The Duchess a.k.a. Wallis Simpson – (Ruby Slippers Theatre, Vancouver) Don’t miss this scandalous play from Linda Griffiths: the fabulous, epic, and true tale of Wallis Simpson, the notorious, convention-smashing American divorcee for whom Edward VIII gave up the throne. Featuring 10 of Vancouver’s finest actors playing 36 roles, take a trip with Simpson through her tumultuous adult life stopping for visits with historical figures such as Noel Coward, King George V, Hitler, and Queen Mary. Directed by Sarah Rodgers; featuring Eileen Barrett, Georgia Beaty, Diane Brown, Craig Erickson, Joel Garner, Melissa Oei, Kamyar Pazandeh, Matt Reznek, Raugi Yu, Xander Williams. April 7 – 18, 8pm, and Apr 11, 12, 18: 2PM, at The Historic Theatre at The Cultch. Tickets from $19 at tickets.thecultch.com, 604.251.1363.