Workshop West’s 2026/2027 Season
THE TIES THAT BIND
Every story begins with a relationship, and every relationship begins with a bond. This season, The Ties That Bind weaves us through the relationships that shape our lives. Laughter, loss, and chance encounters will take us from the gritty streets of New York, to soaring across the wartime European skies. These unforgettable stories remind us that our greatest triumphs, and deepest challenges are never faced alone.
All at Pay What You Will pricing!
Suggested ticket pricing is $40 per single ticket, and $150 per subscription.
THURSDAY - SATURDAY AT 7:30PM
SUN MATINEES AT 1:30PM
PREVIEW NOVEMBER 7, 2026
OPENING NOVEMBER 8, 2026
NOVEMBER 7 - 15, 2026
BOY PLAYER
by Frank Moher
“A spellbinding production that ticked every box.”
-Audience Review, Western Edge Theatre, BC
Moving, surprising, and unexpectedly funny, Boy Player is Frank Moher's true story as an orphaned child suddenly transplanted from Edmonton, to New York City.
Filled with musical theatre and moments of profound emotion, Boy Player will touch your heart — and lift it, too.
TUESDAY - SATURDAY AT 7:30PM
NO MATINEES
PREVIEW JANUARY 27, 2027
OPENING JANUARY 28, 2027
JANUARY 27 - FEBRUARY 6, 2027
World Premiere
LAST SUPPER
by Conni Massing
A snow storm. A cancelled flight. An unexpected dinner invitation and a disillusioned chef. What could possibly go right?
Angelique is a snobbish and formidable restaurant critic and Jake is a mere wedding caterer with dreams of creating haute cuisine. When the next door neighbour shows up with a surprise ingredient the plot, like a good sauce, starts to thicken…
APRIL 20TH - 24TH, 2027
SPRINGBOARDS
NEW PLAY FESTIVAL
Exciting sneak peeks at the hot up-and-coming Canadian theatre of tomorrow.
Workshop West’s yearly signature new play festival is back, inviting audiences to get up close and personal with the creative process.
Springboards is a celebration of new Canadian plays, and playwrights, featuring staged readings with just enough light and sound to ignite the imagination!
WEDNESDAY - SATURDAY AT 7:30PM
SUNDAY MATINEES AT 1:30PM
PREVIEW MAY 19, 2027
OPENING MAY 20, 2027
MAY 19 - MAY 30, 2027
BILLY BISHOP
GOES TO
WAR
by John MacLachlan Gray and Eric Peterson
“A brilliant examination... One of the great works in the Canadian theatre canon.” - Toronto Star
The iconic Canadian musical following an underachieving Bishop to his transformation into the British Empire's top pilot.
The cost of war, and the creation of a national hero are accompanied by a jaunty and wistful score of original songs.
Pay-What-You-Will is back…
For a second year in a row, every ticket and subscription to every show at WWPT will be available at Pay-What-You-Will pricing. Last year was a great leap forward in making Canadian theatre radically accessible, and we’re making the same commitment to our community again this year. Come experience this not-to-be-missed season at the price of your choosing - we provide the plays, you pick the price!
Suggested Pricing is $40 per single ticket and $150 per subscription.
There is no power greater than community.
The staff and board of Workshop West Playwrights' Theatre celebrate the spirit of Ta-tawâw, that there is room here, for all peoples and their stories. We understand that not only do we live and work on Treaty Six lands – the traditional territories of First Nations and Métis peoples – but that we are also in a sacred relationship with the land and the people of this area known as Amiskwacîwâskahikan (ᐊᒥᐢᑿᒌᐚᐢᑲᐦᐃᑲᐣ), colonially known as Edmonton. We aim to live in accordance with the original intent of the Treaties, building trust and protection in our circle of relations.