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Stratford Festival

55 Queen Street, Stratford, Ontario N5A 4M9 , Canada
1.800.567.1600
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Ranked #1 of 18 attractions in Stratford
Type: Theaters
Owner description: The Stratford Festival is a repertory theatre festival, permanently located in Stratford, Ontario, Canada. Our mission is to produce, to the highest... more » Owner description: The Stratford Festival is a repertory theatre festival, permanently located in Stratford, Ontario, Canada. Our mission is to produce, to the highest standards possible, the best works of theatre in the classical and contemporary repertoire, with special emphasis on the works of William Shakespeare.A national institution of international renown, the Festival is committed to maintaining and promoting the highest level of artistic excellence, to cultivating the widest possible audience and to providing theatre-related education and training for Canadian artists. In our creative exploration of the great works of the dramatic imagination, we aim to rediscover and reinvent those works for each new age, in order that they may continue to entertain, enlighten and inspire audiences of all ages and origins. « less
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Kingsford
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 17, 2013 NEW

We took in four shows in two days and all were superior. Fiddler on the Roof was outstanding and plaudits go to veteran Scott Wentworth for his portrayal of Tevya. Waiting for Godot was excellent as were Blithe Spirit and the Cynthia Dale concert/show in the Studio Theater

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Hamilton, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 17, 2013 NEW

Loved the ease of booking both Theatre and Parking via the web. Watch out for special promos like the one April Fools day this year that allowed us to get very cheap tix for a number of plays. We saw Fiddler which was outstanding, (5 Stars) and Musketeers which did not hold my attention with frenetic staging, fights that were... More

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Detroit, MI
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 17, 2013 NEW

Practically anything you go to see at the Stratford Festival is nothing but top notch. Fiddler on the Roof was sensational. Something for everyone.

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London, On
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 16, 2013 NEW

We go annually and the experience is always more than good enough but the performances can vary a great deal. The town is fun to wonder about and the river and "lake" are great for photographers and especially for the various water fowl that live there. I have spent a full afternoon walking about talking pictures and do so about... More

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Mississauga, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 16, 2013 NEW

We have visited the Stratford Festival every year for the last twelve years. Fiddler on the Roof is now my favourite show! It's funny and emotional. The lead actor, Scott Wentworth was fantastic as Tevye; he draws you in, so believable and Kate Hennig as Golde was his perfect foil. The music is outstanding and, of course, the theatre itself... More

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London, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 15, 2013 NEW

We go to Stratford every year and are rarely disappointed. This year we loved Measure for Measure at the Tom Patterson but were not impressed with Romeo and Juliet.

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Portland, Oregon
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 14, 2013 NEW

One of the best rep companies around! Consistently high quality theater at a level most other companies only dream of reaching. World class (even Tony nominated) musicals, Shakespeare that is approachable for all, new plays and classics. My week at Stratford is one of my favorites every year!

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Plymouth, MI
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 14, 2013 NEW

Need I say more? Great performances by great actors. My wife and I have enjoyed the Festival's productions for 50 consecutive years,including everything from Shakespeare to Ibsen, Pinter, Noel Coward and Samuel Beckett. It's been a must on our calendar ever since 1964. This year two productions not to be missed are "Mary Stuart" and "Waiting for Godot," with superb... More

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ottawa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 14, 2013 NEW

Saw three plays, one(Fiddler), two were simply excellent (Mary Stuart, Blithe Spirit) Wide selection of restaurants Great walks along the river Lovely old homes

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Bradford West Gwillimbury, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 13, 2013 NEW

Tommy was great with a beautiful 30 second homage to Jimi Hendrix in the Overture and most of the audience singing along withe Listening to You Finale ... See Me, Feel Me, Touch Me, Heal Me ... and all the parts in between were Wow. Orchestra/Band deep, wide, faithful to The Who.

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