Robert Lepage
Latest News on Robert Lepage:
BLUEBEARD'S CASTLE and ERWARTUNG to Return to Canadian Opera Company in Double Bill (Mar 12, 2026)
Review: THE TRAGEDY OF HAMLET, PRINCE OF DENMARK at the National Arts Centre (Mar 1, 2026)
VIDEO: Trailer for BLUEBEARD'S CASTLE & ERWARTUNG at the Canadian Opera Company (Feb 25, 2026)
BLUEBEARD'S CASTLE and ERWARTUNG to Return to Canadian Opera Company in Double Bill (Mar 12, 2026)
Review: THE TRAGEDY OF HAMLET, PRINCE OF DENMARK at the National Arts Centre (Mar 1, 2026)
VIDEO: Trailer for BLUEBEARD'S CASTLE & ERWARTUNG at the Canadian Opera Company (Feb 25, 2026)
STAGE CREDITS
Productions
Writing
Author
Awards and Nominations
winner
Evening Standard Awards - 2001 - Best Play
Robert LepageFar Side of the Moon
Olivier Awards - 1993 - The Observer Award for Outstanding Achievement
Robert LepageNeedles And Opium
Olivier Awards - 1991 - The Observer Award for Outstanding Achievement
Robert LepageTectonic Plates
Videos
VIDEO: Trailer for BLUEBEARD'S CASTLE & ERWARTUNG at the Canadian Opera Company
by Joshua Wright - 2026-02-25 13:26:01
Video: Preview the Straz Center's 'The Tragedy of Hamlet: Prince of Denmark'
by Michael Major - 2025-02-17 15:46:00
VIDEO: Director Robert Lepage Shares Thoughts on Stratford Festival's CORIOLANUS
by Stephi Wild - 2020-05-01 08:24:43
VIDEO: Robert LePage Directs Shakespeare's CORIOLANUS at the Stratford Festival
by A.A. Cristi - 2018-04-18 22:22:48
STAGE TUBE: Deborah Voigt Talks CALL ME DEBBIE Memoir on TODAY!
by Nicole Rosky - 2015-01-27 16:19:01
VIDEO: Soprano Deborah Voigt Confronts Little Black Dress, Talks CALL ME DEBBIE Memoir
by TV News Desk - 2015-01-26 20:49:14
VIDEO: Cirque du Soleil's Big Top Goes Up in New York City for TOTEM
by Stage Tube - 2013-03-09 12:59:28
TV: Artistic Director Tim Smith Talks Cirque du Soleil's TOTEM!
by Audra Stafford - 2012-04-05 11:12:36
STAGE TUBE: First Trailer Released for The Met's WAGNER'S DREAM Documentary
by Kelsey Denette - 2012-04-02 15:11:33
News
BLUEBEARD'S CASTLE and ERWARTUNG to Return to Canadian Opera Company in Double Bill
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 12, 2026
The Canadian Opera Company will present Béla Bartók’s Bluebeard’s Castle and Arnold Schoenberg’s Erwartung in a gripping double bill directed by Robert Lepage at Toronto’s Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 12, 2026
The Canadian Opera Company will present Béla Bartók’s Bluebeard’s Castle and Arnold Schoenberg’s Erwartung in a gripping double bill directed by Robert Lepage at Toronto’s Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts.
Review: THE TRAGEDY OF HAMLET, PRINCE OF DENMARK at the National Arts Centre
by Courtney Castelino - Mar 1, 2026
What did our critic think of THE NAC’S PRESENTATION OF THE TRAGEDY OF HAMLET, PRINCE OF DENMARK at National Arts Centre?
by Courtney Castelino - Mar 1, 2026
What did our critic think of THE NAC’S PRESENTATION OF THE TRAGEDY OF HAMLET, PRINCE OF DENMARK at National Arts Centre?
VIDEO: Trailer for BLUEBEARD'S CASTLE & ERWARTUNG at the Canadian Opera Company
by Joshua Wright - Feb 25, 2026
The Canadian Opera Company has released a first look trailer for its upcoming double bill of Bluebeard's Castle and Erwartung, directed by acclaimed Canadian stage director Robert Lepage.
by Joshua Wright - Feb 25, 2026
The Canadian Opera Company has released a first look trailer for its upcoming double bill of Bluebeard's Castle and Erwartung, directed by acclaimed Canadian stage director Robert Lepage.
Ronald Rand to Star in LET IT BE ART! South Carolina Premiere at Bluebird Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 16, 2026
U.S. Cultural Ambassador Ronald Rand will be bringing Harold Clurman, the 'Elder Statesman of the American Theatre' alive in the South Caroilna premiere of his solo play, Let It Be Art! at the Bluebird Theatre in Orangeburg.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 16, 2026
U.S. Cultural Ambassador Ronald Rand will be bringing Harold Clurman, the 'Elder Statesman of the American Theatre' alive in the South Caroilna premiere of his solo play, Let It Be Art! at the Bluebird Theatre in Orangeburg.
