The Understudy

a “Fools in Schools” Program
Touring to Ottawa Middle and High Schools
March 31 – April 12, 2025
Two Public Performances

About the Show

When a theatre troupe finds out that their star actor has gone missing they must find a replacement – and quickly! This hilarious and fast-paced misadventure features a Company of Fools performing some of Shakespeare’s greatest scenes alongside lucky “understudies” from the audience. With different “stars” in each show, every performance is one-of-a-kind. Is this The Actor’s Nightmare, you may ask? More like The Actor’s Dream! The Understudy features our team of skilled professional actors – and some lucky audience members! Scenes are taken from plays including Macbeth, Romeo & Juliet, King Lear, and A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Audiences young and old can join in the fun and tread the boards alongside their favourite Fools this spring!

Run Time: A cool 60-minutes

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CAST & CREATIVE TEAM

Ananya Antony
Cast
TBD
Stage Manager
Daniella Bell
Cast
Vanessa Imeson
Production Designer
Mitchell Cohen
Cast
Caity Smyck
Tour Manager
Kate Smith
Director & Playwright
Sam Woods
Local Boy

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