THE INVISIBLE – Agents of Ungentlemanly Warfare

Film noir musical by Catalyst Theatre based on real female WWII operatives. Genre-busting multilingual production blending spy fiction, graphic novel aesthetics, and original music. Ages 13+. Running through May 9.

This unlikely musical draws its story from the real-life international team of female agents who comprised the “Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare” during World War II. Catalyst Theatre reimagines their struggle through a 21st century lens while drawing inspiration from historical research, film noir, spy fiction, and graphic novels. What can only be described as a genre-busting, multilingual, thrilling film-noir musical is a contemporary portrait of seven extraordinary women who risked their lives to fight a dangerous war through sabotage, propaganda, and espionage.

The Invisible marks a return to the rich creative partnership of Jonathan Christenson and Bretta Gerecke, who have collaborated on more than 20 original Canadian productions. This show stunningly delivers Catalyst’s hallmark visually and sonically immersive storytelling for larger stages, while seamlessly blending image, sound, text, and movement into an unforgettable theatre-going experience.

Developed with support from the National Arts Centre’s National Creation Fund.
Developed with additional support from Vertigo Theatre, Keyano Theatre and the Dianne & Irving Kipnes Foundation.