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It’s been about a week since we closed The King James Bible play at @stratfest 🍍

Hard to put into words, even though it’s a play about words, how much this production has meant to me. It’s a huge play about huge things and also achingly personal. These actors were the best translators, their rigour, the way they brought themselves to the work, was unparalleled.

Nina @nla.et.nac my extraordinary director and theatre wife brought my world to life in every way possible and I couldn’t have done it without my extraordinary dramaturges @keeferbarker & @martinekei

Our incredible team: designers @dreadfishead @lxq42 & @gzapper, stage managers @erikadmorey Lily and May, backstage crew and house managers, went above and beyond. Everyone worked together on this one. I am so grateful.

We had a sold out run in Stratford and now we’re heading to the NAC in Ottawa November 11-21st. If you weren’t able to catch us this summer, get your NAC tickets now because there are only three shows left that aren’t sold out.

I’d love to share this one with you ✨

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The World Premiere of The King James Bible Play has come to an end @stratfest ✨

I will forever treasure these humans, these words, this unforgettable experience.

@charlottecorbeil thank you for bringing me along on this epic journey from inception to production. Witnessing you excavate and pour your self into this play has taken my breath away at every turn. I don’t know how you do it. I’m so lucky I get to marvel at your mastery up close.

Thank you @nla.et.nac for the depth of your care in this process, your trust and your gorgeous vision.

Thank you to this brilliant cast, all of whom I adore and admire and can’t wait to play with again.

Thank you @keeferbarker @martinekei, Tim Whelam, @kennedycmackinnon & Rebecca Cuthbertson for your support.

Thank you to our lovely designers @dreadfishead @lxq42 & @gzapper and our sweet crew, especially Victoria, Jen, Curtis, Georgina, Jennifer and the amazing @costumecutterbyday ♥️

And huge love to our SUPERSTAR stage management team @erikadmorey Lily Cardiff and May Nemat Allah who all filled the space with such infectious energy and made coming to work a joy 🫶

Thank you to everyone who came to see our show, your response has meant the world!!

Can’t wait to take this one on the road to @nac.cna ✨

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Nobar kali ini kita agak berbeda 📺

Dikasih kata kata pula sama @steven_haoby

#wargabellbiru #parungpanjang

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Tonight, A Midsummer Night's Dream comes to an end.🌜✨
Directed by Graham Abbey, Shakespeare's beloved comedy has enchanted audiences with a production that "sounds immediate and current, the gags topical and fresh... Talk about a dream" (The Globe and Mail).

"With a phenomenal cast and inventive design" (BroadwayWorld), this joyful production embraced the heart and humour of the play, making it "consistently, genuinely and uproariously funny" (Postmedia).

As this midsummer dream drifts into memory, we celebrate the many individuals whose talent and imagination made the magic possible. 🧚‍♀️

📷 1) André Sills as Oberon and Sara Topham as Titania in A Midsummer Night's Dream.
2) Jordin Hall as Lysander, Mike Nadajewski as Puck and Sara Topham (behind) in A Midsummer Night's Dream.
3) From left: Aaron Krohn as Francis Flute, 郝邦宇 Steven Hao as Snug, Sarah Dodd as Rita Quince, Sara-Jeanne Hosie as Snout and Michael Man as Robin Starveling in A Midsummer Night's Dream.
4) Ijeoma Emesowum as Hippolyta in A Midsummer Night's Dream.
5) Sara Topham as Titania and Michael Spencer-Davis as Bottom in A Midsummer Night's Dream.
6) From left: André Sills as Oberon, Thomas Duplessie as Demetrius, Jessica B. Hill as Helena, Jordin Hall as Lysander, Vivien Endicott-Douglas as Hermia and Mike Nadajewski as Puck in A Midsummer Night's Dream.
Set design by Lorenzo Savoini. Costume design by Joshua Quinlan. Lighting design by Kevin Lamotte. Photography by David Hou.

#SFDream #AMidsummerNightsDream #Stratfest

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Also got to see Shakespeare's Othello tonight! We were lucky enough to get to do a workshop this morning with Irene Poole on some text from Othello and it was a very useful session on how iamic pentameter works in Shakespeare's texts. We also got to ask one of the actors a few questions after the show André Sills @dre373 while we were waiting for the bus which is always a pleasure to hear what they have to say about the industry and how they got to where they are.

