Dear Liar at Shaw Festival
Dates: 5/18/2025 - 9/27/2025
📍 Theatre: Shaw Festival
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Dear Liar explores the complex relationship between playwright Bernard Shaw and actress Stella Tanner, also known as Mrs. Patrick Campbell. Through their engaging correspondence and scenes crafted by Shaw, the production reveals a dynamic interplay of wit, longing, and the shared struggles of life in the theatre. This two-character piece captures the essence of their connection, exposing both admiration and animosity. The show features performances that delve into the emotional depth of their enduring bond.
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Cast and Creative Team for Dear Liar at Shaw Festival
Creative Team
Tim Carroll
Artistic Director
Selma Dimitrijevic
Co-Adapter
Selma Dimitrijevic
Director
Kimberley Rampersad
Director
Kimberley Rampersad
Choreographer
Sanjay Talwar
Director
Peter Hinton-Davis
Director
Rebecca Northan
Director
Tim Carroll
Director
Kate Hennig
Director
Larry Blank
Orchestrator
Bruce Pomahac
Vocal and Dance Arrangements
Tim Jennings
Executive Director
News About Dear Liar at Shaw Festival
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Two New Members Join Shaw Festival Board
March 07, 2025 At this afternoon's Shaw Festival Annual Meeting, Board Chair Mr. Ian Joseph announced the new member appointments of Ms. Colleen Johnston and Dr. Dan Patterson.About the Theatre
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