Bruce Urquhart

Woodstock

Managing Editor at Stratford Beacon Herald

Managing Editor at Woodstock Sentinel Review

Articles

Stratford Festival review: An extraordinary cast brings warmth to The Winter's Tale

3 weeks ago | stratfordbeaconherald.com | Bruce Urquhart

Advertisement 1Director Antoni Cimolino and his collaborators embrace the contradictions of this rarely staged Shakespeare play • Article contentThere’s a reason The Winter’s Tale has only graced a Stratford Festival stage a half-dozen times since the 1953 inaugural season.
Trail Talk: Learning about trees and a photogenic raccoon

3 weeks ago | goderichsignalstar.com | Bruce Urquhart

Advertisement 1Columnist Patrick Capper learns a little more about two species of tree during his treks • Article contentI recently made two interesting discoveries about two tree species. Until recently, all the black cherry trees I have seen have been tall and mature, where I could see leaves but the flowers were too high up to view properly.
Stratford Festival review: A flawed Macbeth still demands attention

3 weeks ago | stratfordbeaconherald.com | Bruce Urquhart

Advertisement 1Director Robert LePage's ambitious production of the "Scottish Play" impresses in its scope • • Article contentIn many respects, Robert LePage’s ambitious multimedia staging of Macbeth is a towering achievement. Advertisement 2Article contentThe acclaimed French Canadian director has boldly transplanted Shakespeare’s famous tragedy from the highlands of 11th-century Scotland to the carnage of the Quebec Biker War in the mid-1990s.
Stratford Festival 2025: From conflict to resolution

1 month ago | stratfordbeaconherald.com | Bruce Urquhart

Advertisement 1The Stratford Festival's 2025 season opens Monday, May 26, with the Chris Abraham-helmed As You Like It • Article contentWhen Antoni Cimolino began envisioning the Stratford Festival’s 2025 season, he found himself thinking about conflict. Advertisement 2Article contentArticle contentWe apologize, but this video has failed to load. Try refreshing your browser, ortap here to see other videos from our team.
The Woodstock Sentinel Review

1 month ago | woodstocksentinelreview.com | Bruce Urquhart

Advertisement oopSkip to ContentAdvertisement 1 • • Article contentLily Melanson of Woodstock College Institute gets a good whip from her hair as she competes Thursday in the junior girls’ discus at the Western Ontario Secondary Schools Athletic Association track and field meet at Western’s Alumni stadium. She was one of almost 900 students from 49 regional schools competing for a berth in next week’s OFSAA West meet. Article contentWe apologize, but this video has failed to load.
PHOTO GALLERY: Family fun at Stratford Winterfest

Jan 27, 2025 | simcoereformer.ca | Bruce Urquhart

Skip to ContentAdvertisement 1Stratford Winterfest on Saturday attracted hundreds of visitors from around the area to enjoy games, food and performances. • Article contentStratford Winterfest on Saturday attracted hundreds of visitors from around the area to enjoy games, displays, performances and some good food at Upper Queen’s Park. Photos by Cory SmithArticle contentWe apologize, but this video has failed to load. Try refreshing your browser, ortap here to see other videos from our team.
Wheels of Hope: Vital program provides 'a wonderful comfort'

Dec 16, 2024 | norfolkandtillsonburgnews.com | Bruce Urquhart

Advertisement 1Volunteer driving program that supports cancer patients is in need of Oxford County volunteers • • Article contentNigel Cox had been looking for a post-retirement volunteer opportunity when a friend introduced him to the Wheels of Hope program. Advertisement 2Article contentArticle contentWe apologize, but this video has failed to load. Try refreshing your browser, ortap here to see other videos from our team. We apologize, but this video has failed to load.
Wheels of Hope: Vital program provides 'a wonderful comfort'

Dec 11, 2024 | woodstocksentinelreview.com | Bruce Urquhart

Advertisement 1Volunteer driving program that supports cancer patients is in need of Oxford County volunteers • Article contentNigel Cox had been looking for a post-retirement volunteer opportunity when a friend introduced him to the Wheels of Hope program. Advertisement 2Article contentArticle contentWe apologize, but this video has failed to load. Try refreshing your browser, ortap here to see other videos from our team. We apologize, but this video has failed to load.
Eric Bunnell's People: The picture of health

Oct 3, 2024 | stthomastimesjournal.com | Bruce Urquhart

Advertisement 1St. Thomas-Elgin General Hospital officials celebrate the facility's new MRI machine • Article contentWith a snip of a celebratory red ribbon, health care in St. Thomas moved further into the 21st century – and, just as importantly, closer to home. Advertisement 2Article contentWe apologize, but this video has failed to load. Try refreshing your browser, ortap here to see other videos from our team. We apologize, but this video has failed to load.
A Scribe's Musings: Help the West Elgin Community Health Centre

Sep 20, 2024 | thechronicle-online.com | Bruce Urquhart

Facing chronic underfunding by the province, the centre's board is urging supporters to sign its petitionThe board of the West Elgin Community Health Centre us urging supporters to sign its petition. Postmedia Network file photo Photo by Handout /jpg, WEArticle contentThe West Elgin Community Health Centre plays an integral role in our community, as I have documented in several recent columns over the spring and summer.