Productions & Collaborations
WYRD Productions have pushed the boundaries of storytelling and performance since 1995.
In Development
MONEY
An epic new play, in development, premiering 2026-27
MONEY is a new Canadian play in 3 Acts, spanning 3 generations of stories, with a cast of 8 of our country’s top theatre stars, including writer/director/performer Rick Miller.
MONEY aims to move the needle on one of the most important conversations of our time: how do we preserve democracy, and live together more equitably, peacefully, and sustainably? A big question that stirs up big emotions, which is why we need storytellers to get to the heart of it.
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HANS: My Life in Fairy Tales
(premiering in 2025)
Wondrous and hilarious, HANS conjures the life and stories of Hans Christian Andersen, from his poor childhood as an “Ugly Duckling”, to fame across Europe. Beloved tales like “The Little Mermaid”, "Princess and the Pea", and “Little Match Girl” come to life as you’ve never seen them before: through puppetry, live video, clown, slapstick comedy, opera, and an original accordion soundtrack!
A Kidoons and WYRD production in association with The 20K Collective
Written and Directed by Craig Francis and Rick Miller
Adapted from the works of Hans Christian Andersen
Touring Productions
BOOM YZ
(premiered in 2023)
Part 3 of the BOOM Trilogy (1996-2020)
The Music, Culture, and Events of Millennials & Generation Z
BOOM YZ stirringly brings to life the years 1996-2020, and shifts our perspective to “Generation Y” (Millennials) and “Generation Z”. Miller takes on a variety of voices, including his own daughter’s, to reflect the aspirations and anxieties of young people today, and to bring the multi-generational story to a compelling close.
Produced by Kidoons and WYRD Productions, in association with Theatre Calgary and The 20K Collective
Written, directed, and performed by Rick Miller
FRANKENSTEIN: A Living Comic Book
(premiered in 2022)
This electrifying new stage production blends immersive comic book design and playful theatrical techniques to reanimate the sci-fi classic for a new generation. This new family-friendly spin on the literary classic, Frankenstein confronts modern issues of climate change, artificial intelligence, and our relationship to technology… monsters of our own making! When a young graphic novelist named Mary discovers the journal of Dr. Victor Frankenstein, she’s drawn into his uncanny story of secret experiments to conquer death. She discovers that we all need to face our own fears… before they face us!
A Geordie, Kidoons and WYRD Productions presentation in association with The 20K Collective and the Segal Centre
Adapted from the novel by Mary Shelley
By Craig Francis and Rick Miller and Paul Van Dyck
Directed by Craig Francis and Rick Miller
BOOM X
(premiered in 2019)
Part 2 of the BOOM Trilogy (1970-1995)
The Music, Culture, and Events of Generation X
BOOM X picks up where BOOM left off, at Woodstock in August of ‘69, and takes us all the way to 1995, when the internet began to dominate our lives. Over the course of 100 minutes, Miller plays over 100 colourful characters from the days of disco, the oil crisis, Watergate, the Cold War, video games, punk rock, the (second) British Invasion, and more.
Produced by Kidoons and WYRD Productions, in association with Theatre Calgary and The 20K Collective
Written, directed, and performed by Rick Miller
Jungle Book
(premiered in 2018)
The stage adaptation of the works of Rudyard Kipling re-imagines his classic stories through modern eyes, and brings beloved characters to life as you’ve never seen them before. Immersive sound and multimedia will transport you from the urban jungle to relive Mowgli's childhood in the jungles of India. With Baloo the bear, Bagheera the panther, and more, Jungle Book brings beloved characters to life in a way you've never seen before. Eye-popping video, shadow-play, and original music make this family production of Jungle Book "like stepping inside a beautifully illustrated children’s storybook. It’s a MAGICAL experience!"- Sarasota Observer
A Kidoons and WYRD production in association with The 20K Collective
Written and Directed by Craig Francis and Rick Miller
Adapted from the works of Rudyard Kipling
BOOM
(premiered in 2014)
Part 1 of the BOOM Trilogy (1945-1969)
The Music, Culture, and Events of the Baby Boom Generation
BOOM is an explosive solo performance that documents the music, culture and events that shaped the Baby Boom generation. BOOM takes us through 25 turbulent years, and gives voice to over a 100 influential politicians, activists and musicians. It's a mind-blowing experience for audiences of all generations and, with over 400 performances already, a hit in Canada, the U.S., France, and Taiwan!
