Upcoming Events
Come join us at the Royal Theatre for a variety of exciting events that are not to be missed! We host film screenings, local festivals, and conferences. Whether you’re a film buff or an industry professional, the Royal Theatre provides a unique and welcoming environment for everyone. Join us for a night of entertainment, community, and creative expression. Take a look at our upcoming events below!
- The musical “You [Romance]” , April 15th
You [Romance] is Ukraine’s first original historical musical, offering a unique opportunity to witness past-century writers as living, breathing people. The story revolves around Slovo House in Kharkiv, a building where the Soviet regime executed hundreds of members of Ukraine’s early 20th-century creative elite.
This production sweeps away the dust of time from the names of Mykola Khvylovy, Les Kurbas, Volodymyr Sosiura, Mykhailo Semenko, and others. For the first time, events such as poet Pavlo Tychyna’s betrayal, Sosiura’s service in the Third Assault Brigade, the execution of every second Ukrainian writer at Slovo House, and Khvylovy’s tragic suicide are set to music. These figures come alive on screen right before your eyes—an experience beyond words.
Мюзикл «Ти [Романтика]» в кіно – це перший в Україні історичний оригінальний мюзикл, який дає можливість подивитися на живих письменників минулого сторіччя, на живих людей. Історія розповідає про Будинок Слово в Харкові, в якому було вбито радянською владою сотні представників української творчої еліти початку ХХ століття.
Ти [Романтика]» змітає пил часу з імен Хвильового, Курбаса, Сосюри, Семенка… Вперше покладені на музику історія зради поета Павла Тичини, служба у Третій Штурмовій Володимира Сосюри, розстріл кожного другого з українських письменників у Будинку Слово, самогубство Миколи Хвильового… Імена, що оживають на екрані, просто на ваших очах, – непередаваний словами досвід.
Режисер «Ти [Романтика]» Олександр Хоменко: «Це не вистава про трагедію Розстрільного відродження, бо скільки вже можна сумувати. Це не вистава з ключовою ідеєю, що «треба любити Україну і тоді все буде добре». Ні. Цього недостатньо. Це вікно у минуле, коли ти приходиш і розчиняєшся в Харківському Будинку Слова, в тій епосі, в діалогах Сосюри, Хвильового. Ось що таке романтика — це можливість подорожувати у часі.»For all ticket inquiries please email: hello@feverup.com
- SKEET , April 16th
Join us for a special one-night-only screening of the award-winning and CSA-nominated film Skeet. Director and lead actor will be in attendance, followed by a Q&A session. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to experience the film up close and personal!
Synopsis
Fresh out of prison, Billy Skinner returns to his transformed low-income neighborhood, now populated by Syrian refugees. Struggling to overcome his dark past, Billy forges an unexpected bond with Mo, a compassionate Syrian immigrant determined to build a better life for his family.For all ticket inquiries please email: hello@feverup.com
- Theatre Play ‘Kyivska Perepichka’ , April 23rd
“Kyivska Perepichka” is a poignant and provocative one-woman show by Irma Vitovska, a theatrical rollercoaster that reflects on the lives and dreams of Ukrainians following the full-scale invasion. This performance is a fusion of opposing emotions and genres: from tears to laughter, from lyricism to vengeance, from an intimate confession to radical phantasmagoria.
Honored Artist of Ukraine Irma Vitovska is widely recognized for her numerous roles in theater and film. She holds a special place in the hearts of multiple generations of Ukrainians around the world. Beyond her acting career, Irma is an active public figure and volunteer. She is one of Ukraine’s leading thought leaders, inspiring and cultivating deep patriotism and love for Ukrainian culture through her example.
THIS PLAY IS PERFORMED IN UKRAINIAN.
Про виставу:
«Київська перепічка» – щемка і провокативна моновистава-гойдалка Ірми Вітовської в якій через особистий досвід розповідається про життя і мрії українців після повномасштабного вторгнення. Ця вистава – суміш протилежних емоцій і жанрів: від сліз до сміху, від лірики до помсти, від інтимної сповіді до радикальної фантасмагорії.Про акторку Ірму Вітовську:
Заслужена артистка України Ірма Вітовська відома своїми численними ролями у театрі та кіно. Вона посідає особливе місце в серцях де-кількох поколінь українців у всьому світі. Оскільки крім своєї акторської діяльності, пані Ірма веде активну громадську та волонтерську діяльність. Вона є однією з провідних лідерок думок, яка надихає та своїм прикладом виховує в українцях глибокий патріотизм та любов до українського.ЦЕЙ СПЕКТАКЛЬ ВИКОНУЄТЬСЯ УКРАЇНСЬКОЮ МОВОЮ.
For all ticket inquiries please email: hello@feverup.com
- Toronto Ukrainian Film Festival, April 24th-27th
The Toronto Ukrainian Film Festival Unveils 2025 Program
Award-winning films Under the Volcano, Porcelain War, Forever-Forever, and more at The Royal Theatre this April
“Ukraine is like porcelain,
easy to break yet impossible to destroy.”
— PORCELAIN WAR Artist / Director Slava Leontyev
TORONTO — Roman Lysiak, founder of the Toronto Ukrainian Film Festival (TUFF), announced today the program for the third annual festival, running from April 24 to 27 at The Royal (608 College St.). Featuring a lineup of remarkable films and documentaries, this year’s festival once again showcases a full range of powerful, recent work by award-winning, contemporary filmmakers. Tickets are on sale now at tuff.film.
