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Canadian Stage's mission is to be the leading contemporary performing arts organization in the country. A collision of disciplines and cultures, Canadian Stage reflects the dynamism and complexity of Canada and is a vital artistic force locally, nationally, and internationally.
In the 30+ years of its history, Canadian Stage has employed thousands of artists and developed and produced hundreds of new productions. Many of the plays developed by Canadian Stage have been awarded and nominated for Canada's most prestigious literary and performing arts honours, including the Governor General's, Chalmers and Dora Mavor Moore Awards.
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Feb 25, 2021
A Version of the Truth: The un-staging of Cloudless
Actors performing alone. A director editing in solitude. And audiences listening at home. Is Alison Wong’s visceral audio production of Cloudless the definitive play of the pandemic era?
Dec 16, 2020
2020 in Review
Brendan Healy takes us through what 2020 looked like for him, according to his iPhone.
Nov 10, 2020
Vivek Shraya’s "How to Fail as a Popstar" Continues its Ascent
In the year of the pivot, the show’s creator opens up about branching out.
Oct 20, 2020
Welcoming Two New Visionaries to the BMO Lab
Ryan Cunningham and Sébastien Heins join the BMO Lab, the country’s only theatre workshop solely devoted to explorations in emergent technologies.
Sep 4, 2020
Q&A with 600 Highwaymen
New York City-based theatre-making duo 600 Highwaymen on their work and the future of live performance.
Jul 22, 2020
Canadian Stage’s Guiding Principles
The five guiding principles that we have developed in response to the pandemic.
Jul 15, 2020
When the Noise Pollution Stops: Being Non-Binary
For Non-Binary Awareness Week, Audience Services Coordinator Kamini Murthy-Korteweg reflects on what being non-binary means to them.
Jul 9, 2020
Mindful Moments Towards Answering a “Simple” Question
Playwright Susanna Fournier on adjusting to the pandemic through mindfulness practice and new creative projects.
May 28, 2020
Seeds, Joy, and a Pile of Trash
Associate Artistic Director Mel Hague reflects on finding joy in the smallest things.