A ghostly transformation. 👻 See how Graham Abbey quick changes in Macbeth. Playing the role of Banquo, he rushes off-stage after his character's gruesome death to become a ghost, wit…
Teachers " are you ready to liven up your lessons? Our new digital arts platform StratFest+ has just launched, bringing world-class theatre and resources directly to schools, colleges, unive…
When the seed of jealousy is planted in The Winter's Tale. Having easily persuaded him to stay longer, Hermione asks Polixenes to tell her about his childhood friendship with her husband, Ki…
The moment when Ralph MacLean forgives himself. Forgiveness is based on Mark Sakamoto's memoir and chronicles his grandparents' struggles during and after World War Two. His grandfather Ralp…
In this episode, join playwright Erin Shields, Nehiyaw storyteller Trina Moyan, and University of Toronto professor Adriana Brook as they explore storytelling as a transformative force acros…
"All the world's a stage." One of Shakespeare's most iconic monologues in As You Like It, called the Seven Ages of Man, is delivered by the character Jaques (played here by Aaron Krohn) and …
Leapin' lizards! 🤩 "Harper Rae Asch is sensational" as Annie and her "fellow orphans are also terrifyingly talented, earning a mid-show standing ovation" (Toronto Star). Here they are…
Sisters are doing it for themselves! Playwright Erin Shields talks about the power of women working together to end the Trojan War in her new play Ransacking Troy. For more, listen to the la…
The Wall Street Journal is raving about The Winter's Tale: "It wasn't just the most gripping version of this play I have seen, but one of the finest Shakespeare stagings I have experienced."…
Last chance to see Forgiveness! This "gripping production" (The New York Times) must end September 27, 2025. Book your tickets now to experience this "quietly profound" (Postmedia) play bas…
Let's go to the movies! 🎥 With the Toronto International Film Festival kicking off, we take a look at our 2025 season on the silver screen: 🶠Following the Broadway premiere o…
There's no bad hair days when you have incredibly talented and dedicated artists backstage. For this season's production of Dangerous Liaisons, there are more than 15 custom-made wigs. The…
👀 Turning some serious lewks. Jamie Murray transforms from nightclub dancer, Oklahoma cowgirl to two very different maids in Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, thanks to the bold and colourfu…
In case you missed it " our 2026 season has been announced! Let us know which production you're most looking forward to in the comments. Without further ado, the 2026 playbill: Festival T…
ðŸ›Žï¸ From French bellhop to Oklahoma cowboy! 🤠Dirty Rotten Scoundrels is full of surprises (and laughs) " plus Dance Captain and ensemble member Jason Sermonia rocks tons …
E22: Why are audiences so captivated by characters who blur (or outright cross) the moral line? In this episode, theatre critic Chris Jones is joined by veteran Festival actors Tom McCamus a…
Announcing our 2026 season! This will be Antoni Cimolino's final season as Artistic Director. The culmination of a 40-year career with the Festival, including 14 seasons as Artistic Director…
A rollercoaster of emotion! A great joy of repertory theatre can be found in the reverberations amongst the shows. As the New York Times reflected: "After you see two or three [productions …
Even wigs need a regular wash and set! There is so much work that happens behind the scenes that we never dream of. All those wigs you see on stage are made with care from real hair (with t…
The trip was so nice they extended it twice! You heard it here first from Linda and Stefanie " whether you're planning a staycation or cross-border escape, we've got you covered with world-c…
Dangerous Liaisons will be a feast for the eyes! 😠Hear from A.W. Nadine Grant on her costume designs for this delectable production. Dripping with lavish details, the fashions of 178…
Simply timeless. 💘 When Rosalind discovers Orlando's love letters in our 1983 production of As You Like It! We've extended our 50% discount to Stratfest@Home, where you can watch t…
Don't we all?! 🤑 Small-time swindler Freddy Benson (played by Liam Tobin) feeling the pangs of the 99% in Dirty Rotten Scoundrels. While he may be a con artist, he's definitely relat…
How do you navigate a stage in a three-foot wide dress? Ashley Dingwell tells all about wearing a pannier in rehearsals for Dangerous Liaisons. This is her first season at the Festival, and…
🌟 A star is born! 🥹 Harper Rae Asch is "perfect as Annie" (Postmedia) and "a star in the making" (The Globe and Mail). Watch as she sings the iconic hit "Tomorrow" from the reh…