“It’s no coincidence that our third festival launch aligns with the three-year anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine,” said Roman Lysiak. “Remarkably, there are powerful and important films still being made by Ukrainians, in all genres, but the many things we’re losing in this conflict include some of the world’s most talented storytellers. The creative future is at great risk, for so many around the world. Together through TUFF we will celebrate and stand up for Ukraine, in Canada, uniting together around the power of film.”
During the festival, TUFF will partner with Toronto’s St. Volodymyr Institute (SVI) to present guest speakers and ancillary programming, with more details to be announced.
TUFF 2025
UNDER THE VOLCANO – Thursday, April 24, 7 p.m.
Stranded in Tenerife as war erupts back home, a Ukrainian family faces isolation, fear, and buried tensions in this gripping drama from award-winning director Damian Kocur.
(2024 Drama, 102 minutes, Ukrainian/English with English subtitles)VIKTOR – Friday, April 25, 6:00 p.m.
A Deaf man in war-torn Kharkiv dreams of becoming a warrior but is denied at every turn. This striking documentary blends intimate storytelling with immersive sound design to reflect his world. Directed by Olivier Sarbil.
(2024 Documentary, 91 minutes, Ukrainian/Russian with English subtitles)THE GLASS HOUSE – Friday, April 25, 9 p.m.
When her daughter vanishes under suspicious circumstances, a perfectionist architect must confront harsh truths—and seek help from the ex-husband she left behind. Directed by Taras Dron.
(2023 Drama, 99 minutes, Ukrainian with English subtitles)U ARE THE UNIVERSE – Saturday, April 26, 2:00 p.m.
After Earth’s destruction, a lone Ukrainian space trucker embarks on a cosmic journey to find the only other survivor—an elusive French woman on a distant space station. Directed by Pavlo Ostrikov.
(2024 Sci-Fi/Drama, 90 minutes, Ukrainian/French with English subtitles)FOREVER-FOREVER – Saturday, April 26, 5:00 p.m.
Set in late 1990s Kyiv, Forever-Forever is a raw portrait of a group of rebellious youth thrust into adulthood too soon, navigating the wreckage of the Soviet regime. Directed by Anna Buryachkova.
(2023 Drama. 107 minutes, Ukrainian with English subtitles)SCREAM OF MY BLOOD: A GOGOL BORDELLO STORY – Saturday, April 26, 9p.m.
The electrifying rise of Gogol Bordello’s Eugene Hütz—from his immigrant roots to punk rock fame and his defiant return to Ukraine during the war. Directed by Nate Pommer and Eric Weinrib.
(2023 Documentary, 99 minutes, English/Ukrainian with English subtitles)VIKTOR ROBOT – Sunday, April 27, 11:00 a.m.
In the distant future, Vika and her tiny robot companion embark on a thrilling quest to rescue Vika’s grandfather and restore the artificial star that powers their universe. As they face obstacles along the way, their journey transforms from a simple mission into a powerful story of friendship, empathy, and teamwork. Directed by Anatoliy Lavrenishyn.
(2020 Animated Family Adventure, 75 minutes, Ukrainian with English subtitles)A PICTURE TO REMEMBER – Sunday, April 27, 1:30 p.m.
A deeply personal essay film tracing a Ukrainian family’s experience of war and loss in Donbas through the lens of three generations of women, offering a haunting reflection on memory and survival. Directed by Olga Chernykh.
(2023 Documentary, 72 minutes, Russian/Ukrainian with English subtitles)PORCELAIN WAR – Sunday, April 27, 4:30 p.m.
Winner of Sundance’s Grand Jury Prize, this stunning documentary follows three Ukrainian artists who stay behind, wielding their art, cameras, and guns to fight for their homeland. Directed by Brendan Bellomo and Slava Leontyev.
(2024 Documentary, 87 minutes, Ukrainian with English subtitles) - Candice Brathwaite, June 10th
Candice Brathwaite is coming to the Royal Theatre on March 7th!
Join critically acclaimed 2x Sunday Times bestselling author, journalist, and TV presenter Candice Brathwaite for her debut U.S. tour, “Manifesto: Live!”
In this empowering event, Candice shares her revolutionary and inclusive approach to manifesting, focusing on the four pillars of Wellness, Wealth, Love, and Happiness. With her customary no-nonsense candor, she will guide you toward the life you desire, demonstrating that manifesting is for everyone—regardless of background or life experiences.
Whether you’re looking to improve your health, career, finances, or love life, or simply seeking contentment in your everyday routine, this is your opportunity to learn directly from a woman who has mastered the art of manifesting through real-world challenges. Don’t miss this chance to be inspired and equipped to transform your dreams into reality.
Candice Brathwaite is renowned for her critically acclaimed books, including “I Am Not Your Baby Mother” and “Sista Sister,” which address the unique experiences of Black British mothers and women. Her latest work, “Manifesto,” delves into the practical steps of manifestation, making the practice accessible to all. Beyond her writing, Candice co-hosts the smash-hit podcast “Closet Confessions,” which has amassed over 3 million downloads and several sold-out shows in its first year.
For all ticket inquiries email: ticketing@admitone.com
