Verdun's hometown hero, David Fennario, was considered a revolutionary Canadian playwright when, in 1979, his bilingual play Balconville was presented at the Centaur Theatre. The work told the story of working class Francos and Anglos living side by side in the late 70s, in a southwest neighbourhood of Montreal. It went on to gain global acclaim. Fennario continued to produce theatre work, write poetry, perform, and be politically engaged in Quebec. In honour of his passing on Sept. 16, 2023, we revisit this episode of The Bridge from 2019 with David Fennario at his home.
Montreal playwright David Fennario has died at the age of 76, his son, Tom, has confirmed. Best known for the 1979 play Balconville, Fennario died Saturday at noon at the Montreal General Hospital with his family by his side.
Montreal playwright David Fennario has died, his family has confirmed. Best known for the 1979 play Balconville, Fennario died Saturday at noon at the Montreal General Hospital.
Montreal playwright David Fennario died in hospital Saturday following years of health complications. The playwright was known for his social activism. He famously picketed his own play in solidarity with ushers who were on strike.