Shakespeare by the Sea is a community-based charitable organization whose primary mandate is to create and promote theatrical productions with a focus on William Shakespeare. The launch and all partnership announcements of its 2019 season took place yesterday (April 12, 2019).
This summer SBTS will stage “The Tragedy of Macbeth” on the Tattoo Field of Signal Hill National Historic Site, in partnership with Parks Canada. Besides, Shakespeare’s “A Comedy of Errors” will also be presented at the Fortis Amphitheatre at The Rooms as part of a new and exciting partnership with The Rooms and Fortis Inc.
“This is SBTS’s 27th consecutive season bringing outdoor theatre to the St. John’s area. We look forward to collaborating with The Rooms in animating its outdoor cultural space and continuing our enduring partnership with Parks Canada at Signal Hill.”
-David Maher, Chair, Shakespeare by the Sea Festival Board of Directors.
SBTS’s production of “A Comedy of Errors ” will be designed to reflect the era of the Fishing Admirals in the old port of St. John’s and to appeal to young audiences in particular. “The Tragedy of Macbeth”, directed by Nicole Rousseau, promises an innovative treatment of the Scottish play. SBTS will also present a perennial favourite “Tunes and Tales “ with Kelly Russell, renowned musician, writer, and storyteller.
Commenting on the 2019 Season, Artistic Director, Paul Rowe, said:
“Shakespeare by the Sea Festival continues to be an important, creative force in our community. As community theatre our strength is derived from the support and engagement of not only a company of actors, musicians, volunteers and theatre professionals, but also our community partners who help bring our work to the stage.”