The Shaw Festival – bringing great theatre to life in the heart of Niagara Wine Country. One of the world’s finest theatre companies, the Shaw Festival is …
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Sep 18, 2024
We just walked out of the Shaw Variety Performance at the intermission. Utter drivel and no wonder the Shaw lost $4 million last year. Tim Carroll needs replacing. He is ruining the Shaw with his aw… Full review by OntarioBecky
Sep 4, 2024
For my 1000th review, this could have not been a more pleasurable experience. The main theatre is beautiful with comfy seats. Acoustics and site lines are very good. We saw 1 Man Two Guvnors. Ext… Full review by Bucko007
Aug 19, 2024
Shared our probably-8th-or-10th trip to the Shaw with friends, and saw a continuation of the superb theater that this festival is known to provide. An Agatha Christie, followed by Sherlock Holmes, en… Full review by westlakeroad
Where is a good place to stay when visiting the Shaw festival to see plays? Are there some places that are walkable to the theater?
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There are many places near the Shaw. Simply type in your web browser "hotels in Niagara on the Lake" and many will show. The Prince of Wales is exceptional and an easy walk to …
There are many places near the Shaw. Simply type in your web browser "hotels in Niagara on the Lake" and many will show. The Prince of Wales is exceptional and an easy walk to Shaw theaters. Another is across the road from the Festival Theater -- The Shaw Club Hotel.
What are the food offerings at the Festival Theater? Is it vegetarian friendly?
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Not sure. Eat at one of the many restaurants in Niagara on the Lake instead. Backhouse is a newish one and amazing. Bit of a walk and in a shopping plaza
Who do I contact to volunteer as a greeter at the Shaw.?
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Hi Pegbunce, Thanks for writing the Shaw Festival and expressing your interest in becoming a volunteer! Please visit the Shaw Guild website page for volunteer details. We …
Hi Pegbunce, Thanks for writing the Shaw Festival and expressing your interest in becoming a volunteer! Please visit the Shaw Guild website page for volunteer details. We can't post links on Trip Advisor, however if you google "Shaw Guild Volunteer" it will be the first link. Thank you! Alyssa