Canadian Stage has officially unveiled its highly anticipated 2026-2027 season, promising a diverse and innovative lineup that reflects the company’s commitment to bold, boundary-pushing theatre. This season is an unmissable season with Toronto and Canadian premieres, brilliant Canadian actors and ensembles tackling major contemporary and classical works, and the next chapter of Ross Petty’s beloved holiday Panto tradition.

2026 – 2027 Season

September 19 – October 4, 2026
Wine in the Wilderness
Berkeley Street Theatre, 26 Berkeley Street
www.canadianstage.com/shows-events/season/wine-in-the-wilderness

Set against the backdrop of Harlem in 1964, Wine in the Wilderness follows artist Bill Jameson as an unexpected evening forces his friends to confront assumptions about identity, class, and Black womanhood. When Tommy arrives to model for his latest portrait series, long-held perceptions begin to unravel through candid conversation and uneasy revelations. Directed by Jordan Laffrenier, this revival of Wine in the Wilderness delivers humour, emotional depth, and a powerful examination of how people see — and misjudge — one another.

November 6 – 22, 2026
Goodnight Desdemona (Good Morning Juliet)
Bluma Appel Theatre, 27 Front Street East
www.canadianstage.com/shows-events/season/goodnight-desdemona-good-morning-juliet

To mark the 40th anniversary of her celebrated play, acclaimed Canadian writer Ann-Marie MacDonald takes centre stage as Constance Ledbelly, an overlooked academic swept into the worlds of Shakespeare’s heroines. Blending sharp humour with emotional insight, the production reimagines characters like Desdemona and Juliet as bold architects of their own destinies. Both playful and thought-provoking, this enduring Canadian classic explores identity, imagination, and self-discovery while reminding audiences that finding the courage to tell one’s own story can be truly transformative.

_{“Goodnight Desdemona (Good Morning Juliet)” is published by Vintage Canada. “Goodnight Desdemona (Good Morning Juliet)” was commissioned, developed, and premiered by Nightwood Theatre.}

November 8 – December 13, 2026
Rogers v. Rogers
Berkeley Street Theatre, 26 Berkeley Street
www.canadianstage.com/shows-events/season/rogers-v.-rogers

Inspired by a headline-making Canadian corporate battle, this gripping new drama follows the struggle for control of the Rogers Communications empire after the death of founder Ted Rogers. As Edward Rogers fights to secure his legacy, regulator Matthew Boswell works to challenge the company’s billion-dollar Shaw takeover. Written by acclaimed playwright Michael Healey and starring Tom Rooney, the production explores ambition, family conflict, corporate influence, and the personal cost of power and succession.

December 5, 2026 – January 3, 2027
Cinderella
The Winter Garden Theatre, 189 Yonge Street
www.canadianstage.com/shows-events/season/cinderella

This contemporary take on Cinderella reinvents the classic pantomime with sharp wit, dazzling spectacle, and a playful modern twist. Filled with infectious pop hits, clever humour, and eye-catching stagecraft, the production balances festive family fun with knowing jokes and stylish storytelling for adult audiences. Whether audiences grew up loving panto or are discovering the tradition for the first time, this lively holiday production delivers laughter, charm, and plenty of sparkle while celebrating the timeless magic of transformation and happily-ever-afters.

January 16 – February 7, 2027
Sex in the ’80s
Berkeley Street Theatre, 26 Berkeley Street
www.canadianstage.com/shows-events/season/sex-in-the-80s

Set in a sleek Toronto office tower, Sex in the ’80s reunites two successful architects decades after their complicated history first began. What starts as a professional meeting soon becomes a sharp and humorous clash over memory, ambition, workplace culture, and shifting social expectations. As younger colleagues observe — and eagerly contribute their own opinions — old tensions resurface in unexpected ways. Clever, topical, and incisively funny, Sex in the ’80s explores generational divides, changing perspectives, and the challenges of confronting the past in a modern workplace.

_{The writing of Sex in the ’80s was supported by the Ontario Creators Reserve Fund.}

February 13 – 28, 2027
Cabaret
Bluma Appel Theatre, 27 Front Street East
www.canadianstage.com/shows-events/season/cabaret

Set in Berlin during the rise of extremism, Cabaret remains one of musical theatre’s most powerful and unsettling works. Beneath its iconic songs and seductive nightlife lies a sharp exploration of denial, complacency, and the slow unraveling of society in dangerous times. Directed by Kimberley Rampersad, this bold new production reimagines the classic for contemporary audiences with urgency, intelligence, and theatrical flair. Both thrilling and thought-provoking, the musical offers a timely reminder of how easily history’s warnings can be ignored.

_{CABARET is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Tams-Witmark LLC. www.concordtheatricals.com. Book by Joe Masteroff, Based on the play by John Van Druten and, Stories by Christopher Isherwood, Music by John Kander Lyrics by Fred Ebb. Originally Co-directed and Choreographed by Rob Marshall. Originally Directed by Sam Mendes.}

March 27 – April 11, 2027
Raised by Women
Berkeley Street Theatre, 26 Berkeley Street
www.canadianstage.com/shows-events/season/raised-by-women

In Raised by Women, Métis playwright and performer Keith Barker delivers a deeply personal solo show blending humour, storytelling, and heartfelt reflection. Inspired by his upbringing in Northern Ontario, the performance celebrates the strong women who shaped his life while exploring the lasting influence of an often-absent father. With the rhythm of stand-up comedy and the emotional depth of memoir, the production moves effortlessly between laughter and honesty, revealing how family, identity, and memory can shape the stories people carry throughout their lives.

_{Keith Barker is a member of the Playwrights Guild of Canada. Raised by Women is produced by permission of the Playwright and Marquis Literary (Colin Rivers) www.MQlit.ca. Raised by Women was commissioned and originally produced by Prairie Theatre Exchange (Winnipeg, MB) in April 2025. Raised by Women received further development support from The Vault Creation Lab @ Coal Mine Theatre (programmed as part of the 2026 Public Lab Series).}

April 9 – May 2, 2027
Creditors
Bluma Appel Theatre, 27 Front Street East
www.canadianstage.com/shows-events/season/creditors

Set in a remote seaside hotel, Creditors follows a young artist and his wife whose fragile marriage begins to unravel after the arrival of a charismatic stranger. What starts as casual conversation evolves into a tense psychological game of manipulation, jealousy, and emotional control. In this bold reimagining of August Strindberg’s classic drama, Artistic Director Brendan Healy crafts a darkly witty and unsettling exploration of ego, desire, and power. Sharp, seductive, and emotionally charged, the production examines who controls the story — and who ultimately suffers for it.

_{“CREDITORS (SILVERMAN)” is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc. www.concordtheatricals.com. CREDITORS was commissioned by Sonia Friedman Productions and originally premiered Off-Broadway by Audible x TOGETHER at The Minetta Lane Theatre in May 2025}