Download Announcing the 2016 - 2017 Mirvish Theatre Season

Announcing the 2016 - 2017 Mirvish Theatre Season
7 Main Season Shows:
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The Broadway blockbuster BEAUTIFUL - THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL
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From London’s West End THE BODYGUARD
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The Pre-Broadway engagement of COME FROM AWAY
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North American premiere of Baz Luhrmann’s STRICTLY BALLROOM THE
MUSICAL
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North American premiere of new West End musical hit MRS HENDERSON
PRESENTS
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The Olivier and Tony Award®-winning drama THE AUDIENCE, starring Fiona
Reid
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The 7 Fingers’ new theatrical marvel CUISINE & CONFESSIONS
3 Off-Mirvish Season Shows:
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From Belgium, the immersive drama FIGHT NIGHT
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The Olivier Award-winning comedy MY NIGHT WITH REG
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Nicolas Billon’s acclaimed thriller BUTCHER
6 Bonus Shows – SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
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Back by popular demand THE BOOK OF MORMON
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Canadian premiere of Broadway hit THE ILLUSIONISTS – LIVE FROM
BROADWAY
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The Roundabout Theatre Company’s award-winning CABARET
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New production of THE SOUND OF MUSIC from director Jack O’Brien
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COLM WILKINSON In Concert
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The return of the infectious beats of STOMP
David Mirvish is delighted to announce the 16 shows in the 2016 – 2017 Mirvish Theatre
Season. There will be seven shows in the Mainstage Subscription Series, three in the Off-Mirvish
Subscription Series, and six bonus shows not on subscription.
The Main Subscription Season features seven sensational shows, including five musicals: the
Broadway blockbuster, BEAUTIFUL —The Carole King Musical; two musicals direct from London’s
West End — MRS HENDERSON PRESENTS and THE BODYGUARD; the dazzling new Australian
production of STRICTLY BALLROOM THE MUSICAL; and a new hit musical on its way to
Broadway, COME FROM AWAY. We round out the main season with a visit to the private rooms of
Buckingham Palace in the Olivier and Tony Award®-winning drama THE AUDIENCE, and the most
unusual acrobatic kitchen you can imagine in CUISINE & CONFESSIONS.
Our popular Off-Mirvish Subscription Season will feature three adventurous new shows: the highoctane, interactive election experience of FIGHT NIGHT; the Olivier Award-winning comedy, MY
NIGHT WITH REG; and BUTCHER, a nail-biting new play that is full of so many twists and turns, it
will surely have you on the edge of your seat!
THE 7 SHOW SUBSCRIPTION is priced from $169 to $719,
($159 - $679 for renewing subscribers).
THE 7 FINGERS’ CUISINE & CONFESSIONS
Directed by Shana Carroll and Sébastien Soldevila
November 1 – December 4, 2016 – Princess of Wales Theatre
COME FOR THE CIRCUS, STAY FOR THE BANANA BREAD!
Storytelling through food… this is the sweet taste of childhood, of a summer breeze through a
screen door. Or the hot chocolate-dampened lips of a first kiss.
Life happens in the kitchen. Late night confessionals over tea and a jar of Nutella. Elaborately
choreographed family meals. Lessons learned, secrets exchanged, bonds forged, reinforced by our
most visceral of senses. Accompanying the usual eye-popping flight of acrobatic choreography and
pulsating music are the other three senses — the touch of hands in batter, the smell of cookies
baking, the taste of roasted oregano — leading us through a span of times and countries, all the
while the iconic kitchen our common meeting point.
From the creators of this past season’s smash hit Traces, comes CUISINE & CONFESSIONS, a
culinary and acrobatic treat that will satisfy the senses!
COME FROM AWAY – A NEW MUSICAL
PRE-BROADWAY
Book, Music & Lyrics by Irene Sankoff and David Hein
Directed by Christopher Ashley
November 15 - January 8, 2017 – Royal Alexandra Theatre
COME FROM AWAY is the breathtaking new musical that played record-breaking engagements in
La Jolla and Seattle — and now it’s coming to Toronto prior to its Broadway run. Written by
Canadians Irene Sankoff and David Hein (My Mother’s Lesbian Jewish Wiccan Wedding), this is
the stunning production from Tony®-nominated director Christopher Ashley (Memphis) that the Los
Angeles Times calls “an affecting and stirring new musical.”
