Intimate Apparel

By Lynn Nottage
Directed by Philip Akin

In 1905 opportunities for Black women are in short supply. Thirty-five year old Esther has a gift for sewing exquisite garments but the richness of her work belies the loneliness in her life. An unexpected letter opens up a world of opportunities and she risks everything to wed a Caribbean stranger.

“Intimate Apparel is one of those productions so perfect in every way, it’s hard to praise properly.” Richard Ouzounian, Toronto Star

Three Dora Mavor Moore Award nominations – Outstanding Production, Direction & Costume Design (awarded)

Presented by the Canadian Stage Company at the Bluma Appel Theatre
2009—2010 Season
February 8 to March 6

Presented by the Citadel Theatre Company at the Shoctor Theatre,
Edmonton, Alberta
2011