Psychopaths and sociopaths want to be taken seriously. They think they’re superior. They want to demonstrate their superiority. But what if people ridiculed them? Aha! Subject them to satire. What’s a classic art form for satire? Cabaret! Singing, dancing, acting, storytelling. But you have to have the right cast. They have to be good—really good!
During pre-show, the audience is greeted into the simply set space by a chaotic clown with charm and impeccable timing giving out teeny tiny shoes to the audience. As the performance begins, we watch Isaac Kessler perfectly orchestrate this chaos into a series of comedic segments, complete with unexpected twists and ridiculous punchlines that leave the audience both reflective and in stitches.
If celebrities had to wear polygraph probes during interviews, would they tell the truth? Would it matter?
What happens when two actors try to get to their next tour destination? Absolute chaos ensues, of course! In this delightful comedy featuring Shane Adamczak and Sam Longley, we follow their highway journey from one town to another. The duo injects genuine warmth and relatable moments, sharing true anecdotes from their travels as they navigate this trip.
Prepare for a wild ride through the absurd and the unexpected with this comedic spectacle that delights in its irreverence. Snake (Tamlynn Bryson) has been requested by The Canadian Government to stop the evil Karen and retrieve a black box to save the world—but can he make it in time?
Simplistic, minimalist and abstract, On the Verge of Whiteness stands as a giant metaphor for the constant anxiety of fitting into white society as a person of colour.
What would you do if you were stuck in an underground bunker after the end of the world? Five people stuck in a bunker with only mundane everyday activities to keep them occupied for the rest of their lives sounds like a recipe for disaster—but is it?
This solo show by Chela Davison compacts her experiences growing up navigating the world as a woman who was always told she was “a little bit much”.
Five friends cross the university graduation stage, excited to live the dreams they’ve all been waiting for. Business mogul. Secret agent. World traveler. At this moment, the sky seems to be the limit. Three years later, the group finally reunites at a camp ground—only to find out no one’s transition to the real world went as planned.
In 1969, twelve years after West Side Story premiered, there are still gangs on the streets. One such is Tony’s South Brooklyn Boys (SBB). The Biddies, a powerful group of mothers on 5th Street, encourage them.
soil Created by William Nye Produced by MISHA, Montréal Review by Alexa MacKie 60 min / 14+ / Play, Comedy, Drama, Sci-fi / Mature language, Mental Health When Springhurst Park is about to be bulldozed to pave the way for new developments, eco-activists Maude, Billie and Maxy take part in protests to save the greenspace. […]
Mystery novel-obsessed maid Helena Woods takes it upon herself to solve the crime alongside the Manor’s butler, Spencer Preston. Murder, She Read is two-person show that follows the characters through a murder mystery and farcical feat with undeniable magnetism.
Fringe isn’t just attendance, word of mouth, awards or reviews. Unjuried, Fringe lets playwrights experiment. Veteran Ottawa playwright Laurie Fyffe is trying three new plays: Dammed, I Am Oil and The White Crocodile.
In Tales of a Reluctant World Traveler, he then shares more details of his adventures. Whether river-boarding in New Zealand or trying snake wine for the first time in Southeast Asia, it’s safe to say Ross was thrust outside of his comfort zone.
Adonis and the Gods at War Created by Iris MacKay Produced by Lockpick Theatre, Ottawa Review by Cristina Paolozzi 45 min / 14+ / Storytelling, History Let’s take it back to the good old days of theatre—when togas and sandals were in style, and when the wrath of the gods was a legitimate concern. Thankfully, […]