On September 11th, 2001, 38 planes with 6,579 passengers were stranded in Gander, a remote
town in Newfoundland. The locals opened their hearts and homes, and hosted this international
community of strangers for a week — spurring unexpected camaraderie in extraordinary
circumstances.
When the world stopped, their stories moved us all.
THE AUDIENCE
By Peter Morgan
Starring Fiona Reid as Queen Elizabeth II
Directed by Christopher Newton
January 17 – February 26, 2017 – Royal Alexandra Theatre
For over 60 years, Queen Elizabeth II has met with each Prime Minister in a private weekly meeting.
This meeting is known as The Audience. No one knows what they discuss, not even their spouses.
Canada’s very own television, screen and stage star, Fiona Reid will take the throne in this riveting
new play by Peter Morgan, the writer of the Academy Award®-nominated film, The Queen.
THE AUDIENCE takes theatregoers behind the walls of Buckingham Palace and into the private
chambers of Queen Elizabeth II as she meets with each of her Prime Ministers through her 60 year
reign, from when she was a young mother to now as a Great Grandmother. From the old warrior
Winston Churchill, to the Iron Lady Margaret Thatcher, through the charm offensive of Tony Blair
right up to today’s meetings with the current incumbent David Cameron, the Queen advises her
Prime Ministers on all matters both public and personal. Through these private audiences, we see
glimpses of the woman behind the crown and witness the moments that shaped a monarch. Don’t
miss being a part of THE AUDIENCE.
A co-production with the Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre.
THE BODYGUARD
Screenplay by Lawrence Kasdan
Book by Alexander Dinelaris
Directed by Thea Sharrock
February 11 – May 14, 2017 – Ed Mirvish Theatre
The smash hit musical direct from London’s West End. Former Secret Service agent Frank Farmer
is hired to protect superstar Rachel Marron from an unknown stalker. Each expects to be in charge
— what they don’t expect is to fall in love…
Based on the 1992 Warner Bros. film written by acclaimed, Oscar®-nominated
screenwriter Lawrence Kasdan and adapted by Academy Award®-winner Alexander Dinelaris,
this exciting, thrilling, uplifting and moving production of THE BODYGUARD is headed to Toronto.
A “BRILLIANT” (The Times), breathtakingly romantic thriller featuring a whole host of Whitney
Houston’s greatest hits including Queen of the Night, One Moment in Time, I Wanna Dance with
Somebody and, of course, the legendary I Will Always Love You.
MRS HENDERSON PRESENTS
Book and Direction by Terry Johnson
Lyrics by Don Black
Music by George Fenton and Simon Chamberlain
March 12 – April 23, 2017 - Royal Alexandra Theatre
NORTH AMERICAN PREMIERE
Direct from London’s West End comes the new hit musical MRS HENDERSON PRESENTS.
It’s London, 1937, and recently widowed eccentric, Laura Henderson, is looking for a way of
spending her time and money when her attention falls on a run down former cinema in Great
Windmill Street. Hiring feisty impresario Vivian Van Damm to look after the newly renovated Windmill
Theatre, the improbable duo present a bill of non-stop variety acts. But as war looms something
more is required to boost morale and box office... When Mrs Henderson comes up with the idea of
The Windmill Girls — glamorous young women posing as nude statues — audiences flock.
And as the Blitz hits London, The Windmill provides a refuge for all, boasting the spirit-raising slogan
“We Never Close”. Contains elegant nudity.
STRICTLY BALLROOM THE MUSICAL
Presented by Global Creatures
Created by Baz Luhrmann
Directed and Choreographed by Drew McOnie
April 25 – July 9, 2017 – Princess of Wales Theatre
NORTH AMERICAN PREMIERE
Get ready to fall in love with STRICTLY BALLROOM THE MUSICAL, the dazzling new show based
on the much-loved hit Australian film. This joyous musical has audiences dancing in the aisles in a
kaleidoscope of colour and fun — and now it's Toronto’s turn!
This brand new stage production is brought to life by an international team including the original
creative duo behind the classic 1992 film, Baz Luhrmann and Academy Award®-winning
designer Catherine Martin. STRICTLY BALLROOM THE MUSICAL is the inspiring story of a
championship ballroom dancer who defies all the rules to follow his heart. It features classic songs
from the film including Love is in the Air, Perhaps Perhaps Perhaps and Time After Time, as well as
wonderful new songs from internationally-acclaimed artists such as Sia.
