People

Rodrigo Beilfuss / Artistic Director

Rodrigo Beilfuss is a theatre director, an actor working on stage and screen, and a committed educator. He has been the Artistic Director of Shakespeare in the Ruins (SIR) since 2019. Rodrigo was a member of the Stratford Festival between 2015 and 2019, working as an actor and director. He trained at the University of Winnipeg (BA Honours) and at the Birmingham Conservatory for Classical Theatre in Stratford; and he also holds an MA in Classical Acting from the London Academy of Music & Dramatic Art (LAMDA) in England. As a director, Rodrigo is a graduate of the Michael Langham Workshop for Classical Direction from Stratford. Born in Santa Maria, Brazil, Rodrigo left his tropical Home in 2001 when he was 18 and relocated to Canada, discovering and falling in love with Shakespeare and theatre in High School – it’s all Mr McLeod’s fault. Teachers: they shape our worlds.

Adam Jennings / Managing Director

Adam brings a deep love for theatre and a strong background in financial leadership to his role at Shakespeare in the Ruins.

He began performing as a child and later studied theatre at the University of Winnipeg, an experience that fostered a lasting appreciation for Winnipeg’s arts and cultural community.

Adam went on to build an 18‑year career in banking, investments, and insurance, where he developed strengths in leadership, client service, and organizational support. While his professional focus shifted to the financial sector, his respect for the arts and their role in community life remained an important part of his values.

Born and raised in Manitoba, Adam is proud to bring his financial expertise together with his long‑standing love for theatre in support of SIR’s work and the community it serves.

SIR Board of Directors

Joanne Zuk / Chair

Katrina Dunn / Vice-Chair

Stephen Gatphoh / Secretary

Jennifer Chan / Treasurer

Cuinn Joseph / Director

Arne MacPherson / Director

Neil McDonald / Director

Kaitlynn Porath / Director

Erin Weinberg / Director