sadeh21.
Theatre
Annie by Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin (Drayton Entertainment). The red-haired orphan seeks a place to call home in this musical. Opens May 29 and runs to Jun 23. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Apprentice To Murder (Mysteriously Yours... Dinner Theatre). This dinner-theatre whodunit features corporate back-stabbing and boardroom intrigue. Opens Apr 20 and runs to Sep 15. $66-$71. 2026 Yonge. 416-486-7469, mysteriouslyyours.com.
Bedtime Stories by Norm Foster (Drayton Entertainment). Six vignettes about searching for love look at human nature in this comedy. Opens Jun 13 and runs to Jun 30. $40, previews $32, stu $20. St Jacobs Country Playhouse, 40 Benjamin E. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Edward Bond Festival (Sheep No Wool Theatre Company). Playwright Edward Bond will attend this exploration of his work and vision. Events include a symposium, an interactive workshop presentation of Have I None, a reading series and a student showcase. Opens Jun 12 and runs to Jun 20. Workshop presentation $20, other events pwyc. edwardbondfestival.wordpress.com.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
From The Dark (Luminato). Juan Esteban Varella directs a blindfolded audience to create magical feats. Jun 15-17. $35. Hart House Theatre, 7 Hart House Circle. 416-368-4849, luminato.com.
Genderqueer: Body Politic (Queer Pride 2012/Cabaret Company). Nick Green's play about the rise and fall of queer publication The Body Politic gets a reading. Jun 16 at 2 pm. Pwyc. Buddies in Bad Times Theatre, 12 Alexander. 416-975-8555, buddiesinbadtimes.com.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Home by David Storey (Soulpepper). The social interaction between five characters reveals their desire to belong and maintain human contact. Previews May 8-16. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 20. $51-$68, stu $32; rush $22/stu $5. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca.
Hotbed Hotel by Michael Parker (Upper Canada Playhouse). Hotel staff pose as guests to lure a buyer for the rundown property in this comedy. Previews Jun 7-8. Opens Jun 9 and runs to Jul 1. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
Mamaloshen: Mandy Patinkin In Concert (Harold Green Jewish Theatre). The stage and screen star performs songs from a variety of Jewish musical traditions and some Broadway selections. Jun 16-17. $50-$150. Bluma Appel Theatre, 27 Front E. 416-366-7723, hgjewishtheatre.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Bard in the Park). The classic romantic comedy is performed outdoors. Bring a blanket. Opens Jun 12 and runs to Jun 17. Pwyc. Kew Gardens, Bandshell, 2075 Queen E. 416-691-1113 ext 224.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Murder At The Oakwood Resort by Ron Clark and Sam Bobrick (Drayton Entertainment). A woman, her husband and their dentist get caught up in a love triangle in this suspense-comedy. Opens Jun 12 and runs to Jun 23. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Playhouse II, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Nunsense II by Dan Goggin (Thousand Islands Playhouse). Success brings trouble for a group of singing nuns in this musical comedy. Previews May 11. Opens May 12 and runs to Jun 16. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Odysseo (Cavalia). Theatre artists and horses create a spectacle combining equestrian arts, stage arts and special effects. Opens May 15 and runs to Jun 17. $29.50-$119.50. White Big Top, 324 Cherry. 1-866-999-8111, cavalia.net.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Playing Cards 1: SPADES by Sylvio Arriolo, Tony Guilfoyle, Sophie Martin, Roberto Mori and others (Luminato/Ex Machina). A deck of cards is the framework for director Robert Lepage's cross-cultural exploration of war. Opens Jun 13 and runs to Jun 17. $45-$90. Joey and Toby Tanenbaum Opera Centre, 227 Front E. 416-368-4849, luminato.com/events/spades.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Rent by Jonathan Larson (Toronto Youth Theatre). Artists of NYC's Lower East Side struggle to make ends meet in the shadow of the AIDS epidemic in this musical. Opens May 24 and runs to Jun 16. $45-$60. Lower Ossington Theatre, 100A Ossington. 416-915-6747, lowerossingtontheatre.com.
Top Gun! The Musical by Denis McGrath and Scott White (Lower Ossington Theatre). A director tries to keep his musical adaptation of the film afloat in this revival of the 2002 Fringe Fest hit musical. Opens Jun 8 and runs to Jun 29. $35. 100A Ossington. 416-915-6747, lowerossingtontheatre.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
The Wizard Of Oz by L Frank Baum, Harold Arlen and EY Harburg (Drayton Entertainment). A twister sends Dorothy over the rainbow in this musical based on the film. Opens Jun 5 and runs to Jun 23. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
You Can't Take It With You by George S Kaufman and Moss Hart (Soulpepper). An eccentric clan experiences unusual order when their daughter finds a fiancé from a conservative family. Previews Apr 19-25. Opens Apr 26 and runs to Jun 21. $51-$68, stu $32; rush $22/stu $5. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca. NNN (Jon Kaplan)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Sunday 17, June 2012
Comedy
Live Wrong And ProsperSecond City presents its latest revue of sketches, songs and improvisations. Wed-Sat 8 pm, plus Fri & Sat 10:30 pm, Sun 7 pm. $24-$29, stu $15. 51 Mercer. 416-343-0011, secondcity.com. NNNN (Glenn Sumi)
Sunday Night Live The Sketchersons present weekly sketch w/ guest hosts and musical acts. Sun 9:30 pm. $8. Comedy Bar, 945 Bloor W. thesketchersons.com.
Yuk Yuk's Downtown presents John Wing. Opens Jun 13 and runs to Jun 17. $12-$20. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Dance
Chroma/Song Of A Wayfarer/Elite Syncopations The National Ballet of Canada presents choreographies by Wayne McGregor, Maurice Béjart and Sir Kenneth McMillan. Opens Jun 13 and runs to Jun 17. $25-$234. Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts, 145 Queen W. 416-345-9595, national.ballet.ca.
Heroes & Villains: Dance Another Day PushPULL Dance presents non-professional dancers portraying heroes, villains and the relationships between them. Opens Jun 14 and runs to Jun 23. $20-$25. Winchester Street Theatre, 80 Winchester. pushpulldance.com.
Theatre
Annie by Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin (Drayton Entertainment). The red-haired orphan seeks a place to call home in this musical. Opens May 29 and runs to Jun 23. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Bedtime Stories by Norm Foster (Drayton Entertainment). Six vignettes about searching for love look at human nature in this comedy. Opens Jun 13 and runs to Jun 30. $40, previews $32, stu $20. St Jacobs Country Playhouse, 40 Benjamin E. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Edward Bond Festival (Sheep No Wool Theatre Company). Playwright Edward Bond will attend this exploration of his work and vision. Events include a symposium, an interactive workshop presentation of Have I None, a reading series and a student showcase. Opens Jun 12 and runs to Jun 20. Workshop presentation $20, other events pwyc. edwardbondfestival.wordpress.com.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Free Jane (Queer Pride 2012/Cabaret Company). Sky Gilbert hosts the annual show featuring a reading of a new play by Hope Thompson, followed by an open stage. Jun 17 at 8 pm. Free. Buddies in Bad Times Theatre, 12 Alexander. 416-975-8555, buddiesinbadtimes.com.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
From The Dark (Luminato). Juan Esteban Varella directs a blindfolded audience to create magical feats. Jun 15-17. $35. Hart House Theatre, 7 Hart House Circle. 416-368-4849, luminato.com.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Home by David Storey (Soulpepper). The social interaction between five characters reveals their desire to belong and maintain human contact. Previews May 8-16. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 20. $51-$68, stu $32; rush $22/stu $5. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca.
Hotbed Hotel by Michael Parker (Upper Canada Playhouse). Hotel staff pose as guests to lure a buyer for the rundown property in this comedy. Previews Jun 7-8. Opens Jun 9 and runs to Jul 1. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
Mamaloshen: Mandy Patinkin In Concert (Harold Green Jewish Theatre). The stage and screen star performs songs from a variety of Jewish musical traditions and some Broadway selections. Jun 16-17. $50-$150. Bluma Appel Theatre, 27 Front E. 416-366-7723, hgjewishtheatre.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Bard in the Park). The classic romantic comedy is performed outdoors. Bring a blanket. Opens Jun 12 and runs to Jun 17. Pwyc. Kew Gardens, Bandshell, 2075 Queen E. 416-691-1113 ext 224.
Odysseo (Cavalia). Theatre artists and horses create a spectacle combining equestrian arts, stage arts and special effects. Opens May 15 and runs to Jun 17. $29.50-$119.50. White Big Top, 324 Cherry. 1-866-999-8111, cavalia.net.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Playing Cards 1: SPADES by Sylvio Arriolo, Tony Guilfoyle, Sophie Martin, Roberto Mori and others (Luminato/Ex Machina). A deck of cards is the framework for director Robert Lepage's cross-cultural exploration of war. Opens Jun 13 and runs to Jun 17. $45-$90. Joey and Toby Tanenbaum Opera Centre, 227 Front E. 416-368-4849, luminato.com/events/spades.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
You Can't Take It With You by George S Kaufman and Moss Hart (Soulpepper). An eccentric clan experiences unusual order when their daughter finds a fiancé from a conservative family. Previews Apr 19-25. Opens Apr 26 and runs to Jun 21. $51-$68, stu $32; rush $22/stu $5. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca. NNN (Jon Kaplan)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Monday 18, June 2012
Comedy
Best. Monday. Ever.Second City presents a weekly show featuring sketch, songs and improvisation. Mon 8 pm. $14. 51 Mercer. 416-343-0011, secondcity.com.
Blair Streeter presents weekly open-mic stand-up comedy. Mon 9 pm. Free. Naughty Nadz, 1590 Dundas E. 905-232-5577.
Cheap Laughs MondayPJ O'Briens Irish Pub presents a weekly show w/ Russell Roy and guests. Mon 9 pm. Free. 39 Colborne. 416-815-7562.
It's The Dick Ridgeport Five Action Slacks presents a fusion of improv and music with surf rock band Luau or Die in this revue. Opens Jun 4 and runs to Jun 18. $10. Charlotte Room, 19 Charlotte. dickridgeport5.eventbrite.com.
Stand-up At Sazerac presents a weekly stand-up show. Mon 9 pm. Free. Sazerac Gastro Lounge, 782 King W. 647-342-8866, sazerac.ca.
Theatre
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Edward Bond Festival (Sheep No Wool Theatre Company). Playwright Edward Bond will attend this exploration of his work and vision. Events include a symposium, an interactive workshop presentation of Have I None, a reading series and a student showcase. Opens Jun 12 and runs to Jun 20. Workshop presentation $20, other events pwyc. edwardbondfestival.wordpress.com.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Home by David Storey (Soulpepper). The social interaction between five characters reveals their desire to belong and maintain human contact. Previews May 8-16. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 20. $51-$68, stu $32; rush $22/stu $5. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
You Can't Take It With You by George S Kaufman and Moss Hart (Soulpepper). An eccentric clan experiences unusual order when their daughter finds a fiancé from a conservative family. Previews Apr 19-25. Opens Apr 26 and runs to Jun 21. $51-$68, stu $32; rush $22/stu $5. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca. NNN (Jon Kaplan)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Tuesday 19, June 2012
Comedy
I Heart JokesThe Central presents weekly comedy w/ host Evan Desmarais. Tue 7 pm. $5. 603 Markham. 416-913-4586.
The Second City's Improv All-StarsSecond City presents a fast-paced, completely improvised weekly show. Tue 8 pm. $20. 51 Mercer. 416-343-0011, secondcity.com.
Yuk Yuk's Downtown presents the Humber School of Comedy at 7:30 pm, and stand-up Amateur Night at 9:30 pm. Tue. $4. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Theatre
Annie by Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin (Drayton Entertainment). The red-haired orphan seeks a place to call home in this musical. Opens May 29 and runs to Jun 23. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Bedtime Stories by Norm Foster (Drayton Entertainment). Six vignettes about searching for love look at human nature in this comedy. Opens Jun 13 and runs to Jun 30. $40, previews $32, stu $20. St Jacobs Country Playhouse, 40 Benjamin E. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Edward Bond Festival (Sheep No Wool Theatre Company). Playwright Edward Bond will attend this exploration of his work and vision. Events include a symposium, an interactive workshop presentation of Have I None, a reading series and a student showcase. Opens Jun 12 and runs to Jun 20. Workshop presentation $20, other events pwyc. edwardbondfestival.wordpress.com.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Home by David Storey (Soulpepper). The social interaction between five characters reveals their desire to belong and maintain human contact. Previews May 8-16. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 20. $51-$68, stu $32; rush $22/stu $5. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca.
Hotbed Hotel by Michael Parker (Upper Canada Playhouse). Hotel staff pose as guests to lure a buyer for the rundown property in this comedy. Previews Jun 7-8. Opens Jun 9 and runs to Jul 1. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Murder At The Oakwood Resort by Ron Clark and Sam Bobrick (Drayton Entertainment). A woman, her husband and their dentist get caught up in a love triangle in this suspense-comedy. Opens Jun 12 and runs to Jun 23. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Playhouse II, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
The Wizard Of Oz by L Frank Baum, Harold Arlen and EY Harburg (Drayton Entertainment). A twister sends Dorothy over the rainbow in this musical based on the film. Opens Jun 5 and runs to Jun 23. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
You Can't Take It With You by George S Kaufman and Moss Hart (Soulpepper). An eccentric clan experiences unusual order when their daughter finds a fiancé from a conservative family. Previews Apr 19-25. Opens Apr 26 and runs to Jun 21. $51-$68, stu $32; rush $22/stu $5. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca. NNN (Jon Kaplan)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Wednesday 20, June 2012
Comedy
Chuckle Co. Presents Joel Buxton, Adrian Sawyer and DJ Demers present weekly stand-up. Wed 9 pm. $5. Comedy Bar, 945 Bloor W. 416-551-6540, comedybar.ca.
Humpday Humour Muoi Nene Productions present weekly Afrocentric comedy w/ Raïs Muoi and others. Wed 7 pm. Free. Hakuna Matata Sports Bar, 326 Parliament. 416-519-1569.
Live Wrong And ProsperSecond City presents its latest revue of sketches, songs and improvisations. Wed-Sat 8 pm, plus Fri & Sat 10:30 pm, Sun 7 pm. $24-$29, stu $15. 51 Mercer. 416-343-0011, secondcity.com. NNNN (Glenn Sumi)
Tacomedy Mark DeBonis presents weekly stand-up. Wed 10 pm. Pwyc. La Revolucion, 2848 Dundas W. iamnotmarkdebonis.com.
Yuk Yuk's Downtown presents Tracey MacDonald. Opens Jun 20 and runs to Jun 23. $12-$20. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Dance
Diamond Anniversary Gala The National Ballet of Canada presents a celebration of 60 years of the company with performances of short works, refreshments and more. Jun 20. $55-$133. Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts, 145 Queen W. 416-345-9595, diamondgala.ca.
Theatre
Annie by Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin (Drayton Entertainment). The red-haired orphan seeks a place to call home in this musical. Opens May 29 and runs to Jun 23. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Bedtime Stories by Norm Foster (Drayton Entertainment). Six vignettes about searching for love look at human nature in this comedy. Opens Jun 13 and runs to Jun 30. $40, previews $32, stu $20. St Jacobs Country Playhouse, 40 Benjamin E. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Edward Bond Festival (Sheep No Wool Theatre Company). Playwright Edward Bond will attend this exploration of his work and vision. Events include a symposium, an interactive workshop presentation of Have I None, a reading series and a student showcase. Opens Jun 12 and runs to Jun 20. Workshop presentation $20, other events pwyc. edwardbondfestival.wordpress.com.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Home by David Storey (Soulpepper). The social interaction between five characters reveals their desire to belong and maintain human contact. Previews May 8-16. Opens May 17 and runs to Jun 20. $51-$68, stu $32; rush $22/stu $5. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca.
Hotbed Hotel by Michael Parker (Upper Canada Playhouse). Hotel staff pose as guests to lure a buyer for the rundown property in this comedy. Previews Jun 7-8. Opens Jun 9 and runs to Jul 1. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Murder At The Oakwood Resort by Ron Clark and Sam Bobrick (Drayton Entertainment). A woman, her husband and their dentist get caught up in a love triangle in this suspense-comedy. Opens Jun 12 and runs to Jun 23. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Playhouse II, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
PrideCab (Queer Pride 2012). This multidisciplinary cabaret features songs and monologues by members of Buddies' Queer Youth Arts Program. Jun 20 at 8 pm. Free for youth 25 and under, $10 for others; all adv tickets $10. Buddies in Bad Times Theatre, 12 Alexander. 416-975-8555, buddiesinbadtimes.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
The Wizard Of Oz by L Frank Baum, Harold Arlen and EY Harburg (Drayton Entertainment). A twister sends Dorothy over the rainbow in this musical based on the film. Opens Jun 5 and runs to Jun 23. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
You Can't Take It With You by George S Kaufman and Moss Hart (Soulpepper). An eccentric clan experiences unusual order when their daughter finds a fiancé from a conservative family. Previews Apr 19-25. Opens Apr 26 and runs to Jun 21. $51-$68, stu $32; rush $22/stu $5. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca. NNN (Jon Kaplan)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Thursday 21, June 2012
Comedy
Comedy ThursdaysThe Starving Artist presents a weekly showcase w/ host Natasha Henderson. Thu 9 pm. Free. 584 Lansdowne. 647-342-5058, starvingartistbar.com.
Guilty Of Being Funny presents weekly stand-up w/ hosts Andrew Fox and Jamie O'Connor. Thu 10 pm. Free. Hot Wings, 563 Queen W. 416-359-8860.
The Improv ShowComedy Bar presents Lauren Ash, Jan Caruana, Kerry Griffin, Kayla Lorette, Carmine Lucarelli, Jerry Schaefer and Leslie Seiler. Thu 8 pm. $5. 945 Bloor W. comedybar.ca.
Launchpad Comedy presents a weekly show. Thu 8:30 pm. Free. White Swan, 836 Danforth. 416-463-8089.
Live Wrong And ProsperSecond City presents its latest revue of sketches, songs and improvisations. Wed-Sat 8 pm, plus Fri & Sat 10:30 pm, Sun 7 pm. $24-$29, stu $15. 51 Mercer. 416-343-0011, secondcity.com. NNNN (Glenn Sumi)
Pam Ann – Around The World Mirvish presents the celebrity air hostess comedian in her new solo show. Jun 21-22. $35-$55. Panasonic Theatre, 651 Yonge. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com/ticketking.
Stoner ComedyHot Box Cafe presents a weekly show w/ host Jillian Thomas. Thu 7 pm. $5. 191A Baldwin. hotboxcafe.ca.
The Tasty Show presents weekly stand-up w/ host Jeffrey Danson. Thu 10 pm. Free. La Revolucion, 2848 Dundas W. 416-766-0746.
Yuk Yuk's Downtown presents Tracey MacDonald. Opens Jun 20 and runs to Jun 23. $12-$20. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Yuk Yuk's Vaughan presents Pete Zedlacher. Jun 21-23. $12-$20. 70 Interchange Way. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Yuk Yuk's West presents Double The Fun w/ Rebecca Kohler and Tim Rabnett. Jun 21-23. $12-$20. 5165 Dixie. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Dance
Heroes & Villains: Dance Another Day PushPULL Dance presents non-professional dancers portraying heroes, villains and the relationships between them. Opens Jun 14 and runs to Jun 23. $20-$25. Winchester Street Theatre, 80 Winchester. pushpulldance.com.
Theatre
Annie by Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin (Drayton Entertainment). The red-haired orphan seeks a place to call home in this musical. Opens May 29 and runs to Jun 23. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Bedtime Stories by Norm Foster (Drayton Entertainment). Six vignettes about searching for love look at human nature in this comedy. Opens Jun 13 and runs to Jun 30. $40, previews $32, stu $20. St Jacobs Country Playhouse, 40 Benjamin E. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Green Door Cabaret Series (Lower Ossington Theatre). This series features jazz-themed cabaret performances by various artists. Opens Jun 21 and runs to Jun 30. $20-$30. 100A Ossington. lowerossingtontheatre.com/cabaret.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Hotbed Hotel by Michael Parker (Upper Canada Playhouse). Hotel staff pose as guests to lure a buyer for the rundown property in this comedy. Previews Jun 7-8. Opens Jun 9 and runs to Jul 1. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Murder At The Oakwood Resort by Ron Clark and Sam Bobrick (Drayton Entertainment). A woman, her husband and their dentist get caught up in a love triangle in this suspense-comedy. Opens Jun 12 and runs to Jun 23. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Playhouse II, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Shawn Hitchins: Fire(Crotch) Sale! (Queer Pride 2012/Run Ginger Run Entertainment). Hitchins gives a farewell cabaret performance featuring older material from his solo shows, new laughs and special guests. Jun 21 at 8 pm. $20. Buddies in Bad Times Theatre, 12 Alexander. 416-975-8555, buddiesinbadtimes.com.
Top Gun! The Musical by Denis McGrath and Scott White (Lower Ossington Theatre). A director tries to keep his musical adaptation of the film afloat in this revival of the 2002 Fringe Fest hit musical. Opens Jun 8 and runs to Jun 29. $35. 100A Ossington. 416-915-6747, lowerossingtontheatre.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
The Wizard Of Oz by L Frank Baum, Harold Arlen and EY Harburg (Drayton Entertainment). A twister sends Dorothy over the rainbow in this musical based on the film. Opens Jun 5 and runs to Jun 23. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
You Can't Take It With You by George S Kaufman and Moss Hart (Soulpepper). An eccentric clan experiences unusual order when their daughter finds a fiancé from a conservative family. Previews Apr 19-25. Opens Apr 26 and runs to Jun 21. $51-$68, stu $32; rush $22/stu $5. Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 55 Mill. 416-866-8666, soulpepper.ca. NNN (Jon Kaplan)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Friday 22, June 2012
Comedy
Catch23Comedy Bar presents weekly competitive improv. Fri 8 pm. $8. 945 Bloor W. 416-551-6540, comedybar.ca.
Hannibal BuressHorseshoe presents the SNL and 30 Rock comedian. Jun 22 Doors 9 pm. $15. 370 Queen W. ticketmaster.ca.
Live Wrong And ProsperSecond City presents its latest revue of sketches, songs and improvisations. Wed-Sat 8 pm, plus Fri & Sat 10:30 pm, Sun 7 pm. $24-$29, stu $15. 51 Mercer. 416-343-0011, secondcity.com. NNNN (Glenn Sumi)
Naked FridaysJohn Candy Box Theatre presents weekly improv, sketch, stand-up and music. Fri 9 pm. Pwyc. 70 Peter. scnakedfridays@gmail.com.
The No Name Comedy ShowThe Bar with No Name presents weekly comedy and people talking loudly w/ host Matt Shury. Fri 9:30 pm. Free. 1651 Bloor W. 416-997-6045.
Pam Ann – Around The World Mirvish presents the celebrity air hostess comedian in her new solo show. Jun 21-22. $35-$55. Panasonic Theatre, 651 Yonge. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com/ticketking.
Yuk Yuk's Downtown presents Tracey MacDonald. Opens Jun 20 and runs to Jun 23. $12-$20. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Yuk Yuk's Vaughan presents Pete Zedlacher. Jun 21-23. $12-$20. 70 Interchange Way. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Yuk Yuk's West presents Double The Fun w/ Rebecca Kohler and Tim Rabnett. Jun 21-23. $12-$20. 5165 Dixie. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Dance
Heroes & Villains: Dance Another Day PushPULL Dance presents non-professional dancers portraying heroes, villains and the relationships between them. Opens Jun 14 and runs to Jun 23. $20-$25. Winchester Street Theatre, 80 Winchester. pushpulldance.com.
Theatre
Annie by Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin (Drayton Entertainment). The red-haired orphan seeks a place to call home in this musical. Opens May 29 and runs to Jun 23. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Apprentice To Murder (Mysteriously Yours... Dinner Theatre). This dinner-theatre whodunit features corporate back-stabbing and boardroom intrigue. Opens Apr 20 and runs to Sep 15. $66-$71. 2026 Yonge. 416-486-7469, mysteriouslyyours.com.
Bedtime Stories by Norm Foster (Drayton Entertainment). Six vignettes about searching for love look at human nature in this comedy. Opens Jun 13 and runs to Jun 30. $40, previews $32, stu $20. St Jacobs Country Playhouse, 40 Benjamin E. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Green Door Cabaret Series (Lower Ossington Theatre). This series features jazz-themed cabaret performances by various artists. Opens Jun 21 and runs to Jun 30. $20-$30. 100A Ossington. lowerossingtontheatre.com/cabaret.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Hotbed Hotel by Michael Parker (Upper Canada Playhouse). Hotel staff pose as guests to lure a buyer for the rundown property in this comedy. Previews Jun 7-8. Opens Jun 9 and runs to Jul 1. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Murder At The Oakwood Resort by Ron Clark and Sam Bobrick (Drayton Entertainment). A woman, her husband and their dentist get caught up in a love triangle in this suspense-comedy. Opens Jun 12 and runs to Jun 23. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Playhouse II, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Somewhere Beyond The Sea by Douglas Bowie (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A retired librarian finds her world upended while touring Europe in this comedy. Opens Jun 22 and runs to Jul 21. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Top Gun! The Musical by Denis McGrath and Scott White (Lower Ossington Theatre). A director tries to keep his musical adaptation of the film afloat in this revival of the 2002 Fringe Fest hit musical. Opens Jun 8 and runs to Jun 29. $35. 100A Ossington. 416-915-6747, lowerossingtontheatre.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
The Wizard Of Oz by L Frank Baum, Harold Arlen and EY Harburg (Drayton Entertainment). A twister sends Dorothy over the rainbow in this musical based on the film. Opens Jun 5 and runs to Jun 23. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Saturday 23, June 2012
Comedy
Live Wrong And ProsperSecond City presents its latest revue of sketches, songs and improvisations. Wed-Sat 8 pm, plus Fri & Sat 10:30 pm, Sun 7 pm. $24-$29, stu $15. 51 Mercer. 416-343-0011, secondcity.com. NNNN (Glenn Sumi)
Smash Hit Opening Night Theatre presents a weekly improvised musical. Sat 7:30 pm. Pwyc. Augusta House, 152 Augusta. openingnighttheatre.com.
Yuk Yuk's Downtown presents Tracey MacDonald. Opens Jun 20 and runs to Jun 23. $12-$20. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Yuk Yuk's Vaughan presents Pete Zedlacher. Jun 21-23. $12-$20. 70 Interchange Way. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Yuk Yuk's West presents Double The Fun w/ Rebecca Kohler and Tim Rabnett. Jun 21-23. $12-$20. 5165 Dixie. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Dance
Airship Femmes du Feu present a sexy steampunk circus and aerial dance show as part of Queer Pride 2012. Jun 23 at 8:30 pm. $15-$20. Buddies in Bad Times Theatre, 12 Alexander. 416-975-8555, femmesdufeu.com.
Heroes & Villains: Dance Another Day PushPULL Dance presents non-professional dancers portraying heroes, villains and the relationships between them. Opens Jun 14 and runs to Jun 23. $20-$25. Winchester Street Theatre, 80 Winchester. pushpulldance.com.
Theatre
Aer Time (Femmes du Feu/Zero Gravity Circus). This workshop performance series features new works by aerial artists. Jun 23 at 2 pm. $10. Centre of Gravity West, south entrance, 213 Sterling, suite 100. hollytreddenick@gmail.com.
Airship (Queer Pride 2012/Femmes du Feu). This sexy steampunk circus features aerial dance, music and acrobatics. Jun 23 at 8:30 pm. $15-$20. Buddies in Bad Times Theatre, 12 Alexander. 416-975-8555, buddiesinbadtimes.com.
