What’s On Wednesday
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What’s On?
Opening & playing in the next two weeks
Learn more about the shows opening this week by visiting our digital community calendar!
Events
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Want to learn more about the Professional Association of Canadian Theatres (PACT)?
Join PACT on Tuesday, September 22 at 1:00pm ET on Zoom for All About PACT! This is an opportunity to meet staff from across the organization, learn more about the association and the services available to you and how PACT can support you in your professional journey. It will be followed by a Q & A.
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After a few years on hiatus due to needed renovations, Espace Freestanding Room is ready to make a comeback! But we need your support to make it happen. We're looking for members, old and new, to (re)join us for this Fall 2026!
We are aiming for a November 1st (re)opening!
Memberships are $120 per month for 20 hours of self-booked studio time, with additional hours at $10 per. If you're interested in becoming a member next year, you can join our wait-list and be contacted when a membership becomes available.
We have a limit of 20 members per month!
Espace Freestanding Room is a volunteer-run, non-profit organization dedicated to offering affordable studio space to Montréal's artistic community. The space has long been used for rehearsals, classes, auditions, workshops, full productions and countless other activities. Here is the place you can create without restraint in an affordable and centrally located studio!
Contact: info@freestandingroom.com
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Welcome to a space designed for recording the human voice, where every project comes to life in ideal conditions. Whether you're working on a podcast, narration, dubbing, or any other audio recording, our studio is ready for you to book today. Please ask about our special rates for non-profit organizations.
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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. -
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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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!
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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!
Who’s Hiring?
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Technical Team applications for our February 2027 production of The Gondoliers are now open!
We are hiring the following positions
-Set Designer
-Lighting Designer
-Costume Designer
-Assistant Costume Designer
-Hair and Makeup Designer
-Sound Designer
-Props Master
Interested in applying? Fill out the Google form linked by September 21st! For more information, check out our website: mcgillsavoy.ca/gondoliers
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Join the Lyric Theatre family!
The Lyric Theatre Singers are seeking a Musical Director to lead our dynamic Montreal-based vocal ensemble! Starting early January 2027, you will help shape our upcoming Broadway Revues and Holiday Concerts, collaborate with talented creatives, and inspire our 40+ passionate performers.
Are you the perfect fit?
Experienced in conducting vocal ensembles and small bands
Knowledgeable in the musical theatre canon
Bilingual (English/French)
Ready to lead with mentorship and exceptional musicianship
Part-Time / Contract position.
Click the link to see the full job description and the detailed instructions to apply.
Deadline for applications September 25, 2026!
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Reporting jointly to the Administrative Officer and the Philanthropy and Partnerships Coordinator, the Finance and Administration Assistant assists in the development of private and public funding and provides administrative support to the Festival.
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The Hudson Players Club is seeking director submissions for our upcoming Spring 2027 production of Wining & Dying, written by Katherine Albers.
Production Details
Venue: Hudson Village Theatre
Target Dates: Early April 2027 (exact dates TBD)
Script Overview: You can review the script details and synopsis on the Canadian Play Outlet.If you are interested in directing this production or have any questions, please submit your application to hudsonplayersclub1948@gmail.com
We look forward to receiving your submission!
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We are looking for a choreographer to join our team for McGill Savoy Society’s 2027 production of The Gondoliers! Rehearsals run from September until our opening in February. We are looking for someone who has a variety of dance experience, can choreograph in a classical and folk genre, can choreograph for a large ensemble and can work well in collaboration with our directors. This is a volunteer position.
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Permanent, full-time, hybrid | $50,000–$60,000/year | Reports to the Head of Box Office & Sales
The Segal Centre is looking for an Audience Relations Specialist to drive ticket revenue through direct sales and relationship building. You'll make outbound calls and send targeted follow-ups to past patrons, new leads, and lapsed attendees, converting marketing- and PR-generated interest into confirmed bookings. You'll grow group sales by building relationships with schools, community organizations, cultural groups, and religious institutions, and lead student group initiatives from outreach through contracts. You'll also manage a pipeline in our CRM, promote subscriptions and donations, report on conversion performance, and support day-to-day box office operations.
We want an energetic, persuasive communicator who's comfortable with CRM and ticketing systems (Spektrix or similar). 1–3 years in sales, customer service, or arts administration preferred. Bilingual English/French required. Evening and weekend availability needed.