Get ready to Cha Cha Cha and experience this feel-good story that inspired the world to dance.
BEAUTIFUL – The Carole King Musical
Book by Douglas McGrath
Words and Music by Gerry Goffin & Carole King,
and Barry Mann & Cynthia Weil
Choreographed by Josh Prince
Directed by Marc Bruni
July 5 – August 20, 2017 – Ed Mirvish Theatre
BEAUTIFUL — The Carole King Musical tells the inspiring true story of King’s remarkable rise to
stardom, from being part of a hit songwriting team with her husband Gerry Goffin, to her relationship
with fellow writers and best friends Cynthia Weil and Barry Mann, to becoming one of the most
successful solo acts in popular music history.
Along the way, she made more than beautiful music, she wrote the soundtrack to a generation.
Featuring a stunning array of beloved songs written by Gerry Goffin/Carole King and Barry
Mann/Cynthia Weil, including I Feel The Earth Move, One Fine Day, (You Make Me Feel Like) A
Natural Woman, You’ve Got A Friend and the title song, BEAUTIFUL has a book by Tony Award®nominee and Academy Award®-nominated writer Douglas McGrath, direction by Marc Bruni,
choreography by Josh Prince, and took home two 2014 Tony® Awards and a 2015 Grammy®.
OFF-MIRVISH SEASON
THE 3-SHOW OFF-MIRVISH SUBSCRIPTION is priced at only $115 (rear orchestra) or
$165 (front orchestra).
FIGHT NIGHT
Directed by Alexander Devriendt
Ontroerend Goed and The Border Project in co-production with Richard Jordan Productions,
Theatre Royal Plymouth, Kunstencentrum Vooruit in association with Adelaide Festival
November 4 – 20, 2016 – Panasonic Theatre
FIVE PERFORMERS. FIVE ROUNDS. YOUR VOTE. ONE SURVIVOR.
As one of the most controversial elections in the world is underway in the United States this
November, we bring you an acclaimed show that examines the notion of how we choose our political
candidates and how we ultimately decide on who to support.
FIGHT NIGHT takes the form of an actual election. We in the audience are the electorate. We are
each given a mobile electronic device with which we can cast our votes. Five candidates offer us
their background and platforms. We then have to decide who to vote for.
But then, we are given more information, some of it quite surprising. All of a sudden how we view
each candidate changes.
How much of our choice is based on preconceived notions on each candidate’s looks, clothing style,
race, gender, age and speaking style? How much of it is based on the content of each candidate’s
speech?
FIGHT NIGHT is playful, immersive theatre. It is a timely, exciting exploration of democratic
processes. Every performance is different because the vote is yours and can never be predicted. But
can it be? After all, do we really have “free choice” in any election?
MY NIGHT WITH REG
A Studio180 Theatre Production
By Kevin Elyot
Directed by Joel Greenberg
February 10 – 26, 2017 – Panasonic Theatre
CANADIAN PREMIERE
Kevin Elyot’s Olivier Award-winning comedy, MY NIGHT WITH REG, has been hailed by critics and
audiences alike, confirming its status as a classic of modern British theatre.
At Guy’s London flat, old friends and new gather to party through the night. This is the summer of
1985, and for Guy and his circle the world is about to change forever. Deliciously funny and
bittersweet, MY NIGHT WITH REG perfectly captures the fragility of friendship, happiness and life
itself.
Contains mature content, strong language and nudity.
BUTCHER
A Why Not Theatre Production
By Nicolas Billon
Directed by Weyni Mengesha
March 25 – April 9, 2017 – Panasonic Theatre
Who is the Butcher?
A mysterious old man is dropped off at a police station, wearing a foreign military uniform, and a
Santa hat, with a meat hook dangling around his neck. As a lawyer, a police officer, and a translator
struggle to unravel the truth, they uncover a past that won’t stay buried, and a decades old quest for
justice that must be served. Haunted by events a world away, no one is who they seem to be.
Written by the Governor General Award-winning playwright Nicolas Billon, Why Not Theatre’s
production of BUTCHER made its Toronto premiere this past season to audience and critical
acclaim.
