Review: ‘Richard II’ makes impressive – if stiff – Shakespeare on the Saskatchewan debut
For the first time in its 40-year history, Shakespeare on the Saskatchewan (SOTS) has taken on The Tragedy of Richard II. While it may not be as flashy as other SOTS shows, Richard II holds its own as a deeper and more serious example of classical Shakespearean performance — though it does occasionally leave its […]
Review: 1985-themed ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ a perfect gateway for new Shakespeare fans
Shakespeare on the Saskatchewan’s 40th anniversary features a hilarious and hijinks-filled rendition of A Midsummer Night’s Dream that had the whole audience howling.
Shakespeare on the Saskatchewan celebrates 40th with the old and the new
Shakespeare on the Saskatchewan will produce two full Shakespeare shows – and more – for their 40th anniversary season.
Review: ‘Million Dollar Quartet’ sends off Persephone’s 50th with style
The jukebox musical Million Dollar Quartet can be summarized by the phrase — and not without some irony — “a little less conversation, a little more action.” But by the almighty power of rock and roll does Persephone Theatre deliver on that action in their production of the musical, ending their 50th season with the […]
Review: Fun and fast-paced, “Made in Italy” finds its home on the stage
Farren Timoteo is a riveting storyteller, and his combination of comedic timing and physical ability makes Made in Italy a laugh-out-loud night at the theatre. Capisce?
One-man comedy “Made in Italy” comes to Saskatoon
The show follows an Italian teen growing up in Jasper in the 1970s, doing his best to navigate the line between his Italian heritage and the Canadian town he’s living in — and the influence of his various (and somewhat quirky) family.
Review: Clever and hilarious, new Sask. play makes triumphant debut
“18 Jews Order Chinese Food” is enjoying its world-premiere run at Persephone Theatre, but if the quality of the show is any indication this premiere will be the first of many productions to come.
New comedy by local playwright explores death, family and Chinese food
“18 Jews Order Chinese Food” is a based-on-real-life comedy from the mind of Saskatoon playwright Jenna Berenbaum.
Globe Theatre brings ‘Women of the Fur Trade’ to the round
“Women of the Fur Trade” explores men, colonizer influences, Métis leader Louis Riel and the critical fur trade through three strong women.
Love, life and imaginary friends at the heart of 25th Street Theatre play
What happens when your childhood imaginary friend hangs around a little too long … and suddenly other people can see them too? That’s the core of Mustard, the play written by Kat Sandler and the upcoming show produced by 25th Street Theatre. When Thai’s imaginary friend — the titular Mustard — appears and is seemingly […]