We are thrilled to introduce a new dance company in residence with Immigrant Lessons led by Artistic Director Kevin Fraser. This residency is part of a larger, multidisciplinary program called We Are Multitudes which has been developed by the Massey through the work of Artistic Associates Justine Chambers and Khari Wendell McLelland. Kevin Fraser is […]

Today, we recommit to equity for women and elevating the presence and influence of marginalized women. Women are the backbone of arts and culture as storytellers, artists, musicians, directors, choreographers, dancers, administrators and leaders. A number of women keep the Massey Theatre and Anvil Centre Theatre vibrant and energized. These women work to plan programming […]

Today is Giving Tuesday A day when community, business and more give back to not for profits and charities. This year, we’re asking for your support. We are fundraising for a bright Massey future. A future that is bright with more spaces to engage the community and the arts. Space to grow and learn. Space […]

We were thrilled to be able to host Uptown Live 2020 back in August. Each of the full concert performances are available on their website if you are interested in checking them out. Our Executive Director Jessica Schneider did a short video with the event producers that showcases our space, our incredible artists and partners […]

We’re missing all the artists, community activators, producers and audience members that come through our doors every day, sharing experiences, thoughts and joy in our space. We know that we’ll all be able to be together again eventually, but we’re adapting so we can still engage our audiences and support the people who create and […]

We’ve had the honour and pleasure of working with the incredible Allan Morgan for over a year…a relationship which we hope continues forever. As we enter a completely different New West Pride week, Allan had some reflections on Pride and how his relationship to it has changed. He did an amazing recording of the piece […]

The Massey Theatre is thrilled to be presenting a series of week-long artist residencies aimed at providing safe and healthy opportunities for artists to work and for the public to enjoy performances in the Plaskett Gallery space. Artists will be present three times in the week, with a schedule as follows: Thurs, Fri 1pm-4pm; Sat […]

We wanted to take the opportunity this Father’s Day to introduce you to one of the Massey Theatre Staff who help make our theatre such an incredible place.  Shawn Sorensen, Massey Theatre Co-Technical Director.  In the almost three years he’s been at the Massey Theatre, he has become a true father figure to many. Not […]

As a first step in re-opening the Massey to public activity, the Plaskett Gallery will be opened on a by-appointment basis. In order to maintain pandemic health and safety measures while maximizing the number of people able to experience the program. You may now book 30 minute visits at the Plaskett Gallery with your bubble! […]

Participation in the arts is dominated by communities who have historically received access and inclusion. The Massey Theatre is committed to increasing access and inclusion for Black community members and artists. Seeing one’s self reflected in art, in story, in music; being empowered and applauded, particularly for youth and children, builds an important sense of […]