Off I go to get a jolt in the arm of culture via the Shakespeare Festival in Stratford, Ontario. Sure, I may live in New York City, a place rumored to have theater of its own. But why hang about there when there's a whole nation above us to view and enjoy?
The spirit of the enterprise then, I present to you Canada's most notable feature. It's really big.
Now to indulge in some Shakespeare and Wilde. To get a sense of what it will be like, I highly encourage you to seek out the magnificent Canadian television show Slings and Arrows. It takes place in a very Stratford-like city with theater in abundance. Best pickings if you like you your theater.
July 31, 2007 In response to:Shake Some Speares Alison commented:
Aww, yay! I love both Stratford (which is near where I grew up) and Slings and Arrows (especially the hilarious Paul Gross). Have a great time!
July 31, 2007 In response to:Shake Some Speares R.J. Anderson commented:
Wow, the whole Canadian identity problem solved in one swoop. Why did it take us so long? :)
July 31, 2007 In response to:Shake Some Speares Sarah Miller commented:
Hooray for Stratford! I'm dying to get up there and see Graham Green in Of Mice and Men.
Eat lunch at Tango -- it's yummy. And don't miss John Callan's little bookstore on York Street. He's a nice bookish fellow to chat with.
