The McGill Savoy Society presents Patience; Or, Bunthorne’s Bride, running February 13–21 at Moyse Hall Theatre. Read or listen to our Stage Left Q&A feature to learn more about the show: www.quebecdrama.org/the-overture... (FR below)

📢 Advocacy update: the Conseil des Arts de Montreal (CAM) receives a $2.5 million increase in Montreal's 2026 budget! Visit our website to learn more: www.quebecdrama.org/advocacy/mon... (FR below)

🔦 To get a Spotlight: 1. Email [email protected] to request a slot 2. Pick an available posting date 3. Review and sign the guidelines 4. Submit a 1-minute video by the deadline Learn more: quebecdrama.org/spotlights (FR below)

Don't miss your chance to see Geordie Theatre's 2Play shows in Montreal before they goes off on tour! 🌙 The Playground Festival runs from January 21 to 25, 2026 at Maison Théâtre. Read or Listen to our Overture feature written by Michael Martini: www.quebecdrama.org/the-overture... (FR below)

The Overture Lottery is now accepting submissions for March 2026 shows! Submit by January 22, 2026: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... (FR below)

The Hudson Village Theatre presents a pantomime production of Peter Pan! 🧚 Read or listen to our Overture feature written by Misha Nye to learn more about the show: www.quebecdrama.org/the-overture... (FR below)

The Overture Lottery is now accepting submissions for February 2026 shows! Submit by December 15, 2025: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... (FR below)

QDF will be out of office for the holidays from December 17th, 2025 to January 4th, 2026. ❄️ If you need to have an opportunity listed on What's on Wednesday or a show listed on the Digital Calendar before the end of the year, please make your submission by this Wednesday at 10 AM! (FR Below)

This Giving Tuesday, make a donation to QDF! 💗 Your donation helps power our mission to support over 800 members through advocacy, visibility, and professional development. Donate here: canadahelps.org/en/charities/quebec-drama-federation/ (FR below)

Join us next Sunday, December 14, for our Holiday Market at the Centaur Theatre’s Gallery! Drop in anytime between 11 AM and 5 PM to discover handmade goods and support local artisans and vendors! All proceeds go towards supporting QDF’s fundraising efforts. 🎄🌟 (FR below)

The Lyric Theatre Singers present "Candlelight Christmas" running from December 4 to 7, 2025 at Loyola Chapel. 🎄 Experience the perfect start to your holiday season with a blend of timeless and contemporary carols. Learn more: quebecdrama.org/the-overture/candlelight-christmas (FR below)

Check out Rendez-vous théâtre from CQT, a portal where you can browse French and English theatrical offerings from across Quebec! Learn more: 🔗 Website: rendezvoustheatre.ca/ 🔗 Instagram: @rendezvous_theatre 🔗 Facebook: facebook.com/rdvtheatreqc (FR below)

Applications are now open for Building Your Grant Proposal with Jesse Stong. Running from January 26-30, 2026, this Exploring Practice workshop will share practical tips and motivational insights on how to build a clear and powerful grant application. Learn more: playwrights.ca/ (FR below)

LAST CALL! 🌟 Registrations for QETS are closing next Monday! Actors and designers: don't miss this incredible opportunity to showcase your craft in front of a panel of professional directors from PACT and indie companies! Sign up here: quebecdrama.org/qets/about (FR below)

QDF is seeking artisans and vendors to take part in our second annual Holiday Market, taking place on December 14 (11 AM - 5 PM) at the Centaur Theatre's gallery space! 🎅 All proceeds support QDF’s fundraising efforts! Sign up here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... (FR below)

Our newest Stage Left Q&A feature is now available ! Visit our website to learn more about Black Theatre Workshop's Our Place, running November 19-30, 2025. Read or listen to the article: www.quebecdrama.org/the-overture... (FR below)

Join the QETS hub for actors and designers on Facebook! This is a place where artists registered for QETS can ask questions, connect with other registrants, and share ideas or tips. Join here: www.facebook.com/groups/11654... (FR below)

Have you signed up for QETS yet? Check out these tips for filming your self-tape, for non-CAEA actors applying to the Discovery Series! 💚 Also available on our website at quebecdrama.org/qets/tips-tricks (FR below)

The January Lottery is now open! 📣 Are you a QDF member with a show opening or running in January? Submit to our lottery for a chance to be featured in a Q&A piece or a preview article: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... (FR below)

Check out this year's design prompts for QETS! Designers participating in the Quebec English Theatre Showcase can either present a portfolio with 2-3 past designs or your response to one of our three design prompts! Details on our website: quebecdrama.org/qets/designers (FR below)

Check out our newest Overture article! 📰 Learn more about Mile End Improv's Every Thursday Improv Show, running from November 6-27, 2025. Read or listen to the article, written by Bhavna Patel: quebecdrama.org/the-overture/mile-end-improv (FR below)

