The Stratford Adventure 1954

This short film depicts how a small Canadian city, bearing the name of Stratford and by a river Avon, created its own renowned Shakespearean theatre. The film tells how the idea grew, how a famous British director, international stars and Canadian talent were recruited, and how the Stratford Shakespearean Festival finally became a triumphant reality.

Cast:

John Drainie
Narrator 

Michael Bates
Self 

Lloyd Bochner
Self 

Douglas Campbell
Self 

Robert Christie
Self 

Cecil Clarke
Self