#othello #stratfordfestival #tompattersontheatre

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🏏 It shall be so: we are champions once again! 🏆
Yesterday, the 52nd annual cricket match between the Stratford Festival and our friends at the Shaw Festival was held at the Niagara Cricket Centre in Thorold. We're thrilled to report that our incredible team claimed victory for the fourth consecutive year, defeating Shaw 210-202!

Our players were cheered on by a spirited group of friends, staff and actors who made the journey to support them. Following the match, the celebrations continued at the Shaw Festival, where everyone gathered for an evening of dinner, dancing and the awards ceremony.

Congratulations to the team and award recipients:

🎉 Spirit of the Game: 郝邦宇 Steven Hao
For his extraordinary fielding efforts and bolstering support.

🎉 Rookie of the Year: Carter Gulseth
For his flair, joy, passion and fashion.

🎉 Defensive Player of the Year: Alexandra Rizkallah
For putting her body on the line for every ball in an outstanding rookie season.

🎉 Players of the Match: The Wicket Takers
Gaurav Bhatt, André Sills, Dan Van Winden, Ben Bolt Martin, Emilio Vieira, Tim Ziegler and Darryn de Souza

🎉 Most Valuable Player: Tim Ziegler
For his exceptional all-round performance: near unhittable bowling, extraordinary wicketkeeping, a top score of 68 runs and outstanding leadership on and off the field.

A special thank you to the Shaw Festival for hosting us this year, and to our phenomenal captain, Emilio Vieira, whose dedication continues to keep this cherished rivalry and tradition thriving.

#ItShallBeSo #Cricket #StratfordFestival #Stratfest

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At this year's Festival, two new Canadian works are finding fresh meaning in texts from the distant past.
Next Magazine spoke with Charlotte Corbeil-Coleman, playwright of The King James Bible Play, and Jovanni Sy 施崇梵, playwright and director of The Tao of the World, about the ideas and inspirations behind their plays.

The King James Bible Play explores the monumental translation of the first authorized English Bible by a group of 17th-century men, juxtaposing it with a group of present-day women attempting to translate that history for the stage. The idea came to Charlotte when she learned that:

"The King James Bible, while being this very religious text, actually changed the English language in a lot of ways. So many things that we say now came out of that version of the text. Words create thoughts, and thoughts create action. It's a really important text to investigate because it has had a profound influence on the English language and, as a result, on the way English speakers think."

Similarly, The Tao of the World draws inspiration from a centuries-old text. In 2021, after being asked to direct a comedy that might help lift audiences' spirits following the pandemic, Jovanni initially considered William Congreve's Restoration comedy The Way of the World. He soon realized that reimagining the play in a contemporary context could make its themes resonate with modern audiences:

"We’re all fascinated today with shows like The White Lotus, which are purportedly satirical, or even ‘comedies of manners,’” Jovanni observes, “but I question whether they really are. The joke is that they all behave horribly and selfishly, and in the end, they’re never held to account for any of their actions... the message is, ‘Well, that’s just the way the world works’ … that’s the way of the world, if you will."

He adds that: "this is my anti-White Lotus play. If we’re going to do a comedy of manners that calls people out for their behaviour, let’s [actually] call them out for their behaviour."

📰 Read the full article in Next Magazine.
Both shows run until September 26.

📷 Image credits in the comments.

#SFTao #SFKingJames #SF2026 #StratfordFestival #Stratfest

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#openingnight at #thetaooftheworld. Congratulations to playwright Jovanni Sy and the cast & crew. #breakaleg #stratfordfestival #tompattersontheatre @stratfest

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So grateful to have been invited to the first dress rehearsal of Tao of the World at Stratford Festival! What an absolute joy from beginning to end. 👏👏🎉🎉

This is a must-see show—hilarious, heartfelt, and so brilliantly written. I was laughing the whole time! It totally reminded me of the fun, fast-paced energy of Crazy Rich Asians.

