Elevator Theatre Company creates bold, intimate theatre rooted in honesty, depth, and compelling storytelling.
We are committed to producing work with artistic rigor, emotional resonance, and uncompromising attention to craft. We choose stories that challenge us, spark reflection, and invite honest conversation rather than offer easy escape. Our productions explore the complicated, imperfect, and deeply human parts of life with clarity and courage.
Through strong performances and imaginative staging, we create theatrical experiences that feel immediate and alive. We believe theatre should engage both heart and mind, spark meaningful conversation, and deepen our understanding of one another.
Our mission is to make theatre that matters by creating work that challenges, inspires, and brings people together.
Click here to read about our upcoming move to Halifax, summer of 2026.
Elevator Theatre Company was founded by Josh Rigo, with its first season premiering in Ottawa in 2024.
ETC 26/27 Season Sponsor
House of Eights Dance Studio is not only Elevator Theatre Company’s 26/27 season sponsor but also our home base in Halifax. Located in the heart of downtown, House of Eights is Atlantic Canada’s go-to destination for drop-in dance classes. Open seven days a week, their schedule offers over 35 classes across more than a dozen styles for adults 14 and up—so you can try something new every week, from hip hop and contemporary to heels and jazz funk.
Founded in 2019 by Abady Alzahrani, House of Eights is a vibrant community space dedicated to dance education, artist development, and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels celebrated. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned dancer, their faculty are ready to guide you in a professional, fun, and supportive setting.
Discover more at www.houseofeights.com.
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