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Dear Liar at Shaw Festival

Dates: 5/18/2025 - 9/27/2025

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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

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