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ANNE OF GREEN GABLES IN JAPAN AND BEYOND

Lazaridis Hall, Tom Patterson Theatre
Saturday, August 9, 2025
10:30 a.m. to noon
Global Theatre Week

This week will be a journey into the universality of theatre, culture and stories. Learn how theatre styles and stories are shared as they make their way around the world and live throughout time.


"Anne of Green Gables" in Japan and Beyond

Akage no An (Red-haired Anne) has been a mainstay on school curricula in Japan since the first Japanese language translation by Hanako Muraoka was written during WWII. The Japanese translation of this classic Canadian story is a testament to the way L.M. Montgomery’s novel resonates with not only audiences in Japan but readers around the world. Rediscover this childhood favourite through discussion between panelists exploring the unique historical context of Muraoka's translation.

Support for The Meighen Forum is generously provided by Kelly & Michael Meighen and the T.R. Meighen Family Foundation.


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