Annie by Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin (Drayton Entertainment). The red-haired orphan seeks a place to call home in this musical. Opens May 29 and runs to Jun 23. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Apprentice To Murder (Mysteriously Yours... Dinner Theatre). This dinner-theatre whodunit features corporate back-stabbing and boardroom intrigue. Opens Apr 20 and runs to Sep 15. $66-$71. 2026 Yonge. 416-486-7469, mysteriouslyyours.com.
Bedtime Stories by Norm Foster (Drayton Entertainment). Six vignettes about searching for love look at human nature in this comedy. Opens Jun 13 and runs to Jun 30. $40, previews $32, stu $20. St Jacobs Country Playhouse, 40 Benjamin E. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Green Door Cabaret Series (Lower Ossington Theatre). This series features jazz-themed cabaret performances by various artists. Opens Jun 21 and runs to Jun 30. $20-$30. 100A Ossington. lowerossingtontheatre.com/cabaret.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Hotbed Hotel by Michael Parker (Upper Canada Playhouse). Hotel staff pose as guests to lure a buyer for the rundown property in this comedy. Previews Jun 7-8. Opens Jun 9 and runs to Jul 1. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Murder At The Oakwood Resort by Ron Clark and Sam Bobrick (Drayton Entertainment). A woman, her husband and their dentist get caught up in a love triangle in this suspense-comedy. Opens Jun 12 and runs to Jun 23. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Playhouse II, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Somewhere Beyond The Sea by Douglas Bowie (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A retired librarian finds her world upended while touring Europe in this comedy. Opens Jun 22 and runs to Jul 21. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Top Gun! The Musical by Denis McGrath and Scott White (Lower Ossington Theatre). A director tries to keep his musical adaptation of the film afloat in this revival of the 2002 Fringe Fest hit musical. Opens Jun 8 and runs to Jun 29. $35. 100A Ossington. 416-915-6747, lowerossingtontheatre.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
The Wizard Of Oz by L Frank Baum, Harold Arlen and EY Harburg (Drayton Entertainment). A twister sends Dorothy over the rainbow in this musical based on the film. Opens Jun 5 and runs to Jun 23. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Sunday 24, June 2012
Comedy
Live Wrong And ProsperSecond City presents its latest revue of sketches, songs and improvisations. Wed-Sat 8 pm, plus Fri & Sat 10:30 pm, Sun 7 pm. $24-$29, stu $15. 51 Mercer. 416-343-0011, secondcity.com. NNNN (Glenn Sumi)
Nubian Disciples All Black Comedy RevueYuk Yuk's Downtown presents the monthly show w/ host Kenny Robinson and others. Jun 24 8:30 pm. $20. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Sunday Night Live The Sketchersons present weekly sketch w/ guest hosts and musical acts. Sun 9:30 pm. $8. Comedy Bar, 945 Bloor W. thesketchersons.com.
Theatre
Bedtime Stories by Norm Foster (Drayton Entertainment). Six vignettes about searching for love look at human nature in this comedy. Opens Jun 13 and runs to Jun 30. $40, previews $32, stu $20. St Jacobs Country Playhouse, 40 Benjamin E. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Green Door Cabaret Series (Lower Ossington Theatre). This series features jazz-themed cabaret performances by various artists. Opens Jun 21 and runs to Jun 30. $20-$30. 100A Ossington. lowerossingtontheatre.com/cabaret.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Hotbed Hotel by Michael Parker (Upper Canada Playhouse). Hotel staff pose as guests to lure a buyer for the rundown property in this comedy. Previews Jun 7-8. Opens Jun 9 and runs to Jul 1. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Somewhere Beyond The Sea by Douglas Bowie (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A retired librarian finds her world upended while touring Europe in this comedy. Opens Jun 22 and runs to Jul 21. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Monday 25, June 2012
Comedy
Best. Monday. Ever.Second City presents a weekly show featuring sketch, songs and improvisation. Mon 8 pm. $14. 51 Mercer. 416-343-0011, secondcity.com.
Blair Streeter presents weekly open-mic stand-up comedy. Mon 9 pm. Free. Naughty Nadz, 1590 Dundas E. 905-232-5577.
Cheap Laughs MondayPJ O'Briens Irish Pub presents a weekly show w/ Russell Roy and guests. Mon 9 pm. Free. 39 Colborne. 416-815-7562.
Stand-up At Sazerac presents a weekly stand-up show. Mon 9 pm. Free. Sazerac Gastro Lounge, 782 King W. 647-342-8866, sazerac.ca.
Theatre
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Tuesday 26, June 2012
Comedy
I Heart JokesThe Central presents weekly comedy w/ host Evan Desmarais. Tue 7 pm. $5. 603 Markham. 416-913-4586.
The Second City's Improv All-StarsSecond City presents a fast-paced, completely improvised weekly show. Tue 8 pm. $20. 51 Mercer. 416-343-0011, secondcity.com.
Yuk Yuk's Downtown presents the Humber School of Comedy at 7:30 pm, and stand-up Amateur Night at 9:30 pm. Tue. $4. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Theatre
Bedtime Stories by Norm Foster (Drayton Entertainment). Six vignettes about searching for love look at human nature in this comedy. Opens Jun 13 and runs to Jun 30. $40, previews $32, stu $20. St Jacobs Country Playhouse, 40 Benjamin E. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Green Door Cabaret Series (Lower Ossington Theatre). This series features jazz-themed cabaret performances by various artists. Opens Jun 21 and runs to Jun 30. $20-$30. 100A Ossington. lowerossingtontheatre.com/cabaret.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Hotbed Hotel by Michael Parker (Upper Canada Playhouse). Hotel staff pose as guests to lure a buyer for the rundown property in this comedy. Previews Jun 7-8. Opens Jun 9 and runs to Jul 1. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Somewhere Beyond The Sea by Douglas Bowie (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A retired librarian finds her world upended while touring Europe in this comedy. Opens Jun 22 and runs to Jul 21. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
The War Of 1812: The History Of The Village Of The Small Huts, 1812-1815 by Michael Hollingsworth (Stratford Festival/VideoCabaret). This history play looks at the war and its effects on a native confederation that fought in defence of Canada. Previews Jun 26-30. Opens Jul 1 and runs in rep to Aug 12. $50, child $25. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Wednesday 27, June 2012
Comedy
Chuckle Co. Presents Joel Buxton, Adrian Sawyer and DJ Demers present weekly stand-up. Wed 9 pm. $5. Comedy Bar, 945 Bloor W. 416-551-6540, comedybar.ca.
Humpday Humour Muoi Nene Productions present weekly Afrocentric comedy w/ Raïs Muoi and others. Wed 7 pm. Free. Hakuna Matata Sports Bar, 326 Parliament. 416-519-1569.
Live Wrong And ProsperSecond City presents its latest revue of sketches, songs and improvisations. Wed-Sat 8 pm, plus Fri & Sat 10:30 pm, Sun 7 pm. $24-$29, stu $15. 51 Mercer. 416-343-0011, secondcity.com. NNNN (Glenn Sumi)
Tacomedy Mark DeBonis presents weekly stand-up. Wed 10 pm. Pwyc. La Revolucion, 2848 Dundas W. iamnotmarkdebonis.com.
Yuk Yuk's Downtown presents Bobby Mair. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 1. $12-$20. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Theatre
Bedtime Stories by Norm Foster (Drayton Entertainment). Six vignettes about searching for love look at human nature in this comedy. Opens Jun 13 and runs to Jun 30. $40, previews $32, stu $20. St Jacobs Country Playhouse, 40 Benjamin E. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Big Band Legends by Alex Mustakas (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the classics by Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Bobby Darin and others. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 14. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Freaks And Geeks: The Drag Musical (Eventual Ashes/Aslan Arts Freedom School/Queer Pride 2012). This glamorous musical celebrates all that is outcast, awkward, unusual and beautiful. Jun 27 at 8 pm. Pwyc. Buddies in Bad Times Theatre, 12 Alexander. 416-975-8555, buddiesinbadtimes.com.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Harvey by Mary Chase (Drayton Entertainment). A man with an imaginary friend vexes his society-conscious sister in this comedy. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 14. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Playhouse II, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Hotbed Hotel by Michael Parker (Upper Canada Playhouse). Hotel staff pose as guests to lure a buyer for the rundown property in this comedy. Previews Jun 7-8. Opens Jun 9 and runs to Jul 1. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Murder At Fern Resort by Ron Clark and Sam Bobrick (Drayton Entertainment). A woman, her husband and their dentist get caught up in a love triangle in this suspense-comedy. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 14. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Mysterious Mr. Love by Karoline Leach (Globus Theatre). A con man with a heart of gold finds love. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 7. $27.50, stu $20. Lakeview Arts Barn, 2300 Pigeon Lake. 1-800-304-7897, globustheatre.com.
Perfect Wedding by Robin Hawdon (Drayton Entertainment). A groom wakes up next to a woman he doesn't know in this bedroom farce. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 14. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Somewhere Beyond The Sea by Douglas Bowie (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A retired librarian finds her world upended while touring Europe in this comedy. Opens Jun 22 and runs to Jul 21. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
The War Of 1812: The History Of The Village Of The Small Huts, 1812-1815 by Michael Hollingsworth (Stratford Festival/VideoCabaret). This history play looks at the war and its effects on a native confederation that fought in defence of Canada. Previews Jun 26-30. Opens Jul 1 and runs in rep to Aug 12. $50, child $25. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Young, Gifted And Black: (Re)Telling Stories Of Survival And Thrival For Young Black Men (Black CAP/Project: Humanity/Ontario HIV Treatment Network). A new play about the experiences of black gay and bisexual youth gets a reading. Jun 27 at 8 pm. Pwyc. Buddies in Bad Times Theatre, 12 Alexander. 416-975-8555, buddiesinbadtimes.com.
Thursday 28, June 2012
Comedy
Comedy ThursdaysThe Starving Artist presents a weekly showcase w/ host Natasha Henderson. Thu 9 pm. Free. 584 Lansdowne. 647-342-5058, starvingartistbar.com.
Guilty Of Being Funny presents weekly stand-up w/ hosts Andrew Fox and Jamie O'Connor. Thu 10 pm. Free. Hot Wings, 563 Queen W. 416-359-8860.
The Improv ShowComedy Bar presents Lauren Ash, Jan Caruana, Kerry Griffin, Kayla Lorette, Carmine Lucarelli, Jerry Schaefer and Leslie Seiler. Thu 8 pm. $5. 945 Bloor W. comedybar.ca.
Launchpad Comedy presents a weekly show. Thu 8:30 pm. Free. White Swan, 836 Danforth. 416-463-8089.
Live Wrong And ProsperSecond City presents its latest revue of sketches, songs and improvisations. Wed-Sat 8 pm, plus Fri & Sat 10:30 pm, Sun 7 pm. $24-$29, stu $15. 51 Mercer. 416-343-0011, secondcity.com. NNNN (Glenn Sumi)
Paul Hutcheson's Pride Package II Wog Productions and Queer Pride 2012 present a stand-up comedy cabaret by Hutcheson w/ Mike Albo, Kristen Becker, Susan Fischer, D'yan Forrest and others. Jun 28 8 pm. $10-$20. Buddies in Bad Times Theatre, 12 Alexander. 416-975-8555, buddiesinbadtimes.com.
Stoner ComedyHot Box Cafe presents a weekly show w/ host Jillian Thomas. Thu 7 pm. $5. 191A Baldwin. hotboxcafe.ca.
The Tasty Show presents weekly stand-up w/ host Jeffrey Danson. Thu 10 pm. Free. La Revolucion, 2848 Dundas W. 416-766-0746.
Yuk Yuk's Downtown presents Bobby Mair. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 1. $12-$20. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Yuk Yuk's Vaughan presents Martha Chaves. Jun 28-30. $12-$20. 70 Interchange Way. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Theatre
Amelia: The Girl Who Wants To Fly by John Gray (Thousand Islands Playhouse). This musical re-imagines the life of the first aviatrix. Opens Jun 28 and runs to Jul 28. $30-$32, stu/preview $16. Firehall Theatre, 185 South St. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Bedtime Stories by Norm Foster (Drayton Entertainment). Six vignettes about searching for love look at human nature in this comedy. Opens Jun 13 and runs to Jun 30. $40, previews $32, stu $20. St Jacobs Country Playhouse, 40 Benjamin E. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Big Band Legends by Alex Mustakas (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the classics by Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Bobby Darin and others. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 14. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Green Door Cabaret Series (Lower Ossington Theatre). This series features jazz-themed cabaret performances by various artists. Opens Jun 21 and runs to Jun 30. $20-$30. 100A Ossington. lowerossingtontheatre.com/cabaret.
Harvey by Mary Chase (Drayton Entertainment). A man with an imaginary friend vexes his society-conscious sister in this comedy. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 14. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Playhouse II, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Hotbed Hotel by Michael Parker (Upper Canada Playhouse). Hotel staff pose as guests to lure a buyer for the rundown property in this comedy. Previews Jun 7-8. Opens Jun 9 and runs to Jul 1. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Monstrous Ball (Ecce Homo/Queer Pride 2012). Lady Gaga is the inspiration for a night of art, fashion, music and performance by Nina Arsenault, Tyson James and others. Jun 28 at 10:30 pm. $10. Buddies in Bad Times Theatre, 12 Alexander. 416-975-8555, buddiesinbadtimes.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Murder At Fern Resort by Ron Clark and Sam Bobrick (Drayton Entertainment). A woman, her husband and their dentist get caught up in a love triangle in this suspense-comedy. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 14. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Mysterious Mr. Love by Karoline Leach (Globus Theatre). A con man with a heart of gold finds love. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 7. $27.50, stu $20. Lakeview Arts Barn, 2300 Pigeon Lake. 1-800-304-7897, globustheatre.com.
Perfect Wedding by Robin Hawdon (Drayton Entertainment). A groom wakes up next to a woman he doesn't know in this bedroom farce. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 14. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Somewhere Beyond The Sea by Douglas Bowie (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A retired librarian finds her world upended while touring Europe in this comedy. Opens Jun 22 and runs to Jul 21. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Top Gun! The Musical by Denis McGrath and Scott White (Lower Ossington Theatre). A director tries to keep his musical adaptation of the film afloat in this revival of the 2002 Fringe Fest hit musical. Opens Jun 8 and runs to Jun 29. $35. 100A Ossington. 416-915-6747, lowerossingtontheatre.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
The War Of 1812: The History Of The Village Of The Small Huts, 1812-1815 by Michael Hollingsworth (Stratford Festival/VideoCabaret). This history play looks at the war and its effects on a native confederation that fought in defence of Canada. Previews Jun 26-30. Opens Jul 1 and runs in rep to Aug 12. $50, child $25. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Friday 29, June 2012
Comedy
Bitch Salad Gives Back Queer Pride 2012 presents female comedy w/ Christina Walkinshaw, Emma Hunter, Julia Hladkowicz, the Cheeto Girl, host Andrew Johnston and others. Jun 29 8 pm. $20 (partial proceeds to Buddies and ACT). Buddies in Bad Times Theatre, 12 Alexander. 416-975-8555, buddiesinbadtimes.com.
Catch23Comedy Bar presents weekly competitive improv. Fri 8 pm. $8. 945 Bloor W. 416-551-6540, comedybar.ca.
Live Wrong And ProsperSecond City presents its latest revue of sketches, songs and improvisations. Wed-Sat 8 pm, plus Fri & Sat 10:30 pm, Sun 7 pm. $24-$29, stu $15. 51 Mercer. 416-343-0011, secondcity.com. NNNN (Glenn Sumi)
Naked FridaysJohn Candy Box Theatre presents weekly improv, sketch, stand-up and music. Fri 9 pm. Pwyc. 70 Peter. scnakedfridays@gmail.com.
The No Name Comedy ShowThe Bar with No Name presents weekly comedy and people talking loudly w/ host Matt Shury. Fri 9:30 pm. Free. 1651 Bloor W. 416-997-6045.
Passion ComedyPassion Lounge presents a monthly comedy show. Apr 25 9 pm, May 25 9 pm, Jun 29 9 pm, Jul 27 9 pm, Aug 31 9 pm. $5 or pwyc. 1220 Danforth. 416-999-0654.
Yuk Yuk's Downtown presents Bobby Mair. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 1. $12-$20. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Yuk Yuk's Vaughan presents Martha Chaves. Jun 28-30. $12-$20. 70 Interchange Way. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Yuk Yuk's West presents Pete Zedlacher. Opens Jun 29 and runs to Jun 30. $12-$20. 5165 Dixie. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Theatre
Amelia: The Girl Who Wants To Fly by John Gray (Thousand Islands Playhouse). This musical re-imagines the life of the first aviatrix. Opens Jun 28 and runs to Jul 28. $30-$32, stu/preview $16. Firehall Theatre, 185 South St. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Apprentice To Murder (Mysteriously Yours... Dinner Theatre). This dinner-theatre whodunit features corporate back-stabbing and boardroom intrigue. Opens Apr 20 and runs to Sep 15. $66-$71. 2026 Yonge. 416-486-7469, mysteriouslyyours.com.
Bedtime Stories by Norm Foster (Drayton Entertainment). Six vignettes about searching for love look at human nature in this comedy. Opens Jun 13 and runs to Jun 30. $40, previews $32, stu $20. St Jacobs Country Playhouse, 40 Benjamin E. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Big Band Legends by Alex Mustakas (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the classics by Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Bobby Darin and others. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 14. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Green Door Cabaret Series (Lower Ossington Theatre). This series features jazz-themed cabaret performances by various artists. Opens Jun 21 and runs to Jun 30. $20-$30. 100A Ossington. lowerossingtontheatre.com/cabaret.
Harvey by Mary Chase (Drayton Entertainment). A man with an imaginary friend vexes his society-conscious sister in this comedy. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 14. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Playhouse II, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Hotbed Hotel by Michael Parker (Upper Canada Playhouse). Hotel staff pose as guests to lure a buyer for the rundown property in this comedy. Previews Jun 7-8. Opens Jun 9 and runs to Jul 1. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Murder At Fern Resort by Ron Clark and Sam Bobrick (Drayton Entertainment). A woman, her husband and their dentist get caught up in a love triangle in this suspense-comedy. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 14. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Mysterious Mr. Love by Karoline Leach (Globus Theatre). A con man with a heart of gold finds love. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 7. $27.50, stu $20. Lakeview Arts Barn, 2300 Pigeon Lake. 1-800-304-7897, globustheatre.com.
Perfect Wedding by Robin Hawdon (Drayton Entertainment). A groom wakes up next to a woman he doesn't know in this bedroom farce. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 14. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Somewhere Beyond The Sea by Douglas Bowie (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A retired librarian finds her world upended while touring Europe in this comedy. Opens Jun 22 and runs to Jul 21. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Top Gun! The Musical by Denis McGrath and Scott White (Lower Ossington Theatre). A director tries to keep his musical adaptation of the film afloat in this revival of the 2002 Fringe Fest hit musical. Opens Jun 8 and runs to Jun 29. $35. 100A Ossington. 416-915-6747, lowerossingtontheatre.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
The War Of 1812: The History Of The Village Of The Small Huts, 1812-1815 by Michael Hollingsworth (Stratford Festival/VideoCabaret). This history play looks at the war and its effects on a native confederation that fought in defence of Canada. Previews Jun 26-30. Opens Jul 1 and runs in rep to Aug 12. $50, child $25. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Saturday 30, June 2012
Comedy
Homo Night In Canada Glam Glam Productions and Queer Pride 2012 present queer comedy w/ Kristen Becker, Marco Bernardi, David-Benjamin Tomlinson, Ian Lynch, Richard Ryder, Dawn Whitwell, hosts the B-Girlz and others. Jun 30 8 pm. $25. Buddies in Bad Times Theatre, 12 Alexander. 416-975-8555, glam-glam.com.
Live Wrong And ProsperSecond City presents its latest revue of sketches, songs and improvisations. Wed-Sat 8 pm, plus Fri & Sat 10:30 pm, Sun 7 pm. $24-$29, stu $15. 51 Mercer. 416-343-0011, secondcity.com. NNNN (Glenn Sumi)
Smash Hit Opening Night Theatre presents a weekly improvised musical. Sat 7:30 pm. Pwyc. Augusta House, 152 Augusta. openingnighttheatre.com.
Yuk Yuk's Downtown presents Bobby Mair. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 1. $12-$20. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Yuk Yuk's Vaughan presents Martha Chaves. Jun 28-30. $12-$20. 70 Interchange Way. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Yuk Yuk's West presents Pete Zedlacher. Opens Jun 29 and runs to Jun 30. $12-$20. 5165 Dixie. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Theatre
Amelia: The Girl Who Wants To Fly by John Gray (Thousand Islands Playhouse). This musical re-imagines the life of the first aviatrix. Opens Jun 28 and runs to Jul 28. $30-$32, stu/preview $16. Firehall Theatre, 185 South St. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Apprentice To Murder (Mysteriously Yours... Dinner Theatre). This dinner-theatre whodunit features corporate back-stabbing and boardroom intrigue. Opens Apr 20 and runs to Sep 15. $66-$71. 2026 Yonge. 416-486-7469, mysteriouslyyours.com.
Bedtime Stories by Norm Foster (Drayton Entertainment). Six vignettes about searching for love look at human nature in this comedy. Opens Jun 13 and runs to Jun 30. $40, previews $32, stu $20. St Jacobs Country Playhouse, 40 Benjamin E. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Big Band Legends by Alex Mustakas (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the classics by Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Bobby Darin and others. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 14. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Green Door Cabaret Series (Lower Ossington Theatre). This series features jazz-themed cabaret performances by various artists. Opens Jun 21 and runs to Jun 30. $20-$30. 100A Ossington. lowerossingtontheatre.com/cabaret.
Harvey by Mary Chase (Drayton Entertainment). A man with an imaginary friend vexes his society-conscious sister in this comedy. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 14. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Playhouse II, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Hotbed Hotel by Michael Parker (Upper Canada Playhouse). Hotel staff pose as guests to lure a buyer for the rundown property in this comedy. Previews Jun 7-8. Opens Jun 9 and runs to Jul 1. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Murder At Fern Resort by Ron Clark and Sam Bobrick (Drayton Entertainment). A woman, her husband and their dentist get caught up in a love triangle in this suspense-comedy. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 14. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Mysterious Mr. Love by Karoline Leach (Globus Theatre). A con man with a heart of gold finds love. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 7. $27.50, stu $20. Lakeview Arts Barn, 2300 Pigeon Lake. 1-800-304-7897, globustheatre.com.
Perfect Wedding by Robin Hawdon (Drayton Entertainment). A groom wakes up next to a woman he doesn't know in this bedroom farce. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 14. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Somewhere Beyond The Sea by Douglas Bowie (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A retired librarian finds her world upended while touring Europe in this comedy. Opens Jun 22 and runs to Jul 21. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
The War Of 1812: The History Of The Village Of The Small Huts, 1812-1815 by Michael Hollingsworth (Stratford Festival/VideoCabaret). This history play looks at the war and its effects on a native confederation that fought in defence of Canada. Previews Jun 26-30. Opens Jul 1 and runs in rep to Aug 12. $50, child $25. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Sunday 1, July 2012
Comedy
Yuk Yuk's Downtown presents Bobby Mair. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 1. $12-$20. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Theatre
Amelia: The Girl Who Wants To Fly by John Gray (Thousand Islands Playhouse). This musical re-imagines the life of the first aviatrix. Opens Jun 28 and runs to Jul 28. $30-$32, stu/preview $16. Firehall Theatre, 185 South St. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Hotbed Hotel by Michael Parker (Upper Canada Playhouse). Hotel staff pose as guests to lure a buyer for the rundown property in this comedy. Previews Jun 7-8. Opens Jun 9 and runs to Jul 1. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Somewhere Beyond The Sea by Douglas Bowie (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A retired librarian finds her world upended while touring Europe in this comedy. Opens Jun 22 and runs to Jul 21. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
The War Of 1812: The History Of The Village Of The Small Huts, 1812-1815 by Michael Hollingsworth (Stratford Festival/VideoCabaret). This history play looks at the war and its effects on a native confederation that fought in defence of Canada. Previews Jun 26-30. Opens Jul 1 and runs in rep to Aug 12. $50, child $25. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Monday 2, July 2012
Comedy
Stand-up At Sazerac presents a weekly stand-up show. Mon 9 pm. Free. Sazerac Gastro Lounge, 782 King W. 647-342-8866, sazerac.ca.
Theatre
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The War Of 1812: The History Of The Village Of The Small Huts, 1812-1815 by Michael Hollingsworth (Stratford Festival/VideoCabaret). This history play looks at the war and its effects on a native confederation that fought in defence of Canada. Previews Jun 26-30. Opens Jul 1 and runs in rep to Aug 12. $50, child $25. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Tuesday 3, July 2012
Comedy
Yuk Yuk's Downtown presents the Humber School of Comedy at 7:30 pm, and stand-up Amateur Night at 9:30 pm. Tue. $4. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Theatre
Amelia: The Girl Who Wants To Fly by John Gray (Thousand Islands Playhouse). This musical re-imagines the life of the first aviatrix. Opens Jun 28 and runs to Jul 28. $30-$32, stu/preview $16. Firehall Theatre, 185 South St. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Big Band Legends by Alex Mustakas (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the classics by Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Bobby Darin and others. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 14. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Murder At Fern Resort by Ron Clark and Sam Bobrick (Drayton Entertainment). A woman, her husband and their dentist get caught up in a love triangle in this suspense-comedy. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 14. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Mysterious Mr. Love by Karoline Leach (Globus Theatre). A con man with a heart of gold finds love. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 7. $27.50, stu $20. Lakeview Arts Barn, 2300 Pigeon Lake. 1-800-304-7897, globustheatre.com.
Perfect Wedding by Robin Hawdon (Drayton Entertainment). A groom wakes up next to a woman he doesn't know in this bedroom farce. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 14. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Queen Marie by Shirley Barrie (4th Line Theatre). This musical comedy is based on the life of Marie Dressler, a Canadian who found fame on the vaudeville stage and Holllywood screen. Previews Jul 3-4. Opens Jul 5 and runs to Aug 4. $26-$30, preview $20, opening night $40. Winslow Farm, 779 Zion Line. 1-800-814-0055, 4thlinetheatre.on.ca.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Somewhere Beyond The Sea by Douglas Bowie (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A retired librarian finds her world upended while touring Europe in this comedy. Opens Jun 22 and runs to Jul 21. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
The War Of 1812: The History Of The Village Of The Small Huts, 1812-1815 by Michael Hollingsworth (Stratford Festival/VideoCabaret). This history play looks at the war and its effects on a native confederation that fought in defence of Canada. Previews Jun 26-30. Opens Jul 1 and runs in rep to Aug 12. $50, child $25. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Wednesday 4, July 2012
Theatre
Amelia: The Girl Who Wants To Fly by John Gray (Thousand Islands Playhouse). This musical re-imagines the life of the first aviatrix. Opens Jun 28 and runs to Jul 28. $30-$32, stu/preview $16. Firehall Theatre, 185 South St. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Big Band Legends by Alex Mustakas (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the classics by Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Bobby Darin and others. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 14. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Harvey by Mary Chase (Drayton Entertainment). A man with an imaginary friend vexes his society-conscious sister in this comedy. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 14. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Playhouse II, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Murder At Fern Resort by Ron Clark and Sam Bobrick (Drayton Entertainment). A woman, her husband and their dentist get caught up in a love triangle in this suspense-comedy. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 14. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Mysterious Mr. Love by Karoline Leach (Globus Theatre). A con man with a heart of gold finds love. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 7. $27.50, stu $20. Lakeview Arts Barn, 2300 Pigeon Lake. 1-800-304-7897, globustheatre.com.
