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25/26 MAINSTAGE PLAYBILL


LIFE OF PI

Based on the novel by Yann Martel
Adapted by Lolita Chakrabarti


Directed by Haysam Kadri
In partnership with Citadel Theatre 

OCT 15 – NOV 8, 2025

“It will make you believe in the power of theatre” – Times of London
 
An epic story of courage, faith and survival, Life of Pi roars to breathtaking life with riveting storytelling and stunning puppetry.

After Pi’s family and their zoo are lost during the chaos of a shipwreck, the teenager survives 227 days on a lifeboat in uneasy companionship with a Royal Bengal tiger. As Pi drifts aimlessly in the vast ocean, he struggles to keep his wits while avoiding being the tiger’s next meal. Based on the international best-selling novel, Pi’s astonishing tale will have us question what we see with our own eyes.
 



ELF – THE MUSICAL

Book by                                                        Music by                  Lyrics by
Thomas Meehan and Bob Martin        Matthew Sklar       Chad Beguelin  

Based upon the New Line Cinema film written by David Berenbaum


Directed by Julie Tomaino

NOV 25 – DEC 20, 2025

“An effervescent antidote to the chaos of the holiday season” – Intermission Magazine
 
Bursting with holiday spirit, joyful song and boundless cheer, Elf the Musical is the gift we all need this Christmas.

Buddy the elf is happy, big-hearted and larger than life. Buddy is also larger than the other elves, which makes sense when it’s revealed he’s actually human. Gobsmacked by this discovery, Buddy sets off in search of the World’s Greatest Dad. When he arrives in New York, the irrepressible elf is disappointed to find out his human dad is far from the world’s greatest anything. Undaunted by a series of misadventures, Buddy sings his way into the lives and hearts of his new family and friends. 
 



MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS

By Agatha Christie
Adapted for the stage by Ken Ludwig


Directed by Kelly Thornton
In partnership with Citadel Theatre

★★★★ “A first-class ride all the way” – The Guardian

JAN 14 – FEB 7, 2026

Showcasing the Queen of Crime’s signature twists and turns, and a luxury train onstage, this witty adaptation keeps us guessing until Hercule Poirot delivers his breathtaking verdict.

Detective Hercule Poirot is aboard the Orient Express when an unlikeable wealthy American is murdered. As the debonair detective investigates, he encounters a cast of intriguing passengers, including the glamorous Mrs. Hubbard and the enigmatic Princess Dragomiroff. With his unparalleled eye for detail and keen instincts, Poirot uncovers secrets and motives as he seeks the truth behind the murder in this suspenseful tale of deception, revenge and justice.
 



ROYAL MTC PRESENTS A CROW’S THEATRE PRODUCTION

ROGERS V. ROGERS

Adapted for the stage by Michael Healey
Based on the book by Alexandra Posadzki


Directed by Chris Abraham
Starring Tom Rooney

“If you’ve got a vision, never give up control.” – Ted Rogers 

FEB 18 – MAR 14, 2026
 
A David vs. Goliath story for a new age, Rogers v. Rogers examines the merits of fighting back, the cost of ambition, and the complicated legacy of love and defiance in the shadow of power. 

Telecom tycoon Ted Rogers spent a lifetime turning Canada’s airwaves into money — and a company into a virtual monopoly. Now his son Edward is fighting to take control of the family empire. At the same time, a wily public servant is determined to block a billion-dollar merger. Ambition, defiance and public interest collide in a battle of wills.
 



THE LAST WIFE

By Kate Hennig

Directed by Cherissa Richards

“A very smart piece of writing” – Chicago Tribune

MAR 25 – APR 18, 2026

With sharp dialogue and compelling characters, this historical fight for power explores humanity through a contemporary lens. A funny and powerful dissection of patriarchy, sexual politics and women’s rights.

Katherine Parr, a sharp and determined woman, agrees to marry King Henry VIII on her own terms. As she asserts her agency and fights for equal rights for Henry’s daughters, the volatile King struggles for control and authority. With a modern voice and fresh perspective, Kate Hennig reimagines the intricate lives of these iconic historical figures.
 



RUBABOO – A Métis Cabaret

By Andrea Menard
Music by Andrea Menard & Robert Walsh


Directed by Alanis King

APR 29 – MAY 23, 2026

“There is a palpable sense of belonging from the moment the curtain rises. Menard welcomes the audience as if they are visiting her home.” – Broadway World

Métis singer-songwriter Andrea Menard's feast for the senses blends master storytelling with the beauty of Métis culture through music, dance and visual art.

Derived from the Michif word for “leftovers stew” or “big pot,” Rubaboo blends diverse cultural influences and invites us to reflect on the ongoing journey of cultural preservation and pride. Featuring the sounds of drums and guitar, this grand musical feast includes songs of reconciliation, unity, love and resilience.

 

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