Ottawa 
Events Description
It’s October 1962. Relive the heart-stopping story of the Cuban Missile Crisis through the eyes of Canada’s 13th Prime Minister, John “Dief the Chief” Diefenbaker. Travel with “Dief the Chief” through the Diefenbunker into the War Cabinet Room as he and the world watch the USA and USSR face off in history’s closest brush with nuclear war. Hear in his own words how “Dief the Chief’s” rocky relationship with President John F. Kennedy played an extraordinary role in Canadian and American relations and how each influenced the other’s policies.
Join “Dief the Chief” as he navigates his way through the ultimate crisis that could see neighbours on both sides fight a nuclear war with Canada, literally in the middle. The personal cost to him will be great as he deals with a demanding president, a divided cabinet, and a fierce opposition.
Written and performed by Pierre Brault with Peter Haworth as John Diefenbaker. This play is an artistic interpretation of historical events.
Who is it for?
Adults
HOW MUCH
Tickets : $59.00 per show
Prices exclude taxes and host processing fees
On the same day as your chosen showtime, your Dief the Chief: October ’62 ticket affords you FREE general admission to the Diefenbunker: Canada’s Cold War Museum, to explore the site during the museum’s operational hours.
How to get tickets?
Phone: 6138390007
Email: reservations@diefenbunker.ca
WHEN & WHERE
Date:Friday, September 18 to Friday, October 9, 2026
Friday, September 18 | 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. & 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, September 23 | 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. & 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Friday, September 25 | 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. & 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Friday, October 9 | 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. & 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Venue & Address
Diefenbunker: Canada’s Cold War Museum, 3929 Carp Road, Ottawa, Ontario K0A 1L0
Wheelchair not accessible
Free Parking
Not accessible by Public Transport
