A chorus of women across cultures, identities, and generations gather in a threshold where time collapses, where worlds collide, where women stand. This epic new work inspired by Euripides’ classic meets three modern Syrian women after a wild storm brings them to the shores of Turkey as the ancient Trojan Women prepare for their voyage to Greece. Thrilling, heartbreaking, and inspiring, After the Trojan Women will sweep you across millennia and cultures of women in times of war and perseverance. CREATIVE TEAMDirector Liz HobbsPlaywrights Amena Shehab & Joanna BlundellDramaturg Aksam Al-YousefStage Manager Marian BrantProduction Manager Kat EvansTechnical Director Chris KavanaghSet & Lighting Designer Alison YanotaCostume Designer Rebecca CypherSound Designer Ashley WeckesserAssistant Director Rahaf FashehAssistant Stage Manager Sarah YorkePromotional Photos Brianne Jang CASTGoddess Tatiana DuqueHuriya Michelle ToddManar Monica GateSumaya Kristi HansenHecuba Annette LoiselleAndromache Julia van DamCassandra Stephanie BessalaChorus Autumn StromChorus Jasmine Hopfe For more information, please visit https://commongroundarts.ca/event/after-the-trojan-women/. By purchasing tickets to this event, you consent to sharing your contact information with Common Ground Arts Society. Should you wish to withdraw your consent, please contact Common Ground Arts at https://commongroundarts.ca/contact/.
Backstage Theatre
Set in Yonker, Saskatchewan in the late 1940s, Alphabet Line follows Duncan, a Queer man who has lived on his family farm his entire life. He sends out daily messages via radio in the hope of receiving a response and finally hears from Nicholas, a graduate student from Saskatoon. As the men take refuge in their shared conversations, days pass and both Duncan and Nicholas will have to reckon with each other’s pasts and embrace vulnerability or risk losing all they’ve built. Accessible Performances The following performances will be Sign Language interpreted: 2025-04-23 20:00 2025-04-24 20:00 2025-04-26 14:00 The following performances will be relaxed performances: 2025-04-23 20:00
Westbury Theatre
Une production du Théâtre français de Toronto L’autrice Karen Hines explore le côté sombre de l’immobilier dans Crawlspace : Une vraie de vraie histoire vécue d’horreur immobilière, une comédie kafkaïenne traduite de l’anglais par Mishka Lavigne. La pièce fait le constat, déplorable, du secteur immobilier canadien, véritable champs de bataille cruel et loufoque. Crawlspace est une étude sur la condition humaine. C’est aussi une pièce qui souligne l’importance des boules de rotin qui décorent les tables et les recoins des maisons mises en vente.
SERVUS Credit Union Théâtre
Cycle by Andrew Ritchie—a high-octane, immersive theatre experience set on a stationary bike. This groundbreaking solo performance is written, developed, and performed by Ritchie. Cycle offers a dynamic and energetic experience that explores the gritty realities and exhilarating moments of active transportation and cycling culture in Canada. Audience members are invited to engage in the performance physically, seated on stationary bikes as they pedal alongside Ritchie, mirroring his intense ride as he traverses the dangers and highs of urban transportation. Through this interactive format, Cycle shines a light on Ritchie’s real-life experiences as a bike food courier in Toronto, and the financial and physical precariousness of trying to make a living in the gig economy. A deeply personal and politically charged journey, Cycle will get your blood pumping and cultivate a new respect for the two-wheeled travel. *Limited stationary bikes for audience members available on a first come-first-serve basis. CREATIVE TEAM Director: Kristi Hansen* Choreographer: Ainsley Hillyard Lighting Designer: T. Erin Gruber Sound Designer: liv mcrobbie Cast: Andrew Ritchie Dramaturge: Geoffrey Simon Brown Stage Manager: Galen Hite *The participation of these Artists is arranged by permission of Canadian Actors’ Equity Association under the provisions of the Indie 2.2 Agreement.
Mile Zero Dance
Argan, un hypochondriaque sévère, souhaite marier sa fille, Angélique, au fils d’un médecin respecté, Thomas Diafoirus. Cependant, Angélique est amoureuse d’un autre homme, Cléante. La pièce explore les thèmes de l’amour, de la tromperie et de la médecine, le tout dans un style comique et farfelu.
SERVUS Credit Union Théâtre
Lucienne, fille unique, file le parfait bonheur quand tout à coup, ses parents lui annoncent une grande nouvelle : elle va devenir grande sœur! Au début, Lucienne s’inquiète un peu, mais l'entrain de ses parents la rassure vite. Pourtant, dès que son frère naît, tout change : Jacques occupe ses parents jour et nuit, et Lucienne se sent seule. Quand sa maman sourit, Lucienne ne la croit plus : où est passée la gaieté qui, avant, illuminait ses sourires? Lucienne décide alors de devenir la meilleure grande sœur au monde pour ramener la joie dans sa famille. Lucienne réussira-t-elle à aider sa maman à retrouver son vrai sourire, celui qui fait briller le bleu de ses yeux? Une histoire sur la famille, la maladie, mais surtout, l’amour.
