WHAT’S ON WEDNESDAY
What’s on Wednesday is a benefit offered to our current membership. To submit a listing, you or your company must be registered. For more information on becoming a member, click here. Please note: To be included in the current week’s bulletin, we encourage you to make your submission by 5 PM on Tuesday.
what’s on?
Opening & playing until the end of the year!
Learn more about the shows opening this week by visiting our digital community calendar!
events
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Join us Sunday, December 14, for our Holiday Market at the Centaur Theatre’s Gallery! Drop in anytime between 11 AM and 5 PM to discover handmade goods and support local artisans and vendors! 🎄🌟
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Montreal Stage Managers gather once a month for a casual/social event to hang out! It's a drop in/casual event to connect with other stage managers! Please email elysequesnel@gmail.com to get added to the monthly newsletters and events!
community callout
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Out of Body is a collective of artists and is not a news/media publication. These reviews are done on an entirely volenteer basis and posted to our Instagram, TikTok and Facebook, and can be co-posted to your pages.
Any and all mediums of art, including but not limited to shows, events, albums, and publications are eligible for an Out of Body review. If you get reviewed, you or your art will be automatically considered for an OOBIE Award next September. -
Help us be a real non-profit with a board and everything. Consider joining our board to have a say in our future!
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Rendez-vous théâtre is the first platform dedicated exclusively to promoting theatrical offerings across Quebec. Discover the vibrant, rich, and diverse world of Quebec theatre. With geolocation, you can find shows happening in your area—an invitation to enjoy theatrical experiences in your region or neighbourhood! Filters allow you to refine your search to find, for example, shows playing tonight or this week.
Instagram: @rendezvous_theatre
Facebook: facebook.com/rdvtheatreqc/
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a biweekly book club focusing on radical, innovative plays
a community space for discussion and collective discovery
an informal space for writers to gather and talk shop
RSVP.
Email: theatrepyrite@gmail.com
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Rental space available at Youtheatre for rehearsals, auditions, classes, workshops and film/tv shoots.
Located in the Mile End, Youtheatre's rehearsal hall offers a spectacular view of the mountain. An excellent space which has been used by some of Montréal’s finest artists.
The room is split in two, with a concrete floor on one side and a Dance Floor installed on the other. Dimensions: 50ft. x 24ft. x 11.10ft. high.
Rentals are available on a weekly basis. You may also choose to rent a series of full-days according to your schedule. 5 days flexible bookings minimum.
Details at https://www.youtheatre.ca/rentals
For questions: Email Thais Ferreira at Outreach@Youtheatre.ca
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Join a group of like-minded female identifying individuals as we gather weekly to read plays! Weekly plays will be chosen in a collaborative manner. Click on our google form to express interest!
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Private collection of 50+ costumes, wigs, and accessories looking for a new home! Looking to donate them as a lot to a local theatre or organization who can give them a new life!
Contact Seth at seth.thomas.day@gmail.com
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An informal, in-person play-reading group, getting going in the new year to read and discuss plays by/about lesbians. Primarily Canadian works, open to anyone who identifies with the vision, any club is what you make of it. Email for more information or to express interest ♥︎
Contact Sarah at sarahculkin@rocketmail.com
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From the Artist:
“I firmly believe there is so much possibility for cross-disciplinary collaborations in the arts, especially in theatre. So, as I try to produce my new play It Sticks to the Ryver, I want to create a communal gallery space that lives and breathes with the world of the play.”
The Play:It Sticks to the Ryver is a play written for, with, and by disabled people (more specifically neurodiverse folk). Through it, we follow The Person, a college student, and The Other, a humanoid bird, as they learn to live and (re)grow together as a world collapses around them. After all, sometimes all you need is someone willing to wait with you.
The Google Form: It is meant as a way for me to connect with, see, read, hear, and generally interact with the work (artistic or academic) of my fellow queer and/or disabled creators. Any creator at any stage of their career/hobby is welcome to submit their work!
Click here to see the play trailer.
Click here to access the google form.
Please spread the word!
who’s hiring?
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Video Design/Implementation Teacher: This is a part-time position (35% workload) that is open to applications from designer/ technicians who are comfortable with supervising and mentoring both video design and video systems setup and management for the spring ALC production. They will also be supporting video portions for the LEDP graduating students' integrating project. A Bachelor’s Degree in Theatre or DEC in Theatre plus noted experience in video for the theatre is a requirement. Learn more.
