Background
Hirsch, John Stephen was born on May 1, 1930 in Siofok, Hungary. Emigrated to Canada, 1947. Son of Joseph and Ilona (Horvath) Hirsch.
Hirsch, John Stephen was born on May 1, 1930 in Siofok, Hungary. Emigrated to Canada, 1947. Son of Joseph and Ilona (Horvath) Hirsch.
Student, Israel Gymnasium in, Budapest. Doctor of Literature (honorary), University Manitoba, 1966. Also honorary fellow, University College.
Honorary Doctor of Laws, University Toronto, 1967.
Lecturer Columbia, New York University. Theatre consultant Canada Council, Ontario Arts Council. Consultant British Broadcasting Corporation/Public Broadcasting Service Shakespeare Project for Children's television, 1978.
Consultant artistic director Seattle Repertory Theatre, from 1979.
Board of directors Theatre Communications Group, Royal Winnipeg Ballet.