The Gladstone Theatre’s Offers Unbeatable Entertainment and Great Value

 With the impending arrival of autumn and indoor entertainment becoming more appealing, the Gladstone is gearing up for its 2024-2025 season, showcasing new works from dedicated local artists. Theatre Manager Robin Guy says that Ottawa is home to a thriving independent theatre community with “Brave, scrappy people . . . 

Say Hello to Leonard Cohen with No Way to Say Goodbye

 Even though I feel very unCanadian, I have to admit that before No Way to Say Goodbye, Songs of Leonard Cohen, a production currently at the Gladstone until November 4, the only Cohen songs I knew were the usual "Hallelujah" and "Suzanne" and maybe one other. I went in to

Comedy on the Fringe Besties Rhythm and Burgundy

 Ottawa Life’s Festival City Series is back! We'll provide a unique look at some of your favourite events. We’ll go beyond the music with artist interviews, volunteer profiles, concert reviews and spotlights on the tastes, sights and sounds of the festival season.  Your city! Your festivals! Like a good sunscreen, Ottawa Life

Feed Me Gladstone! 

 There’s a strange thing happening at the theatre and it’s all because of one leafy green patron that was found, you know, stuck in among the zinnias. It may offer you fortune and fame, love and money and instant acclaim. But whatever it offers you DON’T feed the plant. That’s

Don’t be Afraid of Virginia Woolf

 Photo by Andrew Alexander. Get your theatre fix this week in Edward Albee’s Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?  It is currently playing at the Gladstone Theatre and in short, is a fantastic production. The play is classic and entertaining, but bear in mind going in that the plot is dark

The Fantastic Phoenix Players

 Now in their 14th season, the Phoenix Players have been thrilling audiences with their entertaining and thought-provoking productions since 2001. The Players are a community theatre group on a mission to produce quality and an accessible theatre experiences for all. The group offers the opportunity for anyone to join the

Theatre-Inception at the Gladstone – Anton in Show Business

 Photo courtesy of Three Sisters Theatre Company. From now through March 5th, theatre-inception is happening nightly at the Gladstone Theatre. (Theatre-inception? What’s that – a play within a play?) Anton in Show Business – a satirical comedy billed as “Seven women. Thirteen characters. Two scripts. Mayhem.” – is an insightful

The Fantastic Phoenix Players

 Founded in 2001 and now in their 14th season, the Phoenix Players are an unstoppable force in Ottawa’s theater community. The Players are a community theater group on a mission to produce a quality and accessible theatre experience for their members and audiences. The group offers opportunities for anyone to

Phoenix Players: Rexy!

 Take a step back in time with Rexy! Phoenix Players is back at the Gladstone Theatre with a production of the beloved political satire, Rexy! Phoenix Players, a staple in the capital community since 2001, brings affordable, high quality live theatre to the communities in and around Ottawa. Dedicated to

Curtain Call

 Enriching lives through the magic of theatre, Phoenix Players is a registered charity dedicated to bringing high-quality, affordable entertainment to Ottawa communities. It has been a long journey to success for Phoenix Players. In 2001, the initial founders were motivated by their passion for theatre and wanted to improve the