DanceHouse Will Host BC Premiere of HAMLET, PRINCE OF DENMARK
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2026
DanceHouse will present the BC premiere of Ex Machina & Côté Danse's reimagined HAMLET, PRINCE OF DENMARK, offering a fresh take on the classic Shakespearean tragedy.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2026
DanceHouse will present the BC premiere of Ex Machina & Côté Danse's reimagined HAMLET, PRINCE OF DENMARK, offering a fresh take on the classic Shakespearean tragedy.
THE TRAGEDY OF HAMLET To Return to Toronto in 2026 with Robert Lepage and Guillaume Côté
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 9, 2026
Ex Machina, Côté Danse, Dvoretsky Productions and presenting partner Show One Productions will present the Toronto return of The Tragedy of Hamlet: Prince of Denmark.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 9, 2026
Ex Machina, Côté Danse, Dvoretsky Productions and presenting partner Show One Productions will present the Toronto return of The Tragedy of Hamlet: Prince of Denmark.
Feature: Ilana Lucas Picks the Top Toronto Theatre 2025
by Ilana Lucas - Jan 5, 2026
In a world where AI increasingly tries to consume and simulate real human experiences, theatre sometimes feels like one of the last gasps of being in a room together. When we watch a show with others, respiration synchronizes, empathy increases, and information retention improves. It’s one of my favourite feelings.
by Ilana Lucas - Jan 5, 2026
In a world where AI increasingly tries to consume and simulate real human experiences, theatre sometimes feels like one of the last gasps of being in a room together. When we watch a show with others, respiration synchronizes, empathy increases, and information retention improves. It’s one of my favourite feelings.
HAMLET By Robert Lepage And Guillaume Côté to Return to Danse Danse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 12, 2025
A highlight of the spring 2025 season, the creation of Guillaume Côté and Robert Lepage, Hamlet, will return to the stage. The creators took on the challenge of approaching this mythical work solely through dance.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 12, 2025
A highlight of the spring 2025 season, the creation of Guillaume Côté and Robert Lepage, Hamlet, will return to the stage. The creators took on the challenge of approaching this mythical work solely through dance.
Mandy Patinkin, Itzhak Perlman and More Set for The Staller Center for the Arts Spring 2026 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 14, 2025
The Staller Center for the Arts at Stony Brook University unveiled its Spring 2026 Season, featuring an exciting lineup of performances in music, dance, theater, and comedy.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 14, 2025
The Staller Center for the Arts at Stony Brook University unveiled its Spring 2026 Season, featuring an exciting lineup of performances in music, dance, theater, and comedy.
Review: THE FAR SIDE OF THE MOON at Canadian Stage
by Ilana Lucas - Nov 12, 2025
“Since we surveyed, mapped, explored, and planted a flag,” writes Robert Lepage in his director’s note to THE FAR SIDE OF THE MOON, “our interest in the moon seems to have greatly diminished.” Lepage, however, believes that, while it may no longer be as much of an enigma, the moon will never lose its poetic appeal.
by Ilana Lucas - Nov 12, 2025
“Since we surveyed, mapped, explored, and planted a flag,” writes Robert Lepage in his director’s note to THE FAR SIDE OF THE MOON, “our interest in the moon seems to have greatly diminished.” Lepage, however, believes that, while it may no longer be as much of an enigma, the moon will never lose its poetic appeal.
Mandy Patinkin, Itzhak Perlman and More Come to Staller Center For The Arts In Spring 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 28, 2025
The Staller Center for the Arts at Stony Brook University has revealed its 2026 Spring Season, showcasing world-renowned artists across music, dance, theater, and comedy.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 28, 2025
The Staller Center for the Arts at Stony Brook University has revealed its 2026 Spring Season, showcasing world-renowned artists across music, dance, theater, and comedy.
HAMLET Reimagined Through Theater And Dance At Lied Center
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 3, 2025
The Lied Center will present a reimagined production of Hamlet on October 17, 2025. Created by Robert Lepage’s Ex Machina and Guillaume Côté’s Côté Danse, the performance blends theater and dance in a contemporary retelling of Shakespeare’s classic tragedy.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 3, 2025
The Lied Center will present a reimagined production of Hamlet on October 17, 2025. Created by Robert Lepage’s Ex Machina and Guillaume Côté’s Côté Danse, the performance blends theater and dance in a contemporary retelling of Shakespeare’s classic tragedy.
