Mainstage Touring Productions
Harvest Harmonies
Available September 11 – October 22, 2023
Afternoons & Evenings, Monday – Saturday
Join three of our Serenaders in a cozy cabaret featuring songs of Fall and Harvest to warm your heart on brisk autumn days! Enjoy classic favourites such as “Don’t Sit Under The Apple Tree”, “Shine On Harvest Moon” and many more.
Length – 1 hour
Cast: 3
Cinderella – A Merry Magical Pantomime
Available November 16 – December 23, 2023
Afternoons & Evenings, Monday – Saturday
A fantastic holiday treat! You know the story, but you’ve never seen it like this! With its winning combination of incredible music, lively dancing, outrageous costumes, audience participation, and of course, a dash of theatrical magic, this fractured fairy tale brims with humour, heart, and adventure.
Length – 1 hour
Cast: 4
The Detective Disappears
Available March 7 – April 13, 2024
Afternoons & Evenings, Monday – Saturday
Long after the most famous cases have been solved, Watson, Hudson and Holmes have moved downstairs to 221A Baker Street; a one level flat where they take care of each other in retirement. But when Sherlock Holmes vanishes without a trace, it’s up to the remaining two to solve what may become the most important case of their lives. This 50-minute musical mystery features three actors portraying a cast of colourful characters that help Hudson, Watson and even Sherlock Holmes himself discover that age and experience can outwit the most challenging situations in life.
Length – 1 hour
Cast: 3
Extraordinary
Afternoons & Evenings, Monday – Saturday
Smile celebrates its 50th Season with this uplifting, inspirational musical, celebrating the extraordinary life of an ordinary woman. This heart-warming musical was written by Smile’s former artistic director for his mother, on the occasion of her 90th birthday.
Length – 1 hour
Cast: 2
The Golden Ax
Special Community Outreach Prodcution by YaTong Theatre & Smile Theatre Company Members
Available Spring 2024 (Contact us for more information)
Based on the Chinese version of Aesop Fable “The Honest Woodcutter”, The Golden Ax is a playful and lively musical theatre production, Set in a restaurant in a night market, the magical staff of Honest Lee’s Seafood tests the character traits of unsuspecting patrons through story and song. The show is a special collaboration between YaTong theatre from Taiwan, and Smile Theatre featuring artists from each company. The Golden Ax will be presented in Mandarin and English and is well suited for senior audiences who speak either language or both.
Length – 1 hour
Cast: 5
Fees
Single Performance: $380
Multiple Performances: $300/performance
Regular Programming: $200/performance*
Book Now
- Pick your Productions
- Have your requested dates and times, afternoon or evening
- Email stephanie.kalisky@smiletheatre.com
- We will confirm and schedule your performances
- Fees are due on or before the performance date
* Save Time & Money and make scheduling easy by registering for regular Smile programming. Book dates from weekly to bi-monthly throughout the year, and we customize and select from our available Mainstage Touring Productions, Smile Presents and Serenades programs. Enjoy a regular “Smile Time” that everyone can look forward to!
Email stephanie.kalisky@smiletheatre.com to arrange for your regular programming
Smile A Little Smile Performances
The First Gnome-el
Available November 6 – December 23, 2023 A sweet Holiday Concert/cabaret with lots of favourite tunes, and the heart-warming story of Norm the Gnome and Joan The Gnome, and how they learn to share their treasures.
Length: 45 Mins
Cast: 2
February Serenades
Available Jan 15 – March 2, 2024
Our Serenaders win the hearts of our dear audiences, with songs of love and togetherness, bringing light and warmth to winter days.
Length 1 hr
Cast: 5 Serenaders
It Might As Well Be Spring
Available March 18 – May 18, 2024
A concert as sweet and lovely as the first blooms of springtime! Featuring classic tunes of the time when “life’s alive in everything”.
Length 1hr
Cast: 3
Sunshine Serenades
Available June 10 – July 28, 2024
Our Summer Serenaders bring the heat with upbeat songs and scorching melodies for indoor or outdoor settings.
Length 1 hr
Cast: 5
Smile A Little Smile performances coming soon. Please let us know if you are interested, and we will notify you when they are available.
Fees
Single Performance: $350
Regular Programming: $200/performance*
Book Now
- Have your requested date and time, afternoon or evening
- Email stephanie.kalisky@smiletheatre.com
- We will confirm and schedule your performance
- Fees are due on or before the performance date
* Save Time & Money and make scheduling easy by registering for regular Smile programming. Book dates from weekly to bi-monthly throughout the year, and we customize and select from our available Mainstage Touring Productions, Smile Presents and Serenades programs. Enjoy a regular “Smile Time” that everyone can look forward to!
Email stephanie.kalisky@smiletheatre.com to arrange for your regular programming
Smile Serenades
A fun and uplifting visit by roving performers, who sing and interact with residents or patients in a single room or common area, or in multiple rooms, hallways, and room to room. Bright songs and lively exchanges are sure to put a smile on everyone’s face!
- Length – 2 hours roving in-person, 1 hour single room in-person (interactive group session), 30 minutes online
- Cast: 5 performers
Fall Session
September 11 – October 22, 2023
Holiday Session
November 6 – December 23, 2023
Winter Session
Spring Session
Monday March 18 –May 18, 2024
Summer Session
Monday June 10 – July 28, 2024
Fees
Single in-person visit: $350
Residency (three or more visits) $200/visit
Online Serenades: $100/ 30-minute visit
Book Now
- Have your requested dates and times, afternoon or evening
- Email stephanie.kalisky@smiletheatre.com
- We will confirm and schedule your visits
- Fees are due on or before the visit date
* Save Time & Money and make scheduling easy by registering for the Smile Serenades Residency. Book dates from weekly to bi-monthly throughout the year.
Email stephanie.kalisky@smiletheatre.com to arrange for your regular programming
Home Visits
Smile Serenaders visit individuals receiving care at home, to have a chat and sing some familiar songs together.
Length: 30 minutes
Cast: 2 or more Serenaders
Fees: $25/visit
Book Now
- Have your requested dates and times
- Email stephanie.kalisky@smiletheatre.com
- We will confirm and schedule your visits
- Fees are due on or before the visit date
Smile Online
Online versions of our Mainstage Touring Productions , Smile Presents and Smile Serenades are available
Happy Calls
Happy Calls participants receive a personal phone or video call from 2 or more Smile Serenaders for songs and lively conversation.
Length: 20 minutes
Cast: 2 or more
Fees: $15 / call
- Have your requested dates and times
- Email stephanie.kalisky@smiletheatre.com
- We will confirm and schedule your visits
- Fees are due on or before the visit date
Recorded Content
We are pleased to provide access to our recorded shows, one-song videos, and special projects.