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Natasha Mumba and Kondwani Elliott Zulu in 'Copperbelt.' iPhoto caption: Natasha Mumba and Kondwani Elliott Zulu in 'Copperbelt.' Photos by Dahlia Katz.

REVIEW: Before heading to Soulpepper, Copperbelt strikes gold at the NAC

Natasha Mumba's debut play successfully navigates generations of personal and international histories and expectations, including an unflinching examination, through nice-guy Peter, of Canada’s own role in resource extraction in developing countries.

By Madeleine Vigneron / Jan 20, 2026
iPhoto caption: Photo by Lin Yu Huan.

REVIEW: The Storyville Mosquito buzzes brilliantly at NAC English Theatre

Although The Storyville Mosquito is about being happy with what you’ve got, I left the theatre itching to see it again.

By Haley Sarfeld / Dec 12, 2025
Production photo from Trident Moon. iPhoto caption: Photo by Dahlia Katz.

REVIEW: Against a bloody backdrop, Trident Moon pays homage to the power of resilience

Playing at Crow’s Theatre and set during the 1947 partition of India, the intense fictionalized drama offers a graceful depiction of several women’s high-stakes struggle to resist.

By Liam Donovan / Mar 10, 2025
iPhoto caption: Set design by Camellia Koo, Costume design by Judith Bowden, Lighting design by Leigh Ann Vardy, and photo by Dahlia Katz. Features Samantha Hill and Amaka Umeh.

A story with no expiry date: Adapting Fall On Your Knees

At this critical political juncture, as so many forces in the world try to mute and silence women, our Canadian stories merit our advocacy and fervent attention.

By Alisa Palmer / Mar 3, 2025