The Verdict is in… Reviews for The Murder of Roger Ackroyd are here
Read the full reviews by clicking on the links below. "The Murder of Roger Ackroyd is theatre at its most enjoyable: witty, well‑paced, and anchored by [...]
AUDITION NOTICE: Pressure, February 28 and March 7, 2026
OPEN CALL AUDITION: Pressure - February 28 and March 7, 2026 Ottawa Little Theatre presentsPressureWritten by: David HaigDirected by: Ian GilliesProduction Dates:June 10 - 27, 2026 [...]
OLT Merchandise
Introducing Ottawa Little Theatre’s new merch, designed for the people in the seats and the people behind the scenes Pre-orders can be paid for and picked [...]
2025-2026 OLT Board of Directors
We are pleased to present to you the 2025-2026 OLT Board of Directors As a result of the election held at the 112th Season Ottawa Little [...]
OLT President’s Holiday Message – December 2025
Our President Albert Lightstone on the set of A Sherlock Carol - Photo by Maria Vartanova. Greetings everyone, How can we already be at the tail [...]
Reviews for A Sherlock Carol
Read the full reviews by clicking on the quotes below. "Director Josh Kemp delivers a tight, entertaining production that more than earns the price of admission. [...]
In the Media: A Sherlock Carol on CBC Ottawa Morning
Radio: CBC's Ottawa Morning CBC: In A Sherlock Carol, actors Sean Dwyer (Sherlock Holmes) and Rob McMullan (Scrooge) bring a mash-up of Victorian literary heroes to [...]
Holmes for the Holidays!
We’re collecting food on behalf of the Ottawa Food Bank during the run of A Sherlock Carol and you could crack the case of winning a [...]
Spotlight on Volunteers: OLT neighbours Tim and Judy Kiriak get into the Act saving our street!
By Ricarda McFalls Ottawa Little Theatre’s downtown location has long been an asset to our city’s cultural vibrancy, attracting thousands of patrons to the city’s core [...]
OLT’s 2025 Annual General Meeting, Holiday Party & Board of Directors Election
INVITATION - All members of the Ottawa Little Theatre are invited to the 2025 Annual General Meeting & Holiday Season Warm-Up Party When: Saturday November 29, 2025 [...]
OLT Hosts Annual Halloween Party
All photos courtesy of Maria Vartanova. On Saturday, October 25, 2025, the Ottawa Little Theatre (OLT) held its annual Halloween party combined with a whole slew [...]
Reviews for Turn of the Screw
Read the full reviews by clicking on the quotes below. "Perfect for the spooky Halloween season, Turn of the Screw is eerie and just unsettling enough [...]
OLT Presents For the Better – A One-Act Play
OLT Presents "For the Better" – A One-Act Play at the Halloween Party This Saturday we are thrilled to present For the Better, an original one-act play [...]
Spotlight Gallery: Ian Fraser – Thespian and Sculptor
Ian Fraser, thespian and sculptor, engages patrons in participatory art – the art of storytelling! By Ricarda McFalls During the run of Always a Bridesmaid, our [...]
AUDITION NOTICE: Death of a Salesman (role of Willy Loman only), November 1, 2025
OPEN CALL AUDITION: Death of a Salesman - for the role of Willy Loman only - Nov 1, 2025 NOTE: Auditions for the remaining 12 roles [...]
AUDITION NOTICE: The Murder of Roger Ackroyd, November 1, 2025
OPEN CALL AUDITION: The Murder of Roger Ackroyd - November 1, 2025 Ottawa Little Theatre presents The Murder of Roger Ackroyd Written by: Agatha Christie adapted [...]
OLT’s Halloween Party!
Join us for our Ghost Parade Halloween Party Saturday October 25th! Hey spooky people, OLT is having a HALLOWEEN PARTY!! When: 6:30 p.m. Saturday October 25th [...]
Reviews for Jonas and Barry in the Home
Read the full reviews by clicking on the quotes below. "Director Sarah Hearn keeps the pace lively, while David Magaldry’s set design beautifully suggests the home’s [...]
Interview: Jonas and Barry in the Home on CTV Morning Live
Jonas and Barry in the Home director Sarah Hearn and cast member Ian Stauffer join CTV Morning Live to talk all about the show. Watch the [...]
