Stratford Festival
Qasim Khan
Actor
Born November 27, 1986 in Scarborough, Ontario, Canada (40 years old)
Musical TheatreTheatre
Canadian actorb. 1986
Signature Roles
Hamlet in HamletEric Glass in The Inheritance Parts 1 & 2Tesman in Hedda GablerChristy in The Playboy of the Western WorldCharlie in The MiserAtreyu in The Neverending StoryAdam in Paradise LostAntipholus of Ephesus in The Comedy of ErrorsThe Merchant in Timon of AthensBishop of Winchester in Henry VIII
10 Signature Roles7 Principal Houses
Spotlight
Career Trajectory
Qasim Khan's trajectory from early community theatre work through his International Actor Fellowship at Shakespeare's Globe to his emergence as a principal interpreter of classical and contemporary drama reflects a disciplined commitment to the craft. His career has been defined by sustained excellence across Canada's most prestigious theatrical institutions, where he has demonstrated particular mastery of Shakespearean roles while simultaneously establishing himself as a compelling voice in modern drama. His 2023 Toronto Theatre Award for Outstanding Lead Performance in *The Inheritance Parts 1 & 2* represents the apex of his mid-career achievement, positioning him among Canada's most sought-after classical actors.
Career Highlight
Toronto Theatre Award for Outstanding Lead Performance for Eric Glass in *The Inheritance Parts 1 & 2* (2023)
At a Glance
- Voice
- Actor
- Nationality
- Canadian
- Born
- 1986 · Scarborough, Ontario, Canada
- Active since
- 2023
Training & Education
University of Toronto/Sheridan College Theatre & Drama Studies program; Soulpepper Academy
Engagements
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