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Quebec Drama Federation
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Arts service organization dedicated to supporting, representing, and lobbying on behalf of English-language theatre in Quebec.
www.quebecdrama.org
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Join us for our 2025-2026 Annual General Meeting on Tuesday, October 6th, at 5:30 PM with the call to order at 6 PM! The meeting will be held both in person at Playwrights’ Workshop Montréal, and online over Zoom. Learn more and register on our website: quebecdrama.org/agm-25-26

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Graphic announcing QDF’s upcoming AGM. On a charcoal-coloured background, the following words in big light purple and blue gradient letters: “Annual General Meeting 25-26”. Below, line illustration of two individuals, one pointing at a board giving a presentation, and one holding a pile of papers. In smaller letters are displayed details of the event: “October 6, 2026, 5:30 PM” and “In person: Playwrights’ Workshop Montreal (7250 Rue Clark Ste 103, Montreal, Quebec H2R 2Y3); Online: Zoom (link provided upon registration)”. The QDF logo on the bottom right corner of the graphic.
September 9, 2026 at 6:44 PM
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Do you have a theatre production opening or running in November 2026? Enter our lottery for a chance to be featured in The Overture with a preview article! Submit by September 17, 2026. Learn more and submit: quebecdrama.org/the-overture/about-lottery

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Graphic announcing The Overture's November lottery. On a red background decorated with torn newspaper pieces, a red and white lottery wheel. A marquee sign displays the words "Submit to the Overture's November lottery!" in big glowy letters. Below, in smaller letters, the words: "Deadline to submit: September 17, 2026".
September 8, 2026 at 8:45 PM
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Some photos from our English Theatre Community Picnic last Saturday! 🍑 Thank you to everyone who joined us for a sunny afternoon of good company in the park. Here’s to a wonderful season ahead!

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August 31, 2026 at 5:54 PM
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The Overture is kicking off a new season! 🎭 Do you have a theatre production opening or running in October 2026? Enter our lottery for a chance to be featured in a preview article! Learn more and submit: quebecdrama.org/the-overture/about-lottery

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Graphic announcing The Overture's October lottery. On a red background decorated with torn newspaper pieces, a red and white lottery wheel. A marquee sign displays the words "Submit to the Overture's October lottery!" in big glowy letters. Below, in smaller letters, the words: "Deadline to submit: August 30, 2026".
August 25, 2026 at 5:23 PM
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Join us for a picnic in the park to kick off the theatre season as a community! 💜 You will have the chance to win two tickets to Starcatcher Productions' "Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street", showing that same night, August 29, at 7:30 PM!

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Graphic announcing a raffle at the QDF picnic taking place on August 29, 2026. On a purple background, a cartoonish illustration of a sandwich smiles and holds up two tickets with its right hand. Above, in big letters, the words: "Win 2 tickets to Sweeney Todd". A green rectangle at the bottom of the graphic displays the following text: "Join us at our Annual English Theatre Community Picnic and enter for a chance to win two tickets to Starcatcher Productions' Sweeney Todd!"
August 24, 2026 at 4:55 PM
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[REPOSTED FROM AUG.17 WITH UPDATED GRAPHIC] Registration is now open for QDF's first workshop of the season, Viewpoints for Collective Creation with Leslie Baker, taking place from September 9 to 12, 2026.

Visit quebecdrama.org/viewpoints to learn more and register!

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Graphic announcing QDF's workshop, Viewpoints for Collective Creation with Leslie Baker, taking place September 9-12. Background image shows the shadows of two people on a pale grey ground. Tagline at the bottom of the graphic reads "Explore collective creation in theatre-making through Mary Overlie’s 6-viewpoints system."
August 20, 2026 at 2:14 PM
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It's time for our annual picnic! ☀️ Come on down to Sir-George-Etienne-Cartier Park on August 29th (12-2 PM) to celebrate the English Theatre community! Bring a blanket, snacks, pets, your family and friends!