Theatre Workshop Set Construction Teacher: This is a part-time position (30% workload) that is open to applications from technicians who are comfortable teaching relative beginners in the ALC program how to build sets for practical application (our March production.) The teacher will also be supervising a graduating LEDP student who is assigned as Head of Carpentry on the production and their crew of graduating LEDP students. A Bachelor’s Degree in Theatre or a DEC in Theatre plus noted experience in stage carpentry is a requirement. Learn more.
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Role: Stage Manager (bilingual English/French speaker)
Specific requirements: Ideally an SM who has previously worked on dance or musical theatre pieces. Experience working with music, dance and live/pre-recorded video in shows is required. The ability to speak Spanish may come in handy.
Engagement date: May - June 2026
Compensation: paid, amount determined based on pending grants
For project description, send us an email! thesky.limit.theatre@gmail.com
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Chameleon Theatre presents: Commencing by Jane Shepard – Spring 2026
Chameleon aims to uplift emerging artists, and prioritizes collaboration with Arab/BIPOC & queer/women/fem-presenting artists.
Multidisciplinary artists are strongly encouraged to apply to more than one position.Honorariums will be provided.
POSITIONS:Director
Dramaturg
Technical Director
Production Manager
Stage Manager
Publicist
Costume Designer
Lighting Designer
Props Designer
Set Designer
Sound Designer
Interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis.
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We are looking for our first Executive Director: a visionary leader who can build on this legacy, strengthen our position as a national cultural voice, and guide the organization into an ambitious new chapter.
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Montreal Clown is a small, dynamic entertainment company hiring a fun and professional coordinator to schedule bookings and handle client communications. This position is ideal for some looking for independent and flexible work to take on-the-go. The upbeat and awesome individual will respond to inquiries from clients looking for an awesome clown for their next event. We love what we do and are excited to grow our team!
Qualities:Highly personable
Prompt and efficient
Energized
Solution-oriented
Organized
Self-directed
Clear & engaging communication skills
Intuitive and empathic
Key Tasks:
Answer questions about entertainment services via phone & email
Take reservations and allocate bookings to artists
Maintain and update event calendar
Finalize and send invoices
Send client thank-yous
Reassure clients that we are cute, not scary
Language: Proficiency in English & French
Schedule: Flexible (approx. 8-15 hours / week; 30 minutes to 3 hours per weekday; 0-1 hour per weekend)
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $700 / month
Expected hours: 8 – 15 per weekIf you'd love to join our team, we'd love to hear from you. Please send us a message letting us know why you think you'd be a great fit via email at lulu@montrealclown.com.
who’s casting?
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Our story is growing and so is our cast.
If you’re a performer ready to bring heart, music, and movement to the stage, we want to meet you.
We're taking Harlem of the North The Musical to Toronto, New York City, and Orlando in 2026!Auditions on Sunday December 14th.
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Before the Fall is a gay romantic dramedy about rivalry and coincidence. The play will be hosted at the 2026 Montreal Fringe Festival in June.
Most roles are gender-specific, but we invite people to audition wherever they feel comfortable. We are not evaluating applicants based on experience! Please feel free to audition whether you're a seasoned vet, or it's your first role. We will be providing an honorarium to actors, but amounts are TBD as they will depend on ticket sales and grants.
Some roles (primarily Julian and Ellis) involve some intimacy (kissing, implied sex), but we of course will work within everyone's comfort level.
Break a leg! Apply here.
where to apply
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We are looking for some plays to platform in the new year, this would include a talkback and community reading as development for your play! Help your play meet new audiences!
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Calling all theatre directors! Directors Lab North is now accepting submissions from professional directors to participate in the 16th year of the Lab. We are looking for practicing directors with hands-on experience to join us for a week-long Lab of workshops, masterclasses, guest artist sessions and discussions around directing theatre today. The Lab is not a place for career advancement or resume building. We see it as a place to grow, meet other directors, think, and explore.
Lab Dates: June 15-21, 2026, everyday at University of Toronto, St. George Campus
where to train
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Don’t miss your opportunity to apply to our Exploring Practice: Building Your Grant Proposal with Jesse Stong!
