Jan 03, 2018
By Michael Kramer
One of Canadian theatre’s highest profile figures is being forced to step down – after four separate lawsuits were filed by women – alleging sexual assault and harassment.
In a response to Classical FM and Zoomer Radio News – the Soulpepper Theatre Company board says in a statement that artistic director Albert Shultz will step aside – while an immediate investigation is undertaken and the allegations are being dealt with.
Toronto lawyer Alexi Wood says the lawsuits against Soulpepper and Schultz were filed by four actresses – Kristin Booth, Diana Bentley, Hannah Miller and Patricia Fagan – who allege that Soulpepper did nothing to protect them from Schultz.
The women are to have a news conference Thursday.
Schulz says he does not take the allegations lightly and plans to defend himself “vehemently”.
His wife – Soulpepper executive director Leslie Lester – is stepping down voluntarily.
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