Theatre
Recent stories about theatre
A moment in history: Aug. 28, 1957
Edmonton has a long history of beloved theatres, both of the cinema and playhouse variety. But the Roxy is one landmark that belongs to both camps. When it opened its doors in 1938, it was as a movie theatre.
Citadel stands out at Sterlings with 14 wins
The Elizabeth Sterling Haynes Awards honoured artists involved in Citadel Theatre productions across performance, music, design, direction, and production categories.
Freewill returns with two shows after Hawrelak hiatus
Edmonton's summer Shakespeare festival is going big and going home — back to William Hawrelak Park after a three-year closure forced several festivals to relocate.
Nextfest invites patrons to adopt an artist
As Nextfest heads into another year of showcasing emerging artists, festival director Erin Chorley encourages you to consider adopting one of the stars before they go supernova
Common Ground seeks to amplify Prairie theatre artists with Mainstage Series
Edmonton's thriving theatre scene can mask some missing opportunities for second- and third-run shows, both in Edmonton and across the Prairies, which can limit the potential for playwrights and other homegrown talent to thrive or even remain in Edmonton, said Mac Brock with with Common Ground Arts Society.
A moment in history: May 23, 1975
On this day in 1975, Margaret Zeidler made a $100,000 donation towards a new home for the Citadel Theatre.
A comedy lab for clowns and street performers rises from pandemic ashes
Clowns and street performers can get feedback on their work from other comedy artists now that a lab for these artists is returning after a hiatus during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Lilith Fair takes Roxy main stage
A multi-hyphenate drag performer is bringing a new musical to life at Theatre Network's Roxy Theatre, something they said is a step forward for the validation of their art.