Monthly Archives: July 2012

Fringe (Edmonton): “Moon People” – Opening Ears and Eyes

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Venue #4
Academy at King Edward School, 8525 101 Street
Tickets at Fringe Theatre Adventures box office at 780-409-1910 or www.fringetheatre.ca

August 17 12:00-1:20
August 20 6:45-8:05
August 21 10:15-11:35
August 22 1:45-3:05
August 23 7:45-9:05
August 26 3:45-5:05

Playwright: Aviva Ravel
Director:Maria Colonescu
Cast: Elaine Elrod, Shannon Joyes
Stage Manager: Rikki Steinkrauss
Set and Costume Design: Kimberly Lang
Sound Design: Darrel Protz

From the company that brought you the Sterling nominated show “White Mice”, is the Canadian play “Moon People”. As Marilyn sits on a park bench reading her manuscript a young woman named Harriet joins her. As they talk Marilyn realizes they have more in common that she ever thought possible.

mature content, adult language

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bsHIU4aPfL4&feature.youtu.be

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Fringe (Edmonton): “Significant Me” Christel Bartelse/DutchGirl Productions

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SIGNIFICANT ME:
at the Edmonton Fringe Festival
Venue #37 : Strathcona Library : 8331 – 104 Street
Running time: 60 minutes
Tickets: Adults $12.50 : Students & Seniors $11 : Ages 15 and up
www.fringetheatreadventures.ca/christelbartelse.com
Friday, August 17 at 6:45 pm : Saturday, August 18 at 5:15 pm : Sunday, August 19 at 9:15 pm
Monday, August 10 at 2:00 pm : Wednesday, August 22 at 8:15 pm
Thursday, August 23 at 3:30 pm : Friday August 24 at 3:30 pm
Saturday August 25 at 8:15 pm : Sunday August 15 at 4:00 pm
A comedic romp about a woman married to herself. From the creator of the recent Fringe hit ONEymoon – a honeymoon for one, a sequel with a not quite happily-ever-aftermath. Meet Caroline Bierman, an uncompromising perfectionist who vows to forsake all others and marry herself, but who still ends up struggling to accept the realities of life once the honeymoon phase is over. Join her as she prepares her anniversary dinner and share her frantic pursuit of domestic bliss, as her perfectionism makes her oblivious to the obvious. Every relationship, no matter how selective or
carefully orchestrated, always has its problems. This new solo work from Bartelse promises another trademark high energy performance filled with zany wit, dance, improv, audience participation, and a sneaky tug at the heart.
“True show biz pizzazz” NOW Magazine
“rare originality and theatrical zest” Edmonton Journal
“Tina Fey, Jane Lynch and Amy Sedaris… Bartelse would not look out of place next to these” King of Indiana
Directed by LJ Nelles, (Midsummer Night’s Dream, Macbeth, A Winter’s Tale, The Tempest) with creative
consultants Francine Cote & James Keylon (Cirkus Knie –Switzerland, Cirque du Soleil Mystere, Las Vegas, and Ciruq Reinvente- London & Paris)

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Fringe (Edmonton) “Invisible Child: Leilani Muir and the Alberta Eugenics Board” – MAA & PAA Theatre

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In 1995, Leilani Muir launched one of the greatest David and Goliath battles of our history, suing the province for wrongful confinement and sterilization. Her lawsuit exploded into a class action lawsuit, provoked a constitutional challenge and lead to an international debate over our history of eugenic policies. MAA & PAA Theatre (Firing Lines ’11, Unmarried Wife ’10, Letters from Battle River ’07) weaves her story together with a frank and sometimes funny examination of new waves in eugenics.

Invisible Child is directed by Vincent Forcier, and features Randy Brososky, Linda Grass and Jenny McKillop. It is written by David Cheoros, with Leilani O’Malley and LM Morin.

Edmonton Fringe Festival – Strathcona Library BYOV
Wheelchair access, air conditioned comfort
Friday, Aug 17 – 3:30pm
Saturday, Aug 18 – 8:15pm
Monday, Aug 20 – 5:00pm
Tuesday, Aug 21 – 3:30pm
Wednesday, Aug 22 – 6:45pm
Thursday, Aug 23 – 9:45pm
Friday, Aug 24 – 9:45pm
Saturday, Aug 25 – 3:45pm
Sunday, Aug 26 – 1:00pm

Download the poster as a PDF!