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Graphic announcing QDF’s summer picnic. On a purple background, a cartoonish illustration of a smiling sandwich character making a heart shape with his hands. Above the illustration, large text reads, “Montreal English Theatre Community Picnic.” On either side of the illustration, the picnic date and location are displayed: “29 August 2026, 12–2 PM at Sir George-Étienne-Cartier Park.” Below the illustration, a green rectangular box contains the following text: “Come on down to a picnic in the park! Bring a blanket, snacks, and your friends! Come kick off the theatre season as a community!” Yellow squiggly lines decorate the corners of the graphic. The QDF logo appears at the bottom.
August 19, 2026 at 7:45 PM
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Discover QDF’s 2026-2027 workshop season! Registration will open next Monday for our first workshop of the year, Viewpoints for Collective Creation with Leslie Baker! Stay tuned. 👀

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August 13, 2026 at 4:56 PM
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Get a promotional boost for your show, event, or theatre-related opportunity with an ad on the QDF website! Learn more and send a request at quebecdrama.org/advertise

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Graphic announcing QDF's new visibility service, advertisements. An image of an open laptop with a dark screen. Upon it, the words "Advertise with QDF!" in glowy turquoise letters. Below the image, in smaller letters, the words "Learn more & submit a request: quebecdrama.org/advertise" with the QDF logo next to it.
August 11, 2026 at 7:48 PM
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Introducing our newly revamped website! We're excited to share this news as we celebrate QDF's 54th birthday, which was last Saturday! Take a look and explore what's new: www.quebecdrama.org

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July 13, 2026 at 9:55 PM
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Last call for What's on Wednesday and Digital Calendar submissions!

Submissions will be paused from July 16-31 and will be resumed in August. If you have a show or opportunity you'd like to promote through our visibility services before then, please submit by 5 PM on July 14.

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QDF's out of office announcement for the summer. The words "Summer Break" in big purple letters. Underneath, the text reads: "Please note that the QDF offices will be closed from July 20-24". The words "Last call!" in big purple letters. Underneath, the text reads: "What’s on Wednesday and the Digital Calendar submissions will be paused from July 16 - 31, and will resume in August. Please submit your listing by 5 PM on July 14 to make sure it gets included in the last edition of What’s on Wednesday before the services are paused."
July 6, 2026 at 6:50 PM
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$425 raised at the QDF Karaoke Fundraiser! 🎶 We've exceeded our fundraising goal for this year - thank you for coming out and singing your heart out with us!

QDF accepts donations year-round! Support your local theatre organization by visiting: quebecdrama.org/donate

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July 2, 2026 at 5:36 PM
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The QDF Board invites you to come sing your heart out on Thursday, June 25 at Notre Dame des Quilles from 8pm! Donate $8 in advance, or $10 at the door, and no one will be turned away for lack of funds! All donations will be eligible for a tax receipt. www.facebook.com/share/1JQaHe...

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June 15, 2026 at 6:53 PM
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MBC Productions presents Daumas: Devil's Advocate, running from June 11 to 20 at Mission Santa Cruz, as part of the Montreal Fringe Festival. Read or listen to our Overture article written by Misha Nye to learn more about the show: www.quebecdrama.org/the-overture...

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June 5, 2026 at 5:23 PM
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The Montreal Fringe Festival is on! 🐝 This year again, QDF has partnered with Fringe to bring you a digital calendar where you can browse shows by genre, audience age, language and more! Check out the QDF x Fringe Calendar at: montrealfringe.ca

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Graphic announcing the QDF x Fringe Calendar. The calendar appears on the screen of a tablet with a bee resting on its top right corner. Below is written: "Discover what's on and plan your Fringe experience!" followed by the link: montrealfringe.ca
June 2, 2026 at 6:53 PM
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WISTA presents Catch Me If You Can, running from May 29 to June 9 at the Louise Chalmers Theatre. Read or listen to our Stage Left Q&A feature to learn more about the show: www.quebecdrama.org/the-overture...

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June 1, 2026 at 8:39 PM
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Born on a Raft Theatre presents The Best Brothers, running from May 28 to 31 at the White Wall Studios. Read or listen to our Overture article written by Darragh Kilkenny-Mondoux to learn more about the show: www.quebecdrama.org/the-overture...

