“…[Tim] has shown exceptional qualities both artistically, intellectually, as well as showing qualities of leadership and boosting company spirit. He is a multi-talented individual.”

“He is intelligent, skilled, compassionate, organized, loyal and attentive. His depth of experience within this classical theatre means that he can literally function anywhere at a tremendously high level – his understanding of actors is great and he has a comprehensive knowledge of the technical requirements any theatre could provide. He functions well even in a highly volatile climate knowing how, when and where to deal with problems without becoming agitated himself. In fact, he’s a joy to have around: one of those people about which you say, “Thank God for Tim”!

He would be an asset to any company.”

“His collaborative nature allowed for a dynamic artistic conversation with his colleagues and students while maintaining his directorial vision. Tim’s strength lays in his ability to work with young emerging talent- he brings a compassionate, thoughtful and respectful energy to the room.”

“Pestle brought back the sheer joy and FUN I receive from doing theatre!!”

“I was struck by the sensitive ease with which he handled actors. And when it came to rehearsals, he showed his ability with some inventive staging and directing, some highly productive coaching of an eleven year-old prodigy, and with an imaginative response to Shakespeare’s more difficult texts – Love’s Labours Lost and The Sonnets. Clearly his own experience as an actor informs and helps his skill as a director. He also proved a most congenial colleague. Anyone with a chance to work with him is much to be envied.”

“Your leadership helped make what is one of my favorite Shakespeare shows into one of the best shows I’ve ever had the pleasure of being a part of.”

“[Tim] has proved an admired actor, administrator, advisor, director and theatre educator. I have spent some of my most productive and joyous time in the rehearsal hall with him. With Tim, you will get a wealth of experience, knowledge, love for the theatre, and a vast and invaluable list of connections (he is loved and respected by many of the finest actors, designers, writers and directors in North America).”

“Tim is a talented actor and…an equally accomplished director and teacher. I have watched him develop exponentially into a creative and talented director. With Tim’s wealth of theatre experience at Stratford, he has a great facility with complicated text. His particular directing and teaching style is demanding and compassionate, inspiring growth and excellence from his actors. Tim has a keen sense of the actor’s process and he is able to fully and compassionately articulate his director’s vision to actors, both young and old.”

“The man is a genius and a joy to work with. He gives the actor exactly what they need to get a fire going…to work with Tim is to be inspired to strive for more out of yourself, to elevate yourself beyond anything you ever thought you could do...and have fun doing it!”

“Mr. Askew is highly respected amongst his professional colleagues, and is recognized for his strong work ethic, his strong communication skills, and his support of new and innovative concepts and working methodologies. As you might imagine, Mr. Askew has also developed great national and international contacts along with lasting personal connections within the industry over the years. In so many ways, he is the perfect supportive collaborator, allowing for the potential of a mutually rewarding partnership.”