Robert Lepage Returns To Canadian Stage With THE FAR SIDE OF THE MOON
by Stephi Wild - Sep 10, 2025
In November, a legend of the global theatre returns to Canadian Stage to launch the 25.26 Bluma Appel season, as Robert Lepage illuminates Toronto with his storied masterpiece, THE FAR SIDE OF THE MOON.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 10, 2025
In November, a legend of the global theatre returns to Canadian Stage to launch the 25.26 Bluma Appel season, as Robert Lepage illuminates Toronto with his storied masterpiece, THE FAR SIDE OF THE MOON.
Danse Danse Reveals Fall Program
by Stephi Wild - Aug 14, 2025
Danse Danse has announced five major events to mark the fall of this 28th season, starting with the famous JOAT Festival international de Street Dance from August 26 to September 1.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 14, 2025
Danse Danse has announced five major events to mark the fall of this 28th season, starting with the famous JOAT Festival international de Street Dance from August 26 to September 1.
DECIPHERS By Naishi Wang and Jean Abreu to Make UK Premiere on National Tour
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 1, 2025
Following acclaimed performances in Canada, Deciphers—a powerful, cross-cultural collaboration by choreographers and performers Naishi Wang and Jean Abreu—will make its UK premiere this autumn.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 1, 2025
Following acclaimed performances in Canada, Deciphers—a powerful, cross-cultural collaboration by choreographers and performers Naishi Wang and Jean Abreu—will make its UK premiere this autumn.
Interview: Paul Michael Valley Talks AS YOU LIKE IT and Why 'All The World's a Stage.'
by R. Scott Reedy - Jul 28, 2025
Actor Paul Michael Valley is nothing if not versatile. In his almost 40-year career, the Whitefish, Wisconsin, native has earned a Tony nomination – in his Broadway debut, for playing Thomas Jefferson in the 1997 Roundabout Theatre Company revival of the musical “1776.”
by R. Scott Reedy - Jul 28, 2025
Actor Paul Michael Valley is nothing if not versatile. In his almost 40-year career, the Whitefish, Wisconsin, native has earned a Tony nomination – in his Broadway debut, for playing Thomas Jefferson in the 1997 Roundabout Theatre Company revival of the musical “1776.”
ANNIE, MACBETH and More Extended at Stratford Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 9, 2025
The Stratford Festival has extended its musicals, scheduling Annie for an additional six weeks on stage, plus more! Learn more about the festival and see how to attend.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 9, 2025
The Stratford Festival has extended its musicals, scheduling Annie for an additional six weeks on stage, plus more! Learn more about the festival and see how to attend.
Review: Robert LePage Directs MACBETH at the Stratford Festival
by Lauren Gienow - May 29, 2025
After successfully changing the game back in 2018 with his innovative production of CORIOLANUS, Director Robert LePage is back at the Stratford Festival with a production of MACBETH that is sure to be the talk of the town. Cinematic, inventive, and captivating from start to finish, this is unlike any production of MACBETH you have ever seen. And it works incredibly well.
by Lauren Gienow - May 29, 2025
After successfully changing the game back in 2018 with his innovative production of CORIOLANUS, Director Robert LePage is back at the Stratford Festival with a production of MACBETH that is sure to be the talk of the town. Cinematic, inventive, and captivating from start to finish, this is unlike any production of MACBETH you have ever seen. And it works incredibly well.
MACBETH Begins Performances This Weekend at the Stratford Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 9, 2025
Robert Lepage has returned to the Stratford Festival with a bold new production of Macbeth, Shakespeare’s compelling tale of unchecked ambition. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 9, 2025
Robert Lepage has returned to the Stratford Festival with a bold new production of Macbeth, Shakespeare’s compelling tale of unchecked ambition. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Canadian Stage Sets 2025-26 Season Featuring World and Canadian Premieres & More
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 7, 2025
Canadian Stage has unveiled the organization’s 25.26 season, marked by an exhilarating program of hotly anticipated Canadian Premieres, World Premieres of new Canadian plays, the return of beloved Canadian icons, and more.
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 7, 2025
Canadian Stage has unveiled the organization’s 25.26 season, marked by an exhilarating program of hotly anticipated Canadian Premieres, World Premieres of new Canadian plays, the return of beloved Canadian icons, and more.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Robert Lepage written?
Robert Lepage has written 1 shows including 887 (Author).
What awards has Robert Lepage been nominated for?
Best Play (Evening Standard Awards) for Far Side of the Moon, The Observer Award for Outstanding Achievement (Olivier Awards) for Needles And Opium and The Observer Award for Outstanding Achievement (Olivier Awards) for Tectonic Plates.
What awards has Robert Lepage won?
Robert Lepage won the Best Play award at the Evening Standard Awards for Far Side of the Moon.
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