Storming the stage: The breakthrough artists of Toronto's theatre scene in 2023

Mariya Khomutova had already amassed an impressive resumé full of stage classics in her native Ukraine when she debuted, with her Canadian husband, Matthew MacKenzie, their autobiographical play “The First Métis Man of Odesa.”

Source: Toronto Star

Author of the Article: Glenn Sumi Special to the Star

Whether recent theatre school grads, mid-career artists or ensemble members finally offered a lead, their names will elicit joy and recognition in future programs.

Every year, a handful of lesser known theatre artists are so impressive that they break through to a new level of recognition.

They might be recent theatre school grads, mid-career artists with established reputations elsewhere or ensemble members finally offered a shot at a lead. Whatever the case, going forward, their names in programs will elicit joy and recognition.

Here, in alphabetical order, are some theatre artists who got me and other theatregoers googling their names at intermission.