Hamlet isn’t anyone’s idea of a comedy, but don’t tell that to Eddie Izzard, who will be bringing her solo version of Shakespeare’s tragedy to Toronto in 2026.
Izzard will play 23 different characters at the CAA Theatre from February 25 through 28, with both a matinée and an evening show on the final day, adding up to five performances in total.
The play was adapted by Eddie’s brother Mark, and directed by Selina Cadell. Izzard has been touring the show extensively, and it’s already won awards.
“I have always gravitated towards playing complex and challenging characters and Hamlet is the ultimate,” Izzard said in a statement. “This is a production for everyone, a timeless drama with an accidental hero. Selina, Mark, and I want audiences to see and hear an accessible, touching, tragic, and dramatic Hamlet.”
Tickets for the Toronto show go on sale tomorrow (November 15) at 10 a.m. local time. They will be available here.
