Renowned Canadian environmentalist and broadcaster David Suzuki is set to embark on a theatrical journey across Ontario with his deeply personal stage project. Suzuki, alongside his wife and co-writer Tara Cullis, will tour their play "What You Won’t Do For Love" to audiences in the province.
A Personal Story Hits the Road
The tour announcement marks a significant cultural event, bringing a work that first saw development in Vancouver to a wider Canadian audience. The play is a collaborative effort, originally rehearsed with noted theatre artists Ravi Jain and Miriam Fernandes. A rehearsal for the project was documented in Vancouver back on Thursday, January 30, 2020, showcasing the early stages of this intimate production.
While specific tour dates and venues within Ontario are yet to be fully detailed, the commitment to the tour was confirmed in an announcement made on January 16, 2026. The project represents a fusion of storytelling, environmental advocacy, and personal reflection, themes that have long been central to Suzuki's public life.
Beyond the Lecture Hall: Art as Advocacy
For David Suzuki, this tour is more than a series of performances; it is an extension of his lifelong mission. The play likely delves into the motivations and sacrifices behind decades of environmental activism, framed through the lens of personal relationships and love—for the planet, for family, and for community. Partnering with his wife Tara Cullis, a fellow environmentalist and writer, adds a layer of authentic partnership to the narrative.
The involvement of directors Ravi Jain and Miriam Fernandes, both respected figures in Canadian theatre known for innovative and intercultural work, suggests a production that is both thoughtfully crafted and emotionally resonant. Their guidance helps translate the Suzuki's message from the scientific and documentary realm into the powerful, evocative language of live theatre.
Anticipating the Ontario Audience Reception
The Ontario tour will introduce Suzuki's theatrical voice to communities that have followed his television work and advocacy for generations. It offers a unique opportunity to engage with the man behind the public figure in a format that encourages connection and dialogue. The tour is poised to attract not only fans of Suzuki's environmental work but also theatre-goers interested in Canadian stories and biographical drama.
As preparations for the tour continue, anticipation builds for how this personal and artistic project will be received. It stands as a testament to the multifaceted nature of public figures and the power of theatre to explore the complex reasons behind what we fight for. The Ontario tour of "What You Won’t Do For Love" promises to be a significant addition to the province's cultural landscape in 2026.