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Fringe (Edmonton): “Fools for Love” – Small Matters Productions

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Festival favorites Rocket & Sheshells are back with their relationship origin story, directed by Canadian clowning legend Jan Henderson.
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Rocket & Sheshells are… Fools for Love

Neighbours and best friends Rocket & Sheshells are looking for their perfect romantic partners. They have very clear ideas of exactly of who they’re looking for… until one adrenaline-fueled night.

With only two chairs and a handful of props, Rocket and Sheshells take you on a hilarious roller-coaster ride of imagination, and plummet straight into your heart.

** Recommended 13+ for mature themes**

WHERE: Venue #1: Westbury Theatre
TransAlta Arts Barns

TIMES:
Fri, Aug 17 @ 2:30 pm
Sat, Aug 18 @ 4:00 pm
Sun, Aug 19 @ 9:30 pm
Thurs, Aug 23 @ 6:15 pm
Fri, Aug 24 @11:15 pm
Sun, Aug 26 @ 12:15 pm

TICKETS: $12.50 general admission, $10 for student & seniors.
Available from the fringe box office: http://fringetheatreadventures.ca/festival.php

COMPANY
Written by: Jan Henderson, Anna Bado, Christine Lesiak & Adam Keefe
Directed by: Jan Henderson, assisted by Anna Bado
Performed by: Christine Lesiak & Adam Keefe
Stage Managed by: Anna Bado
www.smallmatters.ca

YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=flgAhfIAWss
http://www.facebook.com/events/367813763290401/

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PRAISE FOR:

Fools for Love…

“A treat of hilarity and whimsy. Jan Henderson and company have created a lesson in imagination with the stellar duo of Lesiak and Keefe. This is what good clowning is all about – virtuosic, full of heart, and funny.” – Adam Lazarus, Artistic Director, Toronto Festival of Clowns

“true humanity… many layers of sweet and humorous. A touching and very engaging show.” – Thomas Scott’s mom, Allanah Scott

Sofa So Good…

“The beauty of this play (and the non-stop laughs that accompany it) is this terrific intersection where simplicity of set and props meets light hearted and insanely creative ideas… you’re excited to watch it happen.” – 4 Stars, See Magazine, Edmonton

“I wouldn’t want to do without seeing the likes of Edmonton-based Small Matters Productions… endless creative and comedic possibilities… wicked, well-conceived comedy.” – 4 Stars, Uptown Magazine, Winnipeg

“… Rocket (Adam Keefe) and Sheshells (Christine Lesiak), may have redeemed clowns for an entire generation… an emotional, heart-warming and hilarious adventure…” – 4 Stars, The Star Phoenix, Saskatoon

“I hate clowns… I just don’t think clowns are funny or clever or in any way poignant. Or at least, I didn’t. Sofa So Good, in a single production, has turned my head upside down when it comes to clowns… I laughed a lot at this show. I laughed at the silliness and at the joyous physicality, but mostly I laughed at the truth of it all.” – 4 Stars, CBC Winnipeg

“these aren’t just your average clowns… silly, cute, naive … and yes, slightly naughty” – 4 Stars, The Edmonton Journal

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Job (Vancouver, BC): Director of Fund Development – Kay Meek Centre for the Performing Arts

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KAY MEEK CENTRE FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS
DIRECTOR OF FUND DEVELOPMENT

The Kay Meek Centre in West Vancouver seeks a Director of Fund Development. The Meek opened its doors November 6, 2004. Since then it has grown and developed into a cultural jewel for West Vancouver and the North Shore. Recently, the Board of Directors approved a new Strategic Plan for 2012-2017 to reflect the evolution of the organization. Our mission is

“To produce, provide and present excellent performing arts experiences and opportunities for our community and beyond.”

With the recent addition of a professional theatre operation, TheatreK, the organization is poised for significant growth. We seek a dynamic team player to carry out the ongoing activities related to raising our community and regional profile, increasing sponsorship, foundation, individual, grants and annual giving to our various activities and operations and generally partnering with other staff members to make each event and presentation more visible to the entire local and Lower Mainland community.

SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Provide advice and guidance to the Managing and Artistic Director on marketing and publicity strategies for all productions and events.

• Provide advice and guidance regarding branding in all communications 

• Plan and execute one annual major fundraiser…This event raised over 50K in 2012
• Plan and execute an annual giving Campaign
• Create an endowment and planned giving campaign
• Implement stakeholder communication related sponsorships and corporate support:
• Steward existing funders through regular and timely communication
• Renew and grow revenue with existing sponsors by exploring new options

• Work with relevant staff on proposals, stewardship and recognition programs and reports

• Establish new relationships and new sources of funding

• Participate in fund-raising and stewardship events as needed. 


Requirements/Qualifications

• A university degree in music/arts and/or business management or equivalent experience

• A minimum of three years’ experience of progressively responsible experience in fund-raising, particularly in the area of sponsorship

• Ability to inspire trust and confidence in stakeholders

• Ability to manage several projects simultaneously

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication (oral/written) skills 

• Knowledge of the performing arts, particularly theatre and music

• Financial and budgeting abilities, strong research and organizational skills as well as exceptional attention to detail.

Additional Information
This position can be managed as a “fee for service” contract position or as a full time salaried position depending on the candidate’s preference and organizational situation. In either situation the salary and benefits are excellent for the industry.

Please submit a letter of interest, resume, two references (with contact information).
Electronic submissions only will be accepted.
Please direct all inquiries to the attention of Claude A. Giroux: claude@kaymeekcentre.com
All applications are considered confidential. Deadline is August 25th, 2012.

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Classes (Strathcona County): After School Drama Group – OverActing Imaginations

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Looking for an after school drama group in Strathcona County? Look no further.

OverActing Imaginations is looking for young people (ages 13-18) to join us on Thursday evenings (6:30-8:30). Our season runs September 13th- November and then we run our second season January-May.

 This year our fall show (end of November) will be a collection of light hearted one acts with the possibility or writing your own. This promises many different opportunities and a lot of fun!

 Our winter session (January 2013) will be focusing on a social issue picked by the group and collectively creating the show from our own experiences and creativety! This year promises to be another fantastic year.

For more information visit www.overacting.ca or e-mail artisticdirector@overacting.ca.

See you there!

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Fundraiser (Alberta) – Angels of Rosebud – Rosebud Centre of the Arts

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ANGELS OF ROSEBUD Fundraising Campaign

Become an Angel of Rosebud, and help Rosebud Centre of the Arts fly this summer.

There’s a story early in the life of Rosebud Centre of the Arts about a woman who had a vision where she saw angels standing on the hills surrounding Rosebud. They stood as sentinels, keeping vigil over the valley and all who studied, worked and played there. It may be that the angels seen in her vision were actually people like you and me, contributing what we have in order to see Rosebud Centre of the Arts flourish in our valley like so many Alberta wild roses. Now there is a way for you to become one of those Rosebud Angels.

Please consider becoming an Angel of Rosebud by making a donation of $100 this summer. By pooling resources with other like-minded supporters, your individual donation can make a difference in Rosebud’s iconic valley where students, artists and patrons gather for an experience like no other.

CAMPAIGN ENDS Aug 25th, 2012

Donations can be made through our Box Officer box office at 1-800-267-7553, on line at http://www.rosebudtheatre.com/support-us.html or by mail to Box 654, Rosebud, AB T0J 2T0. (Please make cheques payable to: Rosebud School of the Arts)

Donors will receive a tax receipt for the full amount of the donation as well as public acknowledgement in the lobby of the Rosebud Opera House . If you require more information, please contact: Karl Sine, Development Co-ordinator Email: development@rosebudcentreofthearts.com.

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Event (Calgary): FAME – The Musical – Youth Singers of Calgary

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FAME – The MUSICAL

Conceived and Developed by David De Silva
Book by Jose Fernandez
Lyrics by Jacques Levy
Music by Steve Margoshes

Come experience life at New York’s High School for the Performing Arts through the lives of the students from 1980 – 1984. Stunning ballads and up-beat ensemble numbers will rekindle all your youthful dreams of fame. “Baby remember my name!”