Results of the Special Meeting regarding Approving OLT Bylaw Change
On Tuesday September 16, 2025, a special meeting of the members of Ottawa Little Theatre Inc. was held with the question posed as to whether the [...]
OLT Donor and Volunteer Appreciation Gala
A Night of Theatre Elegance All photos courtesy of Maria Vartanova. Saturday night, September 13, 2025, saw the theatre transformed into a truly elegant venue for [...]
AUDITION NOTICE: Kimberly Akimbo, December 8 and 13, 2025 (N.B. change of date)
OPEN CALL AUDITION: Kimberly Akimbo - December 8 and 13, 2025 Ottawa Little Theatre presents Kimberly Akimbo Written by: David Lindsay-Abaire Directed by: Chelsey Prince Production [...]
AUDITION NOTICE: The Birds and the Bees, January 24, 2026
OPEN CALL AUDITION: The Birds and the Bees - January 24, 2026 Ottawa Little Theatre presents The Birds and the Bees Written by: Mark Crawford Directed [...]
OLT President’s Summer/Fall Message – September 2025
On the set of 37 Postcards with Mr. Pickles in the role of Skippy. Photo by Maria Vartanova Greetings everyone. I hope that you all had [...]
Reviews for Five Alarm
Read the full reviews by clicking on the quotes below. "Despite the small cast, the actors’ portrayals of the characters are all larger than life, and [...]
AUDITION NOTICE: A Sherlock Carol, September 6, 2025
OPEN CALL AUDITION: A Sherlock Carol - September 6, 2025 (N.B. CHANGE OF AUDITION DATE) Ottawa Little Theatre presents A Sherlock Carol Written by: Mark Shanahan [...]
Spotlight Gallery: Photographers Leslie Carlin and Harry Turner
Limitless and Timeless Wonder – Photographers Leslie Carlin and Harry Turner return to the Spotlight Gallery By Ricarda McFalls This month the Spotlight Gallery welcomes back [...]
AUDITION NOTICE: For the Better (EODL One-Act), August 23, 2025
OPEN CALL AUDITION: For the Better (EODL One-Act)- August 23, 2025 Ottawa Little Theatre presents For the Better By Camheron Mulhern Winner, OLT’s 84th Annual National [...]
Interview: Always a Bridesmaid with Barb Gray
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Interview: Always a Bridesmaid with Apt613
Click the image below to read Apt613's interview with "Always a Bridesmaid" director Lisa Dunn. “'There’s a character on that stage that represents a lot of [...]
Reviews for Always a Bridesmaid
Read the full reviews by clicking on the quotes below. "As with any OLT production, this is a team effort—and it shows. The camaraderie among cast [...]
Interview: Always a Bridesmaid on CTV Morning Live
Always a Bridesmaid cast members Janet Uren and Stefania Wheelhouse join CTV Morning Live to talk all about this fun, bubbly show. Watch the full interview below. [...]
In the Media: The Stage at Any Age
Three OLT Actors Profiled for Fifty-Five Plus Lifestyle Magazine In a feature article for Fifty-Five Plus Lifestyle Magazine, Dan Lalande profiles Ottawa Little Theatre actors Neil [...]
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT OUR TICKETING SYSTEM
Over the past few months, we have been busily working behind the scenes to launch a new ticketing system called Spektrix here at the Ottawa Little [...]
Winners of the 84th Annual National One-Act Playwriting Competition
June 26, 2025, Ottawa, ON – The Ottawa Little Theatre’s 84th Annual National One-Act Playwriting Competition received 68 entries from across the country. The winners join [...]
Interview: 37 Postcards with Broadway World Ottawa
Click the image below to read Broadway World Ottawa's interview with 37 Postcards cast member Lindsey Keene. "The thing about family is that it’s often wacky, eccentric, and [...]
Reviews for 37 Postcards
Read the full reviews by clicking on the quotes below. "But the casting is really what makes 37 Postcards stand out from the crowd. The whole [...]
Spotlight Gallery: Painter Marilyn Laidlaw
Painter Marilyn Laidlaw returns to the Spotlight Gallery An interview with the artist by Ricarda McFalls This June, OLT patrons can once again appreciate the works [...]
AUDITION NOTICE: Jonas and Barry in the Home, June 14, 2025
OPEN CALL AUDITION: Jonas and Barry in the Home - June 14, 2025 Ottawa Little Theatre presents Jonas and Barry in the Home Written by: Norm [...]
