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Picnic at Hanging Rock
Written by Laura Annawyn Shamas
Based on the book by Joan Lindsay
Directed by Tanisha Taitt
For a group of Australian schoolgirls, a romantic Valentine's Day outing ends in an intriguing mystery. What has happened to the three seniors and the mathematics teacher on top of the jagged peaks of Hanging Rock? The baffling disappearance takes its toll on a small community in the Australian countryside. What seems pristine and proper on the outside may not be free of moral corruption on the inside.
The Parliament of the Birds
Written by Guillermo Verdecchia
Freely adapted from Farid Ud-Din Attar’s The Conference of the Birds.
Directed by Soheil Parsa
Believing better is possible is the first step. When the call goes out the birds of the world – all sizes, colours, and abilities – gather as one great flock and embark on an epic journey in search of self, enlightenment, and truth. The beloved allegorical poem by Persian poet Farid al-Din Attar comes to life in a new adaptation filled with hope, that is both timeless and sits firmly in the present.
Other creative artists include Sarah O’Brien* (stage management); Jackie Chau (set design); Maria Kofman (costume design – The Parliament of The Birds); Des’ree Gray (costume design – Picnic at Hanging Rock); Logan Raju Cracknell (lighting design); Scott Banks (sound design); and Parmida Vand (composer – The Parliament of The Birds).
The Theatre School at George Brown Polytechnic is one of Canada’s foremost training grounds for young actors. The curriculum is a rigorous, conservatory-style approach where most courses are directly related to the acting profession. The faculty is comprised of working professionals (actors, directors, teachers) who guide students into achieving their potential as performing artists.
What: Picnic at Hanging Rock and The Parliament of The Birds
Who: George Brown Theatre
Where: Soulpepper Theatre, 50 Tankhouse Lane in Toronto’s Distillery Historic District
When: April 7th – April 18th, 2026
Tickets: Adults $27, Seniors $22, Students $12
Rush seats available for all performances
Box Office: 416.866.8666
Websites: https://www.georgebrown.ca/mainstage-picnic-at-hanging-rock
https://www.georgebrown.ca/mainstage-the-parliament-of-the-birds
*The participation of these artists is arranged by permission of Canadian Actors’ Equity Association under the provisions of the Dance.Opera.Theatre Policy (DOT)
About George Brown Polytechnic
George Brown Polytechnic equips graduates with the career-ready skills and real-world experience to thrive in today’s dynamic job market. With three campuses in downtown Toronto, we blend academic excellence with hands-on learning. Our students sharpen their skills in simulated work environments like The Chefs’ House and WAVE Clinics, engage with 5,000+ industry partners through experiential learning and research, and access global opportunities across Europe, Asia, Africa and the Americas. George Brown offers more than 200 career-focused programs, including degrees, diplomas and certificates, along with 175 continuing education certificates and designations. Each year, we welcome nearly 30,000 full-time students and receive more than 63,000 continuing education registrations. Learn more at georgebrown.ca.
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