Toronto Theatre Shows 2024: The Must-See Shows at Mirvish Theatres

From the beloved Wicked to the electrifying Back To The Future and heartwarming Come From Away, this year’s Mirvish Theatres lineup is simply mesmerizing

Brace yourself for an incredible lineup of plays and musicals coming to Mirvish Theatres in 2024.A diverse range of productions will dazzle audiences with their captivating stories and unforgettable performances. From the beloved classic Wicked to the electrifying Back To The Future and the heartwarming Come From Away, Toronto has never been this lucky!

Prepare to be transported to the world of rock ‘n’ roll with Tina Turner or to the afterlife with Beetlejuice. Experience the hilarious antics of Mean Girls, the feel-good vibes of Mamma Mia, and the epic journey of Life of Pi. Join Shrek and his friends for a fairytale adventure or witness the empowering stories of the Six Wives of Henry VIII. Explore the underworld in Hadestown, laugh along with Dog Man: The Musical, and immerse yourself in the revolutionary tale of Les Misérables. With such a diverse and exciting lineup, Mirvish Theatres promises an unforgettable season of entertainment for all.

LES MISÉRABLES

March 26 – June 1, 2024

Princess of Wales Theatre

300 King Street West, Toronto, ON, M5V 1J2

Les Misérables Show Schedule

Tuesday – Saturday: 7:30PM Wednesday, Saturday & Sunday: 1:30PM

Additional performance: Thursday, May 30: 1:30PM

Cameron Mackintosh presents the acclaimed production of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg’s Tony Award-winning musical phenomenon, Les Misérables.

This brilliant staging has taken the world by storm and has been hailed as “Les Mis for the 21st Century” (Huffington Post), “a reborn dream of a production” (Daily Telegraph), and “one of the greatest musicals ever created” (Chicago Tribune).

Set against the backdrop of 19th-century France, Les Misérables tells an enthralling story of broken dreams and unrequited love, passion, sacrifice, and redemption – a timeless testament to the survival of the human spirit. This epic and uplifting story has become one of the most celebrated musicals in theatrical history.

The magnificent score of Les Misérables includes the songs “I Dreamed a Dream,” “On My Own,” “Bring Him Home,” “One Day More,” “Master of the House,” and many more. Seen by over 130 million people worldwide in 53 countries and 22 languages, Les Misérables is undisputedly one of the world’s most popular musicals.

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SIX

Must end May 26, 2024

Royal Alexandra Theatre

260 King St W, Toronto

SIX Show Schedule

Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday: 7:30PM
Friday & Saturday: 8PM
Wednesday: 1:30PM
Saturday & Sunday: 2PM

From Tudor Queens to Pop Icons, the Six Wives of Henry VIII takes the microphone to remix 500 years of historical heartbreak into a euphoric celebration of 21st century girl power! This new original musical is the global sensation that everyone is losing their head over!

Awards and Accolades

• Won 23 awards in the 2021/2022 Broadway season, including:

• Tony Award for Best Original Score (Music and Lyrics)
• Outer Critics Circle Award for Best Musical

• Critic’s Pick: The New York Times – “SIX TOTALLY RULES!”
• The Washington Post – “Exactly the kind of energizing, inspirational illumination this town aches for!”

Jesus Christ Superstar

May 3 – May 12, 2024

CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre

244 Victoria St, Toronto

PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE

Tuesday – Saturday: 8PM
Wednesday: 1:30PM
Saturday & Sunday: 2PM

Celebrating its 50th Anniversary, a captivating new production of the iconic musical phenomenon returns to the stage. Originally presented by London’s Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre and directed by the acclaimed Timothy Sheader (known for Crazy for You and Into the Woods) with choreography by Drew McOnie (of King Kong and Strictly Ballroom), this production received the 2017 Olivier Award for Best Musical Revival, earning unparalleled praise and acclaim. Bridging the gap between theater enthusiasts and concert music lovers, this rendition pays homage to the historic 1971 Billboard Album of the Year while presenting a contemporary, theatrical world that is refreshingly unique and inspiring.

With lyrics and music by the Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony-winning duo Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber, Jesus Christ Superstar unfolds against the backdrop of the remarkable events of the final weeks in the life of Jesus Christ, told through the perspective of Judas. Rooted in the rock music that defined a generation, the legendary score features songs like ‘I Don’t Know How to Love Him’, ‘Gethsemane’, and ‘Superstar’.

Dog Man: The Musical

May 9 – June 2, 2024

CAA Theatre

651 Yonge St, Toronto

PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE

Wednesday: 10:30AM*
Thursday: 10:30AM* & 7PM
Friday: 7PM
Saturday: 11AM, 3PM, 7PM
Sunday: 1PM & 5M

Dog Man: The Musical is a delightful production based on the bestselling series by Dav Pilkey, the genius behind Captain Underpants and Cat Kid Comic Club.

