FeedsMedia Release #5
- Christine Brubaker of Toronto chosen from list of 22 accomplished nominees -
Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON (March 10, 2014) — The committee of the Gina Wilkinson Prize is pleased to announce that Christine Brubaker of Toronto, Ontario is this year’s prize recipient. The announcement came on March 10 — Gina’s birthday. Ms. Brubaker was chosen from a list of 22 nominees from across Canada. Read the rest of this entry »
Media Bulletin #5
- Original Niagara cast to appear in the Toronto production -
Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON (March 3, 2014) — The Shaw Festival is pleased to announce its sold-out production of Tom Stoppard’s Arcadia will be part of Mirvish Productions’ 2014-15 subscription season. This multilayered masterpiece will play at Toronto’s Royal Alexandra Theatre from November 4 to December 14, 2014. The production was hailed by Robert Crew of the Toronto Star as “an intellectual workout of the highest order, but one that leaves you exhilarated”, and showcases some of the Festival’s most gifted actors. Read the rest of this entry »
- 2014 nominees chosen from impressive list of female theatre artists from across Canada -
Media Release #4
Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON (March 3, 2014) — The committee for the 2014 Gina Wilkinson Prize is pleased to announce the short list of nominees for the third annual prize: Christine Brubaker, Charlotte Gowdy, Elizabeth Saunders and Dayna Tekatch. Read the rest of this entry »
- Cabaret first show in rehearsals -
Newsroom Post #1
Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON (February 11, 2014) — The return of Ensemble members from across Canada to Niagara-on-the-Lake begins the countdown to a new Shaw Festival season. This week, rehearsals begin for the Masteroff/Kander/Ebb musical Cabaret; next week actors head to the rehearsal hall for Bernard Shaw’s Arms and The Man; and on March 3, rehearsals start for St. John Hankin’s The Charity that Began at Home. Preview performances of these shows begin in April. Read the rest of this entry »
- Last season’s fiscal and artistic accomplishments celebrated -
Media Release #3
Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON (January 31, 2014) — Shaw Festival Theatre Canada held its Annual General Meeting for the 2013 season on Friday, January 31, 2014 in the lobby of the Festival Theatre. Chair Andrew M. Pringle welcomed members of the Shaw Festival Board of Governors along with staff, supporters and friends who gathered to celebrate the impressive artistic and financial results of the 2013 season. Read the rest of this entry »
Media Release #2
Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON (January 31, 2014) — The Shaw Festival today announced the appointment of four new members to its bi-national Board of Governors at its Annual General Meeting. Read the rest of this entry »
- Changes to January 25 and February 1 programs: Philomena and Nebraska confirmed -
Media Bulletin #2
Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON (January 23, 2014) — The Shaw Festival today announced details about their special fundraising event that includes a post-show reception featuring food, wine and decor inspired by Nikolaj Arcel’s Oscar-nominated film A Royal Affair on Saturday, February 22 at 7 p.m. The evening begins with a screening of the acclaimed historical drama in The Shaw’s Festival Theatre, with the reception to follow in the Macdonald Heaslip Lounge. Tickets are $85 (film and reception) and $25 (film only). Funds raised will go towards upgrading film projection equipment. Read the rest of this entry »
Media Release #1
Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON (January 2, 2013) — The phone lines will be open at the Shaw Festival starting Saturday, January 11, 2014 at 9 a.m. with Box Office staff ready to take ticket orders for the 2014 season. Online ticket sales at shawfest.com, by fax or by mail begin Wednesday, January 8, 2014. Order before January 31st and save: prices will increase after February 1st. The Shaw offers special pricing for students, seniors and those under 30. For more ways to save, visit shawfest.com. The Shaw Festival Box Office can be contacted at 1-800-511-SHAW (7429) or locally at 905-468-2172.Tickets can also be purchased in person at 10 Queen’s Parade in Niagara-on-the-Lake. Read the rest of this entry »
Media Bulletin #1
Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON (December 9, 2013) — Christmas merriment abounds at the Shaw Festival. This weekend’s visit to Niagara-on-the-Lake by jolly old St. Nick kicks off The Shaw’s seasonal activities. Read the rest of this entry »
Media Bulletin #13
Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON (November 19, 2013) – There’s still so much more to entertain you at The Shaw’s Festival Theatre this winter. The ninth annual Shaw Festival Film Series starts November 30 at 3 p.m., with the screening of Golden Globe and Oscar winning filmmaker Susanne Bier’s romantic comedy Love Is All You Need starring Pierce Brosnan and Trine Dyrholm. The Festival Film Series continues until February 15, 2014. Read the rest of this entry »
