The Bard's Bus Tour

On the road since 1995, The Bard's Bus Tour shares accessible, Pay-What-You-Can classical theatre with over 25 communities in Ontario

The Odyssey

"Twenty mortal years Odysseus. No matter what graces the gods heap upon you, you can't believe you'll find your home as you left it."
July 11 - August 18, 2013.

Trafalgar 24

Creativity knows no bounds until you are locked in a haunted castle overnight. Trafalgar 24 brings together 24 writers, directors and actors to create, rehearse and perform 6 new plays in only 24 hours, all set within the environs of a stunning 19th century castle.

Fundraising Gala

Trafalgar 24 is also Driftwood's main annual fundraising event, featuring sumptuous wine and dessert receptions and a stupendous silent auction.

Beyond The Castle

Driftwood is dedicated to new play development. Each year, one playwright is selected by jury to receive an invitation to further expand upon their work from Trafalgar 24. The program includes a commission to develop the work, access to dramaturgical support, and a workshop of the revised piece.

At Close of Day, by Kevin John McDonald

When you feel the most lost, you are often the closest to being found.

Driftwood Theatre. Simply Classic.

Taking as inspiration the works of William Shakespeare, Driftwood Theatre is dedicated to celebrating the many playwrights past and present whose work shares his classic quality.

The Comedy of Errors

The Bard's Bus Tour 2009. Pictured: Peter van Gestel, Shannon Currie, Sabryn Rock, Helen King, Steven Burley and Peter Nicol.

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Driftwood Summer Job Opportunities: Theatre Technicians Needed

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The Driftwood Theatre Group, Ontario’s outdoor summer-touring theatre company, is looking to fill the following positions for their upcoming Bard’s Bus Tour. Technical Director (contract runs from June 17th to August 25th) Apprentice Technical Director (contract runs from June 17th to August 25th) Crew Member/Sound Operator (contract runs from July 2nd to August 18th) For details about [...]

Driftwood’s Official 19th Bard’s Bus Tour Announcement

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For its 19th season Driftwood Theatre embarks upon a new journey… “Twenty mortal years Odysseus. No matter what graces the gods heap upon you, you can’t believe you’ll find your home as you left it.” In celebration of William Shakespeare’s birthday, Driftwood Theatre is proud to officially announce the 2013 Bard’s Bus Tour: THE ODYSSEY, adapted from Homer [...]