Best friends George and Harold have been creating comics for years. Now, in 5th grade, they decide it’s time to take it up a notch and write a musical about their favorite character, Dog Man: the crime-fighting sensation who’s part dog, part man, and ALL HERO! How hard could it be?

With the head of a dog and the body of a policeman, Dog Man is on a mission to fight crime and chew on furniture. But as he tries to be a good boy, can he save the city from Flippy the cyborg fish and his army of Beasty Buildings? Will he catch Petey, the world’s most evil cat, who has cloned himself to seek revenge on the heroic hound? And can George and Harold finish their show before lunchtime? Written by Kevin Del Aguila and Brad Alexander, who collaborated on the Emmy-winning series Peg + Cat on PBS, TheaterWorksUSA’s Click, Clack, Moo, and Clifford The Big Red Dog on PBS and Amazon. Directed and choreographed by Jen Wineman.

Hadestown

May 15 – May 26, 2024

CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre

244 Victoria St, Toronto

PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE

Tuesday – Saturday: 8PM
Wednesday: 1:30PM
Saturday & Sunday: 2PM

Welcome to Hadestown, where a single song can alter your destiny. Winner of eight 2019 Tony Awards including Best Musical and the 2020 Grammy Award for Best Musical Theatre Album, this acclaimed new production by celebrated singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell and innovative director Rachel Chavkin (known for Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812) is a timeless love story for today and beyond.

Hadestown weaves together two mythic tales — that of young dreamers Orpheus and Eurydice, and that of King Hades and his wife Persephone — inviting you on a soul-stirring journey to the depths of the underworld and back. Mitchell’s enchanting melodies and Chavkin’s poetic vision juxtapose industry with nature, doubt with faith, and fear with love. With a vibrant ensemble of actors, dancers, and singers, Hadestown delivers a haunting yet hopeful theatrical experience that grips you from start to finish.

To Kill A Mockingbird

May 28 – June 2, 2024

CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre

244 Victoria St, Toronto

PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE

Tuesday May 28, 2024: 7:30PM
Wednesday May 29, 2024: 1:30PM*
Wednesday May 29, 2024: 7:30PM*
Thursday May 30, 2024: 7:30PM
Friday May 31, 2024: 7:30PM
Saturday June 1, 2024: 2PM
Saturday June 1, 2024: 7:30PM
Sunday June 2, 2024: 2PM
Sunday June 2, 2024: 7PM

Please rise for Academy Award winner Aaron Sorkin’s adaptation of Harper Lee’s Pulitzer Prize-winning masterpiece. To Kill a Mockingbird is hailed as “the most successful American play in Broadway history” (60 Minutes). Rolling Stone awards it 5 stars, describing it as “an emotionally shattering landmark production of an American classic,” while New York Magazine praises it as “a real phenomenon. Majestic and incandescent, it’s filled with breath and nuance and soul.” Directed by Tony Award winner Bartlett Sher, To Kill a Mockingbird – “the greatest novel of all time” (Chicago Tribune) – has swiftly risen to become “one of the greatest plays in history” (NPR).

Wicked

June 5 – July 21, 2024

Princess of Wales Theatre

300 King Street West, Toronto

PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE

Tuesday – Saturday: 7:30PM
Wednesday, Saturday & Sunday: 1:30PM

Added performances: Thursday June 6: 1:30PM & Sunday June 9: 7:30PM

Experience WICKED, the Broadway sensation that offers a fresh perspective on the Land of Oz. Before Dorothy’s arrival, there’s another young woman with emerald, green skin—intelligent, passionate, misunderstood, and incredibly talented. When she encounters a bubbly blonde who’s adored by all, their initial rivalry blossoms into an unlikely friendship... until society labels one as “good” and the other as “wicked.” From the captivating opening note to the exhilarating finale, WICKED—the untold tale of the Witches of Oz—captivates audiences with its imaginative narrative. “If every musical possessed the intellect, heart, and bravery of WICKED, Broadway truly would be enchanting” (Time Magazine).

Tina – Tina Turner The Musical

June 18 – July 28, 2024

CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre

244 Victoria St, Toronto

PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE

Tuesday – Saturday: 8PM
Wednesday: 1:30PM
Saturday & Sunday: 2PM

In a tale of triumphant return, TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL unveils the inspiring odyssey of a woman who shattered barriers to become the Queen of Rock n’ Roll. With the heart-pounding rhythm of her iconic hits as its backdrop, this electrifying masterpiece will lift you to the heavens.

