Hirsch
When
Runs from
Tuesday February 25 2014
to Saturday March 1 2014
Approximate running time: 2 hours
Venue
Production Notes
This Stratford Festival smash hit production brings to life the world of legendary theatre genius John Hirsch. Orphaned by the Holocaust at age 13, Hungarian refugee Hirsch lands in Canada and finds a new home in the world of theatre, where his fierce talent, stormy temperament and uncompromising drive propel him to great heights but also challenge his existence.
‘A brilliant triumph’ - Ottawa Citizen
‘Reorients our perception of where the magic really comes from’ - New York Times
Presented by the Firehall Arts Centre in association with the Chutzpah! Festival and Touchstone Theatre.
Created and conceived by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson. Directed by Paul Thompson.
‘A brilliant triumph’ - Ottawa Citizen
‘Reorients our perception of where the magic really comes from’ - New York Times
Presented by the Firehall Arts Centre in association with the Chutzpah! Festival and Touchstone Theatre.
Created and conceived by Alon Nashman and Paul Thompson. Directed by Paul Thompson.