Tom Patterson

Meighen Forum to Host THE LEGACY MAKERS and Fairy Folklore Talks
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 31, 2026

The Stratford Festival's Meighen Forum will present a series of talks on history, folklore and language, featuring Graham Abbey, Rod Beattie, Seana McKenna and Lucy Peacock.

Review: The Stratford Festival's THE TAO OF THE WORLD is Hilarious and Moving
by Lauren Gienow - Aug 22, 2026

The final openings of the 2026 season of the Stratford Festival are upon us, and Thursday night, audiences at the Tom Patterson Theatre were in for a treat with the much-anticipated world premiere of Jovanni Sy’s THE TAO OF THE WORLD. This inventive and laugh-out-loud-funny comedy - based loosely on famed William Congreve play THE WAY OF THE WORLD - keeps audiences guessing about what hijinks will happen next, while also surprising them with heartfelt moments and thoughtful messages.

Stratford Festival's Meighen Forum Sets August Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 4, 2026

Stratford Festival's Meighen Forum will continue its 2026 season this August with an expansive lineup of discussions, interviews and special events, including Global Theatre Week, Readers and Writers Week, plus more.

THE TAO OF THE WORLD to Make World Premiere at Stratford Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 31, 2026

Jovanni Sy's new comedy, The Tao of the World, inspired by William Congreve's The Way of the World, will open at the Tom Patterson Theatre with a cast led by Agnes Tong and Angus Yam.

SUCH SWEET THUNDER, SLINGS AND ARROWS Spinoff Reading is Coming to Stratford Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 2, 2026

The Stratford Festival's Meighen Forum will present a lineup including The Brian Barlow Big Band performing Duke Ellington's Such Sweet Thunder and a one-night-only reading of The Amateurs, a new TV series from the creators of Slings and Arrows.

Review: The Stratford Festival's OTHELLO is Stirring and Powerful
by Lauren Gienow - Jun 21, 2026

The Stratford Festival’s Tom Patterson Theatre continues to demonstrate why it should be considered one of the best spaces in the world to mount Shakespeare. Director Haysam Kadri’s production of OTHELLO is stirring and powerful, with excellent performances by the entire company. Led by André Sills as Othello and Evan Buliung as Iago, this cast elevates every scene of this devastating Shakespearean tragedy. Themes of doubt, jealousy, manipulation, belonging, and betrayal, along with explorations of racism, and misogyny are explored with nuance and deliberateness. This paired with reflective and moving performances leaves audiences clinging to every word – spoken and unspoken.

Stratford Festival's Meighen Forum to Present Pride Week, TALES OF AN URBAN INDIAN, and More
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 5, 2026

The Stratford Festival's Meighen Forum will present a season of performances and conversations, including Pride Week hosted by Gavin Crawford, TALES OF AN URBAN INDIAN performed on a moving city bus, and a talk with former Governor General Adrienne Clarkson.

Review: McCamus and Gross are Excellent in Stratford's WAITING FOR GODOT
by Lauren Gienow - Jun 1, 2026

The Stratford Festival’s Opening Week wrapped up last night with director Molly Atkinson’s production of Samuel Beckett’s WAITING FOR GODOT at the Festival Theatre. As I sit here contemplating what I want to say about it, I suspect I could write a One Act play called Reviewing Godot. How does one review what has been described as ‘a play in which nothing happens…twice’? One can of course highlight the brilliant performances of Tom McCamus, Paul Gross, Jonathan Goad, and David W. Keeley as Estragon, Vladimir, Pozzo, and Lucky – but even as I sit here reflecting on the performances, I find myself continuing to reflect (in a good way) on the absurd profundity of ‘nothing’ happening.

Review: SOMETHING ROTTEN at the Stratford Festival is Just as Good the Second Time Around
by Lauren Gienow - May 31, 2026

In the most delightful case of déjà vu, Stratford Festival audiences once again can take in Director/Choreographer Donna Feore’s masterful production of SOMETHING ROTTEN (last seen in 2024) at the Festival Theatre this season. For a production that is being repeated, it is ironically part of a lot of firsts! This is the first time (in my recollection) that a show has been brought back by popular demand, and it is also the first time Feore has both musicals on the Festival Theatre stage (with mostly the same company of actors between them). What is affectionately being called SOMETHING ROTTEN 2.0 opened to thunderous applause (and two mid-show ovations) Friday night and I've never been able to say with more certainty that it will be a hit!

Review: A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM at the Stratford Festival Mustn't be Missed!
by Lauren Gienow - May 28, 2026

Opening Week at the Stratford Festival continues with an outstanding production of William Shakespeare’s A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM at the Tom Patterson Theatre. With a phenomenal cast and inventive design, Director Graham Abbey’s production is infused with such humour and vitality that the show itself feels like a living, breathing organism.

OTHELLO Opens at Stratford Festival With André Sills and Evan Buliung
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 22, 2026

Director Haysam Kadri's production of Shakespeare's Othello, is now playing at the Stratford Festival's Tom Patterson Theatre, starring André Sills, Evan Buliung, and Krystin Pellerin.

A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM to Open Tom Patterson Theatre At Stratford Festival
by A.A. Cristi - May 1, 2026

The Stratford Festival's Tom Patterson Theatre opens its 2026 season with A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, directed by Graham Abbey, featuring André Sills, Sara Topham, and Michael Spencer-Davis.

Arthur Miller's THE CRUCIBLE to be Presented at Palm Beach Dramaworks This April
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 27, 2026

The Crucible comes to Palm Beach Dramaworks this April in a gripping new production led by Producing Artistic Director William Hayes. Set during the Salem witch trials of 1692, Miller’s play remains a powerful allegory for political persecution.

Stratford Festival Announces 2026 Cast for GUYS AND DOLLS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 20, 2025

Discover the Stratford Festival's 2026 cast lineup, featuring GUYS AND DOLLS and more! Get details on how to attend this exciting season.

GUYS AND DOLLS, Return of SOMETHING ROTTEN & More Set For Stratford 2026 Season
by Stephi Wild - Aug 12, 2025

The Stratford Festival has announced its 2026 season, which will be the final year under the inspired leadership of Artistic Director Antoni Cimolino. Learn more about the lineup here!

RANSACKING TROY World Premiere to Open at The Stratford Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 6, 2025

The Stratford Festival is presenting the world première of Ransacking Troy, a powerful and provocative new work by award-winning playwright Erin Shields. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

July Programming Announced for Stratford Festival’s Meighen Forum
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 3, 2025

The Stratford Festival’s Meighen Forum is set to ignite the summer with a powerhouse lineup of events this July, blending bold ideas, behind-the-scenes revelations, and unforgettable artistry.

A Stellar Cast Tells a Captivating WINTER'S TALE at the Stratford Festival
by Lauren Gienow - Jun 1, 2025

Opening Week at the Stratford Festival continued Friday night with a lively production of THE WINTER’S TALE at the Tom Patterson Theatre. Presented at the Festival for the first time in 15 years, and directed by Artistic Director Antoni Cimolino, this beloved Shakespearean tragicomedy boasts an excellent cast that offers powerful performances.

FORGIVENESS Starts Performances at The Stratford Festival
by Stephi Wild - May 23, 2025

Forgiveness, the story of two families profoundly affected by the events of the Second World War, has begun performances at the Stratford Festival. Learn more here!

THE WINTER'S TALE Begins Performances at the Stratford Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 7, 2025

Artistic Director Antoni Cimolino’s production of The Winter’s Tale has started performances today, opening the Tom Patterson Theatre for the 2025 season. Learn more!