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- BarrieTodaySponsored Feature
Four close harmony singers bring 1950s music and comedy to Barrie
Forever Plaid returns to Barrie as part of Theatre by the Bay's 25th Anniversary, serving up close harmonies, nostalgic pop favourites and irresistible comedy in a polished professional production at Five Points Theatre.
- CTV News BarrieMedia Coverage
It has been proclaimed that today is 'Theatre by the Bay' day
To mark the company's 25th anniversary, the City of Barrie raised a flag to celebrate Theatre by the Bay. CTV News Barrie reports on the proclamation and what it means for the local arts community.
- BarrieTodaySponsored Feature
Spotlight: A pirate adventure puts young performers centre stage in Barrie
Treasure Island: The Pirate Musical brings a pantomime-inspired take on the classic adventure story to Five Points Theatre, starring young performers from Theatre by the Bay's Mair Young Company Mentorship Program. The production combines humour, audience interaction and larger-than-life characters with music, movement and high-energy storytelling.
- Stage DoorMedia Coverage
Barrie: Theatre by the Bay Presents Two Productions This August
Theatre by the Bay's 25th anniversary continues this August with two major productions: the musical comedy Forever Plaid and the family production Treasure Island: The Pirate Musical. The article highlights the company's commitment to professional theatre, community partnership and accessible live performance in Barrie and beyond.
- BarrieTodaySponsored Feature
Two shows, one summer of theatre magic at Theatre by the Bay
Theatre by the Bay is celebrating its 25th anniversary with two summer productions in Barrie, pairing the musical comedy Forever Plaid with the family-friendly Treasure Island: The Pirate Musical.
- BarrieTodayMedia Coverage
Barrie Theatre Festival offers sneak peek ahead of June run
Six different shows will hit the stage over 10 days from June 4 to June 13 at the Five Points Theatre in downtown Barrie, with local media getting a sneak peek at what's in store.
- Barrie 360Media Coverage
Barrie Theatre Festival returns aiming to bring audiences in with accessible, short-form productions
The Barrie Theatre Festival returns featuring six short-form productions designed to make live theatre more accessible to audiences of all experience levels, with performances ranging from comedy and music to contemporary dance.
- Tourism BarrieMedia Coverage
Where Stories Gather: The Barrie Theatre Festival
This June, downtown Barrie becomes a place you experience through stories, movement, laughter, and shared imagination as the Barrie Theatre Festival returns to Five Points Theatre with ten days of carefully curated professional theatre.
- BarrieTodayMedia Coverage
Cameo with a twist: Barrie mayor helps launch new theatre season
After years behind podiums and microphones, Barrie Mayor Alex Nuttall stepped into a different kind of spotlight — theatre lights — making a cameo to help Theatre by the Bay launch its 25th Anniversary season.
- BarrieTodaySponsored Feature
Theatre by the Bay marks 25 years with a signature season of elevated experiences
As it celebrates its 25th anniversary, Theatre by the Bay is presenting its 2026 Signature Season, a carefully curated series of high-quality, experience-driven productions designed to engage audiences, attract visitors and elevate its position as a professional theatre company in the region.
- InnisfilTodayMedia Coverage
Theatre by the Bay unveils 2026 Signature Season lineup
Theatre by the Bay has announced its 2026 Signature Season, marking the company's 25th anniversary with events including the Barrie Theatre Festival in June at Five Points Theatre.
- BradfordTodayMedia Coverage
Theatre by the Bay unveils 2026 Signature Season lineup
Theatre by the Bay has announced its 2026 Signature Season, marking the company's 25th anniversary with events including the Barrie Theatre Festival in June at Five Points Theatre.
- BarrieTodayMedia Coverage
Theatre by the Bay unveils 2026 Signature Season lineup
Theatre by the Bay has announced its 2026 Signature Season, marking the company's 25th anniversary with a confident lineup that includes the Barrie Theatre Festival, Forever Plaid, Young Company: Treasure Island, Murder by the Bay, and Stars Come Out.
- BarrieTodaySponsored Feature
Why Barrie audiences don't need to travel to Toronto for world-class theatre
Theatre by the Bay blends professional artistry with small-city hospitality, offering big-stage experiences close to home with trained actors and production staff who have credits at Mirvish, Stratford, Shaw, and Broadway.
- Ludwig Van TorontoMedia Coverage
Preview: Sex T-Rex's Crime After Crime (After Crime) at the inaugural Barrie Theatre Festival
Sex T-Rex's unique and award-winning Crime After Crime (After Crime) returns to the stage for the first ever Barrie Theatre Festival, presented by Theatre By The Bay, running August 7 to 12 as part of the Festival's Canada-Wide Series.
- Barrie 360Media Coverage
The Barrie Theatre Festival is coming this August: Here's what to expect
From August 7 to 17, the Barrie Theatre Festival, powered by Theatre by the Bay, hits the stage with 32 performances, three curated series, and one clear goal: to make professional theatre more accessible, diverse, and exciting than ever before.
- Barrie 360Media Coverage
Theatre by the Bay Returns With a Bang
The beloved Barrie Theatre Festival is back this August for a 10-day celebration of live storytelling and stagecraft, with 32 performances lined up promising something for every taste and age.
- BarrieTodayMedia Coverage
Genre-bending comedy bringing 'deep belly laughs' to Barrie
Award-winning physical comedy Crime After Crime (After Crime) by Sex T-Rex runs Aug. 7 to 12 as part of Theatre by the Bay's Canada-Wide Series at the inaugural Barrie Theatre Festival.
- Stage DoorMedia Coverage
Crime After Crime (After Crime) plays at the Barrie Theatre Festival
Award-winning genre comedy specialists Sex T-Rex return with Crime After Crime (After Crime), onstage from August 7-12, 2025 at Five Points Theatre as part of the Canada-Wide Series at Theatre By The Bay's inaugural Barrie Theatre Festival.
Announcements
Latest from the company
City of Barrie proclaims August 21, 2026 as Theatre by the Bay Day
The City of Barrie has announced that August 21, 2026 will be officially recognized as Theatre by the Bay Day in celebration of our 25th anniversary.
Watch the proclamation
Official Releases
Four-Part Harmony and High-Seas Adventure Take Centre Stage in Central Ontario This August
Theatre by the Bay announces the complete casts of Forever Plaid and Treasure Island — The Pirate Musical for its 25th Anniversary Season, with performances in Gravenhurst and Barrie throughout August 2026.
Theatre by the Bay Earns Three Readers' Choice Awards in 2026
Theatre by the Bay has been recognized with three prestigious honours in the 2026 Readers' Choice Awards: Gold for Best Live Theatre, Platinum for Best Local Festival and Platinum for Best Local Tourist Attraction.
Jammin' 4 Launches as a New Signature Community Fundraiser in Support of Theatre by the Bay
Inaugural Jammin' 4 live music fundraiser debuts May 29, 2026 at The Ranch 2.0 in Barrie, with all proceeds supporting Theatre by the Bay.
Theatre by the Bay Announces Award-Winning Comedy Troupe Sex T-Rex Returns with Swordplay as Feature Production of the Barrie Theatre Festival June 4–13, 2026
Acclaimed Toronto-based Sex T-Rex returns to Barrie with their smash-hit comedy Swordplay: A Play of Swords, presented by A. Jones Wealth and Estate Planning.
Theatre by the Bay Announces 2026 Signature Season
Celebrating 25 years with elevated professional theatre, strong artist mentorship, and community connection.