Play Creation

Odyssey has Canada’s only play development program that specializes in mask and movement-based theatre forms.  

Through our program, we have brought 12 original full-length plays and 13 full-length new translation-adaptations of international classics to full production on our Theatre Under the Stars stage. As well, we have created and produced 7 original one-act plays that have been presented at museums, galleries, festivals and theatres, and 5 audio dramas exploring myth in the contemporary world for The Other Path. Writers who have participated in our program include David Craig, Lib Spry, Kim Selody, Marty Chan, Emily Pohl-Weary and Jo Walton.

Stay tuned for more on how you can apply to our New Play Development program in 2027! 

Be sure to also learn more about the OAC Recommender Grants for Theatre Creators