An older man in a navy blazer and light blue shirt sits at a glossy desk under red stage lighting, holding a smartphone in one hand while covering much of his face with the other. A small Canadian flag pin is attached to his lapel, and a red pocket square is tucked into his jacket. Large screens with red and purple geometric patterns fill the background.
Photo of Tom Rooney by Dahlia Katz
Photo of Tom Rooney by Dahlia Katz

Rogers v. Rogers

A Crow’s Theatre Production Presented with Canadian Stage
Adapted for the stage by Michael Healey
Based on Rogers v. Rogers: The Battle for Control of Canada’s Telecom Empire by Alexandra Posadzki
Directed by Chris Abraham
Starring Tom Rooney

Nov 8, 2026 - Dec 13, 2026
Berkeley Street Theatre

Last season’s sold-out hit returns.

After a record-breaking, sold-out run at Crow’s last season, Rogers v. Rogers returns for a limited run at Canadian Stage.

Telecom tycoon Ted Rogers built an empire by turning Canada’s airwaves into cash. Now his son Edward, long dismissed by his father, is fighting for control of the family business. Meanwhile, shrewd public servant Matthew Boswell is determined to derail Rogers’ multibillion-dollar takeover of Shaw Communications.

Inspired by one of the most dramatic boardroom showdowns in Canadian history, this riveting drama examines the price of pushing back, the unraveling bonds of kin, and the legacy that money can—and cannot—buy.

From award-winning playwright Michael Healey, writer of The Master Plan and The Drawer Boy, comes a story of outsized ambition, personal grudges, and corporate power. Rogers v. Rogers is Performed by acclaimed stage actor Tom Rooney, whose celebrated work includes Crow’s productions of Fifteen Dogs and Uncle Vanya.

Please note: This production will take place at Berkeley Street Theatre / Marilyn and Charles Baillie Theatre (Canadian Stage, 26 Berkeley St)


CRITIC'S PICK
A dizzying one-man showcase for Tom Rooney.

The Globe and Mail

★★★☆
A hoot for every long-suffering Rogers customer.

Toronto Star

★★★★☆
Crow’s Theatre hatches another masterful plan with ‘Rogers v. Rogers’.

Next Magazine

CRITIC'S PICK
Exciting, thoughtful and crowd-pleasing.

Glenn Sumi

Artistic Team

Tom Rooney