The Art of War at Stratford Festival

Dates: (6/10/2025 - 9/29/2025 )

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Stratford Festival

The Art of War by Yvette Nolan explores the impact of war on artists and society during the Second World War. The story follows Nick, an embedded painter who confronts the realities of combat, transforming both his artistic vision and Canada’s self-perception. Directed by Keith Barker, this poignant drama examines themes of conflict and creativity, highlighting the vital role of artists in both wartime and peacetime.

Cast and Creative team for The Art of War at Stratford Festival

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The Art of War

Ensemble

Creative Team

Robert Lepage

Director

Keith Barker

Director

Esie Mensah

Choreographer

Jackie Maxwell

Director

Stafford Arima

Director

Hiro Kanagawa

Playwright

Kat Sandler

Director

Franklin Brasz

Music Director

Stephanie Graham

Choreographer

Bobby Garcia

Director

Carol Stephenson

Production Co-Sponsor

Laurie J. Scott

Production Underwriter

Antoni Cimolino

Artistic Director

Esther Jun

Director

Kate Hamill

Playwright

Daryl Cloran

Director

Laura Burton

Music Director

Donna Feore

Director

Bob Sachs

Production Co-Sponsor

Martie Sachs

Production Co-Sponsor

Therese Gardner

Production Underwriter

John Gardner

Production Underwriter

Chris Abraham

Director

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What shows are coming up next at Stratford Festival?

Annie (4/12/25-9/15/25)
As You Like It (4/15/25-9/10/25)
Macbeth (4/17/25-9/10/25)
Sense and Sensibility (4/20/25-9/5/25)
The Winter’s Tale (4/25/25-9/3/25)
Dangerous Liaisons (5/1/25-8/31/25)
Dirty Rotten Scoundrels (5/5/25-9/12/25)
Forgiveness (5/15/25-9/20/25)
Ransacking Troy (6/1/25-9/30/25)

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