Tina Turner, one of the world’s most revered artists, boasts 12 Grammy Awards and a concert attendance record unrivaled by any solo performer in music history.

Featuring her cherished melodies, TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL is penned by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Katori Hall and helmed by the internationally acclaimed Phyllida Lloyd.

Mean Girls

July 30 – August 25, 2024

Royal Alexandra Theatre

260 King St W, Toronto

PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE

Tuesday – Saturday: 8PM
Wednesday: 1:30PM
Saturday & Sunday: 2PM

Mean Girls is the uproarious musical sensation crafted by an award-winning team of creatives, including Tina Fey (30 Rock) as book writer, Jeff Richmond (Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt) as composer, Nell Benjamin (Legally Blonde) as lyricist, Casey Nicholaw (The Book of Mormon) as director, and proud Torontonian Lorne Michaels (Saturday Night Live) as producer.

Though Cady Heron grew up on the African savanna, nothing could prepare her for the cutthroat ways of her new suburban Illinois home. Before long, this innocent newcomer falls victim to a trio of lionized frenemies, led by the charming but ruthless Regina George. But when Cady hatches a plan to topple Regina’s reign, she learns the hard truth: you can’t cross a Queen Bee without facing the sting.

New York Magazine raves, “Mean Girls dazzles with boundless energy, a wicked sense of humor, and gleeful insider jokes.” USA Today urges, “Here’s a little secret from your good friends: GET YOUR TICKETS NOW!”

Shrek: The Musical

August 6 – August 18, 2024

THEATRE

Princess of Wales Theatre

300 King Street West, Toronto

PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE

Tuesday – Saturday: 7:30PM
Wednesday: 1:30PM
Saturday & Sunday: 2PM

“Once upon a time, there lived a little ogre named Shrek…” Thus begins the enchanting tale of an unlikely hero embarking on a transformative journey alongside a witty Donkey and a spirited princess who defies convention. Your beloved ogre returns in this uproarious stage spectacle, adapted from the Oscar winning DreamWorks animated film.

Kimberly Akimbo Tony Award-winning duo Jeanine Tesori (music) and David Lindsay-Abaire (book) reunite to offer a more intimate and captivating experience. With fresh direction and choreography by Danny Mefford (Choreographer, Dear Evan Hansen), this reimagined production returns the show to its essence, instilling a new sense of affection that celebrates the importance of self-love and compassion towards others.

Rumours of Fleetwood Mac

August 20 – August 25, 2024

Princess of Wales Theatre

300 King Street West, Toronto

PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE

Tuesday – Saturday: 8PM
Wednesday: 1:30PM
Saturday & Sunday: 2PM

Channeling the spirit of Fleetwood Mac at their very best, Rumours of Fleetwood Mac offers a unique opportunity for fans, both old and new, to rediscover the songs and performances that have ensured Fleetwood Mac’s place as one of the most loved groups of all time. Personally endorsed by Fleetwood Mac founding member, Mick Fleetwood, Rumours of Fleetwood Mac is the ultimate tribute to one of rock and roll’s most remarkable groups.

Come From Away

Begins September 22, 2024

THEATRE

Royal Alexandra Theatre

260 King St W, Toronto

PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE

Tuesday – Thursday: 7:30PM
Friday & Saturday 8PM
Wednesday: 1:30PM
Saturday & Sunday: 2PM

Thursday October 31 – added matinee 1:30PM, no evening performance

RUNNING TIME

100 minutes (no intermission)

The global sensationCome From Away returns to the historic Royal Alexandra Theatre — where it all began with the pre-Broadway engagement and the record-breaking Canadian production that played for nearly three sold-out years (before the pandemic pre-emptively cut its run short).

This New York Times Critic’s Pick takes you into the heart of the remarkable true story of 7,000 stranded passengers and the small town in Newfoundland that welcomed them. Cultures clashed and nerves ran high, but uneasiness turned into trust, music soared into the night, and gratitude grew into enduring friendships.

Don’t miss this breathtaking musical written by Tony-nominated Canadians Irene Sankoff and David Hein, and featuring Tony-winning direction by Christopher Ashley. Newsweek cheers, “It takes you to a place you never want to leave!”

On 9/11, the world stopped.

On 9/12, their stories moved us all.

Life Of Pi

September – October 2024

CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre

244 Victoria St, Toronto

Adapted from Yann Martel’s bestselling novel, LIFE OF PI brings an extraordinary theatrical experience to Toronto, making it the only Canadian city to host this captivating show.

Winner of five Olivier Awards, including Best New Play, and three Tony Awards, this theatrical phenomenon, hailed as ★★★★★ by the Telegraph, is set to embark on its grandest adventure yet.

