Lindsay Merrithew
- Actor
Lindsay Merrithew is a Juilliard-trained actor whose career spans over three decades across theatre, film, and television. Known for his emotional precision and magnetic stage presence, he has built a reputation as a deeply committed performer who brings intellectual depth and emotional nuance to every role.
Lindsay began his artistic journey after completing an undergraduate degree in Business Administration, before pivoting to the performing arts with formal training at the prestigious Juilliard School in New York City. His dual foundation in both business and artistry later informed his tenure as the founder and longtime CEO of a global wellness company, a chapter he recently closed to return full-time to his creative roots.
In theatre, Lindsay has taken on a wide range of classical and contemporary roles, with particular acclaim for his performance as Mark Rothko in John Logan's Red. The production, mounted in Toronto in 2024, was met with critical and audience acclaim, earning Lindsay a Dora Award nomination for Outstanding Performance. His portrayal of Rothko was praised for its gravitas, vulnerability, and fierce intelligence-a performance that left a lasting impression on audiences and critics alike.
Lindsay began his artistic journey after completing an undergraduate degree in Business Administration, before pivoting to the performing arts with formal training at the prestigious Juilliard School in New York City. His dual foundation in both business and artistry later informed his tenure as the founder and longtime CEO of a global wellness company, a chapter he recently closed to return full-time to his creative roots.
In theatre, Lindsay has taken on a wide range of classical and contemporary roles, with particular acclaim for his performance as Mark Rothko in John Logan's Red. The production, mounted in Toronto in 2024, was met with critical and audience acclaim, earning Lindsay a Dora Award nomination for Outstanding Performance. His portrayal of Rothko was praised for its gravitas, vulnerability, and fierce intelligence-a performance that left a lasting impression on audiences and critics alike.