Send your resume and cover letter to Jean-Marc LeBlanc (jleblanc@segalcentre.org)
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Permanent, full-time, on-site | $75,000–$95,000 | Reports to the Director of Finance & Administration
Every performance begins long before the curtain rises. The Segal Centre is seeking a hands-on, bilingual Facilities Manager to keep our venues performance-ready across a two-site, three-building portfolio.
You'll structure preventive and corrective maintenance for HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, elevators and roofing; lead capital and renovation projects from scope through delivery; manage budgets, contracts and vendors; strengthen safety and regulatory compliance; and supervise the Head of Maintenance and external cleaning providers — all while coordinating work around rehearsals, performances and rentals.
You bring 5–7+ years in facilities, building operations, property, construction or venue management, strong knowledge of building systems and capital projects, and the ability to read technical drawings. Theatre systems and IT infrastructure experience are assets. Bilingual French/English, valid Quebec Class 5 licence, and availability for occasional evenings and weekends.
Recruitment in partnership with Noorani + Partners. Apply in confidence with résumé and brief cover letter: amin@nooranipluspartners.ca
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Teesri Duniya Theatre is looking to expand our roster of technicians and crew members. We regularly send out crew calls for a variety of production roles and are always excited to connect with skilled, enthusiastic individuals interested in joining our team.
To be considered for future crew opportunities, please send us:
- Your resume
- A few sentences about yourself, your experience, and what draws you to theatre production.
We look forward to hearing from you!Contact Victoria: rangshala@teesriduniyatheatre.com Website: https://teesriduniyatheatre.com/
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Canada’s largest comedy festival would not be possible without a talented and driven team of professionals running things behind the scenes. With several positions across multiple departments and time commitments, there is certainly something for everyone who might be looking for a work opportunity this summer. Production, Operations, and Logistics are all seeking applicants who want to explore an exciting role in the entertainment industry. Check out the website for details and how to apply.
Please note that all positions require full English-French bilingualism.
Who’s Casting?
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Calling all singers and actors! The McGill Savoy Society is holding auditions for our 2027 production of Gilbert and Sullivan’s The Gondoliers! Non McGill students and people of all experience levels are welcome!
In person auditions will be held on September 22, 23, and 24, from 6:15 PM to 10:00 PM. Additional information can be found on our website: mcgillsavoy.ca/gondoliers
Please come prepared with a 1-2 minute excerpt of any English-language repertoire (musical theatre, art song, aria, etc.) as well as a backing track for your piece. If interested in a speaking role, audition slides will be printed and provided.
Self tape submissions of your singing will also be accepted until September 22nd and can be submitted to the form on our website.
Callbacks will be held on September 26th and 27th. We can’t wait to see you all there!
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Registration is now OPEN for Exposition Theatre's mainstage production: Urinetown, the musical, written by Mark Hollman and Greg Kotis, directed by Odessa Rontogiannis. Urinetown imagines a not-so-distant reality deprived of natural resources, filled with greed, love, revolution, symbolism and... stuff like that. Equal parts satire and political commentary, Urinetown is a loving parody of the musical theatre genre itself.
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Gay and Grey Montréal is a non-profit organization that brings together and supports English-speaking older adults and seniors (50+) in the 2SLGBTQI+ community in Montréal. We offer services and events, and the opportunity for our members and individuals in the broader 2SLGBTQI+ community to connect with each other. The choir is an excellent way to connect and use some of your musical talent.
Email: choir@ggmtl.com
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The production of Company will take place May 13–22, 2027 at Monument-National.
At Contact, our production of Company will explore what it means to truly be connected in a world where we are constantly surrounded by people, yet increasingly isolated from one another. What does it mean to know someone, to be known by them, and to have people in your life? Interested in joining the Company? Our audition process will take place in three steps, starting virtually and bringing selected performers into the room with us for callbacks.
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Creative Differences: two scripts, three genres, six plays.
Two teams stage a comedy, two a tragedy, two a musical. We want to see how many worlds can be born from the same words.
The scripts arrive without character descriptions and stage directions. Every team gets its own director and cast. They work through the script alone. The individual interpretations are revealed on opening night. Everyone - casts, crew, directors, and audiences - enjoy the thrill of “creative differences” together.
MTC builds the frame around all of it and takes care of the details.
Who it's forYou don't need to be a professional to apply. We want to hear from everyone - beginners, emerging artists, students, returning performers — people from every background.
All you need is an interest in theatre, a collaborative spirit, a commitment to show up, and availability for the schedule below.
