Anecdotes

(1975-1980) Artistic Director of Canada's Stratford Festival

He was awarded the O.C. (Officer of the Order of Canada) on June 29, 2005 for his services to drama in Canada.

Juvenile actor, a student of the Bristol Old Vic who subsequently worked with London's Royal Shakespeare Company before moving to Canada in 1974.

Was director general of Edmonton's Citadel Theatre from 1990 to 1995.

Helped found Toronto's successful Soulpepper Theatre Company.