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linktr.ee/mixedcompanytheatre Mixed Company Theatre produces innovative, socially relevant drama as a tool for positive change.

Founded as an artist-run collective in 1983, this nationally recognized not-for-profit today uses Forum Theatre and interactive arts to educate, engage and empower audiences in schools, communities and workplace. Over the years, our anti-bullying program has empowered 300,000+ students across Ontario and is recognized as one of the most well-known and effective programs in the province. Among othe

r successes, we have provided interactive job skills workshops to 600+ youth through our Skills to Succeed program. Through the support of our sponsors, Mixed Company Theatre has brought innovative and engaging educational programming to students and other community members in Toronto and across Ontario. As the needs of the community grow and change, we continue to alter and expand our offerings to address new challenging social issues by bringing value to the community.

06/10/2026

One of the most meaningful parts of our Fall production, "Harvest Justice: Twice the Speed of Lightning", was collaborating with artists who share our belief in theatre as a catalyst for social change.

Today, performer Manuel Chaves reflects on his experience working with Mixed Company Theatre and bringing this powerful story to life.

We're excited to continue the journey of "Harvest Justice" next season by taking the production into schools, where it can spark important conversations about migrant workers' rights, civic responsibility, and the realities of Canada's Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program.

If you believe in the power of theatre to educate, inspire, and create meaningful dialogue, we invite you to support our Spring Campaign. Your donation will help us bring "Harvest Justice" to more students and communities, while supporting other impactful projects planned for the coming season.

Donate to the campaign here: https://mixedcompanytheatre.com/donate-now/

06/04/2026

We're excited to share that in our upcoming season, we plan to tour our newly developed Forum Theatre production, "Worn with Pride", to communities across Toronto!

"Worn with Pride" was developed through theatre workshops and conversations with 2SLGBTQIA+ older adults and tells a universal story drawn from the shared experiences, histories, and perspectives that emerged out of this collaborative process. Through storytelling, participation, and dialogue, the production creates space for intergenerational conversation while celebrating the voices, histories, and experiences of older 2SLGBTQIA+ community members.

A few weeks ago, we hosted a script feedback reading and received valuable insights from community members, artists, and advocates. Their contributions will help shape the next draft of this powerful production as we continue preparing to bring it to community spaces throughout Toronto.

Support for projects like this helps us continue creating accessible, socially engaged arts programming that brings people together through dialogue, connection, and shared experience.

To support the continued development of "Worn with Pride" and our other projects in development for next season, donate to our Spring Campaign here: https://mixedcompanytheatre.com/donate-now/

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05/28/2026

Fundraiser Progress Update!

Thanks to the incredible support of our community, we’ve now raised $3,000 toward our $10,000 goal for our upcoming season!

Every contribution helps us continue creating accessible, community-based programming that catalyzes grassroots strategies for positive change.

This upcoming season includes:
- The “Harvest Justice” school tour
- “Worn with Pride” public performances
- A new virtual research project with Métis communities and health care providers in Manitoba
- Forum Theatre Youth Leadership Lab workshops in North York
- Customizable workshops and presentations on social justice, equity, and mental health

We’re deeply grateful to everyone who has donated, shared, and supported this work so far. Your support helps bring important conversations into schools and communities where they can create real impact.

We still have $7,000 to go, and every contribution helps.

Thank you for believing in the power of theatre to build stronger communities.

Donate to the campaign here: https://mixedcompanytheatre.com/donate-now/

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05/26/2026

Today, we're spotlighting one of the projects planned for our upcoming season: "Harvest Justice: Twice the Speed of Lightning", an interactive Forum Theatre production exploring the realities faced by migrant agricultural workers in Canada.

Through storytelling, audience participation, and dialogue, the production invites students and communities to engage with conversations around labour, migration, workplace safety, and systemic inequality. Developed through a community-engaged process and drawing from real migrant worker experiences, "Harvest Justice" creates space for reflection, empathy, and critical discussion about how to support workers in Canada's Seasonal Agricultural Workers program.

As part of our 2026–27 programming, we’re working to bring this production to students and educational communities across Ontario. Forum Theatre is designed not only to be watched, but experienced collaboratively, encouraging audiences to step into the conversation, explore different perspectives, and imagine possibilities for change together.

Support for projects like "Harvest Justice" helps us continue creating accessible, socially engaged theatre that connects communities through dialogue, participation, and storytelling.

To support impactful programming like this for our upcoming season, donate to our Spring campaign: https://mixedcompanytheatre.com/donate-now/

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05/14/2026

We’re incredibly grateful for the audiences who have joined us this season and shared their reflections on our work!

Your support allows us to continue creating work that amplifies marginalized voices and catalyzes positive change in our communities.

We invite you to help us deepen our impact and bring more of these experiences to the stage in our upcoming season by donating to our recently launched Spring campaign.

Thank you for being part of our mission to engage, educate, and empower equity-deserving communities through theatre.

