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The Tempest: A Witch in Algiers

By | Announcements

Shakespeare in the Ruff is auditioning for three roles in our summer 2024 production of The Tempest: A Witch in Algiers, adapted by Makram Ayache and directed by Kwaku Okyere. A Witch in Algiers contains both new writing by Makram Ayache and original language from Shakespeare’s play.

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ruff reads 2024

OUR READING LIST HAS ARRIVED!

By | Announcements, Ruff Reads

It’s here! Ruff Reads 2024!

We’d be lying if we said we didn’t totally geek out over choosing the Ruff Reads selections each year. And this season is no exception! Join us as we read and discuss these exciting works, and take a look at how they might help us further understand the themes and ideas found in Shakespeare’s The Tempest as we gear up for Ruff’s 2024 summer production.

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FOUL PAPERS: NEW WORKS IN EARLY STAGES OF DEVELOPMENT

By | Announcements

Leading up to our summer production, we want you to join us as we explore the characters, themes and context of Shakespeare’s Tempest. 
 
On February 25th,  we are proud to bring you our third annual Ruff’s Winter Tale which will take place at Red Sandcastle TheatreThis season we are presenting Foul Papers: New Works in Early Stages of Development and will be sharing two exciting works in progress.

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2024 Episode 2

2024 – Ep. 2 Making Shakespeare: From Bash’d to St Lawrence with Julia Nish-Lapidus & James Wallis

By | Ruff Radio

Join Ruff Collective Member, Patricia Allison as she sits down for a joyous conversation with Julia Nish-Lapidus and James Wallis to chat about making Shakespeare in unconventional spaces, their move to the St lawrence Festival in Prescott, Ontario, and their upcoming production of Two Nobel Kinsmen presented by Shakespeare Bashed happening NOW at the Theatre Centre.

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2024 Season Announcement

The Tempest

By | Announcements, blog

When you perform outdoors, storms are always a factor – and we’ve weathered a few! Inclement weather is usually something we wish away, but not this year. This year, we’re inviting a big one… 

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ruff trivia night

RUFF TRIVIA NIGHT 2023

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What: Shakespeare in the Ruff Trivia Fundraiser
When: Monday, October 16th 6:30/7pm-9pm
Where: Black Lab Brewing 818 Eastern Avenue, Toronto

Dogs and outside food are welcome! 



Come out and support Shakespeare in the Ruff on Monday, October 16th for our annual Ruff Fundraiser! Back by popular demand, Ruff will be hosting Trivia at Black Lab Brewing. Sign up as a group, a couple, or as an individual and join a team to test your knowledge in various trivia categories– including Shakespeare. There will be auction items, raffle tickets, food, drinks and great company. Silent auction items include tickets to local theater performances in the city (courtesy of our friends at Soulpepper, Tarragon, Native Earth Performing Arts, and The Theatre Centre), new reads from Queen Books and Playwrights Canada Press; vouchers to the ROM, AGO, Canada’s Wonderland, and more! 

Join us for our annual fundraiser in supporting Ruff’s ongoing work in providing professional outdoor theatre, education and community engagement. Doors open at 6pm and tickets are available on the HERE.

Can’t make it but would like to support? You can make a donation to Shakespeare in the Ruff here. We look forward to seeing you on October 16th. We hope you’ll spread the word.

2023 Episode 6

2023 – Ep.6 The Board Perspective Part 1 with Marah Smith

By | Ruff Radio

“The Board Perspective” is a new series on Ruff Radio where we sit down with members of Shakespeare in the Ruff’s Board of Directors to chat about their unique outlook on the company and their role in making things happen at Ruff. Join us in Part 1 as Ruff collective member, Patricia Allison sits down with board member Marah Smith

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