David Mirvish announces a permanent home.
Theatre Impressario David Mirvish, announced that Theatre Museum Canada will have a permanent home in a new development to be built at 355 King Street West. Located in the heart of Toronto ‘s theatre district, the museum will be a vital addition to Canada ‘s rich theatrical heritage.
January 2010 – September 2010
Macdonald Heaslip Walkway of Theatre History
Curated by Ivan Tanzer
Theo Dimson (1930-2012) was a world renowned graphic designer and had close ties to the theatre community in Toronto.
September 2010
to September 2011
Macdonald Heaslip Walkway of Theatre History
Curated by Kate Barris
The founding chair of Theatre Museum Canada, Herbert William Whittaker (1910 – 2006) helped shape and promote Canadian theatre as a critic, mentor, set and costume designer, director, author, collector, visionary, advocate and friend.
March 2009- January 2010
Macdonald Heaslip Walkway of Theatre History
Curated by University of Toronto Museum Studies Masters student Alison Little, Revival used artifacts from our permanent collection to highlight performances, productions and personal memories.
July 2009 to April 2010
Niagara Pumphouse Arts Centre (Niagara-on-the-Lake)
Design Exchange (Toronto)
Macdonald Stewart Art Centre (Guelph)
A touring retrospective exhibit of stage designer Cameron Porteous’ remarkable contribution to theatre in Canada. Curated & designed by Sean Breaugh and Pat Flood.
October 2008 to March 2009
Macdonald Heaslip Walkway of Theatre History
Theatre Museum Canada now has a year-round display space thanks to the Macdonald Heaslip Walkway of Theatre History.
This is a wonderful opportunity for us to mount temporary exhibits celebrating and exploring Canada’s performing arts heritage.
March 2004 to September 2005
The Palladian Lounge of the Elgin and Winter Garden Theatre Centre
Toronto, Ontario
Divas of Design celebrated the work and creative process of three leading ladies of operatic design: Dora Rust-D’Eye, Dany Lyne and Susan Benson.
November 2002 to January 2003
Berkeley Street Theatre
In recognition of the 30th anniversary of the Berkeley Street Theatre, Theatre Museum Canada and Canadian Stage mounted a special exhibition in the lobby of the theatre with programs, posters and reviews going back to the days of Toronto Free Theatre.
November 2001 to February 2004:
The Palladian Lounge of the Elgin and Winter Garden Theatre Centre
This exhibition featured over 200 artifacts, depicting the dynamic growth of theatre, opera and ballet in Toronto. As Herbert Whittaker, designer of the exhibition explained, “The exhibition traces the rise of Toronto’s theatre, from its days as a touring town to its present independent stage.”
September – October 2000
Toronto Reference Library
Celebrating the 90th birthday of Theatre Museum Canada’s founder Herbert Whittaker, this show featured his personal collection of photographs, set and costume designs, props and other memorabilia. The theatrical treasures were collected by Mr.
