Derek
Ritschel
Derek Ritschel is a Canadian stage actor, writer and director best known for his contributions to Canadian comedies through his posting as the Artistic Director of Lighthouse Festival Theatre and Showboat Festival Theatre.
Derek is known as a triple threat in the Canadian theatre world. With a career that spans over 25 years, Derek has honed his craft in writing, directing and acting.
DIRECTOR
With 15 years experience directing Derek has had numerous standing ovations for his work in dramas, comedies and musicals.
PLAYWRIGHT
To date, he has written three professional produced plays. With his latest play Fair and Square nominated by the Playwrights Guild of Canada’s Tom Hendry Awards.
ACTOR
Since 1995 Ritschel has established himself as a steady go to as an actor for film, TV and Canadian developed comedies for the professional stage.
Latest Plays
Explore the three plays that have given Derek the reputation for writing terrific and punchy dialogue that leaves an audience laughing throughout the evening.
Matthew Olver, David Rosser, Precious Chong, Leah Oster
FAIR AND SQUARE
Grant Tilly, Sef Wood, Duff MacDonald
RUM RUNNERS
Norm Foster, Nora Sheehan
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