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May 25, 2026 at 8:06 PM
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The Segal Centre for Performing Arts presents Grow, running from May 24 to June 14 at the Sylvan Adams Theatre. Read or listen to our Stage Left Q&A feature to learn more about the show: quebecdrama.org/the-overture/grow

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May 21, 2026 at 5:35 PM
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The 26/27 Montreal English Theatre season is launched! 🎉 Thank you for joining us at our annual MTL Launch event! Check out the full season information on our website: quebecdrama.org/mtl-launch-2026

📸: Emelia Hellman

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May 11, 2026 at 8:43 PM
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Are you part of the Montreal Fringe Festival 2026 and need a promo push for your show? Enter the QDF x Fringe Spotlights Lottery! 🐝

Submit by May 15th at midnight: forms.gle/Yi6ATYfeMfCEJi6y9

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Call for submissions to the QDF x Fringe Spotlights 2026. A spotlight beam illuminates the words “Promote your Fringe show with QDF!” Below, a hand holds a smartphone displaying the message “Enter the lottery for a chance to feature your show on QDF’s social media!” Logos of Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok float nearby. Underneath, a circular spotlight shines on the shadow of a bee. The deadline is listed as May 15th, midnight.
May 7, 2026 at 5:01 PM
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Join us next Tuesday for the MTL Launch and discover the 26/27 Montreal English Theatre season!

📍Conseil des arts de Montréal
🕚 May 5th, 11 AM

Learn more: quebecdrama.org/mtl-launch-2026
Photo by Rahul Gandhi

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A photo from the 2025 MTL Launch event showing host Sarah Deshaies speaking in front of an audience. Logos of the six presenting companies: Repercussion Theatre, Talisman Theatre, Imago Theatre, Geordie Theatre, Infinitheatre, and Black Theatre Workshop.
April 30, 2026 at 5:16 PM
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Only three days left to register for the Grad Showcase! This is an opportunity for graduating students in acting and design streams of recognized theatre institutions to showcase their craft to a panel of professional directors. Learn more and register at: quebecdrama.org/grad-showcase

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A reminder to register for QDF’s Grad Showcase by April 23rd. The words “Grad Showcase” appear in big, glowing letters, with a silhouette of four graduates wearing gowns leaping in the air with their caps in hand. Underneath, the dates and location of the event read: “May 19, 20, 21. Segal Centre,” followed by text that reads, “Calling all graduating students in acting and design from recognized theatre institutions!” The QDF logo appears at the bottom. An overview of how the showcase works for actors and designers. Text reads: “ACTORS: Prepare a two-minute monologue of your choosing, along with a two-minute secondary artistic piece. This can be a contrasting monologue, a song, a movement piece, clown work… It’s up to you! DESIGNERS: Present an 8-minute overview of a design project you’ve created during your training. Introduce yourself and guide the directors through your process, highlighting how your vision was developed and realized.” Underneath, additional text reads: “Following your audition or presentation, our panel of directors will ask you a few questions to get to know you better as an artist. Check out more details on our website!”
April 21, 2026 at 4:52 PM
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Geordie Theatre presents Snow White by Greg Banks, running from April 16-26, 2026 at Centaur Theatre. Read or listen to our Stage Left Q&A feature to learn more about the show: www.quebecdrama.org/the-overture...

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April 15, 2026 at 1:49 PM
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The Overture Lottery is now accepting submissions for June 2026 shows! Submit by April 16th: forms.gle/9phMZZAasSKu...

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Graphic announcing a call for submissions to the Overture’s June Lottery. It features an illustration of a calendar turned to June and a banner reading “Submit to the Overture Lottery.” Text on the graphic says: “Have a show opening or running in June? We want to help promote it! Submit for a chance to be featured in The Overture.”
April 10, 2026 at 1:35 PM
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Teesri Duniya Theatre presents Behind the Moon, running from April 3-19, 2026 at Teesri's Rangshala Studio. Read or listen to our Overture article written by Misha Nye to learn more about the show: quebecdrama.org/the-overture/behind-the-moon

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April 9, 2026 at 3:00 PM