Theatre at UBC

Theatre at UBC

Theatre at UBC is recognised as one of Canada's foremost academic Theatre programs. We offer a comprehensive range of degrees in the study of Theatre and the opportunity to learn in an interdisciplinary environment combining Film, Creative Writing, Music, Digital Media and other university disciplines. Our approach encourages students to bring leading edge theory and research together with practice in the staging of innovative new works, national premieres and classics from the world stage. Our faculty of accomplished artists and scholars in residence ably support students' imaginative, technical, and intellectual development equally as they prepare to embark on a life in theatre and related arts.

We present both student and professional productions.

Website: http://www.theatre.ubc.ca/index.shtml

Current Events

Past Events

  • 1,000 Cranes

    A play about two twelve-year-olds, one in Hiroshima Japan & one in Canada. Performed by Bunkaza Theatre Company (Toyko) in Japanese with English surtitles Feb 10 - 11, 2012 Frederic Wood Theatre

  • The Idiot

    In a world obsessed with power, and sexual conquest, is a sanatorium the only place for a saint? More: http://pushfestival.ca Jan 20 - 29, 2012 Frederic Wood Theatre

  • A Little Creation

    Combining oral tradition with theatre this stunning family show blends Aboriginal Canadian Creation stories to reflect on traditions from the point of today's concrete Indian. Free Nov 24 - 26, 2011 Frederic Wood Theatre

  • Two Merchants

    Shakespeare’s The Merchant of Venice intersects with the Arab-Israeli conflict when an unpaid debt, a daughter’s defection and ancient antagonisms lead to a trial without mercy... Nov 11 - 19, 2011 Telus Studio Theatre

  • Thunderstorm

    Fatalism, retribution, and incest by one of China’s most revered dramatists. This staged reading and exhibition on Cao Yu’s life are part of a world-wide celebration of his birth. Nov 4 - 5, 2011 Frederic Wood Theatre

  • The Trial of Judith K.

    A modern business woman finds herself accused of an unknown crime. The harder she delves into the bureaucratic nightmare the more obscure the reasons for her charges becomes. Sep 30 - Oct 8, 2011 Frederic Wood Theatre

  • Brave New Play Rites

    Our 25th annual collaboration of UBC creative writing & theatre students to stage a risk-taking and wildly inventive festival of original one-act plays. Mar 30 - Apr 2, 2011 Dorothy Somerset Studio Theatre

  • Wild Honey

    Michael Frayn's re-visioning of Anton Chekhov's play takes melodrama & farce, then shakes them into an intoxicating cocktail. Mar 17 - 26, 2011 Frederic Wood Theatre

  • Dead Man's Cell Phone

    A ringing cell phone in a café and a stranger at the next table who has had enough. So begins this wildly imaginative new play from Sarah Ruhl. Jan 20 - 29, 2011 Telus Studio Theatre

  • 46 Circus Acts In 45 Minutes

    Circa’s one-matinée performance of a special show for all ages – fast, furious fun for everyone. Low family prices in effect. “ ...what they do thrills and delights.” - The Herald Jan 23 - 23, 2011 Frederic Wood Theatre

  • Circa

    An extraordinary performance - breathtaking, beautiful and sexy. Impossible to forget, this Australian company is hailed worldwide as one of the most dynamic forces in new circus. Jan 19 - 22, 2011 Frederic Wood Theatre

  • Jade in the Coal

    Paul Yee, score Jin Zhang, director Heidi Specht: World Premiere. In 1900, hardships of Chinese miners in BC are relieved by a Cantonese opera troupe. Canadian artists & opera performers from China/Singapore. Nov 24 - Dec 4, 2010 Frederic Wood Theatre

  • The Madonna Painter

    Michel Marc Bouchard, translated by Linda Gaboriau, director Craig Holzschuh: Vancouver Premiere. History & magic realism are beautifully combined in this exquisite parable about the rural Quebec in 1918. Nov 10 - 20, 2010 Telus Studio Theatre

  • The Madwoman of Chaillot

    Jean Giraudoux, translation Maurice Valency, director Stephen Heatley. A deliciously whimsical comedy about an eccentric circle of friends who defy corporate plans to transform Paris into a barren oilfield. Sep 29 - Oct 9, 2010 Frederic Wood Theatre

  • Rum and Vodka

    Conor McPherson, director Brian Cochrane. Can the ultimate bender help someone figure out what's truly important in life? At turns darkly funny & profound, this is a hard luck story on the rocks, with a twist. Oct 7 - 9, 2010 Dorothy Somerset Studio Theatre

  • Odori~The World of Kabuki Dance

    TomoeArts invites audiences to explore a Japanese classical art form rarely seen on the Vancouver stage. In Odori: The World of Kabuki Dance Apr 9 - 11, 2010 Frederic Wood Theatre

  • Arms and the Man

    Mar 17 - 27, 2010 Frederic Wood Theatre

  • CHINA

    Photography and reflections about culture & belonging against a haunting live score for the erhu and pipa create an unforgettable theatrical experience. Feb 2 - 6, 2010 Frederic Wood Theatre

  • Romeo and Juliet

    by William Shakespeare, Directed by Catriona Leger Jan 20 - 30, 2010 Telus Studio Theatre