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iPhoto caption: Rose Napoli appears as Margaret in her play Mad Madge. Photo by Dahlia Katz.

What is a feminist rom-com?

Rose Napoli reflects on Mad Madge, rom-coms, and the undeniable power of Patrick Swayze.

By Rose Napoli / Apr 17, 2024
iPhoto caption: Photo by Gregory Lee.

All the Little Worlds: Reflections on Artistic Direction with Martha Henry, Diana Leblanc, and Marti Maraden – Part 3

It’s just interesting that the size of the theatre and the size of the budget is a deciding factor. Stratford has yet to have a woman lead the theatre in a solo fashion. And that day will come, I have no doubt.

By Christine Horne / Feb 5, 2020
iPhoto caption: Photo by Gregory Lee.

All the Little Worlds: Reflections on Directing with Martha Henry, Diana Leblanc, and Marti Maraden – Part 2

Martha never thought she would be a director. As far as experience had taught her, directors were men. There were a few female directors that she was aware of, but it wasn’t the norm [...] Directing jobs at The Grand and Tarragon followed, and Martha felt she always had to get over the initial hurdle of colleagues accustomed to only working with a male director. Technicians made fun of her if she asked what they felt was a stupid question, or ignored her if the question was smart

By Christine Horne / Dec 19, 2019

Casting Announcement: Revolt. She Said. Revolt Again.

Discord and Din Theatre have announced their cast for Revolt. She Said. Revolt Again!

By Mariam Ahmed / Dec 9, 2019