Fundraiser May 31: One night only – Curtain Call for Comedy
Join us for a special one-night only comedy event on Saturday May 31, 2025 at 7:30! We will be welcoming a panel of local comedians and [...]
In the Media: CKCU interview for And Then There Were None
Radio: CKCU interview Venetia Lawless, director of And Then There Were None, joins Barb Gray to talk about Agatha Christie and the show's alternate ending. Click [...]
Reviews for And Then There Were None
Read the full reviews by clicking on the quotes below. "The OLT production was my first time seeing the play, and I saw it with the [...]
In the Media: CBC interviews for And Then There Were None
Video: CBC News CBC: Agatha Christie with a plot twist - Latest production presents a classic mystery with 2 different endings. Watch the segment below or [...]
Spotlight Gallery: Photographer & Digital Artist John Wenzel
“Seeing with my mind” -- Photographer & digital artist, John Wenzel An interview with the artist by Ricarda McFalls This May, OLT patrons are invited to [...]
OLT President’s Spring Message – May 2025
Photo by Maria Vartanova. On the set of Now and Then Greetings everyone and happy spring. We are certainly due some gentler weather after one of [...]
Reviews for Now and Then
Read the full reviews by clicking on the quotes below. "Libid Zyla Harder’s set design is a standout. The bar feels intimate and lived-in, with just [...]
Interview: World Theatre Day & OLT with Apt613
World Theatre Day highlights strength of local theatre Click the image below to read Apt 613's article celebrating World Theatre Day and the Ottawa theatre scene, [...]
Interviews: Now and Then in the Media
Check out all the Now and Then media attention by clicking on the links below. Radio: CBC's All in a Day Click the image below to hear [...]
Spotlight Gallery: Mixed Media Artist Pravee Rughoobur
Transformation through imagination: Immersive experiences by mixed media artist Pravee Rughoobur An interview with the artist by Ricarda McFalls While Spring reveals her first light in [...]
AUDITION NOTICE: Five Alarm, May 10, 2025
OPEN CALL AUDITION: Five Alarm - May 10, 2025 Ottawa Little Theatre presents Five Alarm Written by: Kristen da Silva Directed by: Greg Hancock Production Dates: [...]
OLT exclusive offer: SAVE 15% off your food bill
Ottawa Little Theatre and The Albion Rooms invite you out for dinner and a show! Before being entertained by Jonas and Barry in the Home, why [...]
Reviews for The Shawshank Redemption
Read the full reviews by clicking on the quotes below. "Farrell has crafted a cohesive, well-acted, and deeply engaging production that captures the heart of Shawshank’s [...]
Interviews: The Shawshank Redemption in the Media
Check out all the Shawshank Redemption media attention by clicking on the links below. Radio: CBC's All in a Day Click the image below to hear CBC's [...]
Spotlight Gallery: Printmaker and Painter Diana Westwood Guy
Light and Landscapes: Introducing Printmaker and Painter Diana Westwood Guy An interview with the artist by Ricarda McFalls In preparation for her upcoming exhibit at the [...]
Interviews: 112 Years of OLT – The Lowertown Echo
The Lowertown Echo's Robin Etherington sits down with OLT board members Venetia Lawless and Lindsay Laviolette for a wide-ranging conversation about the challenges and successes of [...]
AUDITION NOTICE: 37 Postcards, March 1, 2025
OPEN CALL AUDITION: 37 Postcards - March 1, 2025 Ottawa Little Theatre presents 37 Posctcards Written by: Michael McKeever Directed by: Riley Stewart Production Dates: June [...]
AUDITION NOTICE: And Then There Were None, January 25, 2025
OPEN CALL AUDITION: And Then There Were None - January 25, 2025 Ottawa Little Theatre presents And Then There Were None Written by: Agatha Christie Directed [...]
OLT President’s Holiday Message – December 2024
Greetings all, Has it really been 6 months since I've written a message to you? The year has flown by and it certainly was a phenomenally [...]
Reviews for On the Farce Day of Christmas
Read the full reviews by clicking on the quotes below. "On the Farce Day of Christmas is highly engaging and deserves to become an annual classic [...]