Perfect Wedding by Robin Hawdon (Drayton Entertainment). A groom wakes up next to a woman he doesn't know in this bedroom farce. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 14. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Queen Marie by Shirley Barrie (4th Line Theatre). This musical comedy is based on the life of Marie Dressler, a Canadian who found fame on the vaudeville stage and Holllywood screen. Previews Jul 3-4. Opens Jul 5 and runs to Aug 4. $26-$30, preview $20, opening night $40. Winslow Farm, 779 Zion Line. 1-800-814-0055, 4thlinetheatre.on.ca.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Somewhere Beyond The Sea by Douglas Bowie (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A retired librarian finds her world upended while touring Europe in this comedy. Opens Jun 22 and runs to Jul 21. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
The War Of 1812: The History Of The Village Of The Small Huts, 1812-1815 by Michael Hollingsworth (Stratford Festival/VideoCabaret). This history play looks at the war and its effects on a native confederation that fought in defence of Canada. Previews Jun 26-30. Opens Jul 1 and runs in rep to Aug 12. $50, child $25. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Thursday 5, July 2012
Theatre
Amelia: The Girl Who Wants To Fly by John Gray (Thousand Islands Playhouse). This musical re-imagines the life of the first aviatrix. Opens Jun 28 and runs to Jul 28. $30-$32, stu/preview $16. Firehall Theatre, 185 South St. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Big Band Legends by Alex Mustakas (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the classics by Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Bobby Darin and others. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 14. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Harvey by Mary Chase (Drayton Entertainment). A man with an imaginary friend vexes his society-conscious sister in this comedy. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 14. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Playhouse II, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Here On The Flight Path by Norm Foster (Upper Canada Playhouse). A writer is distracted from his work by the women moving into his building in this comedy. Previews Jul 5-6. Opens Jul 7 and runs to Jul 29. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Murder At Fern Resort by Ron Clark and Sam Bobrick (Drayton Entertainment). A woman, her husband and their dentist get caught up in a love triangle in this suspense-comedy. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 14. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Mysterious Mr. Love by Karoline Leach (Globus Theatre). A con man with a heart of gold finds love. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 7. $27.50, stu $20. Lakeview Arts Barn, 2300 Pigeon Lake. 1-800-304-7897, globustheatre.com.
Perfect Wedding by Robin Hawdon (Drayton Entertainment). A groom wakes up next to a woman he doesn't know in this bedroom farce. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 14. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Queen Marie by Shirley Barrie (4th Line Theatre). This musical comedy is based on the life of Marie Dressler, a Canadian who found fame on the vaudeville stage and Holllywood screen. Previews Jul 3-4. Opens Jul 5 and runs to Aug 4. $26-$30, preview $20, opening night $40. Winslow Farm, 779 Zion Line. 1-800-814-0055, 4thlinetheatre.on.ca.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Somewhere Beyond The Sea by Douglas Bowie (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A retired librarian finds her world upended while touring Europe in this comedy. Opens Jun 22 and runs to Jul 21. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
The War Of 1812: The History Of The Village Of The Small Huts, 1812-1815 by Michael Hollingsworth (Stratford Festival/VideoCabaret). This history play looks at the war and its effects on a native confederation that fought in defence of Canada. Previews Jun 26-30. Opens Jul 1 and runs in rep to Aug 12. $50, child $25. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Friday 6, July 2012
Theatre
Amelia: The Girl Who Wants To Fly by John Gray (Thousand Islands Playhouse). This musical re-imagines the life of the first aviatrix. Opens Jun 28 and runs to Jul 28. $30-$32, stu/preview $16. Firehall Theatre, 185 South St. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Apprentice To Murder (Mysteriously Yours... Dinner Theatre). This dinner-theatre whodunit features corporate back-stabbing and boardroom intrigue. Opens Apr 20 and runs to Sep 15. $66-$71. 2026 Yonge. 416-486-7469, mysteriouslyyours.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Big Band Legends by Alex Mustakas (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the classics by Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Bobby Darin and others. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 14. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Harvey by Mary Chase (Drayton Entertainment). A man with an imaginary friend vexes his society-conscious sister in this comedy. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 14. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Playhouse II, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Here On The Flight Path by Norm Foster (Upper Canada Playhouse). A writer is distracted from his work by the women moving into his building in this comedy. Previews Jul 5-6. Opens Jul 7 and runs to Jul 29. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Murder At Fern Resort by Ron Clark and Sam Bobrick (Drayton Entertainment). A woman, her husband and their dentist get caught up in a love triangle in this suspense-comedy. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 14. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Mysterious Mr. Love by Karoline Leach (Globus Theatre). A con man with a heart of gold finds love. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 7. $27.50, stu $20. Lakeview Arts Barn, 2300 Pigeon Lake. 1-800-304-7897, globustheatre.com.
Perfect Wedding by Robin Hawdon (Drayton Entertainment). A groom wakes up next to a woman he doesn't know in this bedroom farce. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 14. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Queen Marie by Shirley Barrie (4th Line Theatre). This musical comedy is based on the life of Marie Dressler, a Canadian who found fame on the vaudeville stage and Holllywood screen. Previews Jul 3-4. Opens Jul 5 and runs to Aug 4. $26-$30, preview $20, opening night $40. Winslow Farm, 779 Zion Line. 1-800-814-0055, 4thlinetheatre.on.ca.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Somewhere Beyond The Sea by Douglas Bowie (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A retired librarian finds her world upended while touring Europe in this comedy. Opens Jun 22 and runs to Jul 21. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
The War Of 1812: The History Of The Village Of The Small Huts, 1812-1815 by Michael Hollingsworth (Stratford Festival/VideoCabaret). This history play looks at the war and its effects on a native confederation that fought in defence of Canada. Previews Jun 26-30. Opens Jul 1 and runs in rep to Aug 12. $50, child $25. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Saturday 7, July 2012
Theatre
Amelia: The Girl Who Wants To Fly by John Gray (Thousand Islands Playhouse). This musical re-imagines the life of the first aviatrix. Opens Jun 28 and runs to Jul 28. $30-$32, stu/preview $16. Firehall Theatre, 185 South St. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Apprentice To Murder (Mysteriously Yours... Dinner Theatre). This dinner-theatre whodunit features corporate back-stabbing and boardroom intrigue. Opens Apr 20 and runs to Sep 15. $66-$71. 2026 Yonge. 416-486-7469, mysteriouslyyours.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Big Band Legends by Alex Mustakas (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the classics by Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Bobby Darin and others. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 14. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Harvey by Mary Chase (Drayton Entertainment). A man with an imaginary friend vexes his society-conscious sister in this comedy. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 14. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Playhouse II, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Here On The Flight Path by Norm Foster (Upper Canada Playhouse). A writer is distracted from his work by the women moving into his building in this comedy. Previews Jul 5-6. Opens Jul 7 and runs to Jul 29. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Murder At Fern Resort by Ron Clark and Sam Bobrick (Drayton Entertainment). A woman, her husband and their dentist get caught up in a love triangle in this suspense-comedy. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 14. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Mysterious Mr. Love by Karoline Leach (Globus Theatre). A con man with a heart of gold finds love. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 7. $27.50, stu $20. Lakeview Arts Barn, 2300 Pigeon Lake. 1-800-304-7897, globustheatre.com.
Perfect Wedding by Robin Hawdon (Drayton Entertainment). A groom wakes up next to a woman he doesn't know in this bedroom farce. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 14. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Queen Marie by Shirley Barrie (4th Line Theatre). This musical comedy is based on the life of Marie Dressler, a Canadian who found fame on the vaudeville stage and Holllywood screen. Previews Jul 3-4. Opens Jul 5 and runs to Aug 4. $26-$30, preview $20, opening night $40. Winslow Farm, 779 Zion Line. 1-800-814-0055, 4thlinetheatre.on.ca.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Somewhere Beyond The Sea by Douglas Bowie (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A retired librarian finds her world upended while touring Europe in this comedy. Opens Jun 22 and runs to Jul 21. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
The War Of 1812: The History Of The Village Of The Small Huts, 1812-1815 by Michael Hollingsworth (Stratford Festival/VideoCabaret). This history play looks at the war and its effects on a native confederation that fought in defence of Canada. Previews Jun 26-30. Opens Jul 1 and runs in rep to Aug 12. $50, child $25. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Sunday 8, July 2012
Theatre
Amelia: The Girl Who Wants To Fly by John Gray (Thousand Islands Playhouse). This musical re-imagines the life of the first aviatrix. Opens Jun 28 and runs to Jul 28. $30-$32, stu/preview $16. Firehall Theatre, 185 South St. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Here On The Flight Path by Norm Foster (Upper Canada Playhouse). A writer is distracted from his work by the women moving into his building in this comedy. Previews Jul 5-6. Opens Jul 7 and runs to Jul 29. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Somewhere Beyond The Sea by Douglas Bowie (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A retired librarian finds her world upended while touring Europe in this comedy. Opens Jun 22 and runs to Jul 21. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
The War Of 1812: The History Of The Village Of The Small Huts, 1812-1815 by Michael Hollingsworth (Stratford Festival/VideoCabaret). This history play looks at the war and its effects on a native confederation that fought in defence of Canada. Previews Jun 26-30. Opens Jul 1 and runs in rep to Aug 12. $50, child $25. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Monday 9, July 2012
Comedy
Stand-up At Sazerac presents a weekly stand-up show. Mon 9 pm. Free. Sazerac Gastro Lounge, 782 King W. 647-342-8866, sazerac.ca.
Theatre
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The War Of 1812: The History Of The Village Of The Small Huts, 1812-1815 by Michael Hollingsworth (Stratford Festival/VideoCabaret). This history play looks at the war and its effects on a native confederation that fought in defence of Canada. Previews Jun 26-30. Opens Jul 1 and runs in rep to Aug 12. $50, child $25. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Tuesday 10, July 2012
Comedy
Yuk Yuk's Downtown presents the Humber School of Comedy at 7:30 pm, and stand-up Amateur Night at 9:30 pm. Tue. $4. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Theatre
Amelia: The Girl Who Wants To Fly by John Gray (Thousand Islands Playhouse). This musical re-imagines the life of the first aviatrix. Opens Jun 28 and runs to Jul 28. $30-$32, stu/preview $16. Firehall Theatre, 185 South St. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Big Band Legends by Alex Mustakas (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the classics by Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Bobby Darin and others. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 14. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Here On The Flight Path by Norm Foster (Upper Canada Playhouse). A writer is distracted from his work by the women moving into his building in this comedy. Previews Jul 5-6. Opens Jul 7 and runs to Jul 29. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Murder At Fern Resort by Ron Clark and Sam Bobrick (Drayton Entertainment). A woman, her husband and their dentist get caught up in a love triangle in this suspense-comedy. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 14. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Perfect Wedding by Robin Hawdon (Drayton Entertainment). A groom wakes up next to a woman he doesn't know in this bedroom farce. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 14. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Queen Marie by Shirley Barrie (4th Line Theatre). This musical comedy is based on the life of Marie Dressler, a Canadian who found fame on the vaudeville stage and Holllywood screen. Previews Jul 3-4. Opens Jul 5 and runs to Aug 4. $26-$30, preview $20, opening night $40. Winslow Farm, 779 Zion Line. 1-800-814-0055, 4thlinetheatre.on.ca.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Rocky Road To Dublin by Randy Vancourt (Globus Theatre). Three musicians try to raise money for a trip to say goodbye to a friend in this musical comedy. Opens Jul 10 and runs to Jul 21. $27.50, stu $20. Lakeview Arts Barn, 2300 Pigeon Lake. 1-800-304-7897, globustheatre.com.
Somewhere Beyond The Sea by Douglas Bowie (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A retired librarian finds her world upended while touring Europe in this comedy. Opens Jun 22 and runs to Jul 21. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
The War Of 1812: The History Of The Village Of The Small Huts, 1812-1815 by Michael Hollingsworth (Stratford Festival/VideoCabaret). This history play looks at the war and its effects on a native confederation that fought in defence of Canada. Previews Jun 26-30. Opens Jul 1 and runs in rep to Aug 12. $50, child $25. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Wednesday 11, July 2012
Theatre
Amelia: The Girl Who Wants To Fly by John Gray (Thousand Islands Playhouse). This musical re-imagines the life of the first aviatrix. Opens Jun 28 and runs to Jul 28. $30-$32, stu/preview $16. Firehall Theatre, 185 South St. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Big Band Legends by Alex Mustakas (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the classics by Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Bobby Darin and others. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 14. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Harvey by Mary Chase (Drayton Entertainment). A man with an imaginary friend vexes his society-conscious sister in this comedy. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 14. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Playhouse II, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Here On The Flight Path by Norm Foster (Upper Canada Playhouse). A writer is distracted from his work by the women moving into his building in this comedy. Previews Jul 5-6. Opens Jul 7 and runs to Jul 29. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Murder At Fern Resort by Ron Clark and Sam Bobrick (Drayton Entertainment). A woman, her husband and their dentist get caught up in a love triangle in this suspense-comedy. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 14. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Perfect Wedding by Robin Hawdon (Drayton Entertainment). A groom wakes up next to a woman he doesn't know in this bedroom farce. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 14. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Queen Marie by Shirley Barrie (4th Line Theatre). This musical comedy is based on the life of Marie Dressler, a Canadian who found fame on the vaudeville stage and Holllywood screen. Previews Jul 3-4. Opens Jul 5 and runs to Aug 4. $26-$30, preview $20, opening night $40. Winslow Farm, 779 Zion Line. 1-800-814-0055, 4thlinetheatre.on.ca.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Rocky Road To Dublin by Randy Vancourt (Globus Theatre). Three musicians try to raise money for a trip to say goodbye to a friend in this musical comedy. Opens Jul 10 and runs to Jul 21. $27.50, stu $20. Lakeview Arts Barn, 2300 Pigeon Lake. 1-800-304-7897, globustheatre.com.
Somewhere Beyond The Sea by Douglas Bowie (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A retired librarian finds her world upended while touring Europe in this comedy. Opens Jun 22 and runs to Jul 21. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
The War Of 1812: The History Of The Village Of The Small Huts, 1812-1815 by Michael Hollingsworth (Stratford Festival/VideoCabaret). This history play looks at the war and its effects on a native confederation that fought in defence of Canada. Previews Jun 26-30. Opens Jul 1 and runs in rep to Aug 12. $50, child $25. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Thursday 12, July 2012
Theatre
Amelia: The Girl Who Wants To Fly by John Gray (Thousand Islands Playhouse). This musical re-imagines the life of the first aviatrix. Opens Jun 28 and runs to Jul 28. $30-$32, stu/preview $16. Firehall Theatre, 185 South St. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Big Band Legends by Alex Mustakas (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the classics by Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Bobby Darin and others. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 14. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Harvey by Mary Chase (Drayton Entertainment). A man with an imaginary friend vexes his society-conscious sister in this comedy. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 14. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Playhouse II, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Here On The Flight Path by Norm Foster (Upper Canada Playhouse). A writer is distracted from his work by the women moving into his building in this comedy. Previews Jul 5-6. Opens Jul 7 and runs to Jul 29. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Murder At Fern Resort by Ron Clark and Sam Bobrick (Drayton Entertainment). A woman, her husband and their dentist get caught up in a love triangle in this suspense-comedy. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 14. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Perfect Wedding by Robin Hawdon (Drayton Entertainment). A groom wakes up next to a woman he doesn't know in this bedroom farce. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 14. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Queen Marie by Shirley Barrie (4th Line Theatre). This musical comedy is based on the life of Marie Dressler, a Canadian who found fame on the vaudeville stage and Holllywood screen. Previews Jul 3-4. Opens Jul 5 and runs to Aug 4. $26-$30, preview $20, opening night $40. Winslow Farm, 779 Zion Line. 1-800-814-0055, 4thlinetheatre.on.ca.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Rocky Road To Dublin by Randy Vancourt (Globus Theatre). Three musicians try to raise money for a trip to say goodbye to a friend in this musical comedy. Opens Jul 10 and runs to Jul 21. $27.50, stu $20. Lakeview Arts Barn, 2300 Pigeon Lake. 1-800-304-7897, globustheatre.com.
Somewhere Beyond The Sea by Douglas Bowie (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A retired librarian finds her world upended while touring Europe in this comedy. Opens Jun 22 and runs to Jul 21. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
The War Of 1812: The History Of The Village Of The Small Huts, 1812-1815 by Michael Hollingsworth (Stratford Festival/VideoCabaret). This history play looks at the war and its effects on a native confederation that fought in defence of Canada. Previews Jun 26-30. Opens Jul 1 and runs in rep to Aug 12. $50, child $25. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Friday 13, July 2012
Theatre
Amelia: The Girl Who Wants To Fly by John Gray (Thousand Islands Playhouse). This musical re-imagines the life of the first aviatrix. Opens Jun 28 and runs to Jul 28. $30-$32, stu/preview $16. Firehall Theatre, 185 South St. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Apprentice To Murder (Mysteriously Yours... Dinner Theatre). This dinner-theatre whodunit features corporate back-stabbing and boardroom intrigue. Opens Apr 20 and runs to Sep 15. $66-$71. 2026 Yonge. 416-486-7469, mysteriouslyyours.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Big Band Legends by Alex Mustakas (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the classics by Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Bobby Darin and others. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 14. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Harvey by Mary Chase (Drayton Entertainment). A man with an imaginary friend vexes his society-conscious sister in this comedy. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 14. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Playhouse II, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Here On The Flight Path by Norm Foster (Upper Canada Playhouse). A writer is distracted from his work by the women moving into his building in this comedy. Previews Jul 5-6. Opens Jul 7 and runs to Jul 29. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Murder At Fern Resort by Ron Clark and Sam Bobrick (Drayton Entertainment). A woman, her husband and their dentist get caught up in a love triangle in this suspense-comedy. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 14. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Perfect Wedding by Robin Hawdon (Drayton Entertainment). A groom wakes up next to a woman he doesn't know in this bedroom farce. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 14. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Queen Marie by Shirley Barrie (4th Line Theatre). This musical comedy is based on the life of Marie Dressler, a Canadian who found fame on the vaudeville stage and Holllywood screen. Previews Jul 3-4. Opens Jul 5 and runs to Aug 4. $26-$30, preview $20, opening night $40. Winslow Farm, 779 Zion Line. 1-800-814-0055, 4thlinetheatre.on.ca.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Rocky Road To Dublin by Randy Vancourt (Globus Theatre). Three musicians try to raise money for a trip to say goodbye to a friend in this musical comedy. Opens Jul 10 and runs to Jul 21. $27.50, stu $20. Lakeview Arts Barn, 2300 Pigeon Lake. 1-800-304-7897, globustheatre.com.
Somewhere Beyond The Sea by Douglas Bowie (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A retired librarian finds her world upended while touring Europe in this comedy. Opens Jun 22 and runs to Jul 21. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Two For The Seesaw by William Gibson (Classic Theatre Festival). Two lost souls find each other in late 50s New York City in this romantic comedy. Previews Jul 13-14. Opens Jul 14 and runs to Aug 5. $21-$30. Mason Theatre, 13 Victoria. 1-877-283-1283, classictheatre.ca.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
The War Of 1812: The History Of The Village Of The Small Huts, 1812-1815 by Michael Hollingsworth (Stratford Festival/VideoCabaret). This history play looks at the war and its effects on a native confederation that fought in defence of Canada. Previews Jun 26-30. Opens Jul 1 and runs in rep to Aug 12. $50, child $25. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Saturday 14, July 2012
Theatre
Amelia: The Girl Who Wants To Fly by John Gray (Thousand Islands Playhouse). This musical re-imagines the life of the first aviatrix. Opens Jun 28 and runs to Jul 28. $30-$32, stu/preview $16. Firehall Theatre, 185 South St. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Apprentice To Murder (Mysteriously Yours... Dinner Theatre). This dinner-theatre whodunit features corporate back-stabbing and boardroom intrigue. Opens Apr 20 and runs to Sep 15. $66-$71. 2026 Yonge. 416-486-7469, mysteriouslyyours.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Big Band Legends by Alex Mustakas (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the classics by Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Bobby Darin and others. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 14. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Harvey by Mary Chase (Drayton Entertainment). A man with an imaginary friend vexes his society-conscious sister in this comedy. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 14. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Playhouse II, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Here On The Flight Path by Norm Foster (Upper Canada Playhouse). A writer is distracted from his work by the women moving into his building in this comedy. Previews Jul 5-6. Opens Jul 7 and runs to Jul 29. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Murder At Fern Resort by Ron Clark and Sam Bobrick (Drayton Entertainment). A woman, her husband and their dentist get caught up in a love triangle in this suspense-comedy. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 14. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Perfect Wedding by Robin Hawdon (Drayton Entertainment). A groom wakes up next to a woman he doesn't know in this bedroom farce. Opens Jun 27 and runs to Jul 14. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Queen Marie by Shirley Barrie (4th Line Theatre). This musical comedy is based on the life of Marie Dressler, a Canadian who found fame on the vaudeville stage and Holllywood screen. Previews Jul 3-4. Opens Jul 5 and runs to Aug 4. $26-$30, preview $20, opening night $40. Winslow Farm, 779 Zion Line. 1-800-814-0055, 4thlinetheatre.on.ca.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Rocky Road To Dublin by Randy Vancourt (Globus Theatre). Three musicians try to raise money for a trip to say goodbye to a friend in this musical comedy. Opens Jul 10 and runs to Jul 21. $27.50, stu $20. Lakeview Arts Barn, 2300 Pigeon Lake. 1-800-304-7897, globustheatre.com.
Somewhere Beyond The Sea by Douglas Bowie (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A retired librarian finds her world upended while touring Europe in this comedy. Opens Jun 22 and runs to Jul 21. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Two For The Seesaw by William Gibson (Classic Theatre Festival). Two lost souls find each other in late 50s New York City in this romantic comedy. Previews Jul 13-14. Opens Jul 14 and runs to Aug 5. $21-$30. Mason Theatre, 13 Victoria. 1-877-283-1283, classictheatre.ca.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
The War Of 1812: The History Of The Village Of The Small Huts, 1812-1815 by Michael Hollingsworth (Stratford Festival/VideoCabaret). This history play looks at the war and its effects on a native confederation that fought in defence of Canada. Previews Jun 26-30. Opens Jul 1 and runs in rep to Aug 12. $50, child $25. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Sunday 15, July 2012
Theatre
Amelia: The Girl Who Wants To Fly by John Gray (Thousand Islands Playhouse). This musical re-imagines the life of the first aviatrix. Opens Jun 28 and runs to Jul 28. $30-$32, stu/preview $16. Firehall Theatre, 185 South St. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Helen's Necklace by Carole Fréchette (Shaw Festival). A visitor looks for her lost necklace in a Middle Eastern city scarred by a recent war. Previews Jul 15-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Aug 31. $50. Studio Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Here On The Flight Path by Norm Foster (Upper Canada Playhouse). A writer is distracted from his work by the women moving into his building in this comedy. Previews Jul 5-6. Opens Jul 7 and runs to Jul 29. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Somewhere Beyond The Sea by Douglas Bowie (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A retired librarian finds her world upended while touring Europe in this comedy. Opens Jun 22 and runs to Jul 21. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Two For The Seesaw by William Gibson (Classic Theatre Festival). Two lost souls find each other in late 50s New York City in this romantic comedy. Previews Jul 13-14. Opens Jul 14 and runs to Aug 5. $21-$30. Mason Theatre, 13 Victoria. 1-877-283-1283, classictheatre.ca.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
The War Of 1812: The History Of The Village Of The Small Huts, 1812-1815 by Michael Hollingsworth (Stratford Festival/VideoCabaret). This history play looks at the war and its effects on a native confederation that fought in defence of Canada. Previews Jun 26-30. Opens Jul 1 and runs in rep to Aug 12. $50, child $25. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Monday 16, July 2012
Comedy
Stand-up At Sazerac presents a weekly stand-up show. Mon 9 pm. Free. Sazerac Gastro Lounge, 782 King W. 647-342-8866, sazerac.ca.
Theatre
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Helen's Necklace by Carole Fréchette (Shaw Festival). A visitor looks for her lost necklace in a Middle Eastern city scarred by a recent war. Previews Jul 15-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Aug 31. $50. Studio Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Two Trees by Daniel Giverin (Globus Theatre). Giverin performs his solo show featuring the poetry of William Butler Yeats, music, comedy and more. Jul 16 at 8 pm. $27.50, stu $20. Lakeview Arts Barn, 2300 Pigeon Lake. 1-800-304-7897, globustheatre.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The War Of 1812: The History Of The Village Of The Small Huts, 1812-1815 by Michael Hollingsworth (Stratford Festival/VideoCabaret). This history play looks at the war and its effects on a native confederation that fought in defence of Canada. Previews Jun 26-30. Opens Jul 1 and runs in rep to Aug 12. $50, child $25. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Tuesday 17, July 2012
Comedy
Yuk Yuk's Downtown presents the Humber School of Comedy at 7:30 pm, and stand-up Amateur Night at 9:30 pm. Tue. $4. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Theatre
Amelia: The Girl Who Wants To Fly by John Gray (Thousand Islands Playhouse). This musical re-imagines the life of the first aviatrix. Opens Jun 28 and runs to Jul 28. $30-$32, stu/preview $16. Firehall Theatre, 185 South St. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Blue Suede Shoes: Memories Of The King by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the songs of Elvis Presley. Opens Jul 17 and runs to Jul 21. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Helen's Necklace by Carole Fréchette (Shaw Festival). A visitor looks for her lost necklace in a Middle Eastern city scarred by a recent war. Previews Jul 15-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Aug 31. $50. Studio Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Here On The Flight Path by Norm Foster (Upper Canada Playhouse). A writer is distracted from his work by the women moving into his building in this comedy. Previews Jul 5-6. Opens Jul 7 and runs to Jul 29. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Queen Marie by Shirley Barrie (4th Line Theatre). This musical comedy is based on the life of Marie Dressler, a Canadian who found fame on the vaudeville stage and Holllywood screen. Previews Jul 3-4. Opens Jul 5 and runs to Aug 4. $26-$30, preview $20, opening night $40. Winslow Farm, 779 Zion Line. 1-800-814-0055, 4thlinetheatre.on.ca.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Rocky Road To Dublin by Randy Vancourt (Globus Theatre). Three musicians try to raise money for a trip to say goodbye to a friend in this musical comedy. Opens Jul 10 and runs to Jul 21. $27.50, stu $20. Lakeview Arts Barn, 2300 Pigeon Lake. 1-800-304-7897, globustheatre.com.
