Aug 1 – 23, 2025
The Secret Garden of An Sìthean
Adapted by Andrea Boyd from the novel by Frances Hodgson Burnett, World Premiere
A garden forgotten. A Spirit Reborn.
A family-friendly folklore story with Gaelic music. When Mary arrives at a remote Cape Breton estate, she stumbles upon a forgotten garden—and long-buried family secrets. Guided by wild folk and Gaelic melodies, The Secret Garden of An Sìthean is a heartwarming new adaptation that celebrates community, culture, and the magic of renewal. Featuring some of your favourite community performers alongside visiting professionals.
Festival Antigonish Summer Theatre gratefully acknowledges support from Nova Scotia’s Office of Gaelic Affairs.
Musical Director Meredith Zwicker
Movement Director Alexis Milligan
Assistant Director Spencer Laing
Stage Manager Sarah O’Brien
Assistant Stage Manager Kate Munro-Bergfeldt
Apprentice Stage Manager Eve Rowlett
Set Designer Katrin Whitehead
Costume Designer Sean Mulcahy
Lighting Designer Ingrid Risk
Production Assistants Savannah Borden & Kathleen Burke
Head Carpenter Michael Brunet
Head of Props Tessa Brentwood
Head of Wardrobe Julia Sommerville
