Welcome to Equity in Theatre

Come hear this powerhouse cast read FOR THE LOVE OF GRACIE. A new full length play written by Crystal Verge, directed by Marie Clements. "Gracie" was a finalist in both Nightwood Theatre's National Playwriting Competition and Touchstone/PTC/Firehall Theatre's Flying Start Program. This is a free event.

Shab-e She’r (Poetry Night) XLIII

The most diverse poetry reading and open mic in Toronto
At Shab-e She’r (Poetry Night) we don’t just wait for diversity to happen: we actively invite it.

Featured poets: Liz Howard & Ali Ibrahimi
Host: Bänoo Zan

Time: Tuesday, September 27, 2016
Place: Beit Zatoun, 612 Markham St., Toronto, ON M6G 2L8

Doors open 6:15 p.m.

Join us at IPAA’s Intertribal Gathering!

We’re partnering with IPAA (Indigenous Performing Arts Alliance) to present special play readings during their 4th Intertribal Gathering.

Shab-e She’r (Poetry Night) XLII

The most diverse poetry reading and open mic in Toronto
At Shab-e She’r (Poetry Night) we don’t just wait for diversity to happen: we actively invite it.

Featured poets: Kay Kassirer & John Portelli
Host: Bänoo Zan

Time: Tuesday, July 26, 2016
Place: Beit Zatoun, 612 Markham St., Toronto, ON M6G 2L8

Doors open 6:15 p.m.

While playwrights everywhere struggle and juggle their chosen careers, women playwrights in countries such as India, Afghanistan, and South Africa ­have obstacles much bigger than ours in Canada.  In many countries, theatre is a vital tool to advocate for change, and it is important that women’s voices are heard.

Prizes and snacks. $10 or PWYC. Hosted by Georgia Wilder. Two awesome features:

With Buddies in Bad Times and Pride Toronto.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, GO HERE!

Workshops Readings and Performances

THE ENCHANTED LOOM
by Playwright-in-Residence Suvendrini Lena
Directed by Marjorie Chan
Friday, June 17th, 8:00pm, Doors at 7:30pm

Shab-e She’r (Poetry Night) XL

The most diverse poetry reading and open mic in Toronto
At Shab-e She’r (Poetry Night) we don’t just wait for diversity to happen: we actively invite it.

Featured poets: Cassandra Myers & Robert Priest
Host: Bänoo Zan

Time: Tuesday, May 31, 2016
Place: Beit Zatoun, 612 Markham St., Toronto, ON M6G 2L8

Doors open: 6:15 p.m.