Join director Sam White and guest host, Soulpepper Theatre’s Artistic Director Weyni Mengesha, as they talk about White’s love of Shakespeare, her decision to direct the Stratford Festival’s 2024 production of Romeo and Juliet, and more.
Listen as the director responds to burning questions, like how she managed to make a Romeo and Juliet production unique after countless interpretations. Or how she made a 400-year-old play relevant to the here and now? White’s thoughtful answers will leave you ready to visit this classic tale of young love with fresh eyes and an open mind.

Romeo and Juliet
By William Shakespeare
Directed by Sam White
Set and Costume Designer - Sue LePage
Lighting Designer - Louise Guinand
Composer and Sound Designer - Debashis Sinha
Fight Director and Intimacy Director - Anita Nittoly
Choreographer - Adrienne Gould