Interviews: On the Farce Day of Christmas in the Media
Check out all the On the Farce Day of Christmas media attention by clicking on the links below. Radio: CBC's All in a Day Click the image [...]
Interview: On the Farce Day of Christmas on Rogers TV
Rogers TV Director Sarah Hearn and cast member Laura Hall join host Derek Fage. Interview starts at the 49:35 mark. Get your tickets for On the [...]
Spotlight Gallery: Multi-Talented Artist Hala Hawa
by Stephanie Haines Hanging art together in the Janigan Studio with the effervescent Hala Hawa and her friends and husband, I was lucky enough for the [...]
Announcing the OLT Board of Directors
At the 2024 Ottawa Little Theatre Annual General Meeting, all members of the current Board of Directors who ran for office were acclaimed for another 2 [...]
Outerbridge Magic Jan 2-5, 2025
Give the gift of wonder this holiday season When: Jan 2-4, 2025 at 7:30pm Jan 4-5, 2025 at 3:00pm Where: Ottawa Little Theatre Outerbridge Magic returns [...]
EODL One-Act Play Festival 2024
The Ottawa Little Theatre won big at this weekend’s EODL (Eastern Ontario Drama League) Festival hosted by Studio Theatre in Perth, Ontario. OLT’s entry was The Whitefish [...]
2024 Annual General Meeting Invitation
All members of the Ottawa Little Theatre are invited to the 2024 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING When: Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 2 pm Where: In the [...]
Interview: Guilty Conscience in Apt 613
'Guilty Conscience' director Ian Gillies discusses the unexpected nature of the performance, the show's intense themes and what he's most excited for audiences to experience. Click [...]
Reviews for Guilty Conscience
Read the full reviews by clicking on the quotes below. "With its sharp dialogue and a blurring of the lines between imagination and reality, Guilty Conscience [...]
Interviews: Guilty Conscience on Rogers TV
Rogers TV Cast members David McIntyre and Melissa Raftis join host Derek Fage. Interview starts at the 40:05 mark. Get your tickets for Guilty Conscience here! [...]
Spotlight Gallery: Multi-Talented Artist Jean Neidy
An Ottawa Little Theatre patron, talented artist Jean Neidy shares some personal stories about her artwork, currently hanging in the Janigan Studio at OLT. Let’s start [...]
AUDITION NOTICE: Now and Then, November 2, 2024
OPEN CALL AUDITION: Now and Then - November 2, 2024 Ottawa Little Theatre presents Now and Then Written by: Sean Grennan Directed by: Brian Cano Production [...]
Deadline for Cornerstone nominees extended!
If you have an exceptional volunteer that you would like to see recognized, please submit to President@ottawalittletheatre.com by October 18, 2024. Learn more and access the [...]
Interview: Romantic Comedy on CTV Morning Live
Romantic Comedy cast members Felipe Moura and Karine Charland join CTV Morning Live to talk all about the production. Watch their interview below and get your [...]
Friends of Options Housing Award – 2024
Recently the Ottawa Little Theatre (OLT) was presented the first annual Friends of Options Housing Award at the Options Housing annual general meeting (AGM). As president [...]
2024 Slate of Nominations for the Ottawa Little Theatre Board of Directors
2024 Slate of Nominations for the Ottawa Little Theatre Board of Directors The following names are being submitted to stand for election for the Board of [...]
AUDITION NOTICE: The Shawshank Redemption, November 9, 2024
OPEN CALL AUDITION: The Shawshank Redemption - November 9, 2024 Ottawa Little Theatre presents *OPEN CALL AUDITION NOTICE * The Shawshank Redemption ~ Open Auditions November [...]
Spotlight Gallery: Vernisage of Artist Harry Turner
Vernisage ( definition) – Preview of an art exhibition, before the formal opening. Saturday night September 21, 2024 is the date of the vernissage of the [...]
OLT Wardrobe Sale! Saturday September 14, 2024
The Ottawa Little Theatre is having a wardrobe sale! Join us, Saturday September 14, 2024, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, side entrance at 235 Besserer Street, [...]
Spotlight Gallery: Multi-Talented Artist Tricia Savoie
"I hope to make people stop and think about the beauty of the world and nature around us" A talented Montreal-born artist, Tricia Savoie shared some [...]
Interview: Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time on CBC
'Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time' cast member Simon-Rys Landry joins Alan Neal on CBC's All in a Day. Click the image below to [...]