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AURORA CHOREALIS is a dynamic, mixed adult performance choir that has a passion for singing music that touches and inspires – it is a community that cares, connects and contributes. AC's repertoire includes an eclectic mix of genres - including classical, pop, gospel, Broadway, world, etc. Interested in joining? Auditions for our 2026-2027 season will take place this September 2026 on the West Island of Montreal (Dollard-des-Ormeaux). While we welcome all voice types (Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Bass), we are especially eager to hear from Tenors and Basses this year! For more information and/or to book an audition, please email info@aurorachorealis.com, or call Anna at 514-796-0703.
Where to Apply?
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We all have road stories and we all have road stories and these stories are not always easy to tell..
Together, we will explore road stories centred on women and investigate other perspectives that have been left behind. We will consider how these stories can be told across different mediums, including theatre, film, and short fiction.
Submissions close October 1st.
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BOO! Cabaret is Out of Body's annual Halloween cabaret that aims to showcase the most evil, form pushing, and experimental art we can find.
This year's BOO! will take place back at Notre Dame des Quilles on October 31st, 2026 with cabaret acts from 8 pm to 11 pm, followed by longer music sets or a dance party.
This year we will prioritize applicants who are pitching something in alignment with the theme(s) of ALTER | EGO | DEATH, performers who are trying something new for the first time, and people who have not performed with us before. However, if you have an idea that doesn't fit perfectly, I'd still encourage you to apply :)
Out of Body pays all artists and staff involved an equal share of net profit made from ticket sales, tips, and funding acquired for the specific event.
Submissions close October 1st.
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Be in the first CANARTA Annual. The person. The work. The process. Your story as an artist, in a book that lasts.
CANARTA is a new national Canadian publication. The online platform at canarta.net features emerging artists across every field, all year long. Each November, the year’s deepest portrait are gathered into the printed annual. The first edition, CANARTA Annual 2027, ships 1 December 2027.
No submission fee. No purchase required.
Register at canarta.net
Where to Train?
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This fall, deepen your musical theatre craft with Acting for Musical Theatre, a six-week intensive workshop at the Segal Centre led by Jonathan Patterson, Head of Music at the National Theatre School and an award-winning actor, director and music director.
Working where text, music and character meet, you'll learn to build truthful, compelling performances that serve both the story and the score. With the class capped at 12 participants, you'll get plenty of hands-on time and direct feedback from Jonathan throughout the six weeks.
Sessions run Saturdays, October 3 to November 7, 2026, at the Sylvan Adams Theatre. Tuition is $360.
Presented as part of our Stage Forward Fund. The application deadline has been extended to September 18. Spots are limited, so apply soon to secure your place.
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Walk into your next audition with confidence. Musical Theatre Audition Techniques is a six-week intensive workshop at the Segal Centre led by Jonathan Patterson, Head of Music at the National Theatre School and an award-winning actor, director and music director.
You'll prepare a scene and a song with Jonathan's guidance, then put them to the test in mock auditions that recreate the pressure of the real thing. With just 12 participants, everyone gets time in the spotlight and direct feedback.
Sessions run Saturdays, October 3 to November 7, 2026, at the Sylvan Adams Theatre. Tuition is $360.
Presented as part of our Stage Forward Fund. The application deadline has been extended to September 18. Spots are limited, so apply soon to secure your place.
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Come and discover how to perform the text through the body and action, to make it more alive, more human, and more real. We will build a basic character to place the text into a concrete scene. You can work with texts in French, English, or Spanish. You can also work with your own texts, if you like to write.
Open showcase to the public during the last class!
Dates: Mondays from Oct 5th to Dec 14th
Time: 7pm to 9:30pm
Address: Centre Strathearn, 3680 rue Jeanne-Mance, Montréal (QC) H2X 2K5
Cost: 230$ (if you register until Sept 27th you receive 10% discount)
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Tuesdays from 5pm-8pm from September 8th - November 24th, 2026.
A 12-week contact improvisation research lab held by Andrea Muniz, Sophie Bijjani & Victoria Hill. Together, we’ll explore three 4-week research cycles, moving from shared ideas and working agreements into intensive physical research, play, and score-making. Each cycle ends with an invited Open Jam.
