KIM McCAW

(September 26, 2025) Kim McCaw, born August 19, 1952, in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, died peacefully in Edmonton, AB, surrounded by his wife, Linda Huffman; and children, Patrick and Maggie (Brian Harvey). Kim grew up in Prince Albert and Saskatoon with his sister, Anne (Michael Rekis); and his parents, Mearl and Gaynel. He found his calling in theatre, receiving accolades as a teenager and eventually landing at the National Theatre School in Montréal, where he met his future wife (and lifelong partner in all things), Linda. After school and some time out east, Kim and Linda moved to Regina, where they worked as Artistic Associates at the Globe Theatre. In 1983, the Prairie Theatre Exchange in Winnipeg hired Kim as their Artistic Director. At PTE, Kim helped helm an era of growth and evolution in Canadian play development, working closely with playwrights and creators across Canada. In 1997, Kim became a professor of directing, acting, and dramaturgy at the University of Alberta Drama Department. Throughout his career, Kim particularly treasured the opportunity to work closely with playwrights, especially in his roles as Director at the Banff Playwrights' Lab (Colony) and Resident Guest Dramaturg at the Playwrights Atlantic Resource Centre Playwrights' Retreat. He mentored emerging and established artists from coast to coast, helping to develop a generation of talent and create an understanding that Canadian-made art is not only entertaining but, in fact, essential. His impact was acknowledged in 1993 when Playwrights' Workshop Montréal awarded him the National Play Development Award. In retirement, Kim found great joy in new creative pursuits, particularly cartooning and writing stories for his two young grandsons, Joe and Tommy. Friends and colleagues often describe Kim as a "great force in Canadian theatre." Over the course of his career, he directed more than 130 plays and was involved in the development of numerous others. He was a passionate advocate for artists and theatre workers, actively participating in both Canadian Actors' Equity and ACTRA national unions. He was a steadfast believer in the value and enduring impact of arts education. He was funny, wise, opinionated, and incredibly loving. All who knew Kim will deeply miss him. In accordance with Kim's wishes, we do not plan to host a grand memorial service. If you wish to pay tribute to Kim's memory, consider donating to Prairie Theatre Exchange's Annual Fund, which supports the continuation and growth of the artistic community he cherished. https://purchase.pte.mb.ca/Donations Go Riders!