Bard on the Beach announces cast change for Hamlet and Twelfth Night in final month of festival
August 23, 2024, Vancouver, BC / Traditional territory of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations – Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival continues its 35th Season into September and announces a cast change in both Hamlet and Twelfth Night. Beginning September 1, in the production of Hamlet the title role will be played by Chirag Naik. He will also be taking over the whimsical role of Valentine in Twelfth Night. This scheduled change sees him replace Nadeem Phillip Umar Khitab.
Chirag Naik is no stranger to the Bard on the Beach stage, having captivated audiences in past seasons with his remarkable range and depth. His portrayal of Hamlet is eagerly anticipated, bringing a new interpretation to the role as Bard approaches the thrilling conclusion of its season.
Whether you’re eager to see Chirag Naik take on the role of Hamlet or enjoy the humour and heart of Twelfth Night, September is your last month to experience the Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival’s 2024 season. Directed by Stephen Drover, Hamlet has been engaging audiences with its adaptation and dramatic production. Twelfth Night, directed by Diana Donnelly, has been entertaining audiences with its hilarious and musical adaptation.
Ticket prices for all regular play performances start at $30 CAD and are available now. Early booking is recommended for best seat selection, as many performances sell out in advance. The full performance schedule and event details are on the Bard website at bardonthebeach.org. To book tickets, order online through the Bard website or call the Bard Box Office at 604-739-0559 or (toll free) 1-877-739-0559.
Bard on the Beach gratefully acknowledges the corporate sponsors and donors who support and sustain the Festival and its programs. Sponsors include: BMO Financial Group (BMO Mainstage) and Paul and Darlene Howard (Howard Family Stage), along with Hamlet Production Sponsor Odlum Brown. Season Media Sponsors include the Vancouver Sun and Global BC, as well as many other valued sponsors and partners. Bard also thanks the City of Vancouver Cultural Services Department, the Vancouver Park Board, the Province of British Columbia, the BC Arts Council, Canadian Heritage, and the Canada Council for the Arts for their continuing support.
About Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival
Bard on the Beach is one of Canada’s largest not-for-profit, professional Shakespeare festivals. Established in 1990, Bard’s mission is to create transformational experiences through exceptional theatre, training and education opportunities that inspire, resonate, and promote the exchange of ideas. As well as its annual summer Festival, Bard offers year-round education and training programs for youth, adults, and theatre professionals in its administrative home at the BMO Theatre Centre in Olympic Village as well as in schools and community facilities throughout the Lower Mainland of British Columbia.
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