The Registry Theatre

The Registry Theatre An art deco heritage property. KW's premiere performing arts venue. And they get to enjoy the performances, too! Drama. J.M.

The mandate of The Registry Theatre is to provide an affordable venue for community groups and individuals, as well as fulfilling the role of an arts incubator where new and experimental shows can be presented. Professional shows of all types are frequently presented, and the small theatre auditorium makes The Registry the perfect studio setting for the taping of film and television productions. O

ur volunteer program provides opportunities for local residents to support the work of The Registry Theatre, as well as learn front of house and behind the scenes technical skills. You can help The Registry to continue and expand our community building efforts as we support and develop arts and culture for the betterment of our community. Your gift helps to ensure The Registry Theatre continues to fulfill its mandate. You can show your support of The Registry Theatre by making a donation to J.M. Drama is a charitable corporation and a registered charitable organization (Registration #11897 4617 RR0001). It can issue receipts for income tax purposes for donations.

The Registry Theatre presents Abbas Wahab – On his North American DIALED-IN Tour, one night only on August 21st!Abbas Wa...
08/19/2026

The Registry Theatre presents Abbas Wahab – On his North American DIALED-IN Tour, one night only on August 21st!

Abbas Wahab is a New York–based, Canadian comedian and actor. He’s been featured at the Just For Laughs and Edinburgh Fringe festivals, and is best known most recently for his role as a SWAT officer in M. Night Shyamalan’s TRAP. Wahab has appeared in hit TV shows including The Boys, What We Do in the Shadows, and Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. Abbas has opened for comedy legends Tom Green and Brian Holtzman, and has built a loyal following of over 350k fans on Instagram and TikTok. He’s best known for his viral “job interview” and “automotive marketing” series, which parody the behind-the-scenes hiring and advertising tactics of major brands. His comedic style has been described as electrifying and sharp, with grounded storytelling. Don’t miss him on the road!
16+

TWO SHOWS!
August 21, 7:00 pm , and 9:30 pm

TICKETS:
$28 + fees/tax – online
$35 +tax – at the door

08/10/2026

YOU STILL HAVE A CHANCE TO AUDITION FOR OUR 2026 PENNY & POUND x WESTFIELD PRODUCTIONS!

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Spots are almost full for both SHADOWS OF THE VILLAGE: A GHOST WALK and A CHRISTMAS CAROL! Auditions are open to performers ages 10+.

Book your audition online at pennyandpoundtheatre.com/community-auditions

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SHADOWS OF THE VILLAGE: A GHOST WALK
Auditions: Monday, August 10th from 8:00-10:00 PM
Shows: October 29-31, 2026

A CHRISTMAS CAROL
Auditions: Tuesday, August 11th from 8:00-10:00 PM
Shows: December 18-20, 2026

JM Drama and The Registry Theatre is thrilled to present Rachel Carson, by Steven Elliott Jackson.A famous writer of the...
07/28/2026

JM Drama and The Registry Theatre is thrilled to present Rachel Carson, by Steven Elliott Jackson.

A famous writer of the oceans and seas embarks on writing the most important environmental books of the 20th century all while facing life changing times in the world premier of Rachel Carson by Steven Elliott Jackson.

In 1957, Rachel Carson had written some of the most beloved books about the sea and ocean life, but she would start the daunting challenge, writing “Silent Springs”, a book that would change the course of history becoming the most influential book on the environment. What people didn’t know were her struggles hidden from view, the adoption of her great nephew, her growing relationship with Dorothy Freeman and new dangers that would inevitably threaten everything.

The show is written and directed by Steven Elliott Jackson, playwright of award-winning The Seat Next to the King and the 5 time Dora nominee Three Ordinary Men. The show stars Nicole Smith, Oliver Tailby, Chudear Oyual and Martin Glassford. The core production team is rounded out by Assistant Director Shayln Raney, Stage Manager Todd Davies, Set Designer Markus Modil, Lighting Designer Jasmine Rajaballey, Costume Designer Marian Boyer, Prop Designer Ron Green, Poster Designer Nathaniel Voll and Music by Sammy Duke.. Join us for an untold story of one woman facing the obstacles of a lifetime while working to save this world in the play, Rachel Carson!

TICKETS
Thursday July 30th, 7:30 pm – $10 preview night!
Friday July 31, 7:30 pm – opening night – $30 regular, $25 student/senior/arts worker
Saturday August 1st, 7:30 pm – $30 regular, $25 student/senior/arts worker
Sunday August 2nd, 3 pm – $30 regular, $25 student/senior/arts worker
Friday August 7, 7:30 pm – $30 regular, $25 student/senior/arts worker
Saturday August 8, 7:30 pm – $30 regular, $25 student/senior/arts worker
Sunday August 9, 3 pm – $30 regular, $25 student/senior/arts worker

The Registry Theatre Gallery presents the work of Nehad Abdukalder, Silence Speaks.Opening reception August 2nd, 12pm – ...
07/24/2026

The Registry Theatre Gallery presents the work of Nehad Abdukalder, Silence Speaks.
Opening reception August 2nd, 12pm – 2:30pm.

