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snow in midsummer iPhoto caption: Snow in Midsummer production still by David Cooper.

REVIEW: Snow in Midsummer is a timeless, brilliant tragedy 

Directed by NAC English Theatre artistic director Nina Lee Aquino, the gorgeous details of the production allow audiences to feel the gravitas of every character.

By Amira Benjamin / Nov 3, 2024

REVIEW: Ottawa’s undercurrents festival explores a vast sea of emotions and styles

Curated by Ottawa Fringe, the 14th rendition of undercurrents festival has concluded, having brought fresh, fiery theatre productions to audiences in Canada's capital.

By Amira Benjamin, and Aisling Murphy / Feb 21, 2024
iPhoto caption: Photo by Dahlia Katz.

REVIEW: Prison Dancer at the NAC is a rehabilitating tale of humanity

Carmen Leilani De Jesus, Romeo Candido, and Nina Lee Aquino have created a contemporary classic with Prison Dancer.

By Amira Benjamin / Nov 28, 2023
iPhoto caption: Photo by Jeremy Daniel.

REVIEW: Hairspray in Ottawa is a sugar-sweet song and dance down memory lane

Did someone order some Hairspray? Well, it’s arrived at the National Arts Centre, and it’s more than ready to win your heart over.

By Amira Benjamin / Nov 16, 2023