Weekly structure:
45 min drills & training · 1.5 hr collaborative research · 45 min score-making & shared dance
Each cycle builds on the previous one, but you’re welcome to join at any point.PUBLIC Open Jams ($5–$10) 6:30–8pm on the following dates:
September 29 · October 27 · November 24 (Last Day Celebration!)Languages: English & French (bilingual)
Pricing:
12 weeks: $264 · 4-class pass: $104 · Drop-in: $30
Pay What You Can options are available, please reach out if needed:)Register / Questions: victoriaemiliehill@gmail.com
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In Musical Improv Level 1, we'll start to learn the art of improvising musical comedy content within song structures which will make you look like a magician on stage. We will learn the basics of creating songs and applying them to improvised musical scenes. This is a fun form of improv comedy and a collaborative class where we build skills together as an ensemble, with ongoing direction and feedback to help you flourish. This course will provide you with the initial training and foundational skills needed to begin building a strong musical improv practice. It is the entry point of our program and serves as the prerequisite for the long-form, levelled track.
Sundays, 1-4pm, Sept-Oct 2026
Taught by Adina Katz with John Gilbert on the keys
At The Wiggle Room
Cost: $340 (+tx)
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The Segal Centre, with Aion Theatre, presents one-on-one sessions for emerging theatre artists with a Montreal director, stage manager, and META-nominated writer, composer and producer.
You don't need a finished project or a perfectly formed question. Come with something you want to work through:
Acting — audition, monologue or scene prep
Dramaturgy & new work — early feedback, structure, character
Directing & stage management — artistic, logistical and leadership questions
Professional development — career goals, networking, next steps
Grant writing — shape a project, articulate your goals, review a draft
In person at the Segal Centre or virtual
Mondays, Sept 21 – Oct 26, 2026 · 9:00 / 10:15 / 11:30 AM
Free, subsidized by our Stage Forward Fund
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Step into the world of musical theatre, or expand your performance skills with Debbie Friedmann and Michele Laliberte at National Theatre School's public worksops. They are offering Musical Theatre Introduction as well as a new intermediate class.
Links to learn more:
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Sat. Sept. 26- Nov. 21 @10-12 pm Cost: $400 (SAVE 10% BEFORE Sept 13, 2026) $360.00
In MSOPA’s Children Program, young actors build confidence, creativity, and friendships while exploring acting techniques for stage and film.
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Come dance, move, and learn with Victor Quijada!
The RUBBERBAND Method, created by VICTOR QUIJADA, fuses the raw energy of hip-hop with the purity of classical ballet. Taught worldwide, this unique choreographic vocabulary combines urban and contemporary dance to break down the barriers between styles. It guides performers as they navigate from vertical positions to the floor while working on rhythm, space, and partnership.
These workshops are designed for dancers or physical artists of all backgrounds who wish to diversify their physical expression.
MOVEMENT/DANCE EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
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We invite you to explore the fluid boundary between the red nose and the actor who believes he is safely hidden behind it, as well as the dynamics that this situation creates!
A workshop combining discipline, fun, and… fits of laughter!
• Participation in various games from which we’ll identify elements that enhance the actor’s stage presence.
• Guided improvisations
• A variety of activities to explore your inner clown!!30 HOURS with JACKIE GOSSELIN, former co-artistic director of DynamO Théâtre and specialist in clowning.
The workshop is conducted in French.
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Check out our fall workshop series for professional theatre artists! La Porte Rouge is a theatre artists' coop based in Villeray, offering rehearsal space, community events and specialized trainings to help theatre artists hone their skills and elevate their craft. This fall, our workshops include: Scene Study with Leni Parker, Meisner Workshop with Julia Lozano, The Actor's Presence with Peter Farbridge, Choral Singing with Clarisse Bell and more. We also offer REDUCED RATE TRIAL CLASSES, so you can try out the class before signing up for the full session.
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Artist Transition Program is a six-month, cohort-based program designed to help artists translate their creative skills into sustainable, high-earning businesses. Participants learn essential business fundamentals, including pricing, forecasting, business development, and access to for-profit grants and capital. The program is led by former artist and founder of Grant Solutions Canada, Chelsey Fawcett. The first cohort begins in June 2026.
Entrepreneurs who join the waitlist before March 1st will be able to attend the program for $400 off the regular price.
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NTS Public Classes offer everyone the opportunity to explore theatre as an art form and as a catalyst for personal and social transformation. Inspired by the excellence of the professional training programs, these classes teach the fundamentals of acting, playwriting, voice, and more — all within an inclusive environment accessible to every age and level of experience. Led by impressive local artists, the classes nurture creativity and culminate in an open class presented in front of an audience. This new series also marks the beginning of an exciting collaboration between NTS and Geordie Theatre, joining forces to help more people discover the magic of theatre — and have fun doing it!
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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
Accent and Dialect Coaching - Stephanie Merulla