Inspired by the brilliance, bravery, humanity and humour of George Bernard Shaw, the Shaw Festival is a crucible of progressive and provocative ideas, which illuminate our understanding of todays world. The 2007 playbill, centered on the era of Bernard Shaw (1856-1950), covers a diversity of views that shine light on different worlds during a period of extraordinary shift. With intellectual rigor and passion, Artistic Director Jackie Maxwell, now in her fifth season, continues to re-invigorate the Festival with international and Canadian contemporary plays, new translations of classic texts and new plays developed for the Festival. Playing alongside new productions of mandate work, Ms. Maxwell maintains her commitment to present the relevant, exceptional theatre that has gained The Shaw its world-class reputation.
Ten productions are presented this season in three distinctive theatres: the Festival, Court House and Royal George, all located in historic Niagara-on-the Lake, Ontario.
Additional Information:
Dates: April 3 to October 28
Ticket prices: range from $22 to $95 Canadian (GST included). Discounted Sunday night, preview, senior, student, family, 30 Under 30 and group ticket rates are available.
Location: Niagara-on-the Lake, Ontario (three theatres: the Festival, Court House and Royal George)
Address: Shaw Festival, Box 774, Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON L0S 1J0
Phone: (905) 468-2172 / Toll free in North America 1-800-511-SHAW (7429)
Fax: (905) 468-3804
Website: www.shawfest.com
The cast of Mack and Mabel.
Patrick McManus as Ragged
David Schurmann as Clive,