Somewhere Beyond The Sea by Douglas Bowie (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A retired librarian finds her world upended while touring Europe in this comedy. Opens Jun 22 and runs to Jul 21. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
The War Of 1812: The History Of The Village Of The Small Huts, 1812-1815 by Michael Hollingsworth (Stratford Festival/VideoCabaret). This history play looks at the war and its effects on a native confederation that fought in defence of Canada. Previews Jun 26-30. Opens Jul 1 and runs in rep to Aug 12. $50, child $25. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Wednesday 18, July 2012
Theatre
Amelia: The Girl Who Wants To Fly by John Gray (Thousand Islands Playhouse). This musical re-imagines the life of the first aviatrix. Opens Jun 28 and runs to Jul 28. $30-$32, stu/preview $16. Firehall Theatre, 185 South St. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Big Band Legends by Alex Mustakas (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the classics by Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Bobby Darin and others. Opens Jul 18 and runs to Aug 12. $40, previews $32, stu $20. St Jacobs Country Playhouse, 40 Benjamin E. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Blue Suede Shoes: Memories Of The King by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the songs of Elvis Presley. Opens Jul 17 and runs to Jul 21. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Harvey by Mary Chase (Drayton Entertainment). A man with an imaginary friend vexes his society-conscious sister in this comedy. Opens Jul 18 and runs to Aug 4. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Helen's Necklace by Carole Fréchette (Shaw Festival). A visitor looks for her lost necklace in a Middle Eastern city scarred by a recent war. Previews Jul 15-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Aug 31. $50. Studio Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Here On The Flight Path by Norm Foster (Upper Canada Playhouse). A writer is distracted from his work by the women moving into his building in this comedy. Previews Jul 5-6. Opens Jul 7 and runs to Jul 29. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Perfect Wedding by Robin Hawdon (Drayton Entertainment). A groom wakes up next to a woman he doesn't know in this bedroom farce. Opens Jul 18 and runs to Jul 28. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Playhouse II, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Queen Marie by Shirley Barrie (4th Line Theatre). This musical comedy is based on the life of Marie Dressler, a Canadian who found fame on the vaudeville stage and Holllywood screen. Previews Jul 3-4. Opens Jul 5 and runs to Aug 4. $26-$30, preview $20, opening night $40. Winslow Farm, 779 Zion Line. 1-800-814-0055, 4thlinetheatre.on.ca.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Rocky Road To Dublin by Randy Vancourt (Globus Theatre). Three musicians try to raise money for a trip to say goodbye to a friend in this musical comedy. Opens Jul 10 and runs to Jul 21. $27.50, stu $20. Lakeview Arts Barn, 2300 Pigeon Lake. 1-800-304-7897, globustheatre.com.
Somewhere Beyond The Sea by Douglas Bowie (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A retired librarian finds her world upended while touring Europe in this comedy. Opens Jun 22 and runs to Jul 21. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Two For The Seesaw by William Gibson (Classic Theatre Festival). Two lost souls find each other in late 50s New York City in this romantic comedy. Previews Jul 13-14. Opens Jul 14 and runs to Aug 5. $21-$30. Mason Theatre, 13 Victoria. 1-877-283-1283, classictheatre.ca.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
The War Of 1812: The History Of The Village Of The Small Huts, 1812-1815 by Michael Hollingsworth (Stratford Festival/VideoCabaret). This history play looks at the war and its effects on a native confederation that fought in defence of Canada. Previews Jun 26-30. Opens Jul 1 and runs in rep to Aug 12. $50, child $25. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Thursday 19, July 2012
Theatre
Amelia: The Girl Who Wants To Fly by John Gray (Thousand Islands Playhouse). This musical re-imagines the life of the first aviatrix. Opens Jun 28 and runs to Jul 28. $30-$32, stu/preview $16. Firehall Theatre, 185 South St. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Big Band Legends by Alex Mustakas (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the classics by Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Bobby Darin and others. Opens Jul 18 and runs to Aug 12. $40, previews $32, stu $20. St Jacobs Country Playhouse, 40 Benjamin E. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Blue Suede Shoes: Memories Of The King by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the songs of Elvis Presley. Opens Jul 17 and runs to Jul 21. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Harvey by Mary Chase (Drayton Entertainment). A man with an imaginary friend vexes his society-conscious sister in this comedy. Opens Jul 18 and runs to Aug 4. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Helen's Necklace by Carole Fréchette (Shaw Festival). A visitor looks for her lost necklace in a Middle Eastern city scarred by a recent war. Previews Jul 15-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Aug 31. $50. Studio Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Here On The Flight Path by Norm Foster (Upper Canada Playhouse). A writer is distracted from his work by the women moving into his building in this comedy. Previews Jul 5-6. Opens Jul 7 and runs to Jul 29. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Perfect Wedding by Robin Hawdon (Drayton Entertainment). A groom wakes up next to a woman he doesn't know in this bedroom farce. Opens Jul 18 and runs to Jul 28. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Playhouse II, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Queen Marie by Shirley Barrie (4th Line Theatre). This musical comedy is based on the life of Marie Dressler, a Canadian who found fame on the vaudeville stage and Holllywood screen. Previews Jul 3-4. Opens Jul 5 and runs to Aug 4. $26-$30, preview $20, opening night $40. Winslow Farm, 779 Zion Line. 1-800-814-0055, 4thlinetheatre.on.ca.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Rocky Road To Dublin by Randy Vancourt (Globus Theatre). Three musicians try to raise money for a trip to say goodbye to a friend in this musical comedy. Opens Jul 10 and runs to Jul 21. $27.50, stu $20. Lakeview Arts Barn, 2300 Pigeon Lake. 1-800-304-7897, globustheatre.com.
Somewhere Beyond The Sea by Douglas Bowie (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A retired librarian finds her world upended while touring Europe in this comedy. Opens Jun 22 and runs to Jul 21. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Two For The Seesaw by William Gibson (Classic Theatre Festival). Two lost souls find each other in late 50s New York City in this romantic comedy. Previews Jul 13-14. Opens Jul 14 and runs to Aug 5. $21-$30. Mason Theatre, 13 Victoria. 1-877-283-1283, classictheatre.ca.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
The War Of 1812: The History Of The Village Of The Small Huts, 1812-1815 by Michael Hollingsworth (Stratford Festival/VideoCabaret). This history play looks at the war and its effects on a native confederation that fought in defence of Canada. Previews Jun 26-30. Opens Jul 1 and runs in rep to Aug 12. $50, child $25. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Friday 20, July 2012
Theatre
Amelia: The Girl Who Wants To Fly by John Gray (Thousand Islands Playhouse). This musical re-imagines the life of the first aviatrix. Opens Jun 28 and runs to Jul 28. $30-$32, stu/preview $16. Firehall Theatre, 185 South St. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Apprentice To Murder (Mysteriously Yours... Dinner Theatre). This dinner-theatre whodunit features corporate back-stabbing and boardroom intrigue. Opens Apr 20 and runs to Sep 15. $66-$71. 2026 Yonge. 416-486-7469, mysteriouslyyours.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Big Band Legends by Alex Mustakas (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the classics by Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Bobby Darin and others. Opens Jul 18 and runs to Aug 12. $40, previews $32, stu $20. St Jacobs Country Playhouse, 40 Benjamin E. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Blue Suede Shoes: Memories Of The King by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the songs of Elvis Presley. Opens Jul 17 and runs to Jul 21. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Harvey by Mary Chase (Drayton Entertainment). A man with an imaginary friend vexes his society-conscious sister in this comedy. Opens Jul 18 and runs to Aug 4. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Helen's Necklace by Carole Fréchette (Shaw Festival). A visitor looks for her lost necklace in a Middle Eastern city scarred by a recent war. Previews Jul 15-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Aug 31. $50. Studio Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Here On The Flight Path by Norm Foster (Upper Canada Playhouse). A writer is distracted from his work by the women moving into his building in this comedy. Previews Jul 5-6. Opens Jul 7 and runs to Jul 29. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Perfect Wedding by Robin Hawdon (Drayton Entertainment). A groom wakes up next to a woman he doesn't know in this bedroom farce. Opens Jul 18 and runs to Jul 28. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Playhouse II, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Queen Marie by Shirley Barrie (4th Line Theatre). This musical comedy is based on the life of Marie Dressler, a Canadian who found fame on the vaudeville stage and Holllywood screen. Previews Jul 3-4. Opens Jul 5 and runs to Aug 4. $26-$30, preview $20, opening night $40. Winslow Farm, 779 Zion Line. 1-800-814-0055, 4thlinetheatre.on.ca.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Rocky Road To Dublin by Randy Vancourt (Globus Theatre). Three musicians try to raise money for a trip to say goodbye to a friend in this musical comedy. Opens Jul 10 and runs to Jul 21. $27.50, stu $20. Lakeview Arts Barn, 2300 Pigeon Lake. 1-800-304-7897, globustheatre.com.
Somewhere Beyond The Sea by Douglas Bowie (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A retired librarian finds her world upended while touring Europe in this comedy. Opens Jun 22 and runs to Jul 21. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Two For The Seesaw by William Gibson (Classic Theatre Festival). Two lost souls find each other in late 50s New York City in this romantic comedy. Previews Jul 13-14. Opens Jul 14 and runs to Aug 5. $21-$30. Mason Theatre, 13 Victoria. 1-877-283-1283, classictheatre.ca.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
The War Of 1812: The History Of The Village Of The Small Huts, 1812-1815 by Michael Hollingsworth (Stratford Festival/VideoCabaret). This history play looks at the war and its effects on a native confederation that fought in defence of Canada. Previews Jun 26-30. Opens Jul 1 and runs in rep to Aug 12. $50, child $25. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Saturday 21, July 2012
Theatre
Amelia: The Girl Who Wants To Fly by John Gray (Thousand Islands Playhouse). This musical re-imagines the life of the first aviatrix. Opens Jun 28 and runs to Jul 28. $30-$32, stu/preview $16. Firehall Theatre, 185 South St. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Apprentice To Murder (Mysteriously Yours... Dinner Theatre). This dinner-theatre whodunit features corporate back-stabbing and boardroom intrigue. Opens Apr 20 and runs to Sep 15. $66-$71. 2026 Yonge. 416-486-7469, mysteriouslyyours.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Big Band Legends by Alex Mustakas (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the classics by Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Bobby Darin and others. Opens Jul 18 and runs to Aug 12. $40, previews $32, stu $20. St Jacobs Country Playhouse, 40 Benjamin E. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Blue Suede Shoes: Memories Of The King by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the songs of Elvis Presley. Opens Jul 17 and runs to Jul 21. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Harvey by Mary Chase (Drayton Entertainment). A man with an imaginary friend vexes his society-conscious sister in this comedy. Opens Jul 18 and runs to Aug 4. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Helen's Necklace by Carole Fréchette (Shaw Festival). A visitor looks for her lost necklace in a Middle Eastern city scarred by a recent war. Previews Jul 15-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Aug 31. $50. Studio Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Here On The Flight Path by Norm Foster (Upper Canada Playhouse). A writer is distracted from his work by the women moving into his building in this comedy. Previews Jul 5-6. Opens Jul 7 and runs to Jul 29. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Perfect Wedding by Robin Hawdon (Drayton Entertainment). A groom wakes up next to a woman he doesn't know in this bedroom farce. Opens Jul 18 and runs to Jul 28. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Playhouse II, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Queen Marie by Shirley Barrie (4th Line Theatre). This musical comedy is based on the life of Marie Dressler, a Canadian who found fame on the vaudeville stage and Holllywood screen. Previews Jul 3-4. Opens Jul 5 and runs to Aug 4. $26-$30, preview $20, opening night $40. Winslow Farm, 779 Zion Line. 1-800-814-0055, 4thlinetheatre.on.ca.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Rocky Road To Dublin by Randy Vancourt (Globus Theatre). Three musicians try to raise money for a trip to say goodbye to a friend in this musical comedy. Opens Jul 10 and runs to Jul 21. $27.50, stu $20. Lakeview Arts Barn, 2300 Pigeon Lake. 1-800-304-7897, globustheatre.com.
Somewhere Beyond The Sea by Douglas Bowie (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A retired librarian finds her world upended while touring Europe in this comedy. Opens Jun 22 and runs to Jul 21. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Two For The Seesaw by William Gibson (Classic Theatre Festival). Two lost souls find each other in late 50s New York City in this romantic comedy. Previews Jul 13-14. Opens Jul 14 and runs to Aug 5. $21-$30. Mason Theatre, 13 Victoria. 1-877-283-1283, classictheatre.ca.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
The War Of 1812: The History Of The Village Of The Small Huts, 1812-1815 by Michael Hollingsworth (Stratford Festival/VideoCabaret). This history play looks at the war and its effects on a native confederation that fought in defence of Canada. Previews Jun 26-30. Opens Jul 1 and runs in rep to Aug 12. $50, child $25. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Sunday 22, July 2012
Theatre
Amelia: The Girl Who Wants To Fly by John Gray (Thousand Islands Playhouse). This musical re-imagines the life of the first aviatrix. Opens Jun 28 and runs to Jul 28. $30-$32, stu/preview $16. Firehall Theatre, 185 South St. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Big Band Legends by Alex Mustakas (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the classics by Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Bobby Darin and others. Opens Jul 18 and runs to Aug 12. $40, previews $32, stu $20. St Jacobs Country Playhouse, 40 Benjamin E. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Helen's Necklace by Carole Fréchette (Shaw Festival). A visitor looks for her lost necklace in a Middle Eastern city scarred by a recent war. Previews Jul 15-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Aug 31. $50. Studio Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Here On The Flight Path by Norm Foster (Upper Canada Playhouse). A writer is distracted from his work by the women moving into his building in this comedy. Previews Jul 5-6. Opens Jul 7 and runs to Jul 29. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Two For The Seesaw by William Gibson (Classic Theatre Festival). Two lost souls find each other in late 50s New York City in this romantic comedy. Previews Jul 13-14. Opens Jul 14 and runs to Aug 5. $21-$30. Mason Theatre, 13 Victoria. 1-877-283-1283, classictheatre.ca.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
The War Of 1812: The History Of The Village Of The Small Huts, 1812-1815 by Michael Hollingsworth (Stratford Festival/VideoCabaret). This history play looks at the war and its effects on a native confederation that fought in defence of Canada. Previews Jun 26-30. Opens Jul 1 and runs in rep to Aug 12. $50, child $25. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Monday 23, July 2012
Comedy
Stand-up At Sazerac presents a weekly stand-up show. Mon 9 pm. Free. Sazerac Gastro Lounge, 782 King W. 647-342-8866, sazerac.ca.
Theatre
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Helen's Necklace by Carole Fréchette (Shaw Festival). A visitor looks for her lost necklace in a Middle Eastern city scarred by a recent war. Previews Jul 15-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Aug 31. $50. Studio Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The War Of 1812: The History Of The Village Of The Small Huts, 1812-1815 by Michael Hollingsworth (Stratford Festival/VideoCabaret). This history play looks at the war and its effects on a native confederation that fought in defence of Canada. Previews Jun 26-30. Opens Jul 1 and runs in rep to Aug 12. $50, child $25. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Tuesday 24, July 2012
Comedy
Yuk Yuk's Downtown presents the Humber School of Comedy at 7:30 pm, and stand-up Amateur Night at 9:30 pm. Tue. $4. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Theatre
Amelia: The Girl Who Wants To Fly by John Gray (Thousand Islands Playhouse). This musical re-imagines the life of the first aviatrix. Opens Jun 28 and runs to Jul 28. $30-$32, stu/preview $16. Firehall Theatre, 185 South St. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Harvey by Mary Chase (Drayton Entertainment). A man with an imaginary friend vexes his society-conscious sister in this comedy. Opens Jul 18 and runs to Aug 4. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Helen's Necklace by Carole Fréchette (Shaw Festival). A visitor looks for her lost necklace in a Middle Eastern city scarred by a recent war. Previews Jul 15-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Aug 31. $50. Studio Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Here On The Flight Path by Norm Foster (Upper Canada Playhouse). A writer is distracted from his work by the women moving into his building in this comedy. Previews Jul 5-6. Opens Jul 7 and runs to Jul 29. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Queen Marie by Shirley Barrie (4th Line Theatre). This musical comedy is based on the life of Marie Dressler, a Canadian who found fame on the vaudeville stage and Holllywood screen. Previews Jul 3-4. Opens Jul 5 and runs to Aug 4. $26-$30, preview $20, opening night $40. Winslow Farm, 779 Zion Line. 1-800-814-0055, 4thlinetheatre.on.ca.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
The War Of 1812: The History Of The Village Of The Small Huts, 1812-1815 by Michael Hollingsworth (Stratford Festival/VideoCabaret). This history play looks at the war and its effects on a native confederation that fought in defence of Canada. Previews Jun 26-30. Opens Jul 1 and runs in rep to Aug 12. $50, child $25. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Wednesday 25, July 2012
Theatre
9 To 5: The Musical by Dolly Parton and Patricia Resnick (Drayton Entertainment). Secretaries plot revenge against their sexist boss in this adaptation of the 80s film. Opens Jul 25 and runs to Aug 11. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Amelia: The Girl Who Wants To Fly by John Gray (Thousand Islands Playhouse). This musical re-imagines the life of the first aviatrix. Opens Jun 28 and runs to Jul 28. $30-$32, stu/preview $16. Firehall Theatre, 185 South St. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Big Band Legends by Alex Mustakas (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the classics by Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Bobby Darin and others. Opens Jul 18 and runs to Aug 12. $40, previews $32, stu $20. St Jacobs Country Playhouse, 40 Benjamin E. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Harvey by Mary Chase (Drayton Entertainment). A man with an imaginary friend vexes his society-conscious sister in this comedy. Opens Jul 18 and runs to Aug 4. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Helen's Necklace by Carole Fréchette (Shaw Festival). A visitor looks for her lost necklace in a Middle Eastern city scarred by a recent war. Previews Jul 15-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Aug 31. $50. Studio Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Here On The Flight Path by Norm Foster (Upper Canada Playhouse). A writer is distracted from his work by the women moving into his building in this comedy. Previews Jul 5-6. Opens Jul 7 and runs to Jul 29. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Johnny And June by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical revue pays tribute to Johnny Cash and June Carter. Opens Jul 25 and runs to Aug 11. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Perfect Wedding by Robin Hawdon (Drayton Entertainment). A groom wakes up next to a woman he doesn't know in this bedroom farce. Opens Jul 18 and runs to Jul 28. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Playhouse II, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Queen Marie by Shirley Barrie (4th Line Theatre). This musical comedy is based on the life of Marie Dressler, a Canadian who found fame on the vaudeville stage and Holllywood screen. Previews Jul 3-4. Opens Jul 5 and runs to Aug 4. $26-$30, preview $20, opening night $40. Winslow Farm, 779 Zion Line. 1-800-814-0055, 4thlinetheatre.on.ca.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Secret Lives Of Henry And Alice by David Tristam (Globus Theatre). A bored couple use imagination to escape their humdrum lives in this kitchen-sink comedy. Opens Jul 25 and runs to Aug 4. $27.50, stu $20. Lakeview Arts Barn, 2300 Pigeon Lake. 1-800-304-7897, globustheatre.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Two For The Seesaw by William Gibson (Classic Theatre Festival). Two lost souls find each other in late 50s New York City in this romantic comedy. Previews Jul 13-14. Opens Jul 14 and runs to Aug 5. $21-$30. Mason Theatre, 13 Victoria. 1-877-283-1283, classictheatre.ca.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
The War Of 1812: The History Of The Village Of The Small Huts, 1812-1815 by Michael Hollingsworth (Stratford Festival/VideoCabaret). This history play looks at the war and its effects on a native confederation that fought in defence of Canada. Previews Jun 26-30. Opens Jul 1 and runs in rep to Aug 12. $50, child $25. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
A Word Or Two by Christopher Plummer (Stratford Festival). Plummer performs his solo autobiographical show about the literature that has stirred his imagination. Previews Jul 25-Aug 1. Opens Aug 2 and runs in rep to Aug 26. $75-$125. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Thursday 26, July 2012
Theatre
9 To 5: The Musical by Dolly Parton and Patricia Resnick (Drayton Entertainment). Secretaries plot revenge against their sexist boss in this adaptation of the 80s film. Opens Jul 25 and runs to Aug 11. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Amelia: The Girl Who Wants To Fly by John Gray (Thousand Islands Playhouse). This musical re-imagines the life of the first aviatrix. Opens Jun 28 and runs to Jul 28. $30-$32, stu/preview $16. Firehall Theatre, 185 South St. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Big Band Legends by Alex Mustakas (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the classics by Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Bobby Darin and others. Opens Jul 18 and runs to Aug 12. $40, previews $32, stu $20. St Jacobs Country Playhouse, 40 Benjamin E. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Harvey by Mary Chase (Drayton Entertainment). A man with an imaginary friend vexes his society-conscious sister in this comedy. Opens Jul 18 and runs to Aug 4. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Helen's Necklace by Carole Fréchette (Shaw Festival). A visitor looks for her lost necklace in a Middle Eastern city scarred by a recent war. Previews Jul 15-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Aug 31. $50. Studio Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Here On The Flight Path by Norm Foster (Upper Canada Playhouse). A writer is distracted from his work by the women moving into his building in this comedy. Previews Jul 5-6. Opens Jul 7 and runs to Jul 29. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Johnny And June by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical revue pays tribute to Johnny Cash and June Carter. Opens Jul 25 and runs to Aug 11. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Perfect Wedding by Robin Hawdon (Drayton Entertainment). A groom wakes up next to a woman he doesn't know in this bedroom farce. Opens Jul 18 and runs to Jul 28. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Playhouse II, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Queen Marie by Shirley Barrie (4th Line Theatre). This musical comedy is based on the life of Marie Dressler, a Canadian who found fame on the vaudeville stage and Holllywood screen. Previews Jul 3-4. Opens Jul 5 and runs to Aug 4. $26-$30, preview $20, opening night $40. Winslow Farm, 779 Zion Line. 1-800-814-0055, 4thlinetheatre.on.ca.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Secret Lives Of Henry And Alice by David Tristam (Globus Theatre). A bored couple use imagination to escape their humdrum lives in this kitchen-sink comedy. Opens Jul 25 and runs to Aug 4. $27.50, stu $20. Lakeview Arts Barn, 2300 Pigeon Lake. 1-800-304-7897, globustheatre.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Two For The Seesaw by William Gibson (Classic Theatre Festival). Two lost souls find each other in late 50s New York City in this romantic comedy. Previews Jul 13-14. Opens Jul 14 and runs to Aug 5. $21-$30. Mason Theatre, 13 Victoria. 1-877-283-1283, classictheatre.ca.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
The War Of 1812: The History Of The Village Of The Small Huts, 1812-1815 by Michael Hollingsworth (Stratford Festival/VideoCabaret). This history play looks at the war and its effects on a native confederation that fought in defence of Canada. Previews Jun 26-30. Opens Jul 1 and runs in rep to Aug 12. $50, child $25. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
A Word Or Two by Christopher Plummer (Stratford Festival). Plummer performs his solo autobiographical show about the literature that has stirred his imagination. Previews Jul 25-Aug 1. Opens Aug 2 and runs in rep to Aug 26. $75-$125. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Friday 27, July 2012
Comedy
Passion ComedyPassion Lounge presents a monthly comedy show. Apr 25 9 pm, May 25 9 pm, Jun 29 9 pm, Jul 27 9 pm, Aug 31 9 pm. $5 or pwyc. 1220 Danforth. 416-999-0654.