Running from January 26-30, 2026, this workshop aims to empower participants to not only write strong, compelling proposals, but most importantly, learn how to enjoy the process of writing grant applications. Participants will build the foundation of their project grant in a shared Zoom room with collaborative feedback, as well as get one-on-one time with the facilitator for individualized support.
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February-March, 2026
The Segal Centre is proud to offer an 8-week intensive audition workshop as part of the Stage Forward Fund initiative, led by Montreal-based director, performer, and theatre maker Trevor Barrette.
Designed for emerging directors, this immersive workshop focuses on refining artistic process and building confidence in the rehearsal room. Through a blend of discussion, script analysis, and hands-on exploration, participants will learn how to approach a text with clarity, translate ideas into action, and move from page to stage with intention.
Key topics include understanding story structure, navigating the balance between a playwright’s vision and a director’s interpretation, crafting the world of the play, and planning effective rehearsals.
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Take this straight-forward grant writing workshop! We'll cover where to get started, practical dos and don'ts and healthy process practices. Let's discuss how your work fits into the greater picture and help you get a head start in applying for those grants! Designed as a part one to Amy’s intro to grant writing workshop series (budgets and timelines coming up on January 20, 2026), everyone is welcome. Cet atelier sera offert uniquement en anglais.
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Take this straight-forward workshop! We’ll get practical about looking at your projects from a financial point-of-view and timeline perspective. Practical DOs and Don’ts as well as time for Q&A. Designed as a part two to Amy’s intro to grant writing workshop (taking place on January 13, 2026), everyone is welcome. Cet atelier sera offert uniquement en anglais.
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As part of the Stage Forward Fund initiative, the Segal Centre, in collaboration with the National Theatre School of Canada, is proud to present a 6-week intensive audition workshop led by Jonathan Patterson, Head of Music at NTS and a seasoned multidisciplinary artist, director, music director, choreographer, and educator.
This workshop is designed to prepare actors for both straight play and musical theatre auditions. Over six weeks, participants will explore every stage of the audition process—from preparing a scene or song to presenting in front of a professional panel. Each 3-hour session combines practical training with tailored feedback, culminating in two specialized mock auditions.
Cost: $360 for the full 6-week program
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Foundation of Acting 1
IN PERSON 6 weeks – 15hrs.
Foundation is an introductory acting class where actors are introduced to basic techniques and skills. Emphasis is placed on developing an initial set of tools, including improvisational skills, inner monologue, body and sensory awareness. Students will work with short monologues which will encourage them to make choices, begin developing character, and to use their imaginations. The focus of the Foundation course is to begin building a basic set of skills that will be further explored.
SAVE 15% REGISTER BEFORE DEC. 15 2025
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With Casting Director/Acting Coach Josa Maule, Monstrosity Productions & Industry Guests
MSOPA is offering an intensive 1-day (8 hrs.) audition workshop for commercials, Film, and TV. This workshop is hands-on, and space is limited (10 students max). It’s designed to help actors understand the art of auditioning, self tapes, online and in the room auditions. Focus on what the casting director/director expects of you, learning your lines, making choices, gain confidence, overcome nerves, dos and don’ts, and more. Camera footage of the auditions will be reviewed in class for constructive criticism with a panel of industry guests.Register before Dec. 15 SAVE 10%.
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Starting September 6th, La Porte Rouge invites you to take your skills to the next level. Whether you’re looking to refine your technique, explore new creative approaches, or deepen your professional expertise, we offer a range of thoughtfully designed workshops to meet your goals. Each course aims to you leave inspired, confident, and ready to put your craft into action.
For any questions, please contact: ateliers.coop.porterouge@gmail.com
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Cast Forward is a premium newsletter, insider hub, and crash-course-meets-masterclass for actors who want more. Created by award-winning actress and career strategist Christine Solomon, this fast-growing platform delivers casting notices, career blueprints, and international tools—plus exclusive O-1 and EB1A visa insights. It’s where the business and craft of acting meet. Recently ranked #19 on Substack’s Rising Business chart. Free to join. Premium tier available for those ready to go further.
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Musical Improv Comedy Classes - Musical Improv Montreal
Weekly Feldenkrais Classes - Feldenkrais Montreal
Geordie Theatre Workshpos - NOW FOR ALL AGES
Free Online Course: Introduction to Equitable Theatre Criticism Online Course
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