PRODUCTIONS
Touchstone Theatre Unveils 50th Anniversary 2025/2026 Season
Today, Touchstone Theatre revealed its 2025/26 season – a dynamic slate of four works by Canadian/Turtle Island creators, headlined by the acclaimed revival of Frances Končan’s Women of the Fur Trade, a hilarious historical satire that upends colonial, male-centric histories by spotlighting the women who lived through the era of Louis Riel. The season continues with Gertrude & Alice by Evalyn Parry and Anna Chatterton with Karin Randoja, the 2018 Governor General award-nominated portrait of literary icons and life partners Gertrude Stein and Alice B. Toklas. 2021 by Cole Lewis, Patrick Blenkarn, and Sam Ferguson follows with an immersive blend of theatre, video games, and AI, placing the audience at the heart of a deeply human story about memory and loss. Closing the season is Danceboy by Munish Sharma, a dance-filled solo performance that dives into questions on masculinity, culture, and love.
(Various Vancouver venues, 2025/2026 Season)
Tomboy (Chłopczyca)
Queer vampires and Slavic folklore converge in Tomboy (Chłopczyca), a kinetic dance-theatre performance exploring gender, memory, and cultural belonging. This new work by Anais Mateusz West is a trans coming-of-age story with a dark, supernatural twist. After learning their teen best friend was attacked by a boy from their Polish immigrant community, a non-binary historian revisits their shared adolescence, questioning whether his actions were his own or shaped by a monstrous, mythic inheritance.
(Vancity Culture Lab, 1895 Venables St., Vancouver, BC V5L 2H6, Mar. 4–8)
Carousel Theatre presents WHERE THE WILD THINGS ARE
Carousel Theatre for Young People presents the Presentation House Theatre production of WHERE THE WILD THINGS ARE, based on Maurice Sendak’s beloved storybook. The wild rumpus returns in this highly interactive, guided play experience where audiences help Max transform his bedroom and journey to the land of the Wild Things. A celebrated children’s theatre classic with over 1,000 performances across North America, this production invites young audiences to “let their wild things out.” Recommended for ages 3 to 7 and their favourite grown-ups.
(Performance Works on Granville Island, 1218 Cartwright Street, Vancouver, Mar. 10—22)
People, Places & Things
A struggling actress’s life spins out of control, landing her in rehab, in this irreverent and darkly funny play. Emma was having the time of her life—now she’s in rehab. Her first step is to admit that she has a problem. But the problem isn’t with Emma; it’s with everything else. When intoxication feels like the only way to survive the modern world, how can she ever sober up?
(Historic Theatre, 1895 Venables St., Vancouver, BC V5L 2H6, Mar. 10–22)
Agatha Christie’s The Stranger
Western Gold Theatre presents an On Our Feet (OOF) staged reading of The Stranger. Written by Agatha Christie, this intimate psychological thriller features well-placed red herrings and focuses on the suspense of trust and the chilling, slow realization of danger. Things are not always what they seem. This fully staged reading includes sets, costumes, and movement, with two matinees and two evening performances.
(PAL Studio Theatre, 8th Floor, 581 Cardero Street, Vancouver BC, Mar. 13—15)
The North American Premiere of HARM by Phoebe Eclair-Powell
Audiences are invited into an unsettling world with Harm by acclaimed British playwright Phoebe Eclair-Powell. This suspenseful comedy stars Kelli Ogmundson (TV’s Animal Control, Family Law, Cavendish) and is directed by Jennifer Copping. Harm follows an unhappy estate agent whose life takes a startling turn after she sells a home to Alice, a charismatic social media influencer — a thrilling, twisted tale about the corrosive effects of social media and isolation.
(Studio 16, 1555 West 7th Avenue, Mar. 20—29)
The Royal Canadian Theatre Company presents The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane
How long does it take to learn to love? This heartwarming and poetic all-ages show follows the journey of Edward Tulane, a vain porcelain rabbit who discovers the true meaning of love through loss, hardship, and transformation. Adapted by Dwayne Hartford from the beloved book by Kate DiCamillo, this visually rich and emotionally resonant play invites audiences of all ages to reflect on connection, resilience, and the vulnerability that makes love possible. Performances take place at Surrey Civic Theatres (13750 88 Ave, Surrey, BC), Evergreen Cultural Centre (1205 Pinetree Wy, Coquitlam, BC), and Anvil Theatre (777 Columbia St, New Westminster, BC), running March 13–15, 20–22, and 27–29. Presented by The Royal Canadian Theatre Company. For tickets and information: rctheatreco.com
(Surrey Civic Theatres, Evergreen Cultural Centre & Anvil Theatre, Mar. 13–15, 20–22 & 27–29)
The Horse of Jenin
Built from the debris of a major invasion, the Horse of Jenin sculpture became a constant presence in Alaa’s life growing up in Occupied Palestine, standing for 20 years in the city centre as a symbol of freedom, hope, and resistance. Now, Alaa is left wondering: what happened to the horse? Combining storytelling, mask, and stand-up comedy, The Horse of Jeninexplores the everyday life of a boy growing up in Jenin who, like every child in the world, just wants to play and have fun.
(Historic Theatre, 1895 Venables St., Mar. 25–29)
On Native Land
On Native Land is a new musical intertwining the lives of three seemingly disparate characters—a lawyer, Chief, and rising singer-songwriter—whose paths converge in a powerful tale of identity, land, and love. Corey Payette’s contemporary score has a driving force rooted in the drum, grounding the music in Indigenous tradition while soaring melodies echo groundbreaking Broadway scores like Company and Dear Evan Hansen. His compositions create a soundscape that is both timeless and boldly innovative.
(York Theatre, 639 Commercial Dr., Apr. 8—19)
Fat Joke
A fusion of stand-up comedy, storytelling, and unapologetic fact-blasting, Fat Joke thrusts fatphobia into the spotlight. Cheyenne Rouleau surgically dissects this seldom-discussed subject with razor-sharp wit, leaving the audience confronting their assumptions. Brace yourself for a social commentary that challenges conventions, sparks crucial conversations, and keeps you laughing throughout.
(Presentation House Theatre, 333 Chesterfield Avenue, North Vancouver, BC, Apr. 16—18)
The Old Woman Who Lived in a Shoe
Step into a magical world that blends fairy tales, music, and shoes in a playful, interactive adventure! Join the Old Woman as she travels around in her oversized boot, discovering hidden stories within each pair of shoes she encounters. This theatrical experience invites children to become part of the story, exploring their imagination and seeing how even the smallest soles can leave a big impression.
(Presentation House Theatre, 333 Chesterfield Avenue, North Vancouver, BC, Apr. 24—May 3)
