Slings & Arrows is a drama TV series first aired in 2003. The show has gained attention for its storyline, performances, and production quality. Viewers can explore detailed information including cast, ratings, plot summary, and similar recommendations on CinemaToday.
This darkly comic Canadian series follows the fortunes of a dysfunctional Shakespearean theatre troupe at the fictional New Burbage Festival, exposing the high drama, scorching battles, and artistic miracles that happen behind the scenes.
The cast of Slings & Arrows features talented actors who bring the story to life with memorable performances.
Slings & Arrows consists of multiple seasons with engaging episodes that expand the storyline and character development.
2003 | 6 Episodes
Geoffrey Tennant returns to the New Burbage Theatre—the site of his own acting triumph and career-ending meltdown—to assume the artistic directorship after the sudden death of his mentor, Oliver Welles. Believing that theatre is meant to provoke not anesthetize, Geoffrey takes on the suits who want to turn the festival into a theme park, a director who runs amuck with Hamlet, and his own demons, including Oliver—who returns to haunt him.
2005 | 6 Episodes
In season two, Geoffrey is now ensconced as artistic director of the New Burbage theatre festival, and must stage the cursed play Macbeth to fulfill the vision of his deceased predecessor Oliver. The lead actor engages in a titanic clash of egos with Geoffrey, while Oliver weighs in from the grave. A financial crisis forces the CEO to engage in some risky business, while leading lady Ellen endures a life-altering tax audit.
2006 | 6 Episodes
Season three sees the festival planning to stage King Lear, as well as a contemporary new musical, in an attempt to top the critical and financial success of its last production. But creative director Geoffrey Tennant finds himself seized by fits of uncontrollable weeping—among other, more intimate maladies.
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Slings & Arrows has received positive audience ratings, reflecting its popularity and viewer engagement worldwide.
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