A stylized promotional image featuring eight diverse individuals, each captured mid-song or mid-expression, against a dark background with blue lighting. The central figure, a woman with long dark hair, appears joyful with her eyes closed and head slightly tilted back. The surrounding individuals show a range of emotions, including serenity, intensity, and passion, suggesting a musical or choral performance.
Photo of Zorana Sadiq, Hailey Gillis, Alicia Ault, Giles Tomkins, Ben Carlson, Jacqueline Thair, Andrew Broderick, Damien Atkins by Dahlia Katz.
Photo of Zorana Sadiq, Hailey Gillis, Alicia Ault, Giles Tomkins, Ben Carlson, Jacqueline Thair, Andrew Broderick, Damien Atkins by Dahlia Katz.

Octet

A Crow’s Theatre, Soulpepper Theatre, and The Musical Stage Company Co-production
Music, lyrics, book, and vocal arrangements by Dave Malloy
Directed by Chris Abraham
Music Direction by Ryan deSouza
Choreography by Cameron Carver

Canadian Premiere
Sep 9, 2025 - Oct 26, 2025
Guloien Theatre

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From three-time Tony Award nominee Dave Malloy (Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812, Ghost Quartet) comes his latest off-Broadway sensation, Octet—directed by Chris Abraham.

In a tech-obsessed support group, eight internet addicts grapple with everything from doomscrolling to Candy Crush to conspiracy theories.

Blending razor-sharp contemporary critique with haunting choral harmonies, Octet offers a hilarious, intimate, and deeply moving exploration of human connection in the digital age.

  • Lucille Lortel Award – Outstanding New Musical
  • Drama Desk Award – Outstanding New Musical
  • Outer Critics Circle Award – Outstanding New Musical
  • Obie Award – Outstanding New Musical

CRITIC'S PICK
The music and performances are superlative. A must-see a cappella musical.

The Globe and Mail

★★★★★
Malloy has taken the musical genre to an entirely new level. This is a landmark work of musical theatre that no lover of the genre can afford to miss.

Stage Door

VOICE CHOICE
Glorious. A theatre lover’s dream. Run to get tickets for Octet; email the box office, or call the number listed below. Just do it.

Our Theatre Voice

The most relevant piece of theatre I’ve seen in a long time. The performances and production values are brilliant.

Karen Fricker, Intermission Editorial Director

Something this original and thought-provoking feels "refreshing".

Toronto Star

★★★★☆
Stunning and inctricate harmonies.

Next Magazine

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Artistic Team

Damien Atkins

Henry

Alicia Ault

Velma

Andrew Broderick

Toby

Ben Carlson

Marvin

Hailey Gillis

Karly

Zorana Sadiq

Paula

Jacqueline Thair

Jessica

Giles Tomkins

Ed

Dave Malloy

Playwright & Composer

Chris Abraham

Director

Ryan deSouza

Music Director

Cameron Carver

Choreographer

Peter Fernandes

Assistant Director

Tyler Pearse

Associate Choreographer

Rachel O'Brien

Associate Music Director

Floydd Ricketts

Associate Music Director

Joshua Quinlan

Set Designer

Imogen Wilson

Lighting Designer

Olivia Wheeler

Sound Designer

Ming Wong

Costume Designer

Nathan Bruce

Video Designer

Hannah MacMillan

Stage Manager

Krista MacIsaac

Stage Manager

Delaney Small

Assistant Stage Manager

Madeline Ius

Head of Wardrobe

Lisa Nighswander

Head of Props

Sponsors

Greg Reed Heather Howe