Described by 12th night as ‘one of the boldest experiments in theatre’ in 2024
Given “two handlebar thumbs up” from Edmonton city councillor Michael Janz.
Fresh off receiving 5 Sterling Award nominations including Best Independent Production, Best New Play and winning Best Multi-Media Design.
Cycle returns to Edmonton for 11 performances at The Roxy Theatre from October 15 - 26, 2025
Cycle by Andrew Ritchie—a high-octane, immersive theatre experience set on a stationary bike. This groundbreaking award winning solo performance is written, developed, and performed by Ritchie. Cycle offers a dynamic and energetic experience that explores the gritty realities and exhilarating moments of active transportation and cycling culture in Canada.
Audience members are invited to engage in the performance physically, seated on stationary bikes as they pedal alongside Ritchie, mirroring his intense ride as he traverses the dangers and highs of urban transportation. Through this interactive format, Cycle shines a light on Ritchie’s real-life experiences as a bike food courier in Toronto, and the financial and physical precariousness of trying to make a living in the gig economy. A deeply personal and politically charged journey, Cycle will get your blood pumping and cultivate a new respect for the two-wheeled travel.
CREATIVE TEAM
Director KRISTI HANSEN*
Choreographer AINSLEY HILLYARD*
Lighting and Projected Media Designer T. ERIN GRUBER
Design Assistant SKYE GRINDE
Sound Designer LIV MCROBBIE
Cast ANDREW RITCHIE
Dramaturge GEOFFREY SIMON BROWN
Stage Manager GALEN HITE*
Producers ALYSON DICEY & DAYNA LEA HOFFMANN
*The participation of these Artists was originally arranged by permission of Canadian Actors’ Equity Association under the provisions of the Indie 3.0 agreement.