SERVUS Credit Union Théâtre
Hearts racing. Minds reeling. Knees buckling. Connie and Tristan have palpable chemistry – or is it a side effect of a new antidepressant? They are volunteers in a clinical trial, but their sudden and illicit romance forces the supervising doctors to face off over the ethical consequences of their work. Provocative and thought-provoking - The Effect takes on our pill-popping culture with humour and scintillating drama. CAST Dr. Lorna James: Kalin JensenDr. Toby Sealey: Tom EdwardsConnie Hall: Ecko LaiTristan Frey: Kris Loranger CREATIVE TEAMDirector Bridget TomsProducers: Ecko Lai / Bridget Toms Stage Manager Sharon ReichertProduction Manager Andy TomsAnimation / Visual Design Alicia Krawchuk Tickets are $34.00, $30.00 for students/seniors.
Studio Theatre
The Ugly Stepsisters cordially invite you back to the Palace, just like the good old days. Doesn’t everyone love a ball? The pageantry, the elegance, the romance… but this time its their ball, their rules, and the world’s most infamous step-siblings are ready to dish the dirt. What scandals hide within the glittering facade? What was Cinderella really like? Are the stepsisters really vapid? Vindictive?… Victims? Small Matters Productions' Sterling Award-winning show (Outstanding Costume Design & Outstanding Multimedia design) is now an even BIGGER & BADDER feast of mesmerizing movement, magical dresses, and stunning shadow puppetry. A deliciously disruptive dark comedy for adults brought to life by some of the most innovative designers and creators from across Western Canada. Written & performed by Christine Lesiak (FOR SCIENCE!) & Tara Travis (Erika the Red) | Full Creative Team Watch the trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HbJIVVTLivc Critics Say... Compelling… bewitching… miraculous to witness…Happily ever after will never be quite the same. - Liane Faulder, the Edmonton Journal ingenious, kooky, and fun - Liz Nicholls, 12thNight.ca very funny … ridiculously clever and mind-blowing - Findster Finds *The suggested price for Pay What You Will (PWYW) tickets is $20 but any amount is accepted.
Westbury Theatre
A chorus of women across cultures, identities, and generations gather in a threshold where time collapses, where worlds collide, where women stand. This epic new work inspired by Euripides’ classic meets three modern Syrian women after a wild storm brings them to the shores of Turkey as the ancient Trojan Women prepare for their voyage to Greece. Thrilling, heartbreaking, and inspiring, After the Trojan Women will sweep you across millennia and cultures of women in times of war and perseverance. CREATIVE TEAMDirector Liz HobbsPlaywrights Amena Shehab & Joanna BlundellDramaturg Aksam Al-YousefStage Manager Marian BrantProduction Manager Kat EvansTechnical Director Chris KavanaghSet & Lighting Designer Alison YanotaCostume Designer Rebecca CypherSound Designer Ashley WeckesserAssistant Director Rahaf FashehAssistant Stage Manager Sarah YorkePromotional Photos Brianne Jang CASTGoddess Tatiana DuqueHuriya Michelle ToddManar Monica GateSumaya Kristi HansenHecuba Annette LoiselleAndromache Julia van DamCassandra Stephanie BessalaChorus Autumn StromChorus Jasmine Hopfe For more information, please visit https://commongroundarts.ca/event/after-the-trojan-women/. By purchasing tickets to this event, you consent to sharing your contact information with Common Ground Arts Society. Should you wish to withdraw your consent, please contact Common Ground Arts at https://commongroundarts.ca/contact/.
Backstage Theatre
Set in Yonker, Saskatchewan in the late 1940s, Alphabet Line follows Duncan, a Queer man who has lived on his family farm his entire life. He sends out daily messages via radio in the hope of receiving a response and finally hears from Nicholas, a graduate student from Saskatoon. As the men take refuge in their shared conversations, days pass and both Duncan and Nicholas will have to reckon with each other’s pasts and embrace vulnerability or risk losing all they’ve built. Accessible Performances The following performances will be Sign Language interpreted: 2025-04-23 20:00 2025-04-24 20:00 2025-04-26 14:00 The following performances will be relaxed performances: 2025-04-23 20:00
Westbury Theatre
Une production du Théâtre français de Toronto L’autrice Karen Hines explore le côté sombre de l’immobilier dans Crawlspace : Une vraie de vraie histoire vécue d’horreur immobilière, une comédie kafkaïenne traduite de l’anglais par Mishka Lavigne. La pièce fait le constat, déplorable, du secteur immobilier canadien, véritable champs de bataille cruel et loufoque. Crawlspace est une étude sur la condition humaine. C’est aussi une pièce qui souligne l’importance des boules de rotin qui décorent les tables et les recoins des maisons mises en vente.
