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Toronto's 2025 Theater Extravaganza: A Vibrant Array of Musicals and Performances

Get ready for a theatrical delight as Toronto hosts an impressive lineup of musicals and performances from early 2025. Leading the charge is Disney's timeless Lion King at the Princess of Wales Theatre. Following closely are captivating productions like Life After by Britta Johnson, the musical mastery of 6 Guitars, and the mysterious tale of Nashville Hurricane. Rounding out the season are reimagined classics such as Peter Pan, the uproarious Beetlejuice, and beloved film adaptations like Back to the Future: The Musical. Join us as we explore these exciting events and their unique contributions to the cultural scene.

Apr 29, 2025
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1. Disney's The Lion King
best availability choose weeknights in January and February. For best choice of seats, choose performances starting in March.
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Jan 29 - Aug 30, 2025
Mirvish Productions

Toronto, ON · Princess of Wales Theatre

2. Life After
Britta Johnson is one of Canada’s most acclaimed composers, lyricists and writers for musical theatre. LIFE AFTER is her celebrated and luminous musical which premiered in Toronto in 2017 and played a sold-out run at the Berkeley Street Theatre. It was subsequently produced at San Diego’s Old Globe Theatre and Chicago’s Goodman Theatre. It returns to Toronto's CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre in a major new production helmed by Tony Award and Olivier Award-winning producers Yonge Street Theatricals for a strictly limited engagement. Despite being a famous self-help author, Frank Carter's optimistic advice offers little solace to his 16-year-old daughter, Alice. After his untimely death, Alice embarks on a quest for truth, unravelling the events that changed her family forever.
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Apr 16 - May 4, 2025
Mirvish Productions

Toronto, ON · CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre

3. 6 Guitars
6 Guitars is a pitch perfect blend of music, comedy, and so much more. Chase Padgett, semi-finalist on Season 1 of Fox’s newest reality singing show ‘Alter Ego,’ delivers a virtuosic performance as he becomes 6 different guitar playing characters – each representing a different genre: Blues, Jazz, Rock, Classical, Folk, and Country. As the show unfolds, the audience is treated to the stories and songs each character has earned and learned over a lifetime of music. From a 20 year old aspiring rocker to an elderly Blues man who’s seen it all, these original characters bring fresh fun to the styles we all love. Packed with plenty of laughs, great tunes, and moving musical stories, 6 Guitars is an unforgettable night out for any music lover at heart.
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6 - 10 May, 2025
Mirvish Productions

CAA Theatre

4. Nashville Hurricane: A Curious Tale of Finger Pickin' Fury
Following up on his wildly successful performance of 6 Guitars, skilled musician and actor Chase Padgett returns with a riveting new show, Nashville Hurricane. 40 years ago, a mysterious acoustic guitarist appeared from nowhere, conquered the music industry, and vanished without a trace… until now. Chase Padgett becomes a manager, a mother, a mentor, and the guitar prodigy himself as each one tells their side of the rise, demise, and resurrection of the best damn guitar player you’ve never heard of; the Nashville Hurricane
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7 - 11 May, 2025
Mirvish Productions

CAA Theatre

5. Peter Pan
This high-flying musical has been thrilling audiences of all ages for close to 70 years and is now being brought back to life in a new adaptation by celebrated playwright Larissa FastHorse, directed by Emmy Award winner Lonny Price and choreography by Lorin Latarro. The adventure begins when PETER PAN and his mischievous sidekick, Tinker Bell, visit the bedroom of the Darling children late one night. With a sprinkle of fairy dust and a few happy thoughts, the children are taken on a magical journey they will never forget. This extraordinary musical full of excitement and adventure features iconic and timeless songs including “I’m Flying,” “I Gotta Crow,” “I Won’t Grow Up” and “Neverland.” PETER PAN embraces the child in us all so go on a journey from the second star to the right and straight on ‘til morning – your entire family will be Hooked!
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May 21 - Jun 1, 2025
Mirvish Productions

Toronto, ON · CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre

6. Made In Italy
An Italian teenager growing up in Jasper in the 1970s, caught between two worlds and determined to make his mark. This tour-de-force show is packed with disco, fantastic singing and a host of hilarious characters. Winner of the Sterling Award (Edmonton), Jessie Award (Vancouver) and Betty Mitchell Award (Calgary) for Outstanding Lead Performance in a Comedy, as well as the Calgary Theatre Critic's Award for Outstanding Performance in a One-Person Show, this is a delightful, heartfelt coming of age story about a kid with the heart of Rocky Balboa and the moves (and hair!) of John Travolta.
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May 24 - Jun 8, 2025
Mirvish Productions

CAA Theatre

7. Beetlejuice
It’s showtime! Based on Tim Burton’s dearly beloved film, this hilarious musical tells the story of Lydia Deetz, a strange and unusual teenager whose whole life changes when she meets a recently deceased couple and a demon with a thing for stripes. With an irreverent book, an astonishing set, and a score that’s out of this Netherworld, BEETLEJUICE is “SCREAMINGLY GOOD FUN!” (Variety). And under its uproarious surface (six feet under, to be exact), it’s a remarkably touching show about family, love, and making the most of every Day-O!
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Jun 3 - Jul 19, 2025
Mirvish Productions

Toronto, ON · CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre

8. Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812
The Crow’s Theatre and The Musical Stage Company’s co-production of Natasha, Pierre and The Great Comet of 1812 by Dave Malloy has been one of the highlights of the 2023/24 Toronto theatre season. After playing to sold-out houses for a record-breaking 16 weeks at Streetcar Crowsnest, the smash hit musical is transferring to Toronto’s Royal Alexandra Theatre as part of the 2024/25 Mirvish Main Subscription Season. Natasha, Pierre and The Great Comet of 1812, by celebrated and award-winning composer Dave Malloy is based on a scandalous slice of Leo Tolstoy’s War and Peace.
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Jul 15 - Aug 24, 2025
Mirvish Productions

Royal Alexandra Theatre

9. Back to the Future: The Musical
Great Scott! BACK TO THE FUTURE, the beloved, cinematic classic is now a Broadway musical with its destination set for Toronto in 2025. Winner of the 2022 Olivier Award for Best New Musical, four WhatsOnStage Awards, including Best New Musical, and the Broadway World Award for Best New Musical, BACK TO THE FUTURE: THE MUSICAL is adapted for the stage by the iconic film’s creators Bob Gale (Back to the Future trilogy) and Robert Zemeckis (Forrest Gump) and directed by the Tony Award®-winner John Rando with original music by multi-Grammy® winners Alan Silvestri (Avengers: Endgame) and Glen Ballard (Michael Jackson’s “Man in the Mirror”), alongside hit songs from the movie including “The Power of Love,” “Johnny B. Goode,” “Earth Angel,” and “Back in Time.”
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Jul 23 - Aug 31, 2025
Mirvish Productions

Toronto, ON · CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre

Conclusion
As Toronto's 2025 theatre season unfolds, the city becomes a hub of artistic expression and creativity. With a mix of beloved classics and innovative new productions, there's a palpable excitement in the air. Whether you find joy in the familiar story of Peter Pan or explore new narratives like Nashville Hurricane, each show offers a unique experience. So mark your calendars, gather your friends and family, and immerse yourself in the magic of live theatre. It's a cultural journey you won't want to miss.
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