The Gladstone Theatre has been a hub of local theatre since 2011, becoming a shared-use space for indie theatre productions. The Gladstone has made both local and professional theatre companies accessible to audiences across the city, and their 2025-25 season promises even more spectacles, with a few new faces joining the stage.
We’ve been hearing songs from the Ride the Cyclone musical at Broadway Nights Ottawa over the last year or so, but before that, we weren’t familiar with this show about Canadian high schoolers stuck in limbo after a tragic roller coaster accident.
Welcome to another weekend! With all the new buds and blossoms, it definitely seems like Ottawa is coming alive again, and not a moment too soon! Whether you want to get into some live sports, cool music, drag shows, or supporting local businesses, this weekend is jam packed. Get out there and enjoy it!
It’s the first weekend of November, if you can believe it, and the official end of Spooky Season. The weather has been playing tricks on us, but there is still plenty of colour left in the trees, and lots to keep you busy this weekend. Don’t forget that the clocks go back at 1am on Sunday!
To wrap up the spooky season, Lost Baggage Musical Theatre is making Ottawa a bit more creepy and kooky as it brings The Addams Family Musical to Arts Court Theatre. Opening on Halloween night, the musical will give audiences a taste of the dark side intertwined with classic family dynamics and humour. Eager to know more, we talked to Melodi Uygur, who plays Grandma Addams, to learn more about this production.
Broadway Nights Ottawa (BNO) has been making musical theatre fans’ hearts explode with joy for over a year now. We’ve had the pleasure of attending most monthly events and interviewing founder Emma Chin a few times. BNO is hosting its second Halloween Extravaganza and so we sat down with Emma to hear what Broadway fans can expect this year.
Lost Baggage Musical Theatre brings a production of Guys & Dolls to Arts Court starting April 25th. The BFFs sat down with Jay Landreville, the assistant director, to talk more about the show, the cast and how Lost Baggage will be rockin’ the boat with their upcoming production.
Every Story Is a Love Story Created by Joy Mwandemange and Mathieu Charlebois Produced by Lost Baggage Musical Theatre (Ottawa, Canada) Content Notes: Described Performance, Matural Language, Sexual Content, Sensory Friendly, Audience Participation By Nicole Deschenes We were both young when I first saw you. I close my eyes and the flashback starts… ~ Taylor […]
Laura and Samara spend their days as non-profit unicorns and fill every spare minute exploring the world of musical theatre as BFFs (that’s Broadway Friends Forever). Follow @bffs613 on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. A night of Sondheim music, a great local musical theatre group, and a fab local venue? We’re in! Besides, what better show […]
Welcome to the first full weekend of spring—and a presidential visit! This weekend promises a mix of weather and traffic conditions as much of the downtown core is closed down for President Biden’s visit. Stay up to date on the latest with the City’s special POTUS website. All Weekend Weather got you questioning your weekend […]
The smarch-like weather of late hasn’t been great for outdoor winter activities, but there’s plenty to do both indoors and out—just be sure to check conditions or official websites/social media accounts before checking out the outdoor events.
As we head into peak spooky season, there are plenty of Halloween-themed things happening. But, if that’s not your jam, don’t worry—there’s lots to do without needing a costume.
The great weather is here and there’s so much to take in this weekend! Whether it’s a great community walk, music, local vendor markets, a sports match or even the stars above, there’s plenty no matter what you’re in the mood for. Enjoy it safely and let us know what you get up to! Ongoing/all […]
Spring is in the air, some mandates are dropping, and events are back in full force. However, just because the province has dropped a lot of mandates, still be sure to check with venues and events before going as many are still supporting mask-wearing and more. Safety first!
Despite the recent ugly temperatures, the tulips are putting on their annual spring show for us, so the only mood in Ottawa right now can be hopeful! I’m channeling hopefulness this weekend, friends, as we face another one in lockdown, but inching closer to warmer weather, herd immunity, and that sweet, sweet freedom of the red zone!
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