The Ultimate Guide to Performance Art and Theatre in Canada

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Whether you’re a performer, creator, director, or passionate fan—Canada Dances helps you discover Canada’s vibrant performance art and theatre scene from coast to coast.

From intimate black box productions to large-scale experimental showcases, we spotlight the people and places bringing stories to life on stage. Whether you're looking to attend, collaborate, or promote your own work, this is where Canada's creative community connects.

So what makes Canada Dances different?

It’s made for artists, by artists – We know the hustle behind every show and every spotlight.

Easy-peasy navigation – Find events, companies, and collaborators all in one place.

 ✨ Real Canadian vibes – We feature performance art and theatre happenings across the country—from urban stages to indie scenes.

What Can You Find?

  • 🎟️ Theatre Productions – Plays, musicals, student performances, and indie works.

  • 🎨 Performance Art Shows – Solo pieces, immersive installations, experimental and site-specific work.

  • 🧑‍🎤 Creators & Collaborators – Writers, directors, producers, and multidisciplinary artists available for hire or partnership.

Whether you're creating or attending, Canada Dances helps you find what’s happening and who’s making it happen.

How to Get Started with Performance Art & Theatre in Canada

Ready to dive in? Head over to our Dance Directory to explore a growing list of Canadian performance art shows, theatre events, and creative professionals. You can easily search by province, art form, date, or venue—whatever fits your creative needs or calendar.

Hosting or part of a project we should feature? Send it our way! We’re always updating our listings with recommendations from the arts community.

👉 Search performance art and theatre opportunities on Canada Dances – and connect with the people and projects lighting up Canadian stages.

Let’s make this the season you create boldly, collaborate widely, and take the stage in new and meaningful ways.

Join Canada Dances to stay in the loop—you’ll be the first to know when new opportunities are added, and you’ll never miss a chance to be part of something special.

The Ultimate Guide to Performance Art & Theatre in Canada

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