The Stephenville Theatre Festival is delighted to announce the appointment of Laura Caswell (she/her) as its new Artistic Director. Laura Caswell will be joining Stephenville Theatre Festival as Artistic Director on October 15, 2024. Laura’s appointment follows the departure of Heather Braaten, who stepped down as Artistic Director at the end of the 2024 season after eight successful years with STF.

Laura comes to us from Neptune Theatre in K’jibutuk (Halifax, NS) where she has been employed for the past 8 years as Director of Education, a role which allowed her to develop her skills as artistic director of youth and outreach programs. She is a playwright and dramaturg and has written shows that have toured all over Ontario and the Maritimes. With over 25 years of experience in musical theatre, Laura has worked extensively in all areas of performance, creation, production and education in the performing arts.

Laura has directed, choreographed and produced productions throughout Canada, including recent Neptune Youth Performance Company productions alongside regular theatre season programming. She also regularly produces cabaret and variety nights.

Laura is excited to connect with local artists and community members in the coming months.

Please join us in welcoming Laura Caswell to the Stephenville Theatre Festival.

Marie Alexander
Chair