Huge congratulations to Jovanni on writing such a wonderful play and for his outstanding direction. Bravo! And to Agnes, Angus, Derek, and Nestor—you were all absolutely incredible. Congratulations to the entire cast and creative team on such a fantastic production.

It also felt like a mini Salesman in China reunion, which made the evening even more special. ❤️

A special thank you for the beautiful autographed Salesman in China script—I will treasure it.

Wishing everyone a fantastic run. Break a leg, and I can’t wait for our next reunion in 2027. Bravo, everyone! 👏🎭

#TaoOfTheWorld #StratfordFestival #DressRehearsal #MustSee #TheatreLife CanadianTheatre JovanniSy NewPlay LaughOutLoud CrazyRichAsiansVibes SalesmanInChina TheatreFamily Bravo StandingOvation SupportLiveTheatre

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THEY PLEAD THE FIFTH!!!

Join me with Steven Hao and Ethan Zuchkan as we talk all things that rock.

“OOGA CHAKA is a 100% historically questionable retelling of the world’s first theatre makers, as they sharpen their sticks, refine their scripts, and discover THE ARTIST’S WAY!” Our full interview is on YOUTUBE NOW!!!!!

It’s the second week of fringe so only a few more chances to catch OOGA CHAKA @soulpeppertheatre Michael Young Theatre at the following times:

9 July - 2:30PM
10 July - 8:30PM
11 July - 10PM

Tickets are currently available online, over the phone and @toronto_fringe patio & box office next to @soulpeppertheatre !!!

HAPPY FRINGING! And see ya soon 💜

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OOGA CHAKA??? WHAT DOES THAT MEAN?!

Join me with Steven Hao and Ethan Zuchkan as we talk all things that rock. “OOGA CHAKA is a 100% historically questionable retelling of the world’s first theatre makers, as they sharpen their sticks, refine their scripts, and discover THE ARTIST’S WAY!” Our full interview is coming very soon!!!!!

It’s the second week of fringe so only a few more chances to catch OOGA CHAKA @soulpeppertheatre Michael Young Theatre at the following times:

9 July - 2:30PM
10 July - 8:30PM
11 July - 10PM

Tickets are currently available online, over the phone and @toronto_fringe patio & box office next to @soulpeppertheatre !!!

HAPPY FRINGING! And see ya soon 💜

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🪨 ITS TONIGHT BABY!! 🪨

We are erupting with anticipation to finally show you Ooga Chaka! Opening night is almost sold out, so pull out your pebbles and grab your tickets now! Find them in our bio!

Where is the show? - The Micheal Young Theatre - 50 Tank House Lane, Toronto!

When? - Tonight at 6:15pm! Give yourself time to navigate through the roaming herds downtown (Fifa fans)!

We are so excited to see you and so proud of the show we've produced, tonight's gonna ROCK! 🪨

CAST
Nicolas Eddie as Rock 🪨 @nicholas_eddie
Kole Durnford as Horp🪨 @koledurnford
Ben Yoganathan as Bungu 🪨 @benyoganathan
Rachel Cucheron as Kiki 🪨 @rach_heron
Margot Greve as Ensemble 1 🪨 @margotgreve
Ben Kopp as Ensemble 2 🪨 @ben__kopp
Ruaridh MacDonald as Ensemble 3 🪨 @__ru__

CREW

Director 🎬 Steven Hao - @steven_haoby

Prop/Set Designer 🔨 Sabrina Pye - @sabreebreebree

Lighting Designer 💡 Mathilda Kane - @mathildakdesigns

Costume Designer 👔 Claudia Matas - @cloudeus

Sound Designer 🔊 Abbey Kruse - @abbstract.designs

Production Stage Manager 📋 Nazerah Carlisle - @hellokittynaz

Stage Manager 📄 Liam Cox - @lliam_1163

Playwright ✍️ Ethan Zuchkan - @ethan_zuchkan

Dramaturg 🎭 Jacob Willis - @__jacobwillis

Associate Director/Marketing 💻 Allison MacKenzie - @allyamzie

Social Media 📱 Zachary Lajueness Morgan - @zach.laj

#OogaChaka #Puckers #Parlous #FringeTO #TorontoIndieTheatre

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