The Toronto Operetta Theatre (TOT) is back with an enchanting 2025-2026 season, bringing audiences an array of light opera and musical gems that celebrate the genre’s rich heritage and diverse styles. Known for its dedication to classic and contemporary operettas, Toronto Operetta Theatre offers an immersive, culturally rich experience that spans everything from beloved European operettas to North American musical theatre. The season promises to deliver stellar performances from a talented lineup of local and international artists, appealing to operetta aficionados and newcomers alike.

With a mix of timeless works and thrilling new productions, this season is set to captivate audiences of all ages. From comedic tales with sparkling wit to poignant romances set to exquisite music, the upcoming program invites everyone to escape into the elegance and charm of operetta. Each performance, carefully curated by TOT, highlights the beauty of operatic storytelling with rich scores and imaginative staging, creating unforgettable experiences for Toronto’s arts community and visitors alike.

2025 – 2026 TOT Season

TOT Cabaret Series
October 4, November 29,  2025 and March 3, 2026

This season’s cabaret offerings include three very distinct entertainments:

• The Drury Lane Cabaret on October 4, 2025 at 8:00 p.m..
• Viva La Zarzuela on November 29,  2025 at 9:00 p.m.
• Strauss – the Waltz King on March 3, 2026 at 9:00 p.m.

These soirées promise intimate settings, spirited variety, and musical delight—from playful theatrical sketches to passionate zarzuela and waltz-filled evenings.

The Mikado – Revisited
October 24, 25, and 26, 2025

Gilbert & Sullivan’s sharp satire makes a triumphant return in The Mikado – Revisited, staged across three captivating evenings. Expect the familiar tale of Japanese-style humour and witty commentary presented with fresh staging and spirited performances.

Czardas Princess
December 30, 2025, and January 2, 3, and 4, 2026

Imre Kálmán’s lyrical masterpiece Czardas Princess unfolds in late December and early January. With rousing melodies and romantic entanglements at its core, this production offers elegance, comedic moments, and soaring vocal splendour.

A Night in Venice
April 17 – 19, 2026

The season continues with Johann Strauss II’s effervescent A Night in Venice, staged on April 17 (at 11:30 p.m.), April 18 (7:00 p.m.), and April 19, 2026 (7:00 p.m.). Expect effervescent waltzes, light-hearted humour and nostalgia—an ideal finale to the season.