For over 50 years, our loyal audiences and dedicated donors have made it possible for Canadian Stage to grow into a leading force in performance—both at home and internationally.
We’re committed to building on that history and sustaining that momentum by deepening our support for artists and creators. With your help, we can shape the future of theatre and artmaking in Toronto.
As a registered charity, we rely on the generosity of our community. Donations from theatre lovers like you make up one third of our operating budget. Every contribution has an impact. Your support helps us to:
Present boundary-breaking performances
Your generosity enables us to produce and present bold, genre-defying work across disciplines. Donations are essential to mounting ambitious seasons that excite, entertain, and challenge audiences.
The Lehman Trilogy. Photo by Dahlia Katz.
Invest in artists and new work
We are committed to developing original Canadian stories for the large stage and supporting the next generation of artists. Your support helps us provide resources, space, and mentorship to emerging creators and independent arts organizations.
The Festival of New Theatre.
Grow community and accessibility
Dream in High Park is a cherished family-friendly tradition that welcomes audiences from across Toronto to enjoy the power of live theatre in a beautiful outdoor setting, all made possible with donor support. Your support helps bring this decades-old experience to life. Your contributions also fund education programs that bring students into our theatres to experience live performance—often for the first time.
High Park Audience Members. Photo by Dahlia Katz.