Playwright’s Circle Events

Opening Night Dinners
PWC Gold Stage Members and above are invited to join senior staff and members of the company for dinner prior to the following openings:

Blithe Spirit
Mercer Hall Inn Saturday, June 1

Othello
Pazzo Ristorante Wednesday, August 14

The Merchant of Venice
Paul D. Fleck Marquee, Festival Theatre Thursday, August 15

Each dinner begins at 5 p.m. and costs $125 plus tax.

Director’s Day: All for One and One for All!
Paul D. Fleck Marquee, Festival Theatre Saturday, July 27, 10:30 a.m.
A discussion with Miles Potter, director of The Three Musketeers, followed by lunch. Also includes dinner with members of the cast and crew. $125 plus tax. Theatre ticket sold separately.

Tommy Technical Tour: “How Do You Think He Does It?”
Chalmers Lounge, Avon Theatre Saturday, September 28, 10:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m.
An exclusive behind-the-scenes tour and discussion of the technical challenges of producing this spectacular rock musical. Associate and Sustainer Members are invited to this event. Includes lunch. $60 plus tax.

PWC and Prospero Society Joint Events

Innovation and Exploration: 2013 and Beyond
A Leadership Luncheon with Artistic Director Antoni Cimolino
The Church Restaurant, 70 Brunswick St.
Saturday, May 11, 11 a.m. to 1:15 p.m.
Antoni Cimolino shares his vision for the Festival’s future and expounds on the newly launched Forum series. Includes lunch. $75 plus tax.

Champagne and Dessert Reception
Eaton Lounge, Festival Theatre Tuesday, May 28, 6:30 p.m. to 7:45 p.m.
Celebrate Opening Week with senior staff and members of the company prior to the opening of Fiddler on the Roof. For members of the Prospero Society and PWC Members at the Gold Stage and above. $40 plus tax.

Behind the Scenes of Blithe Spirit
Saturday August 10, 10:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m.
Panel Discussion in the Studio Annex at 10:30 am, followed by lunch  in the Chalmers Lounge, Avon Theatre.
Actors, artisans and designers discuss the complexities of staging this classic comedy with “spirit” and style. Includes lunch. $60 plus tax.

To order tickets for these events, call the Box Office at 1.800.567.1600 or visit www.stratfordfestival.ca.

PWC Information Sessions
Join Festival staff members who will chat about how their work contributes to the Stratford Festival.

PWC Lounge on Friday mornings, 11a.m. in July, August and September.

Topics will be announced at a later date. No charge but registration recommended.

For more information about the Playwright’s Circle Program, contact Sharon Butler, Playwright’s Circle Manager at 519.271.0055 or 1.800.561.1233 extension 5635 or by email at sbutler@stratfordfestival.ca

Prospero Society Events

In appreciation of your generosity, members of the Prospero Society are invited to join us for one, or more, of the following opportunities to meet our actors and artisans at the following events:

Creating the Illusion of Time and Place: Sets for a Varied Season
Friday, September 13, 10:30 a.m.
Eaton Lounge, Festival Theatre
 
Join Festival artisans for an interactive discussion - illustrated with designs, working models and actual props - of the work that goes into creating the settings of the season's productions. Admission is free, but registration is required.
 
Event Tickets
Prospero Society Event Tickets are available by calling the box office at 519.273.1600 or toll-free at 1.800.567.1600