07/23/2026

If you are an artist, performer, or leader in your community who reflects the diverse and resilient spirit of the arts, MT Space invites you and any interested individuals to apply to the Majdi Bou-Matar Bursary.

This bursary was created to honour the visionary founder of MT Space. Majdi Bou-Matar dedicated his life to amplifying the voices of racialized and marginalized communities through theatre and art. This bursary aims to support those who embody and further his mission.

The Majdi Bou-Matar Bursary offers $5,000 plus a year-long mentorship with MT Space, designed to fit the recipient.

Eligible applicants must be:

- Racialized (newcomer, immigrant, refugee) and/or Indigenous;
- A creator, performer, arts leader or administrator;
- Emerging in their craft or their career in the Canadian performing arts sector;
- Willing to commute for in-person mentorship at MT Space (16 William Street, Waterloo, ON)

Apply now. Click here https://mtspace.ca/majdi-bou-matar-bursary-fund/
or head to our website for more details.

DEADLINE: August 31, 2026 – 11:59 PM EST

Photo credit: Only1AndyWright

(IMAGE: MT Space Founding Artistic Director, Majdi Bou-Matar smiling.)

This is Backstage at The Registry Theatre.Featuring the folks who bring the Registry stage to life, both by performing o...
07/21/2026

This is Backstage at The Registry Theatre.
Featuring the folks who bring the Registry stage to life, both by performing on it, and the ones who work their magic in the wings.

Mattie James
Stage name: Sasha Tease

My creative process as a drag artist starts with music. If I come across a song makes me feel powerful on a day when I feel weak, or a song that makes me free pretty when I feel ugly, I hold on to that feeling and build my drag routine around it.

This album (This Music May Contain Hope by Raye) is all about finding hope through the darkness. The music explores emotions that are sometimes difficult or scary to sit with. I hope this show allows the audience to process the grief of what has been and leave with hope that happier days are in fact ahead.

My favourite memory from the Registry Theatre is doing a free week long physical theatre workshop put on by MT Space. I was just getting more involved in the local arts community and that experience introduced me to so many incredible artist and introduced me to the gorgeous Registry Theatre! That process started the dreaming and brainstorming about all the future shows I was excited to do there. And fast forward 3 years now I get to make that come true!!

Sat, July 4, 7 PM - 10 PMKW's biggest improv comedy event of the year is back! Three amazing troupes bringing you an ev...
07/02/2026

Sat, July 4, 7 PM - 10 PM

KW's biggest improv comedy event of the year is back! Three amazing troupes bringing you an evening of fun and laughter!

After a riotous success last year, we're all back with Improv-A-Llama 2!

This huge, fast-paced show is like nothing you’ve ever seen before! It features improv sets from TriCity Improv, After School Arcade and Thank You For Laughing, followed by a grand finale that includes everyone. Each group has their own style and their own vibe, and between them they guarantee an evening of good, solid entertainment.

📍 The show will take place at The Registry Theatre in beautiful downtown Kitchener, 🕒 Doors open at 6:30pm, the show starts promptly at 7 pm.

Tickets: $15 >> https://improvallama2.eventbrite.ca

July 4, 1 pm – 3 pmKW’s biggest improv comedy event of the year is back! In fact – one show wasn’t enough! We’re also br...
07/02/2026

July 4, 1 pm – 3 pm
KW’s biggest improv comedy event of the year is back! In fact – one show wasn’t enough! We’re also bringing 3 more troupes in the afternoon!

We’re going bigger this year – now we’re hosting not one but TWO EXTRA LARGE improv shows – the evening show with TriCity Improv, After School Arcade and Thank You For Laughing, and this matinee featuring Arting Starvists, UW Improv, and The Bit’s the Thing. Everyone brings something different to their improv, and you’re going to love what these folks have to offer!

📍The show will take place at The Registry Theatre in beautiful downtown Kitchener 🕒 Doors open at 12:30, the show starts promptly at 1:00.

🎟 Tickets: $10 >>https://tinyurl.com/4wzxe33e

This Friday night at The Registry don't miss Sammy Duke & Arun Pal!July 3, 7:30 pm – 9:30 pmSinger-songwriter and One-Ma...
07/01/2026

This Friday night at The Registry don't miss Sammy Duke & Arun Pal!

July 3, 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Singer-songwriter and One-Man-Band night featuring performing artists, Sammy Duke and Arun Pal, performing their unique solo multi-instrumental performances.
7:00 – Doors
7:30 – Arun Pal
8:30 – Sammy Duke

Tickets >> https://registrytheatre.com/event/sammy-duke-arun-pal/
$30.00 – General, $20.00 – Artist / Student

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