Cuisine across Canada: Hearth brings Saskatchewan flavour to national culinary championship

A taste of the Prairies, on the national stage — that’s what local restaurant Hearth wanted to bring to the 2026 Canadian Culinary Championship. “I really wanted to make something that would represent Saskatchewan, and cook something that was dear to me — something that I’ve enjoyed cooking throughout my career,” said Kevin Monych, the […]
New play in Live Five lineup explores bodily autonomy

The Boat, written by Devonshire and produced by his company, Highway 55 Productions, will premiere at The Refinery and run from Feb. 26 to March 8, 2026 as part of the Live Five season.
Canadian newcomer experience on display in ‘Suitcase Stories’

Suitcase Stories, the one-woman play written by Yi, is coming to Saskatoon presented by Burnt Thicket Theatre. The show is inspired by Yi’s first decade living in Canada, from arriving in Toronto to eventually moving to Regina and going to school.
Review: Romantic spy thriller proves to be compelling, heartbreaking theatre

‘The Romeo Initiative’ runs until Feb. 15 at Persephone Theatre. Tickets can be purchased online at persephonetheatre.org.
Saskatoon playwright makes Persephone Theatre debut with Cold War romance-thriller

“The Romeo Initiative” focuses on Karin, a West German secretary, and Markus, the “perfect man” spy sent from East Germany — and the uncertainty they feel toward each other.
New comedy-drama testing social ideals makes world premiere in Saskatoon

The Watch List, written by Rachel Aberle, will hit the stage for the first time at the Remai Arts Centre’s BackStage Stage from Feb. 4 to 14.
New documentary on Saskatoon bodybuilder set for hometown premiere

“Campaign On: A Lifetime of Athletic Pursuit” is set to premiere in Saskatoon on Oct. 8. The feature-length documentary, directed by Saskatoon’s Ryan Bruce, follows Jon Somers through his journey to be a part of his first bodybuilding competition in 30 years.
Persephone Theatre launches season with quick-witted British comedy

Persephone Theatre’s new season kicks off with a British comedy most audience members will recognize from a fun 1980s movie.
2025 Saskatoon Fringe Reviews, Part 4: A big-brained round-up

This is it — the last of PodSask’s Fringe reviews for 2025 are here! Did you miss our first batch of reviews? Our second? Our third? Check them all out, then see here which shows left us impressed and amazed over the long weekend! BRAIN What we loved: Drink water. Cry less. Call mom. Fight […]
New comedy by local playwright explores death, family and Chinese food

“18 Jews Order Chinese Food” is a based-on-real-life comedy from the mind of Saskatoon playwright Jenna Berenbaum.