Gina Wilkinson


Gina Wilkinson was a Canadian actress of stage, film, and television, as well as a playwright and stage director.

Early life and education

Wilkinson was born on March 10, 1960, in Victoria, Canada. Her father, Jack Wilkinson, was a visual artist, and her mother, Marie Wilkinson, was a ballet dancer.
She attended the National [Theatre School of Canada].

Career

Wilkinson spent the majority of her early career as an actor; however, she later expanded to directing. In 2007, Wilkinson directed Born Yesterday at the Shaw Festival. In 2010, she directed Faith Healer for Soulpepper. She also directed Half an Hour for the Shaw Festival. In 2010, Wilkinson directed the world premiere of Brendan Gall's Wide Awake Hearts at Tarragon Theatre.

Personal life

Wilkinson was diagnosed with stage 4 cervical cancer on November 21, 2010. Wilkinson married her longtime partner, actor Tom Rooney, while in hospital receiving treatment on December 19, 2010. She died on December 30, 2010, aged 50.

Legacy

Shortly after her death, the Gina Wilkinson Prize was established in Wilkinson's honour. The award offers financial support to a Canadian female theatre artist/leader.

Plays

  • My Mother's Feet
  • ''Whistle Me Home''

    Filmography

Film

Filmography