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
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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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Annie (4/12/25-9/15/25)
As You Like It (4/15/25-9/10/25)
Macbeth (4/17/25-9/10/25)
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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)
Salesman in China (8/3/24-10/26/24)
La Cage aux Folles (4/1/24-11/16/24)
Something Rotten! (4/1/24-11/18/24)
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I Am William (8/4/21-9/5/21)
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