Produced by Kidoons and WYRD Productions, in association with The 20K Collective
Written, directed, and performed by Rick Miller
Past Productions
Twenty Thousand Leagues Under The Sea
(premiered at Panamania, Toronto 2015)
Twenty Thousand Leagues Under The Sea is the stage adaptation of the classic Jules Verne Sci-Fi adventure, exploring the power of nature and the nature of power. Plunge into a multisensory experience with unforgettable characters, eye-popping projections and interactive audience technology. This family-friendly show encourages us to connect for the future. After a world premiere at the 2015 PanAm Games, the show was a hit Off-Broadway at The New Victory Theater on 42nd Street in NYC.
A Kidoons and WYRD Production in association with The 20K Collective
By Craig Francis and Rick Miller
Directed By Rick Miller
Adapted from the novel by Jules Verne
HARDSELL 2.0
(2007-2012)
A one-man multimedia extravaganza about the commodification of everything. Rick Miller and his cynical alter-ego Arnie duke it out in a mind-bending lecture/performance that examines our complicity in the world of the “sell”. Also translated and performed in French as Rick Miller: VENDU, and adapted into an information literacy series and a TV pilot.
"POWERFUL AND CHILLING!... Rick Miller addresses brutal truths in HARDSELL, a thoughtful and entertaining show about maintaining a healthy conscience in a free market.” - NOW Magazine
A WYRD Production
Written, Directed and Performed by Rick Miller
Adapted from the play HARDSELL, co-created with Daniel Brooks, and co-produced with Necessary Angel Theatre Company.
Bigger Than Jesus
(2003-2012)
A Multimedia Mass for a Modern Age. Co-created with Daniel Brooks, Bigger Than Jesus features Rick Miller in a sinfully funny and poignant multi-media ‘Mass’ that questions the mysteries of life and the historical and modern viewpoints on Christianity. Weaving together the Catholic liturgy, the gospels, and some good old-fashioned bible-thumpin’, Bigger Than Jesus is one of most unique theatrical experiences you will ever see, regardless of your religious background. Played in 6 countries in 4 languages.
“An exciting piece of multimedia theater with a challenging point of view, Bigger Than Jesus (is) a fast-paced, thought-provoking ride.” - Variety, New York NY
A WYRD Production with Necessary Angel Theatre Company
Created by Rick Miller and Daniel Brooks
Performed by Rick Miller
Directed by Daniel Brooks
MacHomer
(1995-2012)
Rick Miller's international hit show MacHomer is a one-man vocal spectacular featuring impressions of over 50 voices from TV’s The Simpsons in a hilarious performance of Shakespeare’s Macbeth! With a script that remains 85% Shakespeare, MacHomer will leave you "exhausted with laughter" (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette). In its 17 years of touring, Miller played MacHomer to capacity crowds and rave reviews in over 175 cities around the world, including almost every state in America. Its final run was a month-long presentation to open the Stratford’s Festival’s 60th anniversary season.
“A bases-loaded Homer. You’re not going to find a funnier show anywhere around. In addition to the virtuoso writing and performing on display, there’s a first-rate physical production to keep things crackling.” - Toronto Star, Toronto ON
A WYRD Production in association with Jeff Lord and Kidoons
Written, Directed and Performed by Rick Miller
Adapted from William Shakespeare’s Macbeth
With characters created by Matt Groening
Shows with Ex Machina
Shows with Ex Machina
From 1998-2012, Rick Miller collaborated with his mentor, friend and colleague Robert Lepage, one of the world’s most renowned theatre creators. In partnership with Lepage’s company Ex Machina, Rick worked on groundbreaking stage productions such as Geometry of Miracles, Zulu Time and Lipsynch, and co-starred in Lepage’s first English feature film, Possible Worlds. Their friendship continues to this day, and Lepage continues to inspire Miller to push the boundaries of what is possible in theatre.