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iPhoto caption: Members of the company in 'Annie.' Photo by David Hou.
Stratford Festival reviews: Macbeth, As You Like It, Annie, and Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
While the four productions I reviewed spanned different genres and styles, the presence of household-name director-designer Robert Lepage led me to reflect more broadly on the craft of directing, and how the demands of specific shows shift what’s entailed in that intense, wide-reaching job.
iPhoto caption: Lucy Peacock as Lady Macbeth and Tom McCamus as Macbeth in Macbeth. Photo by Ted Belton.
Stratford Festival unveils 2025 season, including the return of Robert Lepage
Next year’s season includes two beloved musicals as well as the return of acclaimed director Robert Lepage, who will direct Macbeth at the Avon Theatre.
iPhoto caption: Production shots by David Hou.
All in, this was a very strong opening week for Stratford, but seriously, go see the musicals!
REVIEW: Chicago at Stratford Festival
Visually, Chicago is a downright feast, and some of the performances are as strong as these characters are likely to get.