John Richardson on Stratford Festival

In the House of Commons on February 16th, 1999. See this statement in context.

Stratford FestivalStatements By Members

February 16th, 1999 / 2:10 p.m.

Liberal

John Richardson Liberal Perth—Middlesex, ON

Mr. Speaker, Perth—Middlesex is the home of the world famous Stratford Festival. As many members of the House can attest, the festival is live theatre at its absolute best.

I invite all parliamentarians, indeed all Canadians, to visit the 47th edition of the Stratford Festival.

Come and enjoy the magic of Shakespeare's

The Tempest , sing along with West Side Story or risk your mortal soul with Bram Stoker's Dracula

. The festival has these and many other plays to delight and enchant theatre buffs.

I will soon be sending Stratford Festival programs to offices on Parliament Hill. All Canadians can get information on the festival by visiting its website or calling 1-800-567-1600.

I hope to see everyone at this year's Stratford Festival.

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