Punctuate! Theatre

06/03/2026

Big congratulations to Punctuate! Theatre Creative Producer Andy Cohen , who is now onstage at Theatre Calgary in Come From Away! ✈️

Andy plays Oz, along with several other supporting characters in the musical, running now through June 27, 2026 at the Max Bell Theatre in Calgary.

We also can’t wait to be back at Theatre Calgary this fall with our returning production of First Métis Man of Odesa by Matthew MacKenzie and Mariya Khomutova . Stay tuned for more info 🇺🇦

📅 September 8–27, 2026
📍 Martha Cohen Theatre in Werklund Centre, formerly Arts Commons

More info at: https://www.theatrecalgary.com/
📸: Harder Lee

05/26/2026

Have a business? Looking to support Indigenous Artists?
Throughout the month of August, 2026, we will be holding an online auction in support of our 2026/27 Season.
Consider donating a gift card, item, or service which can be used in our Silent Auction to help raise funds and enable us to share wonderful indigenous stories across Canada this season. Your donation will also support our Indigenous Creator’s Cohort program, which is the largest engager of Indigenous playwrights in the country.
Visit:
www.punctuatetheatre.com/silent-auction-2026
to donate today!

05/22/2026

✨ Exciting news from Edmonton’s theatre community! ✨

We’re celebrating three new artistic leaders in our community:

💛 Jenna Rodgers — Artistic Director, Theatre Network
💛 Brett Dahl — Artistic Director, Concrete Theatre
💛 Ellen Chorley — Artistic Director, Alberta Musical Theatre Company

Congratulations to Jenna, Brett, and Ellen! We can’t wait to see all the exciting things ahead for theatre in this new chapter.

05/18/2026

Punctuate Theatre is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Cris Derksen — a prolific, generous, and extraordinary talent in our community.

Cris’s artistry, vision, and impact left a mark on so many. We are grateful for the extraordinary gifts they shared with the world.

From Punctuate Theatre's Resident Elder, Jo-Ann Saddleback

"Cris was an inspirational artist leading the way to explore and become accomplished at the cello and other instruments. Her music and her connection to people who came to hear her was a most Beautiful live story. Thank you Dear Cris and Safe Journey 🌹🌈❤️"

In celebration of National Indigenous Peoples Day, we are delighted...

05/04/2026

We’re proud to share that Punctuate Theatre’s Artistic Director, Matthew Wishart MacKenzie, has been spotlighted by the Otipemisiwak Métis Government.

The feature highlights Matthew’s work as an artist, storyteller, and cultural leader, and the ways his practice continues to shape conversations across communities.

Read the full article here:
https://albertametis.com/news/citizen-spotlight-matthew-wishart-mackenzie/

11/19/2025

Welcome to the first in our series:
Where We’ve Been - Where We’re Going

WHERE WE’VE BEEN
Punctuate! Theatre is a touring company with audiences across the nation. We have been presented in over 16 theatres in 12 cities across Canada and our shows Bears and First Métis Man of Odessa are two of Canada’s largest independent national tours.

Staying rooted in our identity, our shows tour to rural Indigenous communities with as much pride and artistic excellence as our productions on stages like the National Arts Centre.

We are honoured to share our stories with all of you across Turtle Island, and there is only more to come…

WHERE WE’RE GOING
We are actively building relationships with new theatres in all corners of Canada and we can’t wait to meet and share our stories with new audiences (…keep an eye out for who that’s gonna be!)

We are at the forefront of creating more access to high-production shows in Indigenous communities. As an Indigenous led company with a high focus on producing Indigenous stories, we are leaders in this space and are hard at work making this a reality.

Though our hearts are on the ground, our eyes look to the horizon as we lean further into our international collaborations and partnerships, readying ourselves for our first international presentation. The world wants to hear our stories. We will get them there.

JOIN US
We are nothing if our work isn’t happening in relation with our community. Our team is moving full-speed ahead and with you by our side, together we will make incredible things happen.

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11/13/2025

Last year was a big one. Busier than ever, we are humming with excitement for what's coming - new shows, partnerships, creation processes, groundbreaking initiatives and a few ANNOUNCEMENTS…but more of that later.

Before we move forward, we are allowing ourselves a moment to reflect back and celebrate WHERE WE'VE BEEN.

The stories
The people
The creation
The communities

Whether you've been with us for years, or this is your first introduction to Punctuate! Theatre, we’re glad you’re here.

Join us as we return to the achievements, the disappointments, and all the messy moments in between as we lead up to an unveiling, a re-introduction of sorts, of WHO WE ARE and WHERE WE'RE GOING.

Pipe in! We want to hear your favorite Punctuate! moments too.
DM us and we'll share them along the way.

10/18/2025

Punctuate! Theatre, in partnership with (the incredible) Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity & Pyretic Productions .theatre are thrilled to present the World Premiere of

KOHKOM’S BABUSHKA
a magical Métis - Ukrainian tale about the scarves that connect our cultures

Written by Joleen Ballendine & , inspired by the story by Marion Mutala.

🎭 Directed by Lianna Makuch
💃 Movement Direction by Anna Kuman
🛠️💡Set & Lighting Design by Stephanie Bahniuk
👗Costume Design by Jolane Houle
🎻Composition by Darla Daniels .daniels.music
🔉Sound Design by Aaron Macri
📽️Video Design by Amelia Scott

⏱️Stage Management by Ken James Stewart , with support from Corey Weiser & Makeda Romanetti
🎛️Production Management & Technical Direction by Trent Crosby
✒️Dramaturgy by Matt MacKenzie
🌻Resident Elders - Jerry & Jo-Ann Saddleback
🧣Métis Auntie at Large - Krista Leddy

☎️ Produced by Andy Cohen

STARRING
Cassandra Bourchier .bourch
Jessica Rose
Jeff Di**le .dingle1
Rick Hughes
and Michaela Washburn

📷 Photos by Abigail Edwards

09/04/2025

💛 Thank You, Alyson 💛

Today we say goodbye to our dear Associate Producer Alyson Dicey. Thank you for your talent, your energy, and everything you’ve shared with Punctuate Theatre.

We’re going to miss you so much, but we know amazing things await you. Wishing you all the success on your new journey! 🌿✨

08/08/2025

Congratulations to our colleagues on the Canadian premiere of Bomb at the Edmonton Fringe Theatre Festival!