The Stratford Festival truly appreciates the long-standing
support of our U.S. patrons through their memberships, gifts, volunteer work
and ticket purchases – right from the beginning in the days of the tent!
We encourage you to discover more about our various U.S.
Member-led initiatives and exclusive events planned for the 2023 season.
Michigan Members
If you are a Member of the Stratford Festival, at any level, and live in the state of Michigan – you are a Michigan Member!
The Michigan Members actively promote each Festival season through their Speakers Series, Stratford Festival On Film screenings and various education initiatives throughout the state of Michigan. They also host the extremely popular, and often sold-out, Michigan Members Weekend in Stratford in June of each season.
"With Mirth and Laughter Let Old Wrinkles Come"
(William Shakespeare, The Merchant of Venice, Act 1, Scene 1)
Saturday, June 24, 10:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m.
Paul D. Fleck Marquee, Festival Theatre
Join us as we take full advantage of the healing powers of laughter. We will be joined by a panel of experts, featuring Dr. David Goldbloom and company members, as we take a look at the comedic productions of the 2023 season.
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A Forum About "The Forum"
Sunday, June 25, 10:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m.
Lazaridis Hall, Tom Patterson Theatre
Julie Miles, the Meighen Forum Director will share the exciting plans for the 2023 season. Antoni Cimolino's vision for "The Forum" is to invite a magnificent roster of guests to join us in Stratford. Their contributions add enormously to the play-going experience and help make a visit to Stratford a true escape, giving people an opportunity to tune into world events in a deep and engaging manner.
Please watch your email: details will be provided in the spring.
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The Michigan Residency
The “Residency”, traditionally held in mid to late fall, is an annual education outreach program bringing our teaching artists to Michigan schools and universities, either in person or virtually, with the goal of promoting Shakespeare and encouraging and nurturing an understanding and interest in classical theater. The Residency is supported through the Michigan Education Outreach Fund. Established by a group of loyal Michigan donors, the fund ensures the future of education outreach in the state of Michigan.
Chicago Associates
The Chicago Associates are focused on audience development
and engagement. The Festival truly
appreciates their efforts in reaching out to current and potential patrons in
Chicago and environs and encouraging them to visit the Festival and take full
advantage of its many and varied offerings. The Associates also host events closer to home. Watch your email for details about events and
Stratford Festival On Film screenings in Chicago and area.