The Western Canada Theatre has a new artistic director.
James MacDonald was announced as departing artistic director Daryl Cloran’s predecessor on Friday morning.
"James is a great fit for WCT. He’s a smart, visionary director, and a really great guy. I have no doubt that WCT audiences will love James and that he will lead the company into a very exciting next phase of growth,” said Cloran in a press release.
Macdonald brings with him award-winning acting and directing talents from across Canada.
"High-quality professional theatre is about changing lives – from patrons who have supported us for 40 years, to young people experiencing the joy and education of live theatre for the first time,” said MacDonald,
“Theatre is about community – who we are, where we’ve been, and where we are going. There are so many wonderful stories we can share together, and I am so excited to have the opportunity to live and work in this vibrant city. I am also proud to carry on the legacy of my predecessors, and to work with the incredible staff, Board, volunteers, Patrons, and artists of Western Canada Theatre in building a terrific future for the organization."
Macdonald begins his new role on Sept.1.