Prepare to be amazed by jaw-dropping visuals and world-class puppetry, creating a breathtaking spectacle described as “a wonder to behold” by the Daily Mail and “breath-taking” by The Times.

After a harrowing storm in the Pacific Ocean, Pi finds himself stranded on a lifeboat with four unlikely companions: a hyena, a zebra, an orangutan, and a Royal Bengal tiger.

Based on the global bestseller, LIFE OF PI, winner of the Man Booker Prize, has sold over fifteen million copies worldwide. Don’t miss this hugely popular story of endurance and hope in its strictly limited engagement!

“It will make you believe in theatre. A triumph.” – Sunday Times

MAMMA MIA!

October – November 2024

CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre

244 Victoria St, Toronto

RUNNING TIME

2 hours 30 minutes (includes intermission)

Located on a Greek island paradise where the sun never sets, MAMMA MIA! tells a story of love, friendship, and self-discovery through the timeless tunes of ABBA. As her wedding approaches, a daughter’s desire to find her father brings three men from her mother’s past back to the island after decades.

For almost 25 years, audiences worldwide have been enchanted by the characters, the narrative, and the music that make MAMMA MIA! the ultimate feel-good production.

The Lion King

BEGINS NOVEMBER 2, 2024

Princess of Wales Theatre
300 King Street West, Toronto


LION KING SHOW SCHEDULE

Tuesday: 7PM

Wednesday: 1PM & 7PM

Thursday: 7PM

Friday: 7:30PM

Saturday: 2PM & 7:30PM

Join over 100 million people worldwide in experiencing the phenomenon of Disney’s THE LION KING as it returns to Toronto’s beloved Princess of Wales Theatre. Winner of six Tony Awards, including Best Musical, this iconic production boasts one of Broadway’s most imaginative creative teams. Directed by Tony Award winner Julie Taymor, THE LION KING weaves a tale of hope and adventure against a backdrop of breathtaking visuals. With music by Tony Award winners Elton John and Tim Rice, THE LION KING features some of Broadway’s most unforgettable songs. There truly is nothing else like THE LION KING.

Beetlejuice

May – July 2025

CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre

244 Victoria St, Toronto


He made his mark on Broadway, and now the ghost-with-the-most is headed to Toronto. Get ready—it’s showtime! Based on Tim Burton’s beloved film, this uproarious musical follows Lydia Deetz, a peculiar teenager whose life takes a wild turn when she encounters a recently deceased couple and a demon with a penchant for stripes. With a cheeky script, an awe-inspiring set, and a score that’s simply out of this world, BEETLEJUICE is “SCREAMINGLY GOOD FUN!” (Variety). Yet, beneath its riotous surface (six feet under, to be exact), it’s a remarkably heartfelt show about family, love, and seizing the Day-O!

BACK TO THE FUTURE

July – August 2025

CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre

244 Victoria St, Toronto


Prepare for an electrifying journey, because BACK TO THE FUTURE, the beloved cinematic classic, is hitting Broadway as a thrilling musical—and its next stop is Toronto in 2025!

Winner of the 2022 Olivier Award for Best New Musical, along with four WhatsOnStage Awards and the Broadway World Award for Best New Musical, BACK TO THE FUTURE: THE MUSICAL is brought to the stage by the original film’s creators Bob Gale (Back to the Future trilogy) and Robert Zemeckis (Forrest Gump). Directed by Tony Award® winner John Rando, with original music by multi-Grammy winners Alan Silvestri (Avengers: Endgame) and Glen Ballard (Michael Jackson’s “Man in the Mirror”), plus hit songs from the movie like “The Power of Love,” “Johnny B. Goode,” “Earth Angel,” and “Back in Time.”

When Marty McFly is accidentally transported back to 1955 in a time machine built by the eccentric scientist Doc Brown, he changes the course of history. Now, in a race against time, he must fix the present, escape the past, and send himself… back to the future. When BACK TO THE FUTURE hits 88mph, it’ll make musical theatre history!

Summing up the Mirvish Theatre lineup

As the curtain rises on these spectacular productions at Mirvish Theatres, audiences are in for a season of unforgettable moments and thrilling performances. Whether you’re a fan of Broadway classics, new musical sensations, or captivating dramas, there’s a reason for audiences to be excited.

From the magical world of Wicked to the nostalgic journey of Back to The Future, the heartwarming story of Come from Away, and the empowering tunes of Tina Turner: The Musical, each show promises to transport audiences to new heights of entertainment.

So come, immerse yourself in the magic of live theatre, and experience the wonder and joy of these incredible productions at Mirvish Theatres.

by Myles Shane

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