Social Capital Theatre

Founding (circa 2014)

Ralph MacLeod, a co-founder of Bad Dog Theatre Company and longtime figure in Toronto's improv community, established Social Capital Theatre alongside Carmine Lucarelli and Kerri Griffin at 154 Danforth Avenue on the second floor above the Black Swan Tavern, directly at the Broadview and Danforth subway station. The venue was conceived as a multi-form independent performance space accessible to a broad range of live entertainment acts.

Programming

Social Capital Theatre operates as one of Toronto's more eclectic independent performance venues, hosting up to six shows per night in rotating programming: improv, sketch, stand-up, independent theatre, storytelling, burlesque, music, book launches, and private events. The space also runs an improv school with a full curriculum from beginners through advanced levels and weekly drop-in classes. The venue's location above a pub and its accessible programming reflect a community-oriented approach to independent comedy in Toronto.

Social Capital Theatre is a Toronto multi-form independent performing arts bar and improv school, presenting a wide range of live entertainment in an accessible neighbourhood setting.