SOTEC News

The College of Arts is beaming with pride as its theatre graduate, Kimberley Rampersad, earns accolades for her direction of King Lear at the prestigious Stratford Festival. Rampersad's production has received glowing reviews, with critics praising her skillful portrayal of the classic tragedy's themes. Running until October 29th, this remarkable rendition of King Lear promises a captivating theatrical experience. Don't miss the chance to witness Rampersad's talent in action at Stratford!

The French translation of a novel by Lawrence Hill, creative writing professor in the School of English and Theatre Studies in the College of Arts, has been recognized with a literary prize in France. 

Dr. Ajay Heble, faculty member in the School of English and Theatre Studies as well as the founding director of U of G's International Institute for Critical Improvisation has been awarded a 2023 Killam Prize, among the most distinguished research awards in Canada. 

To read more about this incredible achievement, read the U of G's news release.

Congratulations, Dr. Heble!

Location: Arts Performance Theatre, Alumni Walk MacKinnon Building Guelph

Evening Performances: November 17, 18, 19 @7:30pm

Matinee Performance: November 19 @2pm

Director: Kim McLeod

Scenography: Troy Hourie & THST 3&4 Production Students

"Theatre Is Now, Theatre Is Live"

 An Interview With SETS Professor Judith Thompson

The School of English & Theatre Studies recently interviewed SETS professor & Canadian playwright, Judith Thompson. The interview itself was conducted over email by English PhD candidate, Joseph Shea-Carter.

Where From Here (Sept 15th-16th) was an interdisciplinary conference that sought to engage the fractious, productive debates over nation & literature to ask what comes next for Canadian literary & cultural studies. Special thanks to Paul Barrett, Sarah Roger, the keynote speakers, the participants, & all the volunteers who helped ensure the two days were filled with such generative, engaging conversations, thought, & scholarship.

"Sky Gilbert featured in The Hamilton Spectator: A kinder, gentler Sky Gilbert awaits you at Theatre Aquarius, both literally and figuratively."

See the story here: https://www.thespec.com/entertainment/stage/2022/03/10/sky-gilbert-theat...