This winter, Toronto audiences will witness a landmark moment for Canadian theatre as the all-Canadian cast of & Juliet takes over the Royal Alexandra Theatre from December 3, 2025 to March 22, 2026. This high-energy musical blends pop anthems, sharp wit, and homegrown talent in a bold reimagining of Shakespeare’s most famous heroine.

Producers David and Hannah Mirvish, having brought & Juliet to life in its North American pre-Broadway run in Toronto back in 2022, recognized the depth of homegrown talent available. The Canadian creative team and casting directors were “mightily impressed” by the local pool, ultimately assembling an all-Canadian cast.

This production carries a resonance that matters deeply in today’s cultural moment. At a time when global media often dominates stages, & Juliet stands as a beacon of what Canadian theatre can achieve, by telling stories with local flair, casting local artists, and celebrating homegrown excellence. The narrative itself, a pop-infused, feminist reimagining of Shakespeare’s Juliet, aligns perfectly with today’s conversations around personal agency, empowerment, and rewriting one’s expected path.

The show’s creative book comes from Toronto-born writer David West Read (of Schitt’s Creek), and its pop-anthem soundtrack, with #1 hits by Max Martin, resonates with multigenerational audiences through its familiar, high-energy fusion of storytelling and spectacle.

For Canadian musical theatre, this isn’t just another touring show. It’s a locally-rooted production that validates national talent pools, offering Canadian performers leading roles on one of Toronto’s most iconic stages. Mirvish Productions has a proud history of fostering such engagements and & Juliet continues that tradition with verve and intention.

& Juliet’s return to Toronto is a vibrant, Canadian-heartbeat-powered production that speaks to where we are now, artistically, culturally, and socially. It’s not just entertainment; it’s an affirmation that Canada’s theatrical infrastructure and artistic voices matter. Don’t miss your chance to see Juliet’s story told by Canadian talent, for Canadian audiences, on her own terms.

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