SERVUS Credit Union Théâtre
Cycle by Andrew Ritchie—a high-octane, immersive theatre experience set on a stationary bike. This groundbreaking solo performance is written, developed, and performed by Ritchie. Cycle offers a dynamic and energetic experience that explores the gritty realities and exhilarating moments of active transportation and cycling culture in Canada. Audience members are invited to engage in the performance physically, seated on stationary bikes as they pedal alongside Ritchie, mirroring his intense ride as he traverses the dangers and highs of urban transportation. Through this interactive format, Cycle shines a light on Ritchie’s real-life experiences as a bike food courier in Toronto, and the financial and physical precariousness of trying to make a living in the gig economy. A deeply personal and politically charged journey, Cycle will get your blood pumping and cultivate a new respect for the two-wheeled travel. *Limited stationary bikes for audience members available on a first come-first-serve basis. CREATIVE TEAM Director: Kristi Hansen* Choreographer: Ainsley Hillyard Lighting Designer: T. Erin Gruber Sound Designer: liv mcrobbie Cast: Andrew Ritchie Dramaturge: Geoffrey Simon Brown Stage Manager: Galen Hite *The participation of these Artists is arranged by permission of Canadian Actors’ Equity Association under the provisions of the Indie 2.2 Agreement.
Mile Zero Dance
Argan, un hypochondriaque sévère, souhaite marier sa fille, Angélique, au fils d’un médecin respecté, Thomas Diafoirus. Cependant, Angélique est amoureuse d’un autre homme, Cléante. La pièce explore les thèmes de l’amour, de la tromperie et de la médecine, le tout dans un style comique et farfelu.
SERVUS Credit Union Théâtre
Lucienne, fille unique, file le parfait bonheur quand tout à coup, ses parents lui annoncent une grande nouvelle : elle va devenir grande sœur! Au début, Lucienne s’inquiète un peu, mais l'entrain de ses parents la rassure vite. Pourtant, dès que son frère naît, tout change : Jacques occupe ses parents jour et nuit, et Lucienne se sent seule. Quand sa maman sourit, Lucienne ne la croit plus : où est passée la gaieté qui, avant, illuminait ses sourires? Lucienne décide alors de devenir la meilleure grande sœur au monde pour ramener la joie dans sa famille. Lucienne réussira-t-elle à aider sa maman à retrouver son vrai sourire, celui qui fait briller le bleu de ses yeux? Une histoire sur la famille, la maladie, mais surtout, l’amour.
SERVUS Credit Union Théâtre
Hearts racing. Minds reeling. Knees buckling. Connie and Tristan have palpable chemistry – or is it a side effect of a new antidepressant? They are volunteers in a clinical trial, but their sudden and illicit romance forces the supervising doctors to face off over the ethical consequences of their work. Provocative and thought-provoking - The Effect takes on our pill-popping culture with humour and scintillating drama. CAST Dr. Lorna James: Kalin JensenDr. Toby Sealey: Tom EdwardsConnie Hall: Ecko LaiTristan Frey: Kris Loranger CREATIVE TEAMDirector Bridget TomsProducers: Ecko Lai / Bridget Toms Stage Manager Sharon ReichertProduction Manager Andy TomsAnimation / Visual Design Alicia Krawchuk Tickets are $34.00, $30.00 for students/seniors.
Studio Theatre
The Ugly Stepsisters cordially invite you back to the Palace, just like the good old days. Doesn’t everyone love a ball? The pageantry, the elegance, the romance… but this time its their ball, their rules, and the world’s most infamous step-siblings are ready to dish the dirt. What scandals hide within the glittering facade? What was Cinderella really like? Are the stepsisters really vapid? Vindictive?… Victims? Small Matters Productions' Sterling Award-winning show (Outstanding Costume Design & Outstanding Multimedia design) is now an even BIGGER & BADDER feast of mesmerizing movement, magical dresses, and stunning shadow puppetry. A deliciously disruptive dark comedy for adults brought to life by some of the most innovative designers and creators from across Western Canada. Written & performed by Christine Lesiak (FOR SCIENCE!) & Tara Travis (Erika the Red) | Full Creative Team Watch the trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HbJIVVTLivc Critics Say... Compelling… bewitching… miraculous to witness…Happily ever after will never be quite the same. - Liane Faulder, the Edmonton Journal ingenious, kooky, and fun - Liz Nicholls, 12thNight.ca very funny … ridiculously clever and mind-blowing - Findster Finds *The suggested price for Pay What You Will (PWYW) tickets is $20 but any amount is accepted.
Westbury Theatre