Gina Wilkinson Prize for an Emerging Female Director
Gina Wilkinson was a prolific actor/playwright and a stage director in constant demand. Her sudden passing was a great loss to her family, friends and the theatre community who cherished her joy, energy, and great lust for life.
In memory of Gina’s great talent and in celebration of her life, the Gina Wilkinson Prize for an Emerging Female Director has been established. An award is to be given annually, offering financial support to the next generation of female theatre directors.
Current Recipient
2017 Kimberley Rampersad
Kimberley Rampersad, winner of the 2017 Gina Wilkinson Prize
for an Emerging Female Director
Past Recipients
2016 Kelli Fox
2015 Valerie Planche
2014 Christine Brubaker
2013 Krista Jackson
2012 Ann-Marie Kerr
Award and Application Details
Award and Application Details
News Releases
Kimberley Rampersad awarded Gina' Prize for 2017 March 10, 2017
Nominations for annual Gina Wilkinson Prize now being accepted October 21, 2015
Donor Testimonial:
Wuchien Michael Than
Persistence and Passion: A Donor's Story
The Wuchien Michael Than Foundation Fund was established by Michael Than in partnership with the Ontario Arts Foundation in 2013. Funding began in 2013 and contributions continue to grow the fund and support a granting program. Michael Than created the Fund to help create opportunities for the creation, development of Asian-Canadian theatre and to develop new works by Asian-Canadian playwrights.
