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TRiC/RTaC is the only peer-reviewed journal that focuses on exploring theatre in Canada from theoretical and historical perspectives. Subscribe Today!

Les Recherches théâtrales au Canada publient des articles qui explorent les dimensions théoriques et/ou historiques du théâtre au Canada. De plus, on peut aussi y trouver des comptes-rendus de livres traitant de tous aspects du théâtre Canadien. Focus and Scope

Approaches theatre in Canada from theoretical and/or historical perspectives, and reviews books dealing with all aspects of Canadian theatre. Theatre Research in Canada/Recherches théâtrales au Canada is a forum for scholarly material that draws from the full range of critical and historical approaches applied to the study of theatre as a multidisciplinary art, in the context of the cultures of Canada and Quebec. As such, the journal is committed to the dissemination of empirical research on the history of actors, theatre companies and buildings, chronicles of local theatres, as well as studies of individual playscripts and playwrights. Theatre Research in Canada/Recherches théâtrales au Canada is also committed to broadening of the parameters of theatre scholarship in Canada, through engagement with multi- and interdisciplinary research, studies of cultural specificity and multicultural exchange, investigations of new and emergent technologies in Canadian design and performance, and explorations of theatricality and performativity beyond the traditional contexts of theatre and drama. The journal is also committed to exploring the intersection among history, theory, and practice through increased exchange. Subscribe to TRiC/RTaC by becoming a member of the Canadian Association for Theatre Research / Association Canadian de researche théâtrale: http://www.catr-acrt.ca

Submission Guidelines

http://journals.hil.unb.ca/index.php/TRIC/about/editorialPolicies -0

Page Administrators:

Associate Editor for Electronic Publications:
Robin C. Whittaker, St. Thomas University
Executive Editor:
Barry Freeman, University of Toronto
Editorial Assistants:
Kelsy Vivash, University of Toronto
Shelley Liebembuk, University of Toronto

04/14/2026

Discover new research from Theatre Research in Canada!

Volume 46, Issue 2 features new research on Indigenization in Fransaskois theatre and how two non-Indigenous playwrights addressed colonialism through female Métis characters; examinations of family, motherhood, and identity through dynamic female characters in a still-challenging theatrical landscape; recent conflicts surrounding Fringe Festival mandates and what they mean for the future of uncurated performance in Canada; the physical theatre techniques of corporeal mime researcher Dean Fogal; and much more.

Explore the full issue here: bit.ly/TRIC462

Concordia University University of Saskatchewan Memorial University of Newfoundland

04/21/2025

University of Toronto Press invites applications for the role of Co-Editor for Theatre Research in Canada / Recherches théâtrales au Canada (TRIC/RTAC), effective July 1, 2025.

TRIC/RTAC is a bilingual, peer-reviewed journal committed to expanding the boundaries of theatre research through interdisciplinary scholarship and critical inquiry. This position seeks applicants with strong research backgrounds, editorial experience, and a forward-looking vision for the journal.

The application deadline is May 1, 2025.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/TRIC-CFE

Canadian Association for Theatre Research

02/12/2025

We are continuing to invite submissions of articles and forum pieces for Issue 46.2 (Fall 2025) until February 15, 2025.

Submissions in English and French for both sections are welcome:

• Articles (6,000-8,000 words) that draw from a range of critical academic and research-creation approaches applied to the study of theatre and performance. Submissions are peer reviewed by at least two scholars familiar with the content and/or methodology of the article.

• Forum pieces (3,000-5,000 words) can be position papers, commentary on issues of significance to the journal’s mandate, information about new and old projects, critical interviews, and research notes. Submissions are reviewed by the editorial team.
Special issue proposals for future issues are also welcome.

Learn more about this here: bit.ly/TRICcfp2025

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02/05/2025

Last Call for Submissions!

Theatre Research in Canada\Recherches théâtrales au Canada continues to invite submissions of articles and forum pieces for Issue 46.2 (Fall 2025) and Issue 47.1 (Spring 2026). TRIC/RTAC is Canada’s only peer-reviewed journal with an explicit focus on Canadian and Québécois theatre in both official languages and a dedication to supporting research that explores Indigenous theatre and performance cultures.

Submissions in English and French for both sections are welcome:

Articles (6,000-8,000 words) that draw from a range of critical academic and research-creation approaches applied to the study of theatre and performance. Submissions are peer reviewed by at least two scholars familiar with the content and/or methodology of the article.

Forum pieces (3,000-5,000 words) can be position papers, commentary on issues of significance to the journal’s mandate, information about new and old projects, critical interviews, and research notes. Submissions are reviewed by the editorial team.

Special issue proposals for future issues are also welcome.

Deadline: February 15, 2025.

Learn more about this here: https://bit.ly/TRICcfp2025

11/13/2024

Deadline extension alert!

We are continuing to invite submissions of articles and forum pieces for Issue 46.2 (Fall 2025) until December 1, 2024.