Donate to the campaign here: https://mixedcompanytheatre.com/donate-now/

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The first image has an audience member’s testimonial in the middle from the production of “Harvest Justice: Twice the Speed of Lightning” stating, “I highly recommend this show, the interactive nature is key to feeling like you have a ‘role’ to play in creating better working conditions for the people who labour and suffer abuse to ensure we have food on our tables.”.

The second image has an audience member’s testimonial in the middle from the production of “I Carry with Me” stating “‘I Carry with Me’ is an exceptional play, highlighting the abuse and discrimination that happens that most white people do not experience. This play should be required for everyone in customer facing rules, especially law-enforcement and healthcare.”]

05/11/2026

We’re on a mission to raise $10,000 by the end of June! These funds will support the development of impactful, community-focused programming for our 2026-27 season.

This exciting new season includes our major projects:

- Bringing our successful Forum Theatre presentation “Harvest Justice: Twice the Speed of Lightning” about migrant worker rights to schools in Toronto and Hamilton.

- Performing our newly created “Worn with Pride” presentation for communities in Toronto to support 2SLGBTQIA+ seniors.

- Facilitating a new virtual Forum Theatre project with the Métis community and health care providers in Manitoba exploring chronic pain and changing protocols on opioid prescription and use.

- A series of Forum Theatre workshops with youth in North York fostering youth mentorship and leadership on pressing challenges facing the community.

Alongside these major projects, we will continue to offer customizable FT workshops and presentations for schools, workplaces, and communities looking to engage their groups in engaging social justice theatre programming.

Learn more and donate to the campaign here: https://mixedcompanytheatre.com/donate-now/

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04/23/2026

Mixed Company Theatre is hiring! We are currently accepting applications for two positions funded through the Canada Summer Jobs program.

The Business Development Officer is responsible supporting the General Manager and Artistic Director in the expansion and development of MCT’s partnerships with community service organizations and corporate clients.

The Digital Marketing Coordinator will assist in the development of a marketing plan, social media calendar, and digital marketing materials and packages for our upcoming projects.

Both roles are 30 hours per week for 9 weeks compensated at $18.50 per hour. These roles are funded by the Canada Summer Jobs program and applicants must be between 18-30 years old, and are a permanent resident or Canadian citizen with a valid SIN.

To apply, send your resume and cover letter to General Manager, Stevie Baker, at [email protected] with the title of the job you are applying for in the subject line of the email.

For more details see: https://mixedcompanytheatre.com/work-with-us/

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03/27/2026

Happy World Theatre Day! We are incredibly grateful to be delivering new and impactful Forum Theatre programming this season that engages with important social justice challenges today.

After a successful public script reading, we rehearsed and presented "Harvest Justice: Twice the Speed of Lightning" for audiences in Guelph and Toronto in the Fall. This new play by Catherine Frid brings to light the injustices faced by migrant workers in Canada's Seasonal Agricultural Workers program.

We recently completed a series of in-person performances of "I Carry with Me" a presentation written by Heather von Atzigen that was originally developed virtually in 2023. This presentation looks at the differences and commonalities in what we carry as human beings from different racial and cultural backgrounds.

Looking ahead, we are excited to soon bring to audiences new presentations that have been in development over the last few months including our "Aging with Pride" script.

We want to thank our incredible community members, artists, supporters, and partners who have enabled us to deliver these innovative programs this season.

We are excited to build on these successes and continue creating theatre that educates, engages, and empowers equity-deserving communities.

To support this work, you can donate to MCT through the link in our bio!

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03/18/2026

A few weeks ago we finished our community tour of "I Carry with Me" and we are so appreciative of everyone who made it possible!

To our amazing community partners, thank you for hosting the show and helping to bring these stories to your communities.

We're deeply grateful to our audience members for your presence, reflection, and the perspectives you shared. We learned so much from everyone's contributions that we will carry forward into our future work.

Thank you to all the artists, stage crew, volunteers, and staff whose dedication and artistry made this work deeply impactful.

We’re incredibly thankful to our funders and those who donated to this project. Your belief in this work and support has been instrumental to the success of the tour.

Together, we created spaces for honest, moving, and challenging conversations about racism. We hope this show will continue to spark reflection and action in support of inclusive communities moving forward.

📸 Photo Credits: Photo by Arts Etobicoke. Actors included Susan A. Lock, Hiyam Mahrat, Roger McKeen, Alicia Plummer, and Pavla Uppal. Set Design by Angela Thomas. Written, directed, and facilitated by Heather von Atzigen. Stage Managed by Lauren Allen.

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02/27/2026

There are only 4 days until our first public performance of “I Carry with Me”! If you haven’t already, make sure you register in advance to reserve your spot at this impactful Forum Theatre presentation that catalyzes positive change while examining the intersections of race and privilege.

This show is performing in various locations in Toronto on March 3, 4, 5, and 7.

Links to register can be found here: https://mixedcompanytheatre.com/i-carry-with-me/

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Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

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+14168059272

Website

http://www.mixedcompanytheatre.com/

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