In association with ONE FOUR ONE COLLECTIVE & NASSIM SOLEIMANPOUR PRODUCTIONS,
THE ASSEMBLY THEATRE Proudly Present:
WHITE RABBIT RED RABBIT
by Nassim Soleimanpour
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In what promises to be the must-see theatrical events of the year, each performance features a different actor, a sealed envelope, and absolutely no rehearsal. With no director, no set, and no safety net, the performer receives the script the moment they step on stage. The actor performing each night is instructed to do no research about the play and just simply show up and read what’s contained in the envelope. What unfolds is spontaneous, fearless, and thrillingly unpredictable, once-in-a-lifetime experience for audiences and performers alike. Each night features a different performer creating a completely unique, unrepeatable live event. No two audiences will ever experience the same production.
PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE
Thurs February 5 2026 @ 8:00pm: LUIS FERNANDES
Fri February 6 2026 @ 8:00pm: NAOMI SNIECKUS
Sat February 7 2026 @ 8:00pm: TONY NAPPO
Mon February 9 2026 @ 8:00pm: ANAND RAJARAM
Tues February 10 2026 @ 8:00pm: ANNE VAN LEUWEEN
Thurs February 12 2026 @ 8:00pm: ALIA RASUL
Fri February 13 2026 @ 8:00pm: KEN HALL
* Sat February 14 2026 @ 2:00pm: CLAIRE ARMSTRONG
Tues February 17 2026 @ 8:00pm: JAMIE CAVANAGH
Wed February 18 2026 @ 8:00pm: THERESA TOVA
Thurs February 19 2026 @ 8:00pm: DIANA BENTLEY
Fri February 20 2026 @ 8:00pm: ENNIS ESMER
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* 2:00pm matinee
February 5 - 20 2026
The Assembly Theatre - 1479 Queen St. W.
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Since its explosive 2011 premiere at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and Toronto’s SummerWorks Festival, White Rabbit Red Rabbit has been performed over 3,000 times, translated into 30+ languages, and has been performed by some of the world’s most celebrated artists including John Hurt, Whoopi Goldberg, Nathan Lane, Bobby Cannavale, and Dominic West.
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CRITICS AROUND THE WORLD AGREE:
THIS IS ESSENTIAL THEATRE
★★★★★ “A stunning piece of theatre, thought-provoking and morally unsettling.” — FringeReview
★★★★★ “Wildly unpredictable and completely unforgettable… a testament to the power of words to transcend cultures and borders. You have to be there.” — New Zealand Herald
★★★★ “An originality about the form… and an urgency that commands attention.” — The Scotsman
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This production will feature 15 different actors over 15 nights. To celebrate the diverse theatre community in Toronto, this production will feature a range of artists from Dora winning actors to new grads. Performers include; Luis Fernandes, Naomi Snieckus, Tony Nappo, Anne van Leeuwen, Diana Bentley, Ken Hall, Claire Armstrong, Alia Rasul, Jamie Cavanagh, and Theresa Tova with more to be announced in the coming weeks.
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CONTENT WARNING: Please be advised that this play deals with sensitive topics that may make some people uncomfortable. White Rabbit, Red Rabbit is a play written to surprise the audience as well as the performer. For the sake of the play, it is not possible to be more specific regarding these sensitive topics. However, if you do wish to speak to someone about any concerns, please contact the theatre or read the content warnings here​
FAQs
Is this show all-ages?
This show is appropriate for kids 12+.
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Is The Assembly Theatre wheelchair accessible?
Unfortunately, The Assembly Theatre, is not wheelchair accessible. There is one step at the entrance and stairs to the lobby and performance space. We acknowledges this limitation and hopes accessibility improvements are possible in the future.
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Is there food and drink available?
Yes. The Assembly Theatre has a lobby bar offering drinks and light concessions.
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Are tickets refundable?
Tickets non-refundable but are transferable. If you’re unable to attend, we encourage you to transfer your ticket to a friend or gift it to someone who would enjoy the show! :)
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Do I need to print my ticket?
No. We can scan tickets from your phone at the door.'
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How long is the show?
Approximately 75 minutes, with no intermission
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