Reviews for The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time
Read the full reviews by clicking on the quotes below. "...the show has a riveting plot, with some twists and light character development, but what really [...]
Interview: Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time in Apt 613
'Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time' cast mamber Simon-Rys Landry discusses his experience playing the role of Christopher. Click the image below to read [...]
AUDITION NOTICE: On the Farce Day of Christmas, August 24, 2024
OPEN CALL AUDITION: On the Farce Day of Christmas - August 24, 2024 Ottawa Little Theatre presents On the Farce Day of Christmas Written by: Ken [...]
5-Star Review for An Act of Grace at Edinburgh Fringe Festival
Fresh off the Scottish presses! OLT's An Act of Grace is getting stellar reviews on the international stage at the 2024 Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Read the [...]
EODL AUDITION NOTICE: The Whitefish River, August 24, 2024
EODL OPEN CALL AUDITION: The Whitefish River - August 24, 2024 Ottawa Little Theatre presents The Whitefish River Written by: Jessie Bergeron Directed by: Joanne Farrell Production Dates: [...]
Spotlight Gallery: An interview with Laura Kelly
OLT is displaying the artwork of Laura Kelly, a talented Ottawa artist currently showing her artwork in the Janigan Studio. How are you affiliated with OLT? [...]
Reviews for Hilda’s Yard
Read the full reviews by clicking on the quotes below. "The acting is first rate, with the entire cast giving strong performances that invest the audience [...]
Interviews: Hilda’s Yard in the Media
Check out all the Hilda's Yard media attention by clicking on the links and videos below. Radio: CBC's All in a Day Click the image below to catch [...]
AUDITION NOTICE: Guilty Conscience, July 20, 2024
OPEN CALL AUDITION: Guilty Conscience - July 20, 2024 Ottawa Little Theatre presents Guilty Conscience Written by: Richard Levison & William Link Directed by: Ian Gillies [...]
Entries to the 85th National One-Act Playwriting Competition are now Closed
The Ottawa Little Theatre is no longer accepting submissions to the85th National One-Act Playwriting Competition!Judging for the 85th competition is currently underway. Read about the winners [...]
Message from the Interim President Board of Directors Ottawa Little Theatre – July 2024
Photo by: Maria Vartanova Greetings all, I hope that everyone is in good health and enjoying our Ottawa summer. Well, in that we are six months [...]
Reviews for An Act of Grace
Read the full reviews by clicking on the quotes below. "The dialogue is sharp and snappy, complemented by strong acting—a combination that’s a recipe for success. [...]
Interview: An Act of Grace on Rogers TV
An Act of Grace director Lindsay Laviolette and cast member Venetia Lawless join Rogers TV host Derick Fage to talk all about the production (the interview [...]
AUDITION NOTICE: Romantic Comedy, June 15, 2024
OPEN CALL AUDITION: Romantic Comedy - June 15, 2024 Ottawa Little Theatre presents Romantic Comedy Written by: Bernard Slade Directed by: Brian Cano Production Dates: September [...]
OLT’S Season Sponsor Tea and Toast Celebrates its 10th Birthday
A very special happy 10th Birthday to Tea and Toast and its founder Amy Friesen. Tea and Toast has been a valued season sponsor at OLT [...]
Doors Open Ottawa 2024
By Guy Newsham and Albert Lightstone This year marks the 22nd anniversary of Doors Open Ottawa, and the members of the Ottawa Little Theatre had a [...]
Fundraiser: One Night Only Comedy Night Saturday June 1st
Edinburgh or Bust is a fundraising event taking place Saturday June 1st at 8pm at the Ottawa Little Theatre to support the OLT in bringing our [...]
Spotlight Gallery: Multi-Talented Artist Andrée J. Benson
By Stephanie Haines Andrée J. Benson, fresh off a moving performance playing Nancy in Grand Horizons, is a theatre-lover and an artist, who over the years [...]
Reviews for Stag and Doe
Read the full reviews by clicking on the quotes below. "...this uproariously funny play directed by Greg Hancock feels like you have somehow witnessed each of [...]
Interviews: Cast of Stag and Doe in the Media
Check out the all the Stag and Doe media attention by clicking on the links and videos below. Radio: CKCU FM Click the image below to catch Stag [...]