Theatre
9 To 5: The Musical by Dolly Parton and Patricia Resnick (Drayton Entertainment). Secretaries plot revenge against their sexist boss in this adaptation of the 80s film. Opens Jul 25 and runs to Aug 11. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Amelia: The Girl Who Wants To Fly by John Gray (Thousand Islands Playhouse). This musical re-imagines the life of the first aviatrix. Opens Jun 28 and runs to Jul 28. $30-$32, stu/preview $16. Firehall Theatre, 185 South St. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Apprentice To Murder (Mysteriously Yours... Dinner Theatre). This dinner-theatre whodunit features corporate back-stabbing and boardroom intrigue. Opens Apr 20 and runs to Sep 15. $66-$71. 2026 Yonge. 416-486-7469, mysteriouslyyours.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Big Band Legends by Alex Mustakas (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the classics by Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Bobby Darin and others. Opens Jul 18 and runs to Aug 12. $40, previews $32, stu $20. St Jacobs Country Playhouse, 40 Benjamin E. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Harvey by Mary Chase (Drayton Entertainment). A man with an imaginary friend vexes his society-conscious sister in this comedy. Opens Jul 18 and runs to Aug 4. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Helen's Necklace by Carole Fréchette (Shaw Festival). A visitor looks for her lost necklace in a Middle Eastern city scarred by a recent war. Previews Jul 15-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Aug 31. $50. Studio Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Here On The Flight Path by Norm Foster (Upper Canada Playhouse). A writer is distracted from his work by the women moving into his building in this comedy. Previews Jul 5-6. Opens Jul 7 and runs to Jul 29. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Johnny And June by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical revue pays tribute to Johnny Cash and June Carter. Opens Jul 25 and runs to Aug 11. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Little Shop Of Horrors by Howard Ashman and Alan Menken (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A flower shop clerk raises a plant that feeds on human blood in this musical. Opens Jul 27 and runs to Sep 1. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Michael Jackson The Immortal World Tour by Jamie King (Cirque du Soleil). This fusion of visuals, dance, music and fantasy uses choreography by Jackson and more than 60 dancers, musicians and acrobats to showcase the King of Pop's artistry. Jul 27-28. $50-$175. Air Canada Centre, 40 Bay. 416-870-8000, ticketmaster.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Perfect Wedding by Robin Hawdon (Drayton Entertainment). A groom wakes up next to a woman he doesn't know in this bedroom farce. Opens Jul 18 and runs to Jul 28. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Playhouse II, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Queen Marie by Shirley Barrie (4th Line Theatre). This musical comedy is based on the life of Marie Dressler, a Canadian who found fame on the vaudeville stage and Holllywood screen. Previews Jul 3-4. Opens Jul 5 and runs to Aug 4. $26-$30, preview $20, opening night $40. Winslow Farm, 779 Zion Line. 1-800-814-0055, 4thlinetheatre.on.ca.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Secret Lives Of Henry And Alice by David Tristam (Globus Theatre). A bored couple use imagination to escape their humdrum lives in this kitchen-sink comedy. Opens Jul 25 and runs to Aug 4. $27.50, stu $20. Lakeview Arts Barn, 2300 Pigeon Lake. 1-800-304-7897, globustheatre.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Two For The Seesaw by William Gibson (Classic Theatre Festival). Two lost souls find each other in late 50s New York City in this romantic comedy. Previews Jul 13-14. Opens Jul 14 and runs to Aug 5. $21-$30. Mason Theatre, 13 Victoria. 1-877-283-1283, classictheatre.ca.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
The War Of 1812: The History Of The Village Of The Small Huts, 1812-1815 by Michael Hollingsworth (Stratford Festival/VideoCabaret). This history play looks at the war and its effects on a native confederation that fought in defence of Canada. Previews Jun 26-30. Opens Jul 1 and runs in rep to Aug 12. $50, child $25. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
A Word Or Two by Christopher Plummer (Stratford Festival). Plummer performs his solo autobiographical show about the literature that has stirred his imagination. Previews Jul 25-Aug 1. Opens Aug 2 and runs in rep to Aug 26. $75-$125. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Saturday 28, July 2012
Theatre
9 To 5: The Musical by Dolly Parton and Patricia Resnick (Drayton Entertainment). Secretaries plot revenge against their sexist boss in this adaptation of the 80s film. Opens Jul 25 and runs to Aug 11. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Amelia: The Girl Who Wants To Fly by John Gray (Thousand Islands Playhouse). This musical re-imagines the life of the first aviatrix. Opens Jun 28 and runs to Jul 28. $30-$32, stu/preview $16. Firehall Theatre, 185 South St. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Apprentice To Murder (Mysteriously Yours... Dinner Theatre). This dinner-theatre whodunit features corporate back-stabbing and boardroom intrigue. Opens Apr 20 and runs to Sep 15. $66-$71. 2026 Yonge. 416-486-7469, mysteriouslyyours.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Big Band Legends by Alex Mustakas (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the classics by Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Bobby Darin and others. Opens Jul 18 and runs to Aug 12. $40, previews $32, stu $20. St Jacobs Country Playhouse, 40 Benjamin E. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Harvey by Mary Chase (Drayton Entertainment). A man with an imaginary friend vexes his society-conscious sister in this comedy. Opens Jul 18 and runs to Aug 4. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Helen's Necklace by Carole Fréchette (Shaw Festival). A visitor looks for her lost necklace in a Middle Eastern city scarred by a recent war. Previews Jul 15-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Aug 31. $50. Studio Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Here On The Flight Path by Norm Foster (Upper Canada Playhouse). A writer is distracted from his work by the women moving into his building in this comedy. Previews Jul 5-6. Opens Jul 7 and runs to Jul 29. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Johnny And June by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical revue pays tribute to Johnny Cash and June Carter. Opens Jul 25 and runs to Aug 11. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Little Shop Of Horrors by Howard Ashman and Alan Menken (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A flower shop clerk raises a plant that feeds on human blood in this musical. Opens Jul 27 and runs to Sep 1. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Michael Jackson The Immortal World Tour by Jamie King (Cirque du Soleil). This fusion of visuals, dance, music and fantasy uses choreography by Jackson and more than 60 dancers, musicians and acrobats to showcase the King of Pop's artistry. Jul 27-28. $50-$175. Air Canada Centre, 40 Bay. 416-870-8000, ticketmaster.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Perfect Wedding by Robin Hawdon (Drayton Entertainment). A groom wakes up next to a woman he doesn't know in this bedroom farce. Opens Jul 18 and runs to Jul 28. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Playhouse II, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Queen Marie by Shirley Barrie (4th Line Theatre). This musical comedy is based on the life of Marie Dressler, a Canadian who found fame on the vaudeville stage and Holllywood screen. Previews Jul 3-4. Opens Jul 5 and runs to Aug 4. $26-$30, preview $20, opening night $40. Winslow Farm, 779 Zion Line. 1-800-814-0055, 4thlinetheatre.on.ca.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Secret Lives Of Henry And Alice by David Tristam (Globus Theatre). A bored couple use imagination to escape their humdrum lives in this kitchen-sink comedy. Opens Jul 25 and runs to Aug 4. $27.50, stu $20. Lakeview Arts Barn, 2300 Pigeon Lake. 1-800-304-7897, globustheatre.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Two For The Seesaw by William Gibson (Classic Theatre Festival). Two lost souls find each other in late 50s New York City in this romantic comedy. Previews Jul 13-14. Opens Jul 14 and runs to Aug 5. $21-$30. Mason Theatre, 13 Victoria. 1-877-283-1283, classictheatre.ca.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
The War Of 1812: The History Of The Village Of The Small Huts, 1812-1815 by Michael Hollingsworth (Stratford Festival/VideoCabaret). This history play looks at the war and its effects on a native confederation that fought in defence of Canada. Previews Jun 26-30. Opens Jul 1 and runs in rep to Aug 12. $50, child $25. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
A Word Or Two by Christopher Plummer (Stratford Festival). Plummer performs his solo autobiographical show about the literature that has stirred his imagination. Previews Jul 25-Aug 1. Opens Aug 2 and runs in rep to Aug 26. $75-$125. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Sunday 29, July 2012
Theatre
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Big Band Legends by Alex Mustakas (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the classics by Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Bobby Darin and others. Opens Jul 18 and runs to Aug 12. $40, previews $32, stu $20. St Jacobs Country Playhouse, 40 Benjamin E. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Helen's Necklace by Carole Fréchette (Shaw Festival). A visitor looks for her lost necklace in a Middle Eastern city scarred by a recent war. Previews Jul 15-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Aug 31. $50. Studio Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Here On The Flight Path by Norm Foster (Upper Canada Playhouse). A writer is distracted from his work by the women moving into his building in this comedy. Previews Jul 5-6. Opens Jul 7 and runs to Jul 29. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Little Shop Of Horrors by Howard Ashman and Alan Menken (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A flower shop clerk raises a plant that feeds on human blood in this musical. Opens Jul 27 and runs to Sep 1. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Two For The Seesaw by William Gibson (Classic Theatre Festival). Two lost souls find each other in late 50s New York City in this romantic comedy. Previews Jul 13-14. Opens Jul 14 and runs to Aug 5. $21-$30. Mason Theatre, 13 Victoria. 1-877-283-1283, classictheatre.ca.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
The War Of 1812: The History Of The Village Of The Small Huts, 1812-1815 by Michael Hollingsworth (Stratford Festival/VideoCabaret). This history play looks at the war and its effects on a native confederation that fought in defence of Canada. Previews Jun 26-30. Opens Jul 1 and runs in rep to Aug 12. $50, child $25. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
A Word Or Two by Christopher Plummer (Stratford Festival). Plummer performs his solo autobiographical show about the literature that has stirred his imagination. Previews Jul 25-Aug 1. Opens Aug 2 and runs in rep to Aug 26. $75-$125. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Monday 30, July 2012
Theatre
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Helen's Necklace by Carole Fréchette (Shaw Festival). A visitor looks for her lost necklace in a Middle Eastern city scarred by a recent war. Previews Jul 15-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Aug 31. $50. Studio Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The War Of 1812: The History Of The Village Of The Small Huts, 1812-1815 by Michael Hollingsworth (Stratford Festival/VideoCabaret). This history play looks at the war and its effects on a native confederation that fought in defence of Canada. Previews Jun 26-30. Opens Jul 1 and runs in rep to Aug 12. $50, child $25. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
A Word Or Two by Christopher Plummer (Stratford Festival). Plummer performs his solo autobiographical show about the literature that has stirred his imagination. Previews Jul 25-Aug 1. Opens Aug 2 and runs in rep to Aug 26. $75-$125. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Tuesday 31, July 2012
Comedy
Yuk Yuk's Downtown presents the Humber School of Comedy at 7:30 pm, and stand-up Amateur Night at 9:30 pm. Tue. $4. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Theatre
9 To 5: The Musical by Dolly Parton and Patricia Resnick (Drayton Entertainment). Secretaries plot revenge against their sexist boss in this adaptation of the 80s film. Opens Jul 25 and runs to Aug 11. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Harvey by Mary Chase (Drayton Entertainment). A man with an imaginary friend vexes his society-conscious sister in this comedy. Opens Jul 18 and runs to Aug 4. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Helen's Necklace by Carole Fréchette (Shaw Festival). A visitor looks for her lost necklace in a Middle Eastern city scarred by a recent war. Previews Jul 15-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Aug 31. $50. Studio Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Johnny And June by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical revue pays tribute to Johnny Cash and June Carter. Opens Jul 25 and runs to Aug 11. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Little Shop Of Horrors by Howard Ashman and Alan Menken (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A flower shop clerk raises a plant that feeds on human blood in this musical. Opens Jul 27 and runs to Sep 1. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Queen Marie by Shirley Barrie (4th Line Theatre). This musical comedy is based on the life of Marie Dressler, a Canadian who found fame on the vaudeville stage and Holllywood screen. Previews Jul 3-4. Opens Jul 5 and runs to Aug 4. $26-$30, preview $20, opening night $40. Winslow Farm, 779 Zion Line. 1-800-814-0055, 4thlinetheatre.on.ca.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Secret Lives Of Henry And Alice by David Tristam (Globus Theatre). A bored couple use imagination to escape their humdrum lives in this kitchen-sink comedy. Opens Jul 25 and runs to Aug 4. $27.50, stu $20. Lakeview Arts Barn, 2300 Pigeon Lake. 1-800-304-7897, globustheatre.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
The War Of 1812: The History Of The Village Of The Small Huts, 1812-1815 by Michael Hollingsworth (Stratford Festival/VideoCabaret). This history play looks at the war and its effects on a native confederation that fought in defence of Canada. Previews Jun 26-30. Opens Jul 1 and runs in rep to Aug 12. $50, child $25. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
A Word Or Two by Christopher Plummer (Stratford Festival). Plummer performs his solo autobiographical show about the literature that has stirred his imagination. Previews Jul 25-Aug 1. Opens Aug 2 and runs in rep to Aug 26. $75-$125. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Wednesday 1, August 2012
Theatre
9 To 5: The Musical by Dolly Parton and Patricia Resnick (Drayton Entertainment). Secretaries plot revenge against their sexist boss in this adaptation of the 80s film. Opens Jul 25 and runs to Aug 11. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Big Band Legends by Alex Mustakas (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the classics by Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Bobby Darin and others. Opens Jul 18 and runs to Aug 12. $40, previews $32, stu $20. St Jacobs Country Playhouse, 40 Benjamin E. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Harvey by Mary Chase (Drayton Entertainment). A man with an imaginary friend vexes his society-conscious sister in this comedy. Opens Jul 18 and runs to Aug 4. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Helen's Necklace by Carole Fréchette (Shaw Festival). A visitor looks for her lost necklace in a Middle Eastern city scarred by a recent war. Previews Jul 15-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Aug 31. $50. Studio Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Johnny And June by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical revue pays tribute to Johnny Cash and June Carter. Opens Jul 25 and runs to Aug 11. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Little Shop Of Horrors by Howard Ashman and Alan Menken (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A flower shop clerk raises a plant that feeds on human blood in this musical. Opens Jul 27 and runs to Sep 1. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Melville Boys by Norm Foster (Drayton Entertainment). Two brothers' plans for a guys getaway change when they meet two sisters in this comedy. Opens Aug 1 and runs to Aug 11. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Playhouse II, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Queen Marie by Shirley Barrie (4th Line Theatre). This musical comedy is based on the life of Marie Dressler, a Canadian who found fame on the vaudeville stage and Holllywood screen. Previews Jul 3-4. Opens Jul 5 and runs to Aug 4. $26-$30, preview $20, opening night $40. Winslow Farm, 779 Zion Line. 1-800-814-0055, 4thlinetheatre.on.ca.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Secret Lives Of Henry And Alice by David Tristam (Globus Theatre). A bored couple use imagination to escape their humdrum lives in this kitchen-sink comedy. Opens Jul 25 and runs to Aug 4. $27.50, stu $20. Lakeview Arts Barn, 2300 Pigeon Lake. 1-800-304-7897, globustheatre.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Two For The Seesaw by William Gibson (Classic Theatre Festival). Two lost souls find each other in late 50s New York City in this romantic comedy. Previews Jul 13-14. Opens Jul 14 and runs to Aug 5. $21-$30. Mason Theatre, 13 Victoria. 1-877-283-1283, classictheatre.ca.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
The War Of 1812: The History Of The Village Of The Small Huts, 1812-1815 by Michael Hollingsworth (Stratford Festival/VideoCabaret). This history play looks at the war and its effects on a native confederation that fought in defence of Canada. Previews Jun 26-30. Opens Jul 1 and runs in rep to Aug 12. $50, child $25. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
A Word Or Two by Christopher Plummer (Stratford Festival). Plummer performs his solo autobiographical show about the literature that has stirred his imagination. Previews Jul 25-Aug 1. Opens Aug 2 and runs in rep to Aug 26. $75-$125. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Thursday 2, August 2012
Theatre
9 To 5: The Musical by Dolly Parton and Patricia Resnick (Drayton Entertainment). Secretaries plot revenge against their sexist boss in this adaptation of the 80s film. Opens Jul 25 and runs to Aug 11. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Big Band Legends by Alex Mustakas (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the classics by Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Bobby Darin and others. Opens Jul 18 and runs to Aug 12. $40, previews $32, stu $20. St Jacobs Country Playhouse, 40 Benjamin E. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Harvey by Mary Chase (Drayton Entertainment). A man with an imaginary friend vexes his society-conscious sister in this comedy. Opens Jul 18 and runs to Aug 4. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Helen's Necklace by Carole Fréchette (Shaw Festival). A visitor looks for her lost necklace in a Middle Eastern city scarred by a recent war. Previews Jul 15-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Aug 31. $50. Studio Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Johnny And June by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical revue pays tribute to Johnny Cash and June Carter. Opens Jul 25 and runs to Aug 11. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Little Shop Of Horrors by Howard Ashman and Alan Menken (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A flower shop clerk raises a plant that feeds on human blood in this musical. Opens Jul 27 and runs to Sep 1. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Melville Boys by Norm Foster (Drayton Entertainment). Two brothers' plans for a guys getaway change when they meet two sisters in this comedy. Opens Aug 1 and runs to Aug 11. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Playhouse II, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Queen Marie by Shirley Barrie (4th Line Theatre). This musical comedy is based on the life of Marie Dressler, a Canadian who found fame on the vaudeville stage and Holllywood screen. Previews Jul 3-4. Opens Jul 5 and runs to Aug 4. $26-$30, preview $20, opening night $40. Winslow Farm, 779 Zion Line. 1-800-814-0055, 4thlinetheatre.on.ca.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Secret Lives Of Henry And Alice by David Tristam (Globus Theatre). A bored couple use imagination to escape their humdrum lives in this kitchen-sink comedy. Opens Jul 25 and runs to Aug 4. $27.50, stu $20. Lakeview Arts Barn, 2300 Pigeon Lake. 1-800-304-7897, globustheatre.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Two For The Seesaw by William Gibson (Classic Theatre Festival). Two lost souls find each other in late 50s New York City in this romantic comedy. Previews Jul 13-14. Opens Jul 14 and runs to Aug 5. $21-$30. Mason Theatre, 13 Victoria. 1-877-283-1283, classictheatre.ca.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
The War Of 1812: The History Of The Village Of The Small Huts, 1812-1815 by Michael Hollingsworth (Stratford Festival/VideoCabaret). This history play looks at the war and its effects on a native confederation that fought in defence of Canada. Previews Jun 26-30. Opens Jul 1 and runs in rep to Aug 12. $50, child $25. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Wife Begins At 40 by Arne Sultan, Earl Barret and Ray Cooney (Upper Canada Playhouse). An unhappy woman and her clueless husband try to rekindle the spark in this comedy. Previews Aug 2-3. Opens Aug 4 and runs to Aug 26. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
A Word Or Two by Christopher Plummer (Stratford Festival). Plummer performs his solo autobiographical show about the literature that has stirred his imagination. Previews Jul 25-Aug 1. Opens Aug 2 and runs in rep to Aug 26. $75-$125. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Friday 3, August 2012
Theatre
9 To 5: The Musical by Dolly Parton and Patricia Resnick (Drayton Entertainment). Secretaries plot revenge against their sexist boss in this adaptation of the 80s film. Opens Jul 25 and runs to Aug 11. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Apprentice To Murder (Mysteriously Yours... Dinner Theatre). This dinner-theatre whodunit features corporate back-stabbing and boardroom intrigue. Opens Apr 20 and runs to Sep 15. $66-$71. 2026 Yonge. 416-486-7469, mysteriouslyyours.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Big Band Legends by Alex Mustakas (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the classics by Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Bobby Darin and others. Opens Jul 18 and runs to Aug 12. $40, previews $32, stu $20. St Jacobs Country Playhouse, 40 Benjamin E. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Harvey by Mary Chase (Drayton Entertainment). A man with an imaginary friend vexes his society-conscious sister in this comedy. Opens Jul 18 and runs to Aug 4. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Helen's Necklace by Carole Fréchette (Shaw Festival). A visitor looks for her lost necklace in a Middle Eastern city scarred by a recent war. Previews Jul 15-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Aug 31. $50. Studio Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Johnny And June by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical revue pays tribute to Johnny Cash and June Carter. Opens Jul 25 and runs to Aug 11. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Little Shop Of Horrors by Howard Ashman and Alan Menken (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A flower shop clerk raises a plant that feeds on human blood in this musical. Opens Jul 27 and runs to Sep 1. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Melville Boys by Norm Foster (Drayton Entertainment). Two brothers' plans for a guys getaway change when they meet two sisters in this comedy. Opens Aug 1 and runs to Aug 11. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Playhouse II, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Queen Marie by Shirley Barrie (4th Line Theatre). This musical comedy is based on the life of Marie Dressler, a Canadian who found fame on the vaudeville stage and Holllywood screen. Previews Jul 3-4. Opens Jul 5 and runs to Aug 4. $26-$30, preview $20, opening night $40. Winslow Farm, 779 Zion Line. 1-800-814-0055, 4thlinetheatre.on.ca.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Secret Lives Of Henry And Alice by David Tristam (Globus Theatre). A bored couple use imagination to escape their humdrum lives in this kitchen-sink comedy. Opens Jul 25 and runs to Aug 4. $27.50, stu $20. Lakeview Arts Barn, 2300 Pigeon Lake. 1-800-304-7897, globustheatre.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Two For The Seesaw by William Gibson (Classic Theatre Festival). Two lost souls find each other in late 50s New York City in this romantic comedy. Previews Jul 13-14. Opens Jul 14 and runs to Aug 5. $21-$30. Mason Theatre, 13 Victoria. 1-877-283-1283, classictheatre.ca.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
The War Of 1812: The History Of The Village Of The Small Huts, 1812-1815 by Michael Hollingsworth (Stratford Festival/VideoCabaret). This history play looks at the war and its effects on a native confederation that fought in defence of Canada. Previews Jun 26-30. Opens Jul 1 and runs in rep to Aug 12. $50, child $25. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Wife Begins At 40 by Arne Sultan, Earl Barret and Ray Cooney (Upper Canada Playhouse). An unhappy woman and her clueless husband try to rekindle the spark in this comedy. Previews Aug 2-3. Opens Aug 4 and runs to Aug 26. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
A Word Or Two by Christopher Plummer (Stratford Festival). Plummer performs his solo autobiographical show about the literature that has stirred his imagination. Previews Jul 25-Aug 1. Opens Aug 2 and runs in rep to Aug 26. $75-$125. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Saturday 4, August 2012
Theatre
9 To 5: The Musical by Dolly Parton and Patricia Resnick (Drayton Entertainment). Secretaries plot revenge against their sexist boss in this adaptation of the 80s film. Opens Jul 25 and runs to Aug 11. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Apprentice To Murder (Mysteriously Yours... Dinner Theatre). This dinner-theatre whodunit features corporate back-stabbing and boardroom intrigue. Opens Apr 20 and runs to Sep 15. $66-$71. 2026 Yonge. 416-486-7469, mysteriouslyyours.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Big Band Legends by Alex Mustakas (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the classics by Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Bobby Darin and others. Opens Jul 18 and runs to Aug 12. $40, previews $32, stu $20. St Jacobs Country Playhouse, 40 Benjamin E. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Harvey by Mary Chase (Drayton Entertainment). A man with an imaginary friend vexes his society-conscious sister in this comedy. Opens Jul 18 and runs to Aug 4. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Helen's Necklace by Carole Fréchette (Shaw Festival). A visitor looks for her lost necklace in a Middle Eastern city scarred by a recent war. Previews Jul 15-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Aug 31. $50. Studio Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Johnny And June by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical revue pays tribute to Johnny Cash and June Carter. Opens Jul 25 and runs to Aug 11. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Little Shop Of Horrors by Howard Ashman and Alan Menken (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A flower shop clerk raises a plant that feeds on human blood in this musical. Opens Jul 27 and runs to Sep 1. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Melville Boys by Norm Foster (Drayton Entertainment). Two brothers' plans for a guys getaway change when they meet two sisters in this comedy. Opens Aug 1 and runs to Aug 11. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Playhouse II, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Queen Marie by Shirley Barrie (4th Line Theatre). This musical comedy is based on the life of Marie Dressler, a Canadian who found fame on the vaudeville stage and Holllywood screen. Previews Jul 3-4. Opens Jul 5 and runs to Aug 4. $26-$30, preview $20, opening night $40. Winslow Farm, 779 Zion Line. 1-800-814-0055, 4thlinetheatre.on.ca.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Secret Lives Of Henry And Alice by David Tristam (Globus Theatre). A bored couple use imagination to escape their humdrum lives in this kitchen-sink comedy. Opens Jul 25 and runs to Aug 4. $27.50, stu $20. Lakeview Arts Barn, 2300 Pigeon Lake. 1-800-304-7897, globustheatre.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Two For The Seesaw by William Gibson (Classic Theatre Festival). Two lost souls find each other in late 50s New York City in this romantic comedy. Previews Jul 13-14. Opens Jul 14 and runs to Aug 5. $21-$30. Mason Theatre, 13 Victoria. 1-877-283-1283, classictheatre.ca.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
The War Of 1812: The History Of The Village Of The Small Huts, 1812-1815 by Michael Hollingsworth (Stratford Festival/VideoCabaret). This history play looks at the war and its effects on a native confederation that fought in defence of Canada. Previews Jun 26-30. Opens Jul 1 and runs in rep to Aug 12. $50, child $25. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Wife Begins At 40 by Arne Sultan, Earl Barret and Ray Cooney (Upper Canada Playhouse). An unhappy woman and her clueless husband try to rekindle the spark in this comedy. Previews Aug 2-3. Opens Aug 4 and runs to Aug 26. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
A Word Or Two by Christopher Plummer (Stratford Festival). Plummer performs his solo autobiographical show about the literature that has stirred his imagination. Previews Jul 25-Aug 1. Opens Aug 2 and runs in rep to Aug 26. $75-$125. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Sunday 5, August 2012
Theatre
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Big Band Legends by Alex Mustakas (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the classics by Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Bobby Darin and others. Opens Jul 18 and runs to Aug 12. $40, previews $32, stu $20. St Jacobs Country Playhouse, 40 Benjamin E. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Helen's Necklace by Carole Fréchette (Shaw Festival). A visitor looks for her lost necklace in a Middle Eastern city scarred by a recent war. Previews Jul 15-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Aug 31. $50. Studio Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Little Shop Of Horrors by Howard Ashman and Alan Menken (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A flower shop clerk raises a plant that feeds on human blood in this musical. Opens Jul 27 and runs to Sep 1. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Two For The Seesaw by William Gibson (Classic Theatre Festival). Two lost souls find each other in late 50s New York City in this romantic comedy. Previews Jul 13-14. Opens Jul 14 and runs to Aug 5. $21-$30. Mason Theatre, 13 Victoria. 1-877-283-1283, classictheatre.ca.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
The War Of 1812: The History Of The Village Of The Small Huts, 1812-1815 by Michael Hollingsworth (Stratford Festival/VideoCabaret). This history play looks at the war and its effects on a native confederation that fought in defence of Canada. Previews Jun 26-30. Opens Jul 1 and runs in rep to Aug 12. $50, child $25. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Wife Begins At 40 by Arne Sultan, Earl Barret and Ray Cooney (Upper Canada Playhouse). An unhappy woman and her clueless husband try to rekindle the spark in this comedy. Previews Aug 2-3. Opens Aug 4 and runs to Aug 26. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
A Word Or Two by Christopher Plummer (Stratford Festival). Plummer performs his solo autobiographical show about the literature that has stirred his imagination. Previews Jul 25-Aug 1. Opens Aug 2 and runs in rep to Aug 26. $75-$125. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Monday 6, August 2012
Theatre
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Helen's Necklace by Carole Fréchette (Shaw Festival). A visitor looks for her lost necklace in a Middle Eastern city scarred by a recent war. Previews Jul 15-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Aug 31. $50. Studio Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The War Of 1812: The History Of The Village Of The Small Huts, 1812-1815 by Michael Hollingsworth (Stratford Festival/VideoCabaret). This history play looks at the war and its effects on a native confederation that fought in defence of Canada. Previews Jun 26-30. Opens Jul 1 and runs in rep to Aug 12. $50, child $25. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
A Word Or Two by Christopher Plummer (Stratford Festival). Plummer performs his solo autobiographical show about the literature that has stirred his imagination. Previews Jul 25-Aug 1. Opens Aug 2 and runs in rep to Aug 26. $75-$125. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Tuesday 7, August 2012
Comedy
Yuk Yuk's Downtown presents the Humber School of Comedy at 7:30 pm, and stand-up Amateur Night at 9:30 pm. Tue. $4. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Theatre
9 To 5: The Musical by Dolly Parton and Patricia Resnick (Drayton Entertainment). Secretaries plot revenge against their sexist boss in this adaptation of the 80s film. Opens Jul 25 and runs to Aug 11. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Helen's Necklace by Carole Fréchette (Shaw Festival). A visitor looks for her lost necklace in a Middle Eastern city scarred by a recent war. Previews Jul 15-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Aug 31. $50. Studio Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Johnny And June by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical revue pays tribute to Johnny Cash and June Carter. Opens Jul 25 and runs to Aug 11. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Little Shop Of Horrors by Howard Ashman and Alan Menken (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A flower shop clerk raises a plant that feeds on human blood in this musical. Opens Jul 27 and runs to Sep 1. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
The War Of 1812: The History Of The Village Of The Small Huts, 1812-1815 by Michael Hollingsworth (Stratford Festival/VideoCabaret). This history play looks at the war and its effects on a native confederation that fought in defence of Canada. Previews Jun 26-30. Opens Jul 1 and runs in rep to Aug 12. $50, child $25. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Wife Begins At 40 by Arne Sultan, Earl Barret and Ray Cooney (Upper Canada Playhouse). An unhappy woman and her clueless husband try to rekindle the spark in this comedy. Previews Aug 2-3. Opens Aug 4 and runs to Aug 26. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
A Word Or Two by Christopher Plummer (Stratford Festival). Plummer performs his solo autobiographical show about the literature that has stirred his imagination. Previews Jul 25-Aug 1. Opens Aug 2 and runs in rep to Aug 26. $75-$125. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Wednesday 8, August 2012
Theatre
9 To 5: The Musical by Dolly Parton and Patricia Resnick (Drayton Entertainment). Secretaries plot revenge against their sexist boss in this adaptation of the 80s film. Opens Jul 25 and runs to Aug 11. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Antoine Feval by Chris Gibbs (Globus Theatre). This comedy looks at the exploits of a 19th-century English detective's dimwitted sidekick. Opens Aug 8 and runs to Aug 18. $27.50, stu $20. Lakeview Arts Barn, 2300 Pigeon Lake. 1-800-304-7897, globustheatre.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Big Band Legends by Alex Mustakas (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the classics by Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Bobby Darin and others. Opens Jul 18 and runs to Aug 12. $40, previews $32, stu $20. St Jacobs Country Playhouse, 40 Benjamin E. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Blue Suede Shoes: Memories Of The King by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the songs of Elvis Presley. Opens Aug 8 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Helen's Necklace by Carole Fréchette (Shaw Festival). A visitor looks for her lost necklace in a Middle Eastern city scarred by a recent war. Previews Jul 15-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Aug 31. $50. Studio Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Johnny And June by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical revue pays tribute to Johnny Cash and June Carter. Opens Jul 25 and runs to Aug 11. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Little Shop Of Horrors by Howard Ashman and Alan Menken (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A flower shop clerk raises a plant that feeds on human blood in this musical. Opens Jul 27 and runs to Sep 1. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Melville Boys by Norm Foster (Drayton Entertainment). Two brothers' plans for a guys getaway change when they meet two sisters in this comedy. Opens Aug 1 and runs to Aug 11. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Playhouse II, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
The War Of 1812: The History Of The Village Of The Small Huts, 1812-1815 by Michael Hollingsworth (Stratford Festival/VideoCabaret). This history play looks at the war and its effects on a native confederation that fought in defence of Canada. Previews Jun 26-30. Opens Jul 1 and runs in rep to Aug 12. $50, child $25. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Wife Begins At 40 by Arne Sultan, Earl Barret and Ray Cooney (Upper Canada Playhouse). An unhappy woman and her clueless husband try to rekindle the spark in this comedy. Previews Aug 2-3. Opens Aug 4 and runs to Aug 26. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
A Word Or Two by Christopher Plummer (Stratford Festival). Plummer performs his solo autobiographical show about the literature that has stirred his imagination. Previews Jul 25-Aug 1. Opens Aug 2 and runs in rep to Aug 26. $75-$125. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Thursday 9, August 2012
Theatre
9 To 5: The Musical by Dolly Parton and Patricia Resnick (Drayton Entertainment). Secretaries plot revenge against their sexist boss in this adaptation of the 80s film. Opens Jul 25 and runs to Aug 11. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Antoine Feval by Chris Gibbs (Globus Theatre). This comedy looks at the exploits of a 19th-century English detective's dimwitted sidekick. Opens Aug 8 and runs to Aug 18. $27.50, stu $20. Lakeview Arts Barn, 2300 Pigeon Lake. 1-800-304-7897, globustheatre.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Big Band Legends by Alex Mustakas (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the classics by Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Bobby Darin and others. Opens Jul 18 and runs to Aug 12. $40, previews $32, stu $20. St Jacobs Country Playhouse, 40 Benjamin E. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Blue Suede Shoes: Memories Of The King by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the songs of Elvis Presley. Opens Aug 8 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Helen's Necklace by Carole Fréchette (Shaw Festival). A visitor looks for her lost necklace in a Middle Eastern city scarred by a recent war. Previews Jul 15-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Aug 31. $50. Studio Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Johnny And June by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical revue pays tribute to Johnny Cash and June Carter. Opens Jul 25 and runs to Aug 11. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Little Shop Of Horrors by Howard Ashman and Alan Menken (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A flower shop clerk raises a plant that feeds on human blood in this musical. Opens Jul 27 and runs to Sep 1. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Melville Boys by Norm Foster (Drayton Entertainment). Two brothers' plans for a guys getaway change when they meet two sisters in this comedy. Opens Aug 1 and runs to Aug 11. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Playhouse II, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
The War Of 1812: The History Of The Village Of The Small Huts, 1812-1815 by Michael Hollingsworth (Stratford Festival/VideoCabaret). This history play looks at the war and its effects on a native confederation that fought in defence of Canada. Previews Jun 26-30. Opens Jul 1 and runs in rep to Aug 12. $50, child $25. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Wife Begins At 40 by Arne Sultan, Earl Barret and Ray Cooney (Upper Canada Playhouse). An unhappy woman and her clueless husband try to rekindle the spark in this comedy. Previews Aug 2-3. Opens Aug 4 and runs to Aug 26. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
A Word Or Two by Christopher Plummer (Stratford Festival). Plummer performs his solo autobiographical show about the literature that has stirred his imagination. Previews Jul 25-Aug 1. Opens Aug 2 and runs in rep to Aug 26. $75-$125. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Friday 10, August 2012
Theatre
9 To 5: The Musical by Dolly Parton and Patricia Resnick (Drayton Entertainment). Secretaries plot revenge against their sexist boss in this adaptation of the 80s film. Opens Jul 25 and runs to Aug 11. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Antoine Feval by Chris Gibbs (Globus Theatre). This comedy looks at the exploits of a 19th-century English detective's dimwitted sidekick. Opens Aug 8 and runs to Aug 18. $27.50, stu $20. Lakeview Arts Barn, 2300 Pigeon Lake. 1-800-304-7897, globustheatre.com.