BONUS SHOWS – SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
Not included in the 2016/2017 Subscription Packages
THE ILLUSIONISTS – LIVE FROM BROADWAY
Directed and Choreographed by Neil Dorward
DECEMBER 6 – 31, 2016 - Princess of Wales Theatre
Direct from Broadway, the world’s best-selling magic show is coming to Toronto.
This mind blowing spectacular showcases the jaw dropping talents of seven of the most incredible
Illusionists on earth. THE ILLUSIONISTS — LIVE FROM BROADWAY has shattered box office
records across the globe and dazzles audiences of all ages with a powerful mix of the most
outrageous and astonishing acts ever to be seen on stage. This non-stop show is packed with
thrilling and sophisticated magic of unprecedented proportions.
COLM WILKINSON – BROADWAY AND BEYOND
In Concert • One Night Only
Monday /December 19, 2016 - Ed Mirvish Theatre
Theatre lovers need no introduction to the man who originated such classic roles as Jean Valjean
in Les Misérables and the Phantom in The Phantom of the Opera. Along with his seven-piece band,
Colm leads the audience with music and stories, performing incomparable theatre favorites including
"Music of the Night" and his signature song "Bring Him Home."
STOMP
January 31 – February 5, 2017 - Ed Mirvish Theatre
STOMP is explosive, inventive, provocative, witty, and utterly unique—an unforgettable experience
for audiences of all ages. The international percussion sensation has garnered armfuls of awards
and rave reviews and has appeared on numerous national television shows. The eight-member
troupe uses everything but conventional percussion instruments – matchboxes, wooden poles,
brooms, garbage cans, Zippo lighters, hubcaps – to fill the stage with magnificent rhythms. Year
after year, audiences worldwide keep coming back for more of this pulse-pounding electrifying show.
As the Boston Globe says, “If you haven’t seen STOMP, GO! If you have seen it, take someone and
share the pleasure!” STOMP. See what all the noise is about.
Roundabout Theatre Company’s CABARET
Book by Joe Masteroff
Music by John Kander
Lyrics by Fred Ebb
February 14 – 19, 2017 - Princess of Wales Theatre
As part of their 50th Anniversary Season, the critically-acclaimed and award-winning Roundabout
Theatre Company is proud to present Sam Mendes (Skyfall, American Beauty) and Rob Marshall’s
(Into the Woods and Chicago, the films) Tony Award®-winning production of CABARET.
Come hear some of the most memorable songs in theatre history, including
“Cabaret”, “Willkommen” and “Maybe This Time.” Leave your troubles outside—life is beautiful
at CABARET, John Kander, Fred Ebb and Joe Masteroff’s Tony®-winning musical about
following your heart while the world loses its way.
THE BOOK OF MORMON
Book, Music & Lyrics by Trey Parker, Robert Lopez and Matt Stone
Co-directed by Trey Parker and Casey Nicholaw
Choreographed by Casey Nicholaw
February 28 – April 16, 2017 - Princess of Wales Theatre
Hailed by The New York Times as “the best musical of this century” and the winner of nine Tony
Awards®, THE BOOK OF MORMON is the blockbuster Broadway smash from South Park
creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone, and the Oscar®-winning composer of
Disney’s Frozen and Avenue Q, Bobby Lopez.
This outrageous musical comedy follows the misadventures of a mismatched pair of missionaries,
sent halfway across the world to spread the Good Word. Now with standing room only productions in
London, on Broadway, and across North America, THE BOOK OF MORMON has truly become an
international sensation. Contains explicit language.
THE SOUND OF MUSIC
Music by Richard Rodgers
Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II
Book by Howard Lindsay & Russel Crouse
Suggested by "The Trapp Family Singers" by Maria Augusta Trapp
Directed by Jack O’Brien
Choreography by Danny Mefford
Scenic Design - Douglas Schmidt
Costume Design - Jane Greenwood
Lighting /Design - Natasha Katz
Sound Design - Ken Travis
June 6 – 11, 2017 - Ed Mirvish Theatre
The Hills Are Alive! A brand new production of THE SOUND OF MUSIC, directed by three-time Tony
Award® winner Jack O’Brien, is coming to Toronto. The spirited, romantic and beloved musical
story of Maria and the von Trapp Family will once again thrill audiences with its Tony®, Grammy®
and Academy Award® winning Best Score, including “My Favorite Things,” “Do-Re-Mi,” “Climb Ev’ry
Mountain,” “Edelweiss” and the title song.
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