Begin your night at the theatre by exploring a component of the production you are about to see! Subscribe to our Pre-Show Chat evening at the John Hirsch Theatre (Series 17E) for an opportunity to learn more about our productions through pre-show conversations with local theatre professionals and special guests from our community. Each session is planned with that evening’s performance in mind. Past Pre-Show Chats have featured a variety of Royal MTC staff, local artists, academic experts, and more! Pre-Show Chats are free with your ticket! The half-hour session begins at 6:30pm. Following the presentation, the lobby and bar will be open, so you can relax and enjoy a beverage before the performance begins at 7:30pm. All speakers listed below are subject to change - updates will be made as promptly as possible.
PRE-SHOW CHATS: October 31, 2024 (The Play That Goes Wrong) - Jacqueline Loewen on fights and physicality December 5, 2024 (Little Women) - Katie German on directing a classic January 23, 2025 (Waitress) - Kelly Robinson on the job of a music director and the songs of the show February 27, 2025 (Indecent) - Itay Zutra on Yiddish culture April 3, 2025 (Casey and Diana) - Jim Kane on Manitoba's AIDS history and advocacy May 8, 2025 (Elevate: Manaajii ' idiwin) - Donnie Osler on technical theatre magic