Submissions in English and French for both sections are welcome:

• Articles (6,000-8,000 words) that draw from a range of critical academic and research-creation approaches applied to the study of theatre and performance. Submissions are peer reviewed by at least two scholars familiar with the content and/or methodology of the article.

• Forum pieces (3,000-5,000 words) can be position papers, commentary on issues of significance to the journal’s mandate, information about new and old projects, critical interviews, and research notes.

Submissions are reviewed by the editorial team.

Submit by December 1, 2024.

Learn more about this here: bit.ly/TRICcfp2025

$Deadline extension alert! Theatre Research in Canada\Recherches théâtrales au Canada continues to invite submissions of ...$

11/05/2024

Deadline extension alert!

Theatre Research in Canada\Recherches théâtrales au Canada continues to invite submissions of articles and forum pieces for Issue 46.2 (Fall 2025). TRIC/RTAC is Canada’s only peer-reviewed journal with an explicit focus on Canadian and Québécois theatre in both official languages and a dedication to supporting research that explores Indigenous theatre and performance cultures.
Submissions in English and French for both sections are welcome:

Articles (6,000-8,000 words) that draw from a range of critical academic and research-creation approaches applied to the study of theatre and performance.

Submissions are peer reviewed by at least two scholars familiar with the content and/or methodology of the article.

Forum pieces (3,000-5,000 words) can be position papers, commentary on issues of significance to the journal’s mandate, information about new and old projects, critical interviews, and research notes. Submissions are reviewed by the editorial team.

Deadline: December 1, 2024.

Learn more about this here: bit.ly/TRICcfp2025

04/11/2024

Call for Papers alert! We are inviting submissions of articles and forum pieces for Issue 46.2 (Fall 2025).

Submissions in English and French for both sections are welcome:
• Articles (6,000-8,000 words) that draw from a range of critical academic and research-creation approaches applied to the study of theatre and performance. Submissions are peer reviewed by at least two scholars familiar with the content and/or methodology of the article. Due August 1, 2024.
• Forum pieces (3,000-5,000 words) can be position papers, commentary on issues of significance to the journal’s mandate, information about new and old projects, critical interviews, and research notes. Submissions are reviewed by the editorial team. Due August 1, 2024.

Learn more about this here: bit.ly/TRICcfp2025

03/15/2024

Exciting news! We are inviting submissions of articles and forum pieces for Issue 46.2 (Fall 2025). The deadline for this Call for Papers is August 1st, 2024.

TRIC/RTAC is Canada’s only peer-reviewed journal with an explicit focus on Canadian and Québécois theatre in both official languages and a dedication to supporting research that explores Indigenous theatre and performance cultures.

Submissions in English and French for both sections are welcome:
• Articles (6,000-8,000 words) that draw from a range of critical academic and research-creation approaches applied to the study of theatre and performance. Submissions are peer reviewed by at least two scholars familiar with the content and/or methodology of the article.
• Forum pieces (3,000-5,000 words) can be position papers, commentary on issues of significance to the journal’s mandate, information about new and old projects, critical interviews, and research notes. Submissions are reviewed by the editorial team.
Learn more here: bit.ly/TRICcfp2025

06/09/2023

Celebrate Volume 43, Issue 1 and Volume 44, Issue 1 of Theatre Research in Canada with us this Saturday on Zoom! We will also be joined by Canadian Theatre Review to celebrate the launch of their Volume 192!

CTR Editor-in-Cheif Heather Davis-Fisch, guest editors Taiwo Afolabi and Yasmine Kandil, along with TRIC contributors Lib Spry, Annie Smith, Heunjung Lee, Jody H. Cripps, Dider Morelli, and Charlie Peters will all be at this launch.

Join on Zoom here: https://bit.ly/3X0HDgH

05/04/2023

We’re open for submissions! Guest editors Jeffrey Klassen and Jérôme Melançon welcome proposals for an upcoming special issue on marginalization and inclusion in the francophone theatre spaces of Western Canada and the territories.

Theatre practitioners in these official language minority communities face challenges such as scarcity of resources, the need to meet the needs and desires of their audience, and the dominance of Anglophone culture. Yet, these communities are motivated by a desire to combat various forms of marginalization that intersect with anglonormativity, such as racism, sexism, homophobia or transphobia, or ableism. As a result of these various pressures, new strategies may emerge to provide safe space for doubly marginalized people from normative and oppressive forces.

By analyzing the themes, characters, and artistic choices of Francophone theatre practitioners in Western Canada and the territories, this issue will examine the construction of Francophone minority identity and its intersections with Indigeneity, Blackness, immigration, gender, sexuality, social status, age, ability, and other aspects of social position or identity.

Proposals may be submitted in English or French.

Proposal deadline: October 15, 2023.

Read our full Call for Papers for more details: bit.ly/TRIC-cfp

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