Apprentice To Murder (Mysteriously Yours... Dinner Theatre). This dinner-theatre whodunit features corporate back-stabbing and boardroom intrigue. Opens Apr 20 and runs to Sep 15. $66-$71. 2026 Yonge. 416-486-7469, mysteriouslyyours.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Big Band Legends by Alex Mustakas (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the classics by Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Bobby Darin and others. Opens Jul 18 and runs to Aug 12. $40, previews $32, stu $20. St Jacobs Country Playhouse, 40 Benjamin E. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Blue Suede Shoes: Memories Of The King by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the songs of Elvis Presley. Opens Aug 8 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Clockmaker by Stephen Massicotte (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A man is intrigued by a married woman who brings a broken clock to his shop. Opens Aug 10 and runs to Sep 8. $30-$32, stu/preview $16. Firehall Theatre, 185 South St. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Helen's Necklace by Carole Fréchette (Shaw Festival). A visitor looks for her lost necklace in a Middle Eastern city scarred by a recent war. Previews Jul 15-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Aug 31. $50. Studio Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Johnny And June by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical revue pays tribute to Johnny Cash and June Carter. Opens Jul 25 and runs to Aug 11. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Little Shop Of Horrors by Howard Ashman and Alan Menken (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A flower shop clerk raises a plant that feeds on human blood in this musical. Opens Jul 27 and runs to Sep 1. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Mary, Mary by Jean Kerr (Classic Theatre Festival). A recently divorced couple are forced to spend the night together in this comedy. Previews Aug 10-11. Opens Aug 11 and runs to Sep 2. $21-$30. Mason Theatre, 13 Victoria. 1-877-283-1283, classictheatre.ca.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Melville Boys by Norm Foster (Drayton Entertainment). Two brothers' plans for a guys getaway change when they meet two sisters in this comedy. Opens Aug 1 and runs to Aug 11. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Playhouse II, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
The War Of 1812: The History Of The Village Of The Small Huts, 1812-1815 by Michael Hollingsworth (Stratford Festival/VideoCabaret). This history play looks at the war and its effects on a native confederation that fought in defence of Canada. Previews Jun 26-30. Opens Jul 1 and runs in rep to Aug 12. $50, child $25. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Wife Begins At 40 by Arne Sultan, Earl Barret and Ray Cooney (Upper Canada Playhouse). An unhappy woman and her clueless husband try to rekindle the spark in this comedy. Previews Aug 2-3. Opens Aug 4 and runs to Aug 26. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
A Word Or Two by Christopher Plummer (Stratford Festival). Plummer performs his solo autobiographical show about the literature that has stirred his imagination. Previews Jul 25-Aug 1. Opens Aug 2 and runs in rep to Aug 26. $75-$125. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Saturday 11, August 2012
Theatre
9 To 5: The Musical by Dolly Parton and Patricia Resnick (Drayton Entertainment). Secretaries plot revenge against their sexist boss in this adaptation of the 80s film. Opens Jul 25 and runs to Aug 11. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Antoine Feval by Chris Gibbs (Globus Theatre). This comedy looks at the exploits of a 19th-century English detective's dimwitted sidekick. Opens Aug 8 and runs to Aug 18. $27.50, stu $20. Lakeview Arts Barn, 2300 Pigeon Lake. 1-800-304-7897, globustheatre.com.
Apprentice To Murder (Mysteriously Yours... Dinner Theatre). This dinner-theatre whodunit features corporate back-stabbing and boardroom intrigue. Opens Apr 20 and runs to Sep 15. $66-$71. 2026 Yonge. 416-486-7469, mysteriouslyyours.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Big Band Legends by Alex Mustakas (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the classics by Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Bobby Darin and others. Opens Jul 18 and runs to Aug 12. $40, previews $32, stu $20. St Jacobs Country Playhouse, 40 Benjamin E. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Blue Suede Shoes: Memories Of The King by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the songs of Elvis Presley. Opens Aug 8 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Clockmaker by Stephen Massicotte (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A man is intrigued by a married woman who brings a broken clock to his shop. Opens Aug 10 and runs to Sep 8. $30-$32, stu/preview $16. Firehall Theatre, 185 South St. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Helen's Necklace by Carole Fréchette (Shaw Festival). A visitor looks for her lost necklace in a Middle Eastern city scarred by a recent war. Previews Jul 15-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Aug 31. $50. Studio Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Johnny And June by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical revue pays tribute to Johnny Cash and June Carter. Opens Jul 25 and runs to Aug 11. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Little Shop Of Horrors by Howard Ashman and Alan Menken (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A flower shop clerk raises a plant that feeds on human blood in this musical. Opens Jul 27 and runs to Sep 1. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Mary, Mary by Jean Kerr (Classic Theatre Festival). A recently divorced couple are forced to spend the night together in this comedy. Previews Aug 10-11. Opens Aug 11 and runs to Sep 2. $21-$30. Mason Theatre, 13 Victoria. 1-877-283-1283, classictheatre.ca.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Melville Boys by Norm Foster (Drayton Entertainment). Two brothers' plans for a guys getaway change when they meet two sisters in this comedy. Opens Aug 1 and runs to Aug 11. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Playhouse II, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
The War Of 1812: The History Of The Village Of The Small Huts, 1812-1815 by Michael Hollingsworth (Stratford Festival/VideoCabaret). This history play looks at the war and its effects on a native confederation that fought in defence of Canada. Previews Jun 26-30. Opens Jul 1 and runs in rep to Aug 12. $50, child $25. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Wife Begins At 40 by Arne Sultan, Earl Barret and Ray Cooney (Upper Canada Playhouse). An unhappy woman and her clueless husband try to rekindle the spark in this comedy. Previews Aug 2-3. Opens Aug 4 and runs to Aug 26. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
A Word Or Two by Christopher Plummer (Stratford Festival). Plummer performs his solo autobiographical show about the literature that has stirred his imagination. Previews Jul 25-Aug 1. Opens Aug 2 and runs in rep to Aug 26. $75-$125. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Sunday 12, August 2012
Theatre
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Big Band Legends by Alex Mustakas (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the classics by Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Bobby Darin and others. Opens Jul 18 and runs to Aug 12. $40, previews $32, stu $20. St Jacobs Country Playhouse, 40 Benjamin E. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Clockmaker by Stephen Massicotte (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A man is intrigued by a married woman who brings a broken clock to his shop. Opens Aug 10 and runs to Sep 8. $30-$32, stu/preview $16. Firehall Theatre, 185 South St. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Helen's Necklace by Carole Fréchette (Shaw Festival). A visitor looks for her lost necklace in a Middle Eastern city scarred by a recent war. Previews Jul 15-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Aug 31. $50. Studio Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Little Shop Of Horrors by Howard Ashman and Alan Menken (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A flower shop clerk raises a plant that feeds on human blood in this musical. Opens Jul 27 and runs to Sep 1. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Mary, Mary by Jean Kerr (Classic Theatre Festival). A recently divorced couple are forced to spend the night together in this comedy. Previews Aug 10-11. Opens Aug 11 and runs to Sep 2. $21-$30. Mason Theatre, 13 Victoria. 1-877-283-1283, classictheatre.ca.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
The War Of 1812: The History Of The Village Of The Small Huts, 1812-1815 by Michael Hollingsworth (Stratford Festival/VideoCabaret). This history play looks at the war and its effects on a native confederation that fought in defence of Canada. Previews Jun 26-30. Opens Jul 1 and runs in rep to Aug 12. $50, child $25. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Wife Begins At 40 by Arne Sultan, Earl Barret and Ray Cooney (Upper Canada Playhouse). An unhappy woman and her clueless husband try to rekindle the spark in this comedy. Previews Aug 2-3. Opens Aug 4 and runs to Aug 26. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
A Word Or Two by Christopher Plummer (Stratford Festival). Plummer performs his solo autobiographical show about the literature that has stirred his imagination. Previews Jul 25-Aug 1. Opens Aug 2 and runs in rep to Aug 26. $75-$125. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Monday 13, August 2012
Theatre
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Helen's Necklace by Carole Fréchette (Shaw Festival). A visitor looks for her lost necklace in a Middle Eastern city scarred by a recent war. Previews Jul 15-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Aug 31. $50. Studio Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
St. Francis Of Millbrook by Sky Gilbert (4th Line Theatre). A farm boy's interests worry his parents in this coming-of-age story about growing up gay in rural Ontario. Previews Aug 13-14. Opens Aug 18 and runs to Sep 1. $26-$30, preview $20, opening night $40. Winslow Farm, 779 Zion Line. 1-800-814-0055, 4thlinetheatre.on.ca.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
A Word Or Two by Christopher Plummer (Stratford Festival). Plummer performs his solo autobiographical show about the literature that has stirred his imagination. Previews Jul 25-Aug 1. Opens Aug 2 and runs in rep to Aug 26. $75-$125. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Tuesday 14, August 2012
Comedy
Yuk Yuk's Downtown presents the Humber School of Comedy at 7:30 pm, and stand-up Amateur Night at 9:30 pm. Tue. $4. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Theatre
Antoine Feval by Chris Gibbs (Globus Theatre). This comedy looks at the exploits of a 19th-century English detective's dimwitted sidekick. Opens Aug 8 and runs to Aug 18. $27.50, stu $20. Lakeview Arts Barn, 2300 Pigeon Lake. 1-800-304-7897, globustheatre.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Blue Suede Shoes: Memories Of The King by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the songs of Elvis Presley. Opens Aug 8 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Clockmaker by Stephen Massicotte (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A man is intrigued by a married woman who brings a broken clock to his shop. Opens Aug 10 and runs to Sep 8. $30-$32, stu/preview $16. Firehall Theatre, 185 South St. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Helen's Necklace by Carole Fréchette (Shaw Festival). A visitor looks for her lost necklace in a Middle Eastern city scarred by a recent war. Previews Jul 15-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Aug 31. $50. Studio Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Little Shop Of Horrors by Howard Ashman and Alan Menken (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A flower shop clerk raises a plant that feeds on human blood in this musical. Opens Jul 27 and runs to Sep 1. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
St. Francis Of Millbrook by Sky Gilbert (4th Line Theatre). A farm boy's interests worry his parents in this coming-of-age story about growing up gay in rural Ontario. Previews Aug 13-14. Opens Aug 18 and runs to Sep 1. $26-$30, preview $20, opening night $40. Winslow Farm, 779 Zion Line. 1-800-814-0055, 4thlinetheatre.on.ca.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
Wife Begins At 40 by Arne Sultan, Earl Barret and Ray Cooney (Upper Canada Playhouse). An unhappy woman and her clueless husband try to rekindle the spark in this comedy. Previews Aug 2-3. Opens Aug 4 and runs to Aug 26. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
A Word Or Two by Christopher Plummer (Stratford Festival). Plummer performs his solo autobiographical show about the literature that has stirred his imagination. Previews Jul 25-Aug 1. Opens Aug 2 and runs in rep to Aug 26. $75-$125. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Wednesday 15, August 2012
Theatre
Annie by Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin (Drayton Entertainment). The red-haired orphan seeks a place to call home in this musical. Opens Aug 15 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Antoine Feval by Chris Gibbs (Globus Theatre). This comedy looks at the exploits of a 19th-century English detective's dimwitted sidekick. Opens Aug 8 and runs to Aug 18. $27.50, stu $20. Lakeview Arts Barn, 2300 Pigeon Lake. 1-800-304-7897, globustheatre.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Blue Suede Shoes: Memories Of The King by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the songs of Elvis Presley. Opens Aug 8 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Clockmaker by Stephen Massicotte (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A man is intrigued by a married woman who brings a broken clock to his shop. Opens Aug 10 and runs to Sep 8. $30-$32, stu/preview $16. Firehall Theatre, 185 South St. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Helen's Necklace by Carole Fréchette (Shaw Festival). A visitor looks for her lost necklace in a Middle Eastern city scarred by a recent war. Previews Jul 15-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Aug 31. $50. Studio Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Johnny And June by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical revue pays tribute to Johnny Cash and June Carter. Opens Aug 15 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Playhouse II, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Little Shop Of Horrors by Howard Ashman and Alan Menken (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A flower shop clerk raises a plant that feeds on human blood in this musical. Opens Jul 27 and runs to Sep 1. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Mary, Mary by Jean Kerr (Classic Theatre Festival). A recently divorced couple are forced to spend the night together in this comedy. Previews Aug 10-11. Opens Aug 11 and runs to Sep 2. $21-$30. Mason Theatre, 13 Victoria. 1-877-283-1283, classictheatre.ca.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Melville Boys by Norm Foster (Drayton Entertainment). Two brothers' plans for a guys getaway change when they meet two sisters in this comedy. Opens Aug 15 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
Wife Begins At 40 by Arne Sultan, Earl Barret and Ray Cooney (Upper Canada Playhouse). An unhappy woman and her clueless husband try to rekindle the spark in this comedy. Previews Aug 2-3. Opens Aug 4 and runs to Aug 26. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
A Word Or Two by Christopher Plummer (Stratford Festival). Plummer performs his solo autobiographical show about the literature that has stirred his imagination. Previews Jul 25-Aug 1. Opens Aug 2 and runs in rep to Aug 26. $75-$125. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Thursday 16, August 2012
Theatre
Annie by Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin (Drayton Entertainment). The red-haired orphan seeks a place to call home in this musical. Opens Aug 15 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Antoine Feval by Chris Gibbs (Globus Theatre). This comedy looks at the exploits of a 19th-century English detective's dimwitted sidekick. Opens Aug 8 and runs to Aug 18. $27.50, stu $20. Lakeview Arts Barn, 2300 Pigeon Lake. 1-800-304-7897, globustheatre.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Blue Suede Shoes: Memories Of The King by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the songs of Elvis Presley. Opens Aug 8 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Clockmaker by Stephen Massicotte (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A man is intrigued by a married woman who brings a broken clock to his shop. Opens Aug 10 and runs to Sep 8. $30-$32, stu/preview $16. Firehall Theatre, 185 South St. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Helen's Necklace by Carole Fréchette (Shaw Festival). A visitor looks for her lost necklace in a Middle Eastern city scarred by a recent war. Previews Jul 15-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Aug 31. $50. Studio Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Johnny And June by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical revue pays tribute to Johnny Cash and June Carter. Opens Aug 15 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Playhouse II, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Little Shop Of Horrors by Howard Ashman and Alan Menken (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A flower shop clerk raises a plant that feeds on human blood in this musical. Opens Jul 27 and runs to Sep 1. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Mary, Mary by Jean Kerr (Classic Theatre Festival). A recently divorced couple are forced to spend the night together in this comedy. Previews Aug 10-11. Opens Aug 11 and runs to Sep 2. $21-$30. Mason Theatre, 13 Victoria. 1-877-283-1283, classictheatre.ca.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Melville Boys by Norm Foster (Drayton Entertainment). Two brothers' plans for a guys getaway change when they meet two sisters in this comedy. Opens Aug 15 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
Wife Begins At 40 by Arne Sultan, Earl Barret and Ray Cooney (Upper Canada Playhouse). An unhappy woman and her clueless husband try to rekindle the spark in this comedy. Previews Aug 2-3. Opens Aug 4 and runs to Aug 26. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
A Word Or Two by Christopher Plummer (Stratford Festival). Plummer performs his solo autobiographical show about the literature that has stirred his imagination. Previews Jul 25-Aug 1. Opens Aug 2 and runs in rep to Aug 26. $75-$125. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Friday 17, August 2012
Theatre
Annie by Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin (Drayton Entertainment). The red-haired orphan seeks a place to call home in this musical. Opens Aug 15 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Antoine Feval by Chris Gibbs (Globus Theatre). This comedy looks at the exploits of a 19th-century English detective's dimwitted sidekick. Opens Aug 8 and runs to Aug 18. $27.50, stu $20. Lakeview Arts Barn, 2300 Pigeon Lake. 1-800-304-7897, globustheatre.com.
Apprentice To Murder (Mysteriously Yours... Dinner Theatre). This dinner-theatre whodunit features corporate back-stabbing and boardroom intrigue. Opens Apr 20 and runs to Sep 15. $66-$71. 2026 Yonge. 416-486-7469, mysteriouslyyours.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Blue Suede Shoes: Memories Of The King by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the songs of Elvis Presley. Opens Aug 8 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Clockmaker by Stephen Massicotte (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A man is intrigued by a married woman who brings a broken clock to his shop. Opens Aug 10 and runs to Sep 8. $30-$32, stu/preview $16. Firehall Theatre, 185 South St. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Helen's Necklace by Carole Fréchette (Shaw Festival). A visitor looks for her lost necklace in a Middle Eastern city scarred by a recent war. Previews Jul 15-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Aug 31. $50. Studio Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Johnny And June by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical revue pays tribute to Johnny Cash and June Carter. Opens Aug 15 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Playhouse II, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Little Shop Of Horrors by Howard Ashman and Alan Menken (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A flower shop clerk raises a plant that feeds on human blood in this musical. Opens Jul 27 and runs to Sep 1. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Mary, Mary by Jean Kerr (Classic Theatre Festival). A recently divorced couple are forced to spend the night together in this comedy. Previews Aug 10-11. Opens Aug 11 and runs to Sep 2. $21-$30. Mason Theatre, 13 Victoria. 1-877-283-1283, classictheatre.ca.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Melville Boys by Norm Foster (Drayton Entertainment). Two brothers' plans for a guys getaway change when they meet two sisters in this comedy. Opens Aug 15 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
Wife Begins At 40 by Arne Sultan, Earl Barret and Ray Cooney (Upper Canada Playhouse). An unhappy woman and her clueless husband try to rekindle the spark in this comedy. Previews Aug 2-3. Opens Aug 4 and runs to Aug 26. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
A Word Or Two by Christopher Plummer (Stratford Festival). Plummer performs his solo autobiographical show about the literature that has stirred his imagination. Previews Jul 25-Aug 1. Opens Aug 2 and runs in rep to Aug 26. $75-$125. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Saturday 18, August 2012
Theatre
Annie by Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin (Drayton Entertainment). The red-haired orphan seeks a place to call home in this musical. Opens Aug 15 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Antoine Feval by Chris Gibbs (Globus Theatre). This comedy looks at the exploits of a 19th-century English detective's dimwitted sidekick. Opens Aug 8 and runs to Aug 18. $27.50, stu $20. Lakeview Arts Barn, 2300 Pigeon Lake. 1-800-304-7897, globustheatre.com.
