Posts in Canada
Canada Review: "Girl from the North Country" at Toronto’s Royal Alexandra Theatre

“Some plot elements from ‘Girl from the North Country’ need to be fleshed out further as there are nineteen members in the cast, and some of the backstories need closure or further addressing. This element does not destroy this wonderful company’s exhibition of true ensemble performance perfection for the stirring renditions of Dylan’s songs.”

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Review: "The Valley" at Theatre on the Ridge

Like many other Canadian playwrights, Joan McLeod enjoys writing about Canada. But what sets her apart is her desire to peel back the peaceful veneer of Canadian society and reveal the stark reality of conflict and unease that often goes unacknowledged. This is true of her 2013 play, The Valley, which takes an unflinching look at mental health and, more specifically, the interaction of on-duty police officers with citizens suffering with mental illness.

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