Irene Rima Makaryk

Irene Rima Makaryk is a Professor in the Department of English at the University of Ottawa's Faculty of Arts. Her work focuses on Shakespeare reception, theatrical modernism, and the role of theatre during periods of social upheaval such as wars and revolutions. She has conducted extensive research on Soviet theatre, particularly the works of Ukrainian director Les Kurbas.

• PhD (University of Toronto, 1980)
• M.A. (University of Toronto, 1975)
• B.A. (University of Toronto, 1974)

Her research explores the reinterpretation of Shakespeare across cultures, the intersection of theatre and politics, and Arctic cultural narratives. She has taught graduate courses on topics like 'How Shakespeare Became Shakespeare' and 'Shakespeare and the Theatre of War.'

Recent publications examine Shakespeare's commemoration, Soviet wartime performances, and multicultural adaptations. Her work bridges literary analysis, cultural history, and performance studies, often focusing on marginalized contexts and ideological reinterpretations.