Apprentice To Murder (Mysteriously Yours... Dinner Theatre). This dinner-theatre whodunit features corporate back-stabbing and boardroom intrigue. Opens Apr 20 and runs to Sep 15. $66-$71. 2026 Yonge. 416-486-7469, mysteriouslyyours.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Blue Suede Shoes: Memories Of The King by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the songs of Elvis Presley. Opens Aug 8 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Clockmaker by Stephen Massicotte (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A man is intrigued by a married woman who brings a broken clock to his shop. Opens Aug 10 and runs to Sep 8. $30-$32, stu/preview $16. Firehall Theatre, 185 South St. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Helen's Necklace by Carole Fréchette (Shaw Festival). A visitor looks for her lost necklace in a Middle Eastern city scarred by a recent war. Previews Jul 15-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Aug 31. $50. Studio Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Johnny And June by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical revue pays tribute to Johnny Cash and June Carter. Opens Aug 15 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Playhouse II, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Little Shop Of Horrors by Howard Ashman and Alan Menken (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A flower shop clerk raises a plant that feeds on human blood in this musical. Opens Jul 27 and runs to Sep 1. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Mary, Mary by Jean Kerr (Classic Theatre Festival). A recently divorced couple are forced to spend the night together in this comedy. Previews Aug 10-11. Opens Aug 11 and runs to Sep 2. $21-$30. Mason Theatre, 13 Victoria. 1-877-283-1283, classictheatre.ca.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Melville Boys by Norm Foster (Drayton Entertainment). Two brothers' plans for a guys getaway change when they meet two sisters in this comedy. Opens Aug 15 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
St. Francis Of Millbrook by Sky Gilbert (4th Line Theatre). A farm boy's interests worry his parents in this coming-of-age story about growing up gay in rural Ontario. Previews Aug 13-14. Opens Aug 18 and runs to Sep 1. $26-$30, preview $20, opening night $40. Winslow Farm, 779 Zion Line. 1-800-814-0055, 4thlinetheatre.on.ca.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
Wife Begins At 40 by Arne Sultan, Earl Barret and Ray Cooney (Upper Canada Playhouse). An unhappy woman and her clueless husband try to rekindle the spark in this comedy. Previews Aug 2-3. Opens Aug 4 and runs to Aug 26. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
A Word Or Two by Christopher Plummer (Stratford Festival). Plummer performs his solo autobiographical show about the literature that has stirred his imagination. Previews Jul 25-Aug 1. Opens Aug 2 and runs in rep to Aug 26. $75-$125. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Sunday 19, August 2012
Theatre
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Clockmaker by Stephen Massicotte (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A man is intrigued by a married woman who brings a broken clock to his shop. Opens Aug 10 and runs to Sep 8. $30-$32, stu/preview $16. Firehall Theatre, 185 South St. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Helen's Necklace by Carole Fréchette (Shaw Festival). A visitor looks for her lost necklace in a Middle Eastern city scarred by a recent war. Previews Jul 15-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Aug 31. $50. Studio Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Little Shop Of Horrors by Howard Ashman and Alan Menken (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A flower shop clerk raises a plant that feeds on human blood in this musical. Opens Jul 27 and runs to Sep 1. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Mary, Mary by Jean Kerr (Classic Theatre Festival). A recently divorced couple are forced to spend the night together in this comedy. Previews Aug 10-11. Opens Aug 11 and runs to Sep 2. $21-$30. Mason Theatre, 13 Victoria. 1-877-283-1283, classictheatre.ca.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
Wife Begins At 40 by Arne Sultan, Earl Barret and Ray Cooney (Upper Canada Playhouse). An unhappy woman and her clueless husband try to rekindle the spark in this comedy. Previews Aug 2-3. Opens Aug 4 and runs to Aug 26. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
A Word Or Two by Christopher Plummer (Stratford Festival). Plummer performs his solo autobiographical show about the literature that has stirred his imagination. Previews Jul 25-Aug 1. Opens Aug 2 and runs in rep to Aug 26. $75-$125. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Monday 20, August 2012
Theatre
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Helen's Necklace by Carole Fréchette (Shaw Festival). A visitor looks for her lost necklace in a Middle Eastern city scarred by a recent war. Previews Jul 15-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Aug 31. $50. Studio Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
St. Francis Of Millbrook by Sky Gilbert (4th Line Theatre). A farm boy's interests worry his parents in this coming-of-age story about growing up gay in rural Ontario. Previews Aug 13-14. Opens Aug 18 and runs to Sep 1. $26-$30, preview $20, opening night $40. Winslow Farm, 779 Zion Line. 1-800-814-0055, 4thlinetheatre.on.ca.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
A Word Or Two by Christopher Plummer (Stratford Festival). Plummer performs his solo autobiographical show about the literature that has stirred his imagination. Previews Jul 25-Aug 1. Opens Aug 2 and runs in rep to Aug 26. $75-$125. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Tuesday 21, August 2012
Comedy
Yuk Yuk's Downtown presents the Humber School of Comedy at 7:30 pm, and stand-up Amateur Night at 9:30 pm. Tue. $4. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Theatre
Annie by Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin (Drayton Entertainment). The red-haired orphan seeks a place to call home in this musical. Opens Aug 15 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Blue Suede Shoes: Memories Of The King by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the songs of Elvis Presley. Opens Aug 8 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Clockmaker by Stephen Massicotte (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A man is intrigued by a married woman who brings a broken clock to his shop. Opens Aug 10 and runs to Sep 8. $30-$32, stu/preview $16. Firehall Theatre, 185 South St. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Helen's Necklace by Carole Fréchette (Shaw Festival). A visitor looks for her lost necklace in a Middle Eastern city scarred by a recent war. Previews Jul 15-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Aug 31. $50. Studio Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Johnny And June by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical revue pays tribute to Johnny Cash and June Carter. Opens Aug 15 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Playhouse II, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Little Shop Of Horrors by Howard Ashman and Alan Menken (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A flower shop clerk raises a plant that feeds on human blood in this musical. Opens Jul 27 and runs to Sep 1. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Melville Boys by Norm Foster (Drayton Entertainment). Two brothers' plans for a guys getaway change when they meet two sisters in this comedy. Opens Aug 15 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
St. Francis Of Millbrook by Sky Gilbert (4th Line Theatre). A farm boy's interests worry his parents in this coming-of-age story about growing up gay in rural Ontario. Previews Aug 13-14. Opens Aug 18 and runs to Sep 1. $26-$30, preview $20, opening night $40. Winslow Farm, 779 Zion Line. 1-800-814-0055, 4thlinetheatre.on.ca.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
Wife Begins At 40 by Arne Sultan, Earl Barret and Ray Cooney (Upper Canada Playhouse). An unhappy woman and her clueless husband try to rekindle the spark in this comedy. Previews Aug 2-3. Opens Aug 4 and runs to Aug 26. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
A Word Or Two by Christopher Plummer (Stratford Festival). Plummer performs his solo autobiographical show about the literature that has stirred his imagination. Previews Jul 25-Aug 1. Opens Aug 2 and runs in rep to Aug 26. $75-$125. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Wednesday 22, August 2012
Theatre
Annie by Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin (Drayton Entertainment). The red-haired orphan seeks a place to call home in this musical. Opens Aug 15 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Blue Suede Shoes: Memories Of The King by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the songs of Elvis Presley. Opens Aug 8 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Clockmaker by Stephen Massicotte (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A man is intrigued by a married woman who brings a broken clock to his shop. Opens Aug 10 and runs to Sep 8. $30-$32, stu/preview $16. Firehall Theatre, 185 South St. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Helen's Necklace by Carole Fréchette (Shaw Festival). A visitor looks for her lost necklace in a Middle Eastern city scarred by a recent war. Previews Jul 15-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Aug 31. $50. Studio Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Johnny And June by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical revue pays tribute to Johnny Cash and June Carter. Opens Aug 15 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Playhouse II, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Little Shop Of Horrors by Howard Ashman and Alan Menken (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A flower shop clerk raises a plant that feeds on human blood in this musical. Opens Jul 27 and runs to Sep 1. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Looking by Norm Foster (Globus Theatre). Four middle-aged singles look for love in this comedy. Opens Aug 22 and runs to Sep 1. $27.50, stu $20. Lakeview Arts Barn, 2300 Pigeon Lake. 1-800-304-7897, globustheatre.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Mary, Mary by Jean Kerr (Classic Theatre Festival). A recently divorced couple are forced to spend the night together in this comedy. Previews Aug 10-11. Opens Aug 11 and runs to Sep 2. $21-$30. Mason Theatre, 13 Victoria. 1-877-283-1283, classictheatre.ca.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Melville Boys by Norm Foster (Drayton Entertainment). Two brothers' plans for a guys getaway change when they meet two sisters in this comedy. Opens Aug 15 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
St. Francis Of Millbrook by Sky Gilbert (4th Line Theatre). A farm boy's interests worry his parents in this coming-of-age story about growing up gay in rural Ontario. Previews Aug 13-14. Opens Aug 18 and runs to Sep 1. $26-$30, preview $20, opening night $40. Winslow Farm, 779 Zion Line. 1-800-814-0055, 4thlinetheatre.on.ca.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
Wife Begins At 40 by Arne Sultan, Earl Barret and Ray Cooney (Upper Canada Playhouse). An unhappy woman and her clueless husband try to rekindle the spark in this comedy. Previews Aug 2-3. Opens Aug 4 and runs to Aug 26. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
A Word Or Two by Christopher Plummer (Stratford Festival). Plummer performs his solo autobiographical show about the literature that has stirred his imagination. Previews Jul 25-Aug 1. Opens Aug 2 and runs in rep to Aug 26. $75-$125. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Thursday 23, August 2012
Theatre
Annie by Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin (Drayton Entertainment). The red-haired orphan seeks a place to call home in this musical. Opens Aug 15 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Blue Suede Shoes: Memories Of The King by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the songs of Elvis Presley. Opens Aug 8 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Clockmaker by Stephen Massicotte (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A man is intrigued by a married woman who brings a broken clock to his shop. Opens Aug 10 and runs to Sep 8. $30-$32, stu/preview $16. Firehall Theatre, 185 South St. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Helen's Necklace by Carole Fréchette (Shaw Festival). A visitor looks for her lost necklace in a Middle Eastern city scarred by a recent war. Previews Jul 15-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Aug 31. $50. Studio Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Johnny And June by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical revue pays tribute to Johnny Cash and June Carter. Opens Aug 15 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Playhouse II, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Little Shop Of Horrors by Howard Ashman and Alan Menken (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A flower shop clerk raises a plant that feeds on human blood in this musical. Opens Jul 27 and runs to Sep 1. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Looking by Norm Foster (Globus Theatre). Four middle-aged singles look for love in this comedy. Opens Aug 22 and runs to Sep 1. $27.50, stu $20. Lakeview Arts Barn, 2300 Pigeon Lake. 1-800-304-7897, globustheatre.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Mary, Mary by Jean Kerr (Classic Theatre Festival). A recently divorced couple are forced to spend the night together in this comedy. Previews Aug 10-11. Opens Aug 11 and runs to Sep 2. $21-$30. Mason Theatre, 13 Victoria. 1-877-283-1283, classictheatre.ca.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Melville Boys by Norm Foster (Drayton Entertainment). Two brothers' plans for a guys getaway change when they meet two sisters in this comedy. Opens Aug 15 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
St. Francis Of Millbrook by Sky Gilbert (4th Line Theatre). A farm boy's interests worry his parents in this coming-of-age story about growing up gay in rural Ontario. Previews Aug 13-14. Opens Aug 18 and runs to Sep 1. $26-$30, preview $20, opening night $40. Winslow Farm, 779 Zion Line. 1-800-814-0055, 4thlinetheatre.on.ca.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
Wife Begins At 40 by Arne Sultan, Earl Barret and Ray Cooney (Upper Canada Playhouse). An unhappy woman and her clueless husband try to rekindle the spark in this comedy. Previews Aug 2-3. Opens Aug 4 and runs to Aug 26. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
A Word Or Two by Christopher Plummer (Stratford Festival). Plummer performs his solo autobiographical show about the literature that has stirred his imagination. Previews Jul 25-Aug 1. Opens Aug 2 and runs in rep to Aug 26. $75-$125. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Friday 24, August 2012
Theatre
Annie by Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin (Drayton Entertainment). The red-haired orphan seeks a place to call home in this musical. Opens Aug 15 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Apprentice To Murder (Mysteriously Yours... Dinner Theatre). This dinner-theatre whodunit features corporate back-stabbing and boardroom intrigue. Opens Apr 20 and runs to Sep 15. $66-$71. 2026 Yonge. 416-486-7469, mysteriouslyyours.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Blue Suede Shoes: Memories Of The King by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the songs of Elvis Presley. Opens Aug 8 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Clockmaker by Stephen Massicotte (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A man is intrigued by a married woman who brings a broken clock to his shop. Opens Aug 10 and runs to Sep 8. $30-$32, stu/preview $16. Firehall Theatre, 185 South St. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Helen's Necklace by Carole Fréchette (Shaw Festival). A visitor looks for her lost necklace in a Middle Eastern city scarred by a recent war. Previews Jul 15-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Aug 31. $50. Studio Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Johnny And June by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical revue pays tribute to Johnny Cash and June Carter. Opens Aug 15 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Playhouse II, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Little Shop Of Horrors by Howard Ashman and Alan Menken (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A flower shop clerk raises a plant that feeds on human blood in this musical. Opens Jul 27 and runs to Sep 1. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Looking by Norm Foster (Globus Theatre). Four middle-aged singles look for love in this comedy. Opens Aug 22 and runs to Sep 1. $27.50, stu $20. Lakeview Arts Barn, 2300 Pigeon Lake. 1-800-304-7897, globustheatre.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Mary, Mary by Jean Kerr (Classic Theatre Festival). A recently divorced couple are forced to spend the night together in this comedy. Previews Aug 10-11. Opens Aug 11 and runs to Sep 2. $21-$30. Mason Theatre, 13 Victoria. 1-877-283-1283, classictheatre.ca.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Melville Boys by Norm Foster (Drayton Entertainment). Two brothers' plans for a guys getaway change when they meet two sisters in this comedy. Opens Aug 15 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
St. Francis Of Millbrook by Sky Gilbert (4th Line Theatre). A farm boy's interests worry his parents in this coming-of-age story about growing up gay in rural Ontario. Previews Aug 13-14. Opens Aug 18 and runs to Sep 1. $26-$30, preview $20, opening night $40. Winslow Farm, 779 Zion Line. 1-800-814-0055, 4thlinetheatre.on.ca.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
Wife Begins At 40 by Arne Sultan, Earl Barret and Ray Cooney (Upper Canada Playhouse). An unhappy woman and her clueless husband try to rekindle the spark in this comedy. Previews Aug 2-3. Opens Aug 4 and runs to Aug 26. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
A Word Or Two by Christopher Plummer (Stratford Festival). Plummer performs his solo autobiographical show about the literature that has stirred his imagination. Previews Jul 25-Aug 1. Opens Aug 2 and runs in rep to Aug 26. $75-$125. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Saturday 25, August 2012
Theatre
Annie by Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin (Drayton Entertainment). The red-haired orphan seeks a place to call home in this musical. Opens Aug 15 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Apprentice To Murder (Mysteriously Yours... Dinner Theatre). This dinner-theatre whodunit features corporate back-stabbing and boardroom intrigue. Opens Apr 20 and runs to Sep 15. $66-$71. 2026 Yonge. 416-486-7469, mysteriouslyyours.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Blue Suede Shoes: Memories Of The King by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the songs of Elvis Presley. Opens Aug 8 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Clockmaker by Stephen Massicotte (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A man is intrigued by a married woman who brings a broken clock to his shop. Opens Aug 10 and runs to Sep 8. $30-$32, stu/preview $16. Firehall Theatre, 185 South St. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Helen's Necklace by Carole Fréchette (Shaw Festival). A visitor looks for her lost necklace in a Middle Eastern city scarred by a recent war. Previews Jul 15-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Aug 31. $50. Studio Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Johnny And June by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical revue pays tribute to Johnny Cash and June Carter. Opens Aug 15 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Playhouse II, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Little Shop Of Horrors by Howard Ashman and Alan Menken (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A flower shop clerk raises a plant that feeds on human blood in this musical. Opens Jul 27 and runs to Sep 1. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Looking by Norm Foster (Globus Theatre). Four middle-aged singles look for love in this comedy. Opens Aug 22 and runs to Sep 1. $27.50, stu $20. Lakeview Arts Barn, 2300 Pigeon Lake. 1-800-304-7897, globustheatre.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Mary, Mary by Jean Kerr (Classic Theatre Festival). A recently divorced couple are forced to spend the night together in this comedy. Previews Aug 10-11. Opens Aug 11 and runs to Sep 2. $21-$30. Mason Theatre, 13 Victoria. 1-877-283-1283, classictheatre.ca.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Melville Boys by Norm Foster (Drayton Entertainment). Two brothers' plans for a guys getaway change when they meet two sisters in this comedy. Opens Aug 15 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
St. Francis Of Millbrook by Sky Gilbert (4th Line Theatre). A farm boy's interests worry his parents in this coming-of-age story about growing up gay in rural Ontario. Previews Aug 13-14. Opens Aug 18 and runs to Sep 1. $26-$30, preview $20, opening night $40. Winslow Farm, 779 Zion Line. 1-800-814-0055, 4thlinetheatre.on.ca.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
Wife Begins At 40 by Arne Sultan, Earl Barret and Ray Cooney (Upper Canada Playhouse). An unhappy woman and her clueless husband try to rekindle the spark in this comedy. Previews Aug 2-3. Opens Aug 4 and runs to Aug 26. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
A Word Or Two by Christopher Plummer (Stratford Festival). Plummer performs his solo autobiographical show about the literature that has stirred his imagination. Previews Jul 25-Aug 1. Opens Aug 2 and runs in rep to Aug 26. $75-$125. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Sunday 26, August 2012
Theatre
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Clockmaker by Stephen Massicotte (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A man is intrigued by a married woman who brings a broken clock to his shop. Opens Aug 10 and runs to Sep 8. $30-$32, stu/preview $16. Firehall Theatre, 185 South St. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Helen's Necklace by Carole Fréchette (Shaw Festival). A visitor looks for her lost necklace in a Middle Eastern city scarred by a recent war. Previews Jul 15-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Aug 31. $50. Studio Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Little Shop Of Horrors by Howard Ashman and Alan Menken (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A flower shop clerk raises a plant that feeds on human blood in this musical. Opens Jul 27 and runs to Sep 1. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Mary, Mary by Jean Kerr (Classic Theatre Festival). A recently divorced couple are forced to spend the night together in this comedy. Previews Aug 10-11. Opens Aug 11 and runs to Sep 2. $21-$30. Mason Theatre, 13 Victoria. 1-877-283-1283, classictheatre.ca.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
Wife Begins At 40 by Arne Sultan, Earl Barret and Ray Cooney (Upper Canada Playhouse). An unhappy woman and her clueless husband try to rekindle the spark in this comedy. Previews Aug 2-3. Opens Aug 4 and runs to Aug 26. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
A Word Or Two by Christopher Plummer (Stratford Festival). Plummer performs his solo autobiographical show about the literature that has stirred his imagination. Previews Jul 25-Aug 1. Opens Aug 2 and runs in rep to Aug 26. $75-$125. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Monday 27, August 2012
Theatre
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Helen's Necklace by Carole Fréchette (Shaw Festival). A visitor looks for her lost necklace in a Middle Eastern city scarred by a recent war. Previews Jul 15-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Aug 31. $50. Studio Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
St. Francis Of Millbrook by Sky Gilbert (4th Line Theatre). A farm boy's interests worry his parents in this coming-of-age story about growing up gay in rural Ontario. Previews Aug 13-14. Opens Aug 18 and runs to Sep 1. $26-$30, preview $20, opening night $40. Winslow Farm, 779 Zion Line. 1-800-814-0055, 4thlinetheatre.on.ca.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Tuesday 28, August 2012
Comedy
Yuk Yuk's Downtown presents the Humber School of Comedy at 7:30 pm, and stand-up Amateur Night at 9:30 pm. Tue. $4. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Theatre
Annie by Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin (Drayton Entertainment). The red-haired orphan seeks a place to call home in this musical. Opens Aug 15 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Blue Suede Shoes: Memories Of The King by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the songs of Elvis Presley. Opens Aug 8 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Clockmaker by Stephen Massicotte (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A man is intrigued by a married woman who brings a broken clock to his shop. Opens Aug 10 and runs to Sep 8. $30-$32, stu/preview $16. Firehall Theatre, 185 South St. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Helen's Necklace by Carole Fréchette (Shaw Festival). A visitor looks for her lost necklace in a Middle Eastern city scarred by a recent war. Previews Jul 15-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Aug 31. $50. Studio Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Johnny And June by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical revue pays tribute to Johnny Cash and June Carter. Opens Aug 15 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Playhouse II, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Little Shop Of Horrors by Howard Ashman and Alan Menken (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A flower shop clerk raises a plant that feeds on human blood in this musical. Opens Jul 27 and runs to Sep 1. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Looking by Norm Foster (Globus Theatre). Four middle-aged singles look for love in this comedy. Opens Aug 22 and runs to Sep 1. $27.50, stu $20. Lakeview Arts Barn, 2300 Pigeon Lake. 1-800-304-7897, globustheatre.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Melville Boys by Norm Foster (Drayton Entertainment). Two brothers' plans for a guys getaway change when they meet two sisters in this comedy. Opens Aug 15 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
St. Francis Of Millbrook by Sky Gilbert (4th Line Theatre). A farm boy's interests worry his parents in this coming-of-age story about growing up gay in rural Ontario. Previews Aug 13-14. Opens Aug 18 and runs to Sep 1. $26-$30, preview $20, opening night $40. Winslow Farm, 779 Zion Line. 1-800-814-0055, 4thlinetheatre.on.ca.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Wednesday 29, August 2012
Theatre
Annie by Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin (Drayton Entertainment). The red-haired orphan seeks a place to call home in this musical. Opens Aug 15 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Blue Suede Shoes: Memories Of The King by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the songs of Elvis Presley. Opens Aug 8 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Clockmaker by Stephen Massicotte (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A man is intrigued by a married woman who brings a broken clock to his shop. Opens Aug 10 and runs to Sep 8. $30-$32, stu/preview $16. Firehall Theatre, 185 South St. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Helen's Necklace by Carole Fréchette (Shaw Festival). A visitor looks for her lost necklace in a Middle Eastern city scarred by a recent war. Previews Jul 15-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Aug 31. $50. Studio Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Johnny And June by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical revue pays tribute to Johnny Cash and June Carter. Opens Aug 15 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Playhouse II, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Little Shop Of Horrors by Howard Ashman and Alan Menken (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A flower shop clerk raises a plant that feeds on human blood in this musical. Opens Jul 27 and runs to Sep 1. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Looking by Norm Foster (Globus Theatre). Four middle-aged singles look for love in this comedy. Opens Aug 22 and runs to Sep 1. $27.50, stu $20. Lakeview Arts Barn, 2300 Pigeon Lake. 1-800-304-7897, globustheatre.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Mary, Mary by Jean Kerr (Classic Theatre Festival). A recently divorced couple are forced to spend the night together in this comedy. Previews Aug 10-11. Opens Aug 11 and runs to Sep 2. $21-$30. Mason Theatre, 13 Victoria. 1-877-283-1283, classictheatre.ca.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Melville Boys by Norm Foster (Drayton Entertainment). Two brothers' plans for a guys getaway change when they meet two sisters in this comedy. Opens Aug 15 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
St. Francis Of Millbrook by Sky Gilbert (4th Line Theatre). A farm boy's interests worry his parents in this coming-of-age story about growing up gay in rural Ontario. Previews Aug 13-14. Opens Aug 18 and runs to Sep 1. $26-$30, preview $20, opening night $40. Winslow Farm, 779 Zion Line. 1-800-814-0055, 4thlinetheatre.on.ca.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Thursday 30, August 2012
Theatre
Annie by Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin (Drayton Entertainment). The red-haired orphan seeks a place to call home in this musical. Opens Aug 15 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Blue Suede Shoes: Memories Of The King by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the songs of Elvis Presley. Opens Aug 8 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Clockmaker by Stephen Massicotte (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A man is intrigued by a married woman who brings a broken clock to his shop. Opens Aug 10 and runs to Sep 8. $30-$32, stu/preview $16. Firehall Theatre, 185 South St. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Helen's Necklace by Carole Fréchette (Shaw Festival). A visitor looks for her lost necklace in a Middle Eastern city scarred by a recent war. Previews Jul 15-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Aug 31. $50. Studio Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Johnny And June by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical revue pays tribute to Johnny Cash and June Carter. Opens Aug 15 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Playhouse II, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Little Shop Of Horrors by Howard Ashman and Alan Menken (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A flower shop clerk raises a plant that feeds on human blood in this musical. Opens Jul 27 and runs to Sep 1. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Looking by Norm Foster (Globus Theatre). Four middle-aged singles look for love in this comedy. Opens Aug 22 and runs to Sep 1. $27.50, stu $20. Lakeview Arts Barn, 2300 Pigeon Lake. 1-800-304-7897, globustheatre.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Mary, Mary by Jean Kerr (Classic Theatre Festival). A recently divorced couple are forced to spend the night together in this comedy. Previews Aug 10-11. Opens Aug 11 and runs to Sep 2. $21-$30. Mason Theatre, 13 Victoria. 1-877-283-1283, classictheatre.ca.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Melville Boys by Norm Foster (Drayton Entertainment). Two brothers' plans for a guys getaway change when they meet two sisters in this comedy. Opens Aug 15 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
St. Francis Of Millbrook by Sky Gilbert (4th Line Theatre). A farm boy's interests worry his parents in this coming-of-age story about growing up gay in rural Ontario. Previews Aug 13-14. Opens Aug 18 and runs to Sep 1. $26-$30, preview $20, opening night $40. Winslow Farm, 779 Zion Line. 1-800-814-0055, 4thlinetheatre.on.ca.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Friday 31, August 2012
Comedy
Passion ComedyPassion Lounge presents a monthly comedy show. Apr 25 9 pm, May 25 9 pm, Jun 29 9 pm, Jul 27 9 pm, Aug 31 9 pm. $5 or pwyc. 1220 Danforth. 416-999-0654.
Theatre
Annie by Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin (Drayton Entertainment). The red-haired orphan seeks a place to call home in this musical. Opens Aug 15 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Apprentice To Murder (Mysteriously Yours... Dinner Theatre). This dinner-theatre whodunit features corporate back-stabbing and boardroom intrigue. Opens Apr 20 and runs to Sep 15. $66-$71. 2026 Yonge. 416-486-7469, mysteriouslyyours.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Blue Suede Shoes: Memories Of The King by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the songs of Elvis Presley. Opens Aug 8 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Clockmaker by Stephen Massicotte (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A man is intrigued by a married woman who brings a broken clock to his shop. Opens Aug 10 and runs to Sep 8. $30-$32, stu/preview $16. Firehall Theatre, 185 South St. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Helen's Necklace by Carole Fréchette (Shaw Festival). A visitor looks for her lost necklace in a Middle Eastern city scarred by a recent war. Previews Jul 15-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Aug 31. $50. Studio Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Johnny And June by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical revue pays tribute to Johnny Cash and June Carter. Opens Aug 15 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Playhouse II, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Little Shop Of Horrors by Howard Ashman and Alan Menken (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A flower shop clerk raises a plant that feeds on human blood in this musical. Opens Jul 27 and runs to Sep 1. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Looking by Norm Foster (Globus Theatre). Four middle-aged singles look for love in this comedy. Opens Aug 22 and runs to Sep 1. $27.50, stu $20. Lakeview Arts Barn, 2300 Pigeon Lake. 1-800-304-7897, globustheatre.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Mary, Mary by Jean Kerr (Classic Theatre Festival). A recently divorced couple are forced to spend the night together in this comedy. Previews Aug 10-11. Opens Aug 11 and runs to Sep 2. $21-$30. Mason Theatre, 13 Victoria. 1-877-283-1283, classictheatre.ca.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Melville Boys by Norm Foster (Drayton Entertainment). Two brothers' plans for a guys getaway change when they meet two sisters in this comedy. Opens Aug 15 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
St. Francis Of Millbrook by Sky Gilbert (4th Line Theatre). A farm boy's interests worry his parents in this coming-of-age story about growing up gay in rural Ontario. Previews Aug 13-14. Opens Aug 18 and runs to Sep 1. $26-$30, preview $20, opening night $40. Winslow Farm, 779 Zion Line. 1-800-814-0055, 4thlinetheatre.on.ca.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Saturday 1, September 2012
Theatre
Annie by Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin (Drayton Entertainment). The red-haired orphan seeks a place to call home in this musical. Opens Aug 15 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Huron Country Playhouse, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Apprentice To Murder (Mysteriously Yours... Dinner Theatre). This dinner-theatre whodunit features corporate back-stabbing and boardroom intrigue. Opens Apr 20 and runs to Sep 15. $66-$71. 2026 Yonge. 416-486-7469, mysteriouslyyours.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Blue Suede Shoes: Memories Of The King by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the songs of Elvis Presley. Opens Aug 8 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. King's Wharf Theatre, 97 Jury. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Clockmaker by Stephen Massicotte (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A man is intrigued by a married woman who brings a broken clock to his shop. Opens Aug 10 and runs to Sep 8. $30-$32, stu/preview $16. Firehall Theatre, 185 South St. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Johnny And June by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical revue pays tribute to Johnny Cash and June Carter. Opens Aug 15 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Playhouse II, 70689 B Line. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Little Shop Of Horrors by Howard Ashman and Alan Menken (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A flower shop clerk raises a plant that feeds on human blood in this musical. Opens Jul 27 and runs to Sep 1. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Looking by Norm Foster (Globus Theatre). Four middle-aged singles look for love in this comedy. Opens Aug 22 and runs to Sep 1. $27.50, stu $20. Lakeview Arts Barn, 2300 Pigeon Lake. 1-800-304-7897, globustheatre.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Mary, Mary by Jean Kerr (Classic Theatre Festival). A recently divorced couple are forced to spend the night together in this comedy. Previews Aug 10-11. Opens Aug 11 and runs to Sep 2. $21-$30. Mason Theatre, 13 Victoria. 1-877-283-1283, classictheatre.ca.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Melville Boys by Norm Foster (Drayton Entertainment). Two brothers' plans for a guys getaway change when they meet two sisters in this comedy. Opens Aug 15 and runs to Sep 1. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
St. Francis Of Millbrook by Sky Gilbert (4th Line Theatre). A farm boy's interests worry his parents in this coming-of-age story about growing up gay in rural Ontario. Previews Aug 13-14. Opens Aug 18 and runs to Sep 1. $26-$30, preview $20, opening night $40. Winslow Farm, 779 Zion Line. 1-800-814-0055, 4thlinetheatre.on.ca.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Sunday 2, September 2012
Theatre
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Clockmaker by Stephen Massicotte (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A man is intrigued by a married woman who brings a broken clock to his shop. Opens Aug 10 and runs to Sep 8. $30-$32, stu/preview $16. Firehall Theatre, 185 South St. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Mary, Mary by Jean Kerr (Classic Theatre Festival). A recently divorced couple are forced to spend the night together in this comedy. Previews Aug 10-11. Opens Aug 11 and runs to Sep 2. $21-$30. Mason Theatre, 13 Victoria. 1-877-283-1283, classictheatre.ca.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Monday 3, September 2012
Theatre
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Tuesday 4, September 2012
Comedy
Yuk Yuk's Downtown presents the Humber School of Comedy at 7:30 pm, and stand-up Amateur Night at 9:30 pm. Tue. $4. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Theatre
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Clockmaker by Stephen Massicotte (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A man is intrigued by a married woman who brings a broken clock to his shop. Opens Aug 10 and runs to Sep 8. $30-$32, stu/preview $16. Firehall Theatre, 185 South St. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Wednesday 5, September 2012
Theatre
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Clockmaker by Stephen Massicotte (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A man is intrigued by a married woman who brings a broken clock to his shop. Opens Aug 10 and runs to Sep 8. $30-$32, stu/preview $16. Firehall Theatre, 185 South St. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Thursday 6, September 2012
Theatre
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Clockmaker by Stephen Massicotte (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A man is intrigued by a married woman who brings a broken clock to his shop. Opens Aug 10 and runs to Sep 8. $30-$32, stu/preview $16. Firehall Theatre, 185 South St. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
A Nice Family Gathering by Phil Olson (Upper Canada Playhouse). The ghost of a family's patriarch joins a tense family reunion. Previews Sep 6-7. Opens Sep 8 and runs to Sep 30. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Friday 7, September 2012
Theatre
Apprentice To Murder (Mysteriously Yours... Dinner Theatre). This dinner-theatre whodunit features corporate back-stabbing and boardroom intrigue. Opens Apr 20 and runs to Sep 15. $66-$71. 2026 Yonge. 416-486-7469, mysteriouslyyours.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Clockmaker by Stephen Massicotte (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A man is intrigued by a married woman who brings a broken clock to his shop. Opens Aug 10 and runs to Sep 8. $30-$32, stu/preview $16. Firehall Theatre, 185 South St. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry And Alice: Into The Wild by Michele Riml (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A longtime-married couple try camping to re-ignite the spark in this comedy. Opens Sep 7 and runs to Oct 6. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
A Nice Family Gathering by Phil Olson (Upper Canada Playhouse). The ghost of a family's patriarch joins a tense family reunion. Previews Sep 6-7. Opens Sep 8 and runs to Sep 30. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Saturday 8, September 2012
Theatre
Apprentice To Murder (Mysteriously Yours... Dinner Theatre). This dinner-theatre whodunit features corporate back-stabbing and boardroom intrigue. Opens Apr 20 and runs to Sep 15. $66-$71. 2026 Yonge. 416-486-7469, mysteriouslyyours.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Clockmaker by Stephen Massicotte (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A man is intrigued by a married woman who brings a broken clock to his shop. Opens Aug 10 and runs to Sep 8. $30-$32, stu/preview $16. Firehall Theatre, 185 South St. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry And Alice: Into The Wild by Michele Riml (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A longtime-married couple try camping to re-ignite the spark in this comedy. Opens Sep 7 and runs to Oct 6. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
A Nice Family Gathering by Phil Olson (Upper Canada Playhouse). The ghost of a family's patriarch joins a tense family reunion. Previews Sep 6-7. Opens Sep 8 and runs to Sep 30. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Sunday 9, September 2012
Theatre
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry And Alice: Into The Wild by Michele Riml (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A longtime-married couple try camping to re-ignite the spark in this comedy. Opens Sep 7 and runs to Oct 6. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
A Nice Family Gathering by Phil Olson (Upper Canada Playhouse). The ghost of a family's patriarch joins a tense family reunion. Previews Sep 6-7. Opens Sep 8 and runs to Sep 30. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Monday 10, September 2012
Theatre
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Tuesday 11, September 2012
Comedy
Yuk Yuk's Downtown presents the Humber School of Comedy at 7:30 pm, and stand-up Amateur Night at 9:30 pm. Tue. $4. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Theatre
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry And Alice: Into The Wild by Michele Riml (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A longtime-married couple try camping to re-ignite the spark in this comedy. Opens Sep 7 and runs to Oct 6. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
A Nice Family Gathering by Phil Olson (Upper Canada Playhouse). The ghost of a family's patriarch joins a tense family reunion. Previews Sep 6-7. Opens Sep 8 and runs to Sep 30. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Wednesday 12, September 2012
Theatre
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Blue Suede Shoes: Memories Of The King by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the songs of Elvis Presley. Opens Sep 12 and runs to Oct 6. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry And Alice: Into The Wild by Michele Riml (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A longtime-married couple try camping to re-ignite the spark in this comedy. Opens Sep 7 and runs to Oct 6. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
A Nice Family Gathering by Phil Olson (Upper Canada Playhouse). The ghost of a family's patriarch joins a tense family reunion. Previews Sep 6-7. Opens Sep 8 and runs to Sep 30. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Thursday 13, September 2012
Theatre
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Blue Suede Shoes: Memories Of The King by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the songs of Elvis Presley. Opens Sep 12 and runs to Oct 6. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry And Alice: Into The Wild by Michele Riml (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A longtime-married couple try camping to re-ignite the spark in this comedy. Opens Sep 7 and runs to Oct 6. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
A Nice Family Gathering by Phil Olson (Upper Canada Playhouse). The ghost of a family's patriarch joins a tense family reunion. Previews Sep 6-7. Opens Sep 8 and runs to Sep 30. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Friday 14, September 2012
Theatre
Apprentice To Murder (Mysteriously Yours... Dinner Theatre). This dinner-theatre whodunit features corporate back-stabbing and boardroom intrigue. Opens Apr 20 and runs to Sep 15. $66-$71. 2026 Yonge. 416-486-7469, mysteriouslyyours.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Blue Suede Shoes: Memories Of The King by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the songs of Elvis Presley. Opens Sep 12 and runs to Oct 6. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry And Alice: Into The Wild by Michele Riml (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A longtime-married couple try camping to re-ignite the spark in this comedy. Opens Sep 7 and runs to Oct 6. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hirsch by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson (Stratford Festival). This drama looks at the life of theatre director John Hirsch, who came to Canada as a Hungarian refugee orphaned by the Holocaust. Previews Jun 20-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 14. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
A Nice Family Gathering by Phil Olson (Upper Canada Playhouse). The ghost of a family's patriarch joins a tense family reunion. Previews Sep 6-7. Opens Sep 8 and runs to Sep 30. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Saturday 15, September 2012
Theatre
Apprentice To Murder (Mysteriously Yours... Dinner Theatre). This dinner-theatre whodunit features corporate back-stabbing and boardroom intrigue. Opens Apr 20 and runs to Sep 15. $66-$71. 2026 Yonge. 416-486-7469, mysteriouslyyours.com.
