09 Feb

Posted at 03:43h in news

Welcome back for our 4th year of incredible One Act Plays. Last year we hit a milestone of having over 100 artists involved in producing 14 remarkable plays. This year we are so excited to announce that all plays will be performed on the Patrick Steward Stage at the Belfry from June 2-6. Moving to the main stage is going to allow more people to see the shows and give a richer performance experience to the artists. What are you waiting for? Apply now! Application close March 1st, 2026! [button size='' style='' text='Apply Now!' icon='' icon_color='' link='https://betweenwords.ca/apply/' target='_self' color='' hover_color='' border_color='' hover_border_color='' background_color=''...

11 Jun

Posted at 18:59h in news

The Between Words Theatre Festival is proud to announce the winners of its 2025 festival, held June 3–7 at the Belfry BMO Studio. The week-long celebration of new and diverse theatre talent was once again a complete sell-out for the third consecutive year....

29 May

Posted at 19:28h in interviews, news

We had the pleasure of speaking with Michael Shamata, this year’s festival adjudicator.  With decades of experience as a director, writer, and artistic leader, Michael brings a wealth of knowledge to Between Words. In our interview, he shared his thoughts on what makes a one-act play effective, how he approaches feedback, and why he values bold choices—even the ones that don’t quite land. "Between Words" implies a focus on what's communicated beyond dialogue itself. From your perspective as a seasoned theatre professional, how can a one-act play effectively utilize silence, subtext, and visual storytelling to deepen its impact? The use of these...

12 May

Posted at 22:30h in news

At the Between Words Festival, we love this format because it lets artists take risks, experiment, and tell bold stories on a manageable scale. For playwrights, it's a chance to cut straight to the core. For audiences, it means getting to experience multiple unique voices and styles in one night....