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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!

THE PROM Comes to The Heights Players Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Aug 26, 2024

The Heights Players will kick off its 69th season with the award-winning musical The Prom for a limited engagement beginning September 6th, 2024! Set in current day New York City and Indiana, The Prom brings humor and color to an important issue facing the nation - LGBTQIA rights.

New Adaptation of Margaret Laurence's THE DIVINERS Comes to Stratford Festival
by Stephi Wild - Aug 7, 2024

A new adaptation of Margaret Laurence’s classic Canadian novel The Diviners comes to the Tom Patterson Theatre for its world première. Directed by Krista Jackson with Geneviève Pelletier and with text by Vern Thiessen and Yvette Nolan, this production offers a bold adaptation, epic in scope, spanning centuries of this land’s past.

Review: Sara Topham Delivers a Masterful Performance as HEDDA GABLER at the Stratford Festival
by Lauren Gienow - May 31, 2024

The emotions evoked by this play are complex ones. HEDDA GABLER is raw and disturbing and funny and devastating. It is the story of a complicated woman trapped in a world that does not suit her. It explores the psyche of Hedda in a way that leads to more questions than answers. This piece will likely lead some theatregoers to engage in deep discussions while it will leave others speechless.

Review: The Stratford Festival's CYMBELINE Offers Fantasy and Excitement
by Lauren Gienow - May 30, 2024

An exciting production of William Shakespeare’s CYMBELINE opened last night at the Tom Patterson Theatre. This rarely played Tragicomedy Romance offers an intriguing and fantastical story and Director Esther Jun and company take full advantage of all the twists, turns and laughs within the text.

Pride Takes The Spotlight At The Stratford Festival
by A.A. Cristi - May 28, 2024

The Stratford Festival celebrates Pride with a series of events and performances highlighting LGBTQ+ stories and artists.

CYMBELINE Now On Stage at The Stratford Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 10, 2024

Experience the magic of Shakespeare's CYMBELINE, now captivating audiences at the Stratford Festival. Learn how to purchase tickets.