November 1, 2024 – March 2, 2025
Various Locations
The Toronto Operetta Theatre (TOT) is back with an enchanting 2024-2025 season, bringing audiences an array of light opera and musical gems that celebrate the genre’s rich heritage and diverse styles. Known for its dedication to classic and contemporary operettas, Toronto Operetta Theatre offers an immersive, culturally rich experience that spans everything from beloved European operettas to North American musical theatre. The season promises to deliver stellar performances from a talented lineup of local and international artists, appealing to operetta aficionados and newcomers alike.
With a mix of timeless works and thrilling new productions, this season is set to captivate audiences of all ages. From comedic tales with sparkling wit to poignant romances set to exquisite music, the upcoming program invites everyone to escape into the elegance and charm of operetta. Each performance, carefully curated by TOT, highlights the beauty of operatic storytelling with rich scores and imaginative staging, creating unforgettable experiences for Toronto’s arts community and visitors alike.
2024 – 2025 TOT Seasons
The Student Prince by Sigmund Romberg
November 1, 2 and 3, 2024
Jane Mallett Theatre, Toronto Centre for the Arts, 27 Front St E
The TOT Cabaret Series brings Europe’s timeless allure to Toronto with Vienna – The City of Dreams and The Magic of Venice. This enchanting series immerses audiences in the musical splendour of Vienna’s grand operettas and Venice’s romantic mystique, celebrating operatic masterpieces, vibrant melodies, and the spirit of these historic cities in an intimate, cabaret-style setting.
TOT Cabaret Series: Vienna – The City of Dreams, The Magic of Venice
November 23, 2024 and January 25, 2025
Edward Jackman Centre, 947 Queen Street East, Toronto
The TOT Cabaret Series brings Europe’s timeless allure to Toronto with Vienna – The City of Dreams and The Magic of Venice. This enchanting series immerses audiences in the musical splendour of Vienna’s grand operettas and Venice’s romantic mystique, celebrating operatic masterpieces, vibrant melodies, and the spirit of these historic cities in an intimate, cabaret-style setting.
Countess Maritza by Imre Kalman
December 29, 2024 and January 3 & 4, 2025
St. Lawrence Centre for the Arts, Front Street East
The Toronto Operetta Theatre brings the charm and elegance of Imre Kálmán’s Countess Maritza to the stage. This beloved operetta combines romance, humour, and vibrant Hungarian folk-inspired music to tell the story of a wealthy countess entangled in love and deception. Audiences will be swept away by the enchanting melodies and lively characters in this timeless European classic.
The Gondoliers by Gilbert & Sullivan
February 28 and March 1, 2, 2025
St. Lawrence Centre for the Arts, Front Street East
The Toronto Operetta Theatre presents The Gondoliers by Gilbert & Sullivan, a lively tale of mistaken identities, romance, and royal mix-ups set in sunny Venice. This comic operetta blends wit and whimsical melodies, capturing Gilbert & Sullivan’s classic humour and charm. Audiences will delight in the playful story, colourful characters, and spirited score in this vibrant production.