Attention actors and designers! ✨ Registrations are now open for QETS! Don't miss this incredible opportunity to showcase your craft in front of a panel of directors from professional and indie theatre companies. Register by Nov. 24: quebecdrama.org/qets/about (FR below)

Registrations for the Quebec English Theatre Showcase (QETS) are opening soon! This is an incredible opportunity for actors and designers to showcase their craft in front of a panel of directors from professional and independent theatre companies. Stay tuned! (FR below)

Are you a QDF member? Help us better understand the demographic makeup of our membership by completing our online survey: form.typeform.com/to/pNu2bqdM Your responses will help ensure QDF's work in Advocacy, Visibility, and Development truly reflects the realities of our membership. (FR below)

Our first Overture main article of the season is out! 📰 Learn more about Centaur Theatre's Stone and Bone Spectacular, running from October 15 to 26, 2025. Read or listen to the article, written by Michael Martini. Visit: quebecdrama.org/the-overture/stone-and-bone-spectacular (FR below)

ONLY A FEW SPOTS LEFT! 🔨 The Tech and Production Intensive 101 is an in-person, hands-on workshop that offers participants a crash course in the world of production and tech. Register here: quebecdrama.org/tech-production-101 (FR below)

Thank you for attending our AGM last Tuesday! 💜 Meet our new Board members: Aurora Torok, Craig Francis, Kym Dominique Ferguson, Mariah Inger, Rebecca Durocher (Members at Large) & Scott Leydon (Treasurer, continuing in a new role). Meet the full Board here: quebecdrama.org/team (FR below)

Registrations are now open for the Tech and Production Intensive 101! ⭐ In collaboration with PlayShed, this workshop will offer participants a crash course in the world of production and tech. Learn more & register here: quebecdrama.org/tech-production-101 (FR below)

The Overture's December Lottery is now open! 📣 Are you a QDF member with a show opening or running in December? Submit to our lottery for a chance to be featured in a Q&A piece or a preview article. Submit here: www.quebecdrama.org/the-overture... (FR Below)

🌟 Our AGM is taking place tomorrow at 6 PM over zoom! Please RSVP here to attend: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... Join us to celebrate QDF's achievements from the past year and get a sneak peek at what's coming! 👀 (FR below)

Our first Stage Left Q&A feature of the 2025-2026 season is now available ! Visit quebecdrama.org/the-overture/its-time to learn more about Sometimes Y Theatre's It's Time, running September 26 - October 5, 2025. Read or listen to the article! (FR below)

Meet the writers of The Overture! ✍️ Michael, Darragh, Misha, and Bhavna have been with us since the very first edition of The Overture and we are so grateful to have their talent, creativity, and voices shaping this publication. Stay tuned for more to come! quebecdrama.org/theoverture (FR below)

Check out our new visibility service! 🌟 Need a promo boost for your upcoming show? Create a 1-min video and get featured on QDF's TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook! Learn more: quebecdrama.org/spotlights (FR below)

Reminder to RSVP to our Annual General Meeting taking place over Zoom on September 30th at 6 PM! Secure your spot here: quebecdrama.org/agm-24-25 (FR below)

Are you a QDF member with a show opening or running this November? Submit to our lottery for a chance to be featured in a preview article or Q&A! Submit by September 19th at 4 PM: www.quebecdrama.org/theoverture/... (FR below)

📢 CALL TO ACTION: Canada Council for the Arts & Canadian Heritage budgets are at risk. The Liberal Government asked them to propose cuts of up to 15% of their budgets. We need new investment, not cuts. Please add your voice and sign this letter: win.newmode.net/canadianarts... (FR below)

You are invited to join QDF's Annual General Meeting on September 30th at 6 PM, taking place on Zoom! 💜 More details on our website: quebecdrama.org/agm-24-25 Please make sure to RSVP by 5 PM on the day of the AGM if you'd like to attend: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... (FR below)

The Overture's first lottery of the season is now open! Are you a QDF member with a show opening or running this October? Submit to our lottery for a chance to be featured in a preview article or Q&A: forms.gle/vc3mEvrdzorM... (Fr below)

Announcing QDF's 2025-2026 workshops! ✨ After kicking off the season with a fantastic puppetry workshop, we're thrilled to share what else is coming your way! (FR below)

Come on down to a picnic in the park to celebrate the English Theatre community! 😎 August 23rd (2-4 PM) at Parc Laurier! Bring a blanket, snacks, pets, your family and friends! (Fr below)

Revealing our first workshop of the new season! 🌟 Curious about puppetry for the stage? Join Zach Fraser for the Introduction to Puppeteering for the Stage Workshop, taking place on August 24 (7 hours) at the Segal Centre. REGISTER NOW: quebecdrama.org/puppetry-workshop