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Blue Suede Shoes: Memories Of The King by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the songs of Elvis Presley. Opens Sep 12 and runs to Oct 6. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
French Without Tears by Terence Rattigan (Shaw Festival). Young men come to France to improve their language skills but get distracted by women in this comedy. Previews May 11-25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Sep 15. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry And Alice: Into The Wild by Michele Riml (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A longtime-married couple try camping to re-ignite the spark in this comedy. Opens Sep 7 and runs to Oct 6. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
A Nice Family Gathering by Phil Olson (Upper Canada Playhouse). The ghost of a family's patriarch joins a tense family reunion. Previews Sep 6-7. Opens Sep 8 and runs to Sep 30. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Sunday 16, September 2012
Theatre
The Best Brothers by Daniel MacIvor (Stratford Festival). Two very different brothers learn about each other and their mother after her death. Previews Jun 26-Jul 11. Opens Jul 12 and runs in rep to Sep 16. $30-$70. Studio Theatre, 34 George E. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry And Alice: Into The Wild by Michele Riml (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A longtime-married couple try camping to re-ignite the spark in this comedy. Opens Sep 7 and runs to Oct 6. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
A Nice Family Gathering by Phil Olson (Upper Canada Playhouse). The ghost of a family's patriarch joins a tense family reunion. Previews Sep 6-7. Opens Sep 8 and runs to Sep 30. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Monday 17, September 2012
Theatre
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Tuesday 18, September 2012
Comedy
Yuk Yuk's Downtown presents the Humber School of Comedy at 7:30 pm, and stand-up Amateur Night at 9:30 pm. Tue. $4. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Theatre
Blue Suede Shoes: Memories Of The King by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the songs of Elvis Presley. Opens Sep 12 and runs to Oct 6. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry And Alice: Into The Wild by Michele Riml (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A longtime-married couple try camping to re-ignite the spark in this comedy. Opens Sep 7 and runs to Oct 6. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
A Nice Family Gathering by Phil Olson (Upper Canada Playhouse). The ghost of a family's patriarch joins a tense family reunion. Previews Sep 6-7. Opens Sep 8 and runs to Sep 30. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Wednesday 19, September 2012
Theatre
Blue Suede Shoes: Memories Of The King by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the songs of Elvis Presley. Opens Sep 12 and runs to Oct 6. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry And Alice: Into The Wild by Michele Riml (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A longtime-married couple try camping to re-ignite the spark in this comedy. Opens Sep 7 and runs to Oct 6. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
A Nice Family Gathering by Phil Olson (Upper Canada Playhouse). The ghost of a family's patriarch joins a tense family reunion. Previews Sep 6-7. Opens Sep 8 and runs to Sep 30. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Thursday 20, September 2012
Theatre
Blue Suede Shoes: Memories Of The King by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the songs of Elvis Presley. Opens Sep 12 and runs to Oct 6. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry And Alice: Into The Wild by Michele Riml (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A longtime-married couple try camping to re-ignite the spark in this comedy. Opens Sep 7 and runs to Oct 6. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
A Nice Family Gathering by Phil Olson (Upper Canada Playhouse). The ghost of a family's patriarch joins a tense family reunion. Previews Sep 6-7. Opens Sep 8 and runs to Sep 30. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Friday 21, September 2012
Comedy
Gabriel Iglesias Live Nation and Comedy Central present Iglesias on his Stand-Up Revolution Tour. Sep 21 8 pm. $42. The Music Hall, 147 Danforth. 1-855-985-5000, ticketmaster.ca.
Theatre
Blue Suede Shoes: Memories Of The King by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the songs of Elvis Presley. Opens Sep 12 and runs to Oct 6. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry And Alice: Into The Wild by Michele Riml (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A longtime-married couple try camping to re-ignite the spark in this comedy. Opens Sep 7 and runs to Oct 6. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
A Nice Family Gathering by Phil Olson (Upper Canada Playhouse). The ghost of a family's patriarch joins a tense family reunion. Previews Sep 6-7. Opens Sep 8 and runs to Sep 30. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Saturday 22, September 2012
Theatre
Blue Suede Shoes: Memories Of The King by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the songs of Elvis Presley. Opens Sep 12 and runs to Oct 6. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry And Alice: Into The Wild by Michele Riml (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A longtime-married couple try camping to re-ignite the spark in this comedy. Opens Sep 7 and runs to Oct 6. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
A Man And Some Women by Githa Sowerby (Shaw Festival). A man seeks a new life but feels duty-bound to his wife and unmarried sisters. Previews Apr 27-May 23. Opens May 24 and runs in rep to Sep 22. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
A Nice Family Gathering by Phil Olson (Upper Canada Playhouse). The ghost of a family's patriarch joins a tense family reunion. Previews Sep 6-7. Opens Sep 8 and runs to Sep 30. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Sunday 23, September 2012
Theatre
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry And Alice: Into The Wild by Michele Riml (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A longtime-married couple try camping to re-ignite the spark in this comedy. Opens Sep 7 and runs to Oct 6. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
A Nice Family Gathering by Phil Olson (Upper Canada Playhouse). The ghost of a family's patriarch joins a tense family reunion. Previews Sep 6-7. Opens Sep 8 and runs to Sep 30. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Monday 24, September 2012
Theatre
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Tuesday 25, September 2012
Comedy
Yuk Yuk's Downtown presents the Humber School of Comedy at 7:30 pm, and stand-up Amateur Night at 9:30 pm. Tue. $4. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Theatre
Blue Suede Shoes: Memories Of The King by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the songs of Elvis Presley. Opens Sep 12 and runs to Oct 6. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry And Alice: Into The Wild by Michele Riml (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A longtime-married couple try camping to re-ignite the spark in this comedy. Opens Sep 7 and runs to Oct 6. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
A Nice Family Gathering by Phil Olson (Upper Canada Playhouse). The ghost of a family's patriarch joins a tense family reunion. Previews Sep 6-7. Opens Sep 8 and runs to Sep 30. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Wednesday 26, September 2012
Theatre
Blue Suede Shoes: Memories Of The King by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the songs of Elvis Presley. Opens Sep 12 and runs to Oct 6. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry And Alice: Into The Wild by Michele Riml (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A longtime-married couple try camping to re-ignite the spark in this comedy. Opens Sep 7 and runs to Oct 6. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
A Nice Family Gathering by Phil Olson (Upper Canada Playhouse). The ghost of a family's patriarch joins a tense family reunion. Previews Sep 6-7. Opens Sep 8 and runs to Sep 30. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Thursday 27, September 2012
Theatre
Blue Suede Shoes: Memories Of The King by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the songs of Elvis Presley. Opens Sep 12 and runs to Oct 6. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry And Alice: Into The Wild by Michele Riml (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A longtime-married couple try camping to re-ignite the spark in this comedy. Opens Sep 7 and runs to Oct 6. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
A Nice Family Gathering by Phil Olson (Upper Canada Playhouse). The ghost of a family's patriarch joins a tense family reunion. Previews Sep 6-7. Opens Sep 8 and runs to Sep 30. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Friday 28, September 2012
Theatre
Blue Suede Shoes: Memories Of The King by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the songs of Elvis Presley. Opens Sep 12 and runs to Oct 6. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry And Alice: Into The Wild by Michele Riml (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A longtime-married couple try camping to re-ignite the spark in this comedy. Opens Sep 7 and runs to Oct 6. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
A Nice Family Gathering by Phil Olson (Upper Canada Playhouse). The ghost of a family's patriarch joins a tense family reunion. Previews Sep 6-7. Opens Sep 8 and runs to Sep 30. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Wanderlust by Morris Panych and Marek Norman (Stratford Festival). This musical comedy is based on the life and poems of Robert Service. Previews Jun 20-Jul 10. Opens Jul 11 and runs in rep to Sep 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Saturday 29, September 2012
Theatre
Blue Suede Shoes: Memories Of The King by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the songs of Elvis Presley. Opens Sep 12 and runs to Oct 6. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Elektra by Sophocles (Stratford Festival). Elektra and her brother Orestes seek vengeance against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father in this Greek tragedy. Previews Jul 29-Aug 10. Opens Aug 11 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen (Shaw Festival). A headstrong new bride wreaks havoc on all around her to keep her checkered past secret. Previews Jul 25-Aug 9. Opens Aug 10 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Henry And Alice: Into The Wild by Michele Riml (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A longtime-married couple try camping to re-ignite the spark in this comedy. Opens Sep 7 and runs to Oct 6. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
Henry V by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). England's new king invades France in this epic drama. Previews Jun 24-Jul 12. Opens Jul 13 and runs in rep to Sep 29. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
A Nice Family Gathering by Phil Olson (Upper Canada Playhouse). The ghost of a family's patriarch joins a tense family reunion. Previews Sep 6-7. Opens Sep 8 and runs to Sep 30. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Sunday 30, September 2012
Theatre
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Cymbeline by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). A bogus claim of infidelity leads a king's daughter to risk everything for love. Previews May 10-30. Opens May 31 and runs in rep to Sep 30. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Tom Patterson Theatre, 111 Lakeside. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Henry And Alice: Into The Wild by Michele Riml (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A longtime-married couple try camping to re-ignite the spark in this comedy. Opens Sep 7 and runs to Oct 6. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
A Nice Family Gathering by Phil Olson (Upper Canada Playhouse). The ghost of a family's patriarch joins a tense family reunion. Previews Sep 6-7. Opens Sep 8 and runs to Sep 30. $32, stu/srs $28, previews $21. 12320 County Road 2. 1-877-550-3650, uppercanadaplayhouse.com.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
War Horse based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford (National Theatre of Great Britain/Mirvish). An English boy sets out to find his horse after it's sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France during WWI. Previews Feb 10-27. Opens Feb 28 and runs to Sep 30. $35-$130, rush $29. Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King W. 416-872-1212, mirvish.com. NNNNN (Susan G Cole)
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Monday 1, October 2012
Theatre
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Tuesday 2, October 2012
Comedy
Yuk Yuk's Downtown presents the Humber School of Comedy at 7:30 pm, and stand-up Amateur Night at 9:30 pm. Tue. $4. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Theatre
Blue Suede Shoes: Memories Of The King by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the songs of Elvis Presley. Opens Sep 12 and runs to Oct 6. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Henry And Alice: Into The Wild by Michele Riml (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A longtime-married couple try camping to re-ignite the spark in this comedy. Opens Sep 7 and runs to Oct 6. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Wednesday 3, October 2012
Theatre
Blue Suede Shoes: Memories Of The King by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the songs of Elvis Presley. Opens Sep 12 and runs to Oct 6. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Henry And Alice: Into The Wild by Michele Riml (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A longtime-married couple try camping to re-ignite the spark in this comedy. Opens Sep 7 and runs to Oct 6. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Sleuth by Anthony Shaffer (Drayton Entertainment). A mystery writer calculates revenge against his wife's younger lover. Opens Oct 3 and runs to Oct 21. $40, previews $32, stu $20. St Jacobs Country Playhouse, 40 Benjamin E. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Thursday 4, October 2012
Theatre
Blue Suede Shoes: Memories Of The King by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the songs of Elvis Presley. Opens Sep 12 and runs to Oct 6. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Henry And Alice: Into The Wild by Michele Riml (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A longtime-married couple try camping to re-ignite the spark in this comedy. Opens Sep 7 and runs to Oct 6. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Sleuth by Anthony Shaffer (Drayton Entertainment). A mystery writer calculates revenge against his wife's younger lover. Opens Oct 3 and runs to Oct 21. $40, previews $32, stu $20. St Jacobs Country Playhouse, 40 Benjamin E. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Friday 5, October 2012
Theatre
Blue Suede Shoes: Memories Of The King by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the songs of Elvis Presley. Opens Sep 12 and runs to Oct 6. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Henry And Alice: Into The Wild by Michele Riml (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A longtime-married couple try camping to re-ignite the spark in this comedy. Opens Sep 7 and runs to Oct 6. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
His Girl Friday adapted by John Guare (Shaw Festival). This comedy is based on Howard Hawks's 1940 film and Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's play The Front Page. Previews Jun 10-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 5. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Sleuth by Anthony Shaffer (Drayton Entertainment). A mystery writer calculates revenge against his wife's younger lover. Opens Oct 3 and runs to Oct 21. $40, previews $32, stu $20. St Jacobs Country Playhouse, 40 Benjamin E. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Saturday 6, October 2012
Theatre
Blue Suede Shoes: Memories Of The King by Colin Stewart and Chris McHarge (Drayton Entertainment). This musical tribute features the songs of Elvis Presley. Opens Sep 12 and runs to Oct 6. $40, previews $32, stu $20. Drayton Festival Theatre, 33 Wellington S. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Henry And Alice: Into The Wild by Michele Riml (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A longtime-married couple try camping to re-ignite the spark in this comedy. Opens Sep 7 and runs to Oct 6. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Millionairess by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). The richest woman in England and an Egyptian doctor fall in love, but have conflicting family obligations. Previews Jun 20-Jul 4. Opens Jul 5 and runs in rep to Oct 6. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Sleuth by Anthony Shaffer (Drayton Entertainment). A mystery writer calculates revenge against his wife's younger lover. Opens Oct 3 and runs to Oct 21. $40, previews $32, stu $20. St Jacobs Country Playhouse, 40 Benjamin E. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Sunday 7, October 2012
Theatre
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Sleuth by Anthony Shaffer (Drayton Entertainment). A mystery writer calculates revenge against his wife's younger lover. Opens Oct 3 and runs to Oct 21. $40, previews $32, stu $20. St Jacobs Country Playhouse, 40 Benjamin E. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Trouble In Tahiti by Leonard Bernstein (Shaw Festival). This one-act opera looks at the 1950s American dream through the eyes of a seemingly perfect couple. Previews Jun 1-Jul 6. Opens Jul 7 and runs in rep to Oct 7. $32. Court House Theatre, 26 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Monday 8, October 2012
Theatre
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Tuesday 9, October 2012
Comedy
Yuk Yuk's Downtown presents the Humber School of Comedy at 7:30 pm, and stand-up Amateur Night at 9:30 pm. Tue. $4. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Theatre
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Sleuth by Anthony Shaffer (Drayton Entertainment). A mystery writer calculates revenge against his wife's younger lover. Opens Oct 3 and runs to Oct 21. $40, previews $32, stu $20. St Jacobs Country Playhouse, 40 Benjamin E. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Wednesday 10, October 2012
Theatre
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Sleuth by Anthony Shaffer (Drayton Entertainment). A mystery writer calculates revenge against his wife's younger lover. Opens Oct 3 and runs to Oct 21. $40, previews $32, stu $20. St Jacobs Country Playhouse, 40 Benjamin E. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Tempting Providence by Robert Chafe (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A young British nurse comes to an isolated community in 1920s Newfoundland. Opens Oct 10 and runs to Oct 27. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Thursday 11, October 2012
Comedy
John Pinette: Still Hungry Just for Laughs presents the comic in a live show. Oct 11 7:30 pm (rescheduled from Apr 27; original tickets honoured). $39.50-$49.50. Massey Hall, 178 Victoria. 416-872-4255, masseyhall.com.
Theatre
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Sleuth by Anthony Shaffer (Drayton Entertainment). A mystery writer calculates revenge against his wife's younger lover. Opens Oct 3 and runs to Oct 21. $40, previews $32, stu $20. St Jacobs Country Playhouse, 40 Benjamin E. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Tempting Providence by Robert Chafe (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A young British nurse comes to an isolated community in 1920s Newfoundland. Opens Oct 10 and runs to Oct 27. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Friday 12, October 2012
Theatre
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Sleuth by Anthony Shaffer (Drayton Entertainment). A mystery writer calculates revenge against his wife's younger lover. Opens Oct 3 and runs to Oct 21. $40, previews $32, stu $20. St Jacobs Country Playhouse, 40 Benjamin E. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Tempting Providence by Robert Chafe (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A young British nurse comes to an isolated community in 1920s Newfoundland. Opens Oct 10 and runs to Oct 27. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Saturday 13, October 2012
Theatre
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Sleuth by Anthony Shaffer (Drayton Entertainment). A mystery writer calculates revenge against his wife's younger lover. Opens Oct 3 and runs to Oct 21. $40, previews $32, stu $20. St Jacobs Country Playhouse, 40 Benjamin E. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Tempting Providence by Robert Chafe (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A young British nurse comes to an isolated community in 1920s Newfoundland. Opens Oct 10 and runs to Oct 27. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Sunday 14, October 2012
Theatre
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Ragtime by Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Shaw Festival). Turn-of-the-century America is seen through the eyes of three very different families in this musical. Previews Apr 10-May 25. Opens May 26 and runs in rep to Oct 14. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Sleuth by Anthony Shaffer (Drayton Entertainment). A mystery writer calculates revenge against his wife's younger lover. Opens Oct 3 and runs to Oct 21. $40, previews $32, stu $20. St Jacobs Country Playhouse, 40 Benjamin E. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Tempting Providence by Robert Chafe (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A young British nurse comes to an isolated community in 1920s Newfoundland. Opens Oct 10 and runs to Oct 27. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Monday 15, October 2012
Theatre
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Tuesday 16, October 2012
Comedy
Yuk Yuk's Downtown presents the Humber School of Comedy at 7:30 pm, and stand-up Amateur Night at 9:30 pm. Tue. $4. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Theatre
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Sleuth by Anthony Shaffer (Drayton Entertainment). A mystery writer calculates revenge against his wife's younger lover. Opens Oct 3 and runs to Oct 21. $40, previews $32, stu $20. St Jacobs Country Playhouse, 40 Benjamin E. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Tempting Providence by Robert Chafe (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A young British nurse comes to an isolated community in 1920s Newfoundland. Opens Oct 10 and runs to Oct 27. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Wednesday 17, October 2012
Theatre
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Sleuth by Anthony Shaffer (Drayton Entertainment). A mystery writer calculates revenge against his wife's younger lover. Opens Oct 3 and runs to Oct 21. $40, previews $32, stu $20. St Jacobs Country Playhouse, 40 Benjamin E. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Tempting Providence by Robert Chafe (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A young British nurse comes to an isolated community in 1920s Newfoundland. Opens Oct 10 and runs to Oct 27. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Thursday 18, October 2012
Theatre
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Sleuth by Anthony Shaffer (Drayton Entertainment). A mystery writer calculates revenge against his wife's younger lover. Opens Oct 3 and runs to Oct 21. $40, previews $32, stu $20. St Jacobs Country Playhouse, 40 Benjamin E. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Tempting Providence by Robert Chafe (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A young British nurse comes to an isolated community in 1920s Newfoundland. Opens Oct 10 and runs to Oct 27. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Friday 19, October 2012
Theatre
Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge (Shaw Festival). A couple who married young confront their past and future 20 years later when a young woman rents a room in their home. Previews Jun 28-Jul 5. Opens Jul 6 and runs in rep to Oct 19. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Sleuth by Anthony Shaffer (Drayton Entertainment). A mystery writer calculates revenge against his wife's younger lover. Opens Oct 3 and runs to Oct 21. $40, previews $32, stu $20. St Jacobs Country Playhouse, 40 Benjamin E. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Tempting Providence by Robert Chafe (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A young British nurse comes to an isolated community in 1920s Newfoundland. Opens Oct 10 and runs to Oct 27. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Saturday 20, October 2012
Theatre
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Sleuth by Anthony Shaffer (Drayton Entertainment). A mystery writer calculates revenge against his wife's younger lover. Opens Oct 3 and runs to Oct 21. $40, previews $32, stu $20. St Jacobs Country Playhouse, 40 Benjamin E. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Tempting Providence by Robert Chafe (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A young British nurse comes to an isolated community in 1920s Newfoundland. Opens Oct 10 and runs to Oct 27. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Sunday 21, October 2012
Theatre
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Sleuth by Anthony Shaffer (Drayton Entertainment). A mystery writer calculates revenge against his wife's younger lover. Opens Oct 3 and runs to Oct 21. $40, previews $32, stu $20. St Jacobs Country Playhouse, 40 Benjamin E. 1-888-372-9866, draytonentertainment.com.
Tempting Providence by Robert Chafe (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A young British nurse comes to an isolated community in 1920s Newfoundland. Opens Oct 10 and runs to Oct 27. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Monday 22, October 2012
Theatre
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Tuesday 23, October 2012
Comedy
Yuk Yuk's Downtown presents the Humber School of Comedy at 7:30 pm, and stand-up Amateur Night at 9:30 pm. Tue. $4. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Theatre
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Tempting Providence by Robert Chafe (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A young British nurse comes to an isolated community in 1920s Newfoundland. Opens Oct 10 and runs to Oct 27. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Wednesday 24, October 2012
Theatre
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Tempting Providence by Robert Chafe (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A young British nurse comes to an isolated community in 1920s Newfoundland. Opens Oct 10 and runs to Oct 27. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Thursday 25, October 2012
Theatre
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Tempting Providence by Robert Chafe (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A young British nurse comes to an isolated community in 1920s Newfoundland. Opens Oct 10 and runs to Oct 27. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Friday 26, October 2012
Theatre
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Tempting Providence by Robert Chafe (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A young British nurse comes to an isolated community in 1920s Newfoundland. Opens Oct 10 and runs to Oct 27. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Saturday 27, October 2012
Theatre
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (Stratford Festival). A materialistic merchant hires a matchmaker to find him a wife in this comedy. Previews May 12-Jun 1. Opens Jun 2 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Misalliance by Bernard Shaw (Shaw Festival). A bored heiress finds adventure when a plane crashes into her home during a dull party. Previews Apr 19-May 24. Opens May 25 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $35-$90, stu mats $24. Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare (Stratford Festival). One couple plans to marry while their friends trade insults in the classic romantic comedy. Previews Apr 26-May 27. Opens May 28 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$95, srs $35-$55, stu $15-$25. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
The Pirates Of Penzance by WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (Stratford Festival). A young pirate apprentice must choose between love and duty in this comic operetta. Previews May 3-31. Opens Jun 1 and runs in rep to Oct 27. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
Tempting Providence by Robert Chafe (Thousand Islands Playhouse). A young British nurse comes to an isolated community in 1920s Newfoundland. Opens Oct 10 and runs to Oct 27. $27-$32, stu/preview $16. Springer Theatre, 690 Charles S. 1-866-382-7020, 1000islandsplayhouse.com.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Sunday 28, October 2012
Theatre
42nd Street by Michael Stewart, Mark Bramble, Harry Warren and Al Dubin (Stratford Festival). A director falls for a chorus girl while trying to keep his musical production afloat. Previews Apr 12-May 28. Opens May 29 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Festival Theatre, 55 Queen. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Present Laughter by Noël Coward (Shaw Festival). An actor deals with various people vying for his attention in this comedy. Previews May 3-22. Opens May 23 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $35-$110, stu/srs mats $24-$45. Festival Theatre, 10 Queen's Parade. 1-800-511-7429, shawfest.com.
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner (Stratford Festival/Schulich Children's Plays). This family musical is based on Charles M Schulz's Peanuts comic strip characters. Previews May 15-29. Opens May 30 and runs in rep to Oct 28. $49-$106, srs $41-$66, stu $19-$29. Avon Theatre, 99 Downie. 1-800-567-1600, stratfordfestival.ca.
Tuesday 30, October 2012
Comedy
Yuk Yuk's Downtown presents the Humber School of Comedy at 7:30 pm, and stand-up Amateur Night at 9:30 pm. Tue. $4. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Tuesday 6, November 2012
Comedy
Yuk Yuk's Downtown presents the Humber School of Comedy at 7:30 pm, and stand-up Amateur Night at 9:30 pm. Tue. $4. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Tuesday 13, November 2012
Comedy
Yuk Yuk's Downtown presents the Humber School of Comedy at 7:30 pm, and stand-up Amateur Night at 9:30 pm. Tue. $4. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Tuesday 20, November 2012
Comedy
Yuk Yuk's Downtown presents the Humber School of Comedy at 7:30 pm, and stand-up Amateur Night at 9:30 pm. Tue. $4. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Tuesday 27, November 2012
Comedy
Yuk Yuk's Downtown presents the Humber School of Comedy at 7:30 pm, and stand-up Amateur Night at 9:30 pm. Tue. $4. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Tuesday 4, December 2012
Comedy
Yuk Yuk's Downtown presents the Humber School of Comedy at 7:30 pm, and stand-up Amateur Night at 9:30 pm. Tue. $4. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Tuesday 11, December 2012
Comedy
Yuk Yuk's Downtown presents the Humber School of Comedy at 7:30 pm, and stand-up Amateur Night at 9:30 pm. Tue. $4. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
Tuesday 18, December 2012
Comedy
Yuk Yuk's Downtown presents the Humber School of Comedy at 7:30 pm, and stand-up Amateur Night at 9:30 pm. Tue. $4. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425, yukyuks.com.
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