Historica Canada
Historica Canada: Heritage Minutes: Stratford, Ontario
As part of a video series, this clip profiles Stratford, Ontario which evolved from a small rail town into the Canadian home of Shakespearean drama. Learn about the men who conceived of The Stratford Festival, and make use of included...
Canadian Theatre Encyclopedia
Canadian Theatre Encyclopedia: The Stratford Festival
This is a great history of the Stratford festival with lots of links within the rest of the site.
Canadian Theatre Encyclopedia
Canadian Theatre Encyclopedia: Richard Monette
As well as being a well-respected actor, Monette is probably best known for his post as Artistic Director of the Stratford Festival. The journey of his career is great for students to study.
Canadian Theatre Encyclopedia
Canadian Theatre Encyclopedia: Christopher Plummer
Although well known as a film actor, a synopsis of his stage career is laid out here.
Canadian Theatre Encyclopedia
Canadian Theatre Encyclopedia: Sir William Tyrone Guthrie
Responsible for the development of the Stratford Festival, Guthrie remains one of the most influential people in Canadian theatre. Great for a history lesson, or as background information if you are planning a field trip to Stratford.