July 31 – August 4, 2012 7:00 pm Nightly.2:00 pm Matinee on August 4.

LOCATION: Performing Arts Youth Centre – 1371 Hastings Cres SE Calgary, AB
All Tickets: $10 (Festival Seating)PG13 – Some coarse language and subject matter.

To purchase tickets:

- CALL: 403-234-SHOW
– VISIT our office: 1371 Hastings Cres SE
- PURCHASE at the door

The CAST is a part of the Youth Singers of Calgary’s SUMMER STAGES. Our goal is to give young performers the tools necessary to take their love of the arts to the next level as they continue to pursue post-secondary, community or professional performance opportunities. In addition to preparing FAME – The Musical participants will learn and refine dance fundamentals, sing in vocal master classes and take acting lessons that will all contribute toward our final production.

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Jobs (Vancouver): Box Office Manager- Kay Meek Centre

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Kay Meek Centre Box Office Manager

Application Deadline: August 15th, 2012

Kay Meek Centre is West Vancouver’s live performing arts venue, housing a 500 seat, Main stage and a 150 seat black box theatres. Kay Meek Centre is very active in presenting music, dance and other live events while also launching its own Professional theatre company TheatreK. We also operate as a busy community rental venue for wide variety of presentations.

Kay Meek Centre is looking for a new Full-time Team member to manage all box office operations and support other various venue operations. Partnering directly with Front of House and Volunteer co ordinator and reporting directly to the Managing and Artistic Director this important detail oriented and customer service focused individual will be the front line of our busy operation.

Responsibilities:

• Managing all box office operations, sales, staffing as needed and overall visioning for this important area of our business.
• Inputting into booking calendar,
• Follow up with clients on specific events
• Run reports
• clearing cheques
• petty cash
• setting up events in Theatre Manager (Box Office Ticketing Software)
• Front of House Management when called for
• Volunteer co ordination assistance when called for.
• Filing
• Providing administrative support where and as needed
• Returning calls and booking appointments
• Booking print advertising and updating web listings as needed
• Managing and delivering weekly E-Blast newsletter with content from various team members using Constant Contact format.
• Other duties based on interest and skills as determined by Managing and Artistic Director.

Qualifications:

• Computer savvy
• Knoweldge of Office Suite of programs
• Familiarity with Theatre Manager
• Own car and valid drivers licence
• Not afraid of public speaking
• Ability to multi task
• Personable, good phone skills and sales acumen.
• Full time availability with a flexible work schedule that will include weekends
• Great smile and sense of humour is absolutely essential.

How to Apply:
Please send cover letter, 2 phone references and resume by email by August 15th, 2012 to claude@kaymeekcentre.com

Contact Information
Claude A. Giroux
claude@kaymeekcentre.com
Phone Number: (604) 981-1178
http://www.kaymeekcentre.com

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Jobs (Calgary): House Technician- Lunchbox Theatre

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House Technician
Lunchbox Theatre

Calgary’s Lunchbox Theatre, the longest running lunchtime theatre in the world, strives to continually expand and develop talent from the local arts community. Located at the base of the Calgary Tower in the heart of downtown, Lunchbox Theatre injects an hour of premium entertainment and delight into every audience at both lunchtime and evening performances.

To bring each of these productions to life, Lunchbox Theatre employs 6-8 permanent staff members, as well as the hundreds of artists and crew members involved in each season.

Position Description:
The House Technician is primarily responsible for the ongoing delivery of production services and technical programming, and supporting the creative team in realizing the vision of each design and production. In addition, the House Technician will be responsible for the general upkeep and maintenance of the stage, back of house, equipment, props and costumes.

The House Technician will work with and report directly to the Production Manager/Technical Director in order to see each production through to completion in an efficient and timely manner.

Specific Responsibilities

• Provide technical services as required by each production, including but not limited to electrical, carpentry, and painting.
• Assist with the procurement of materials.
• Produce and execute, where required, the sound and lighting designs of each production.
• Participate in tech week to ensure any problems that may arise are resolved prior to opening.
• Run each show in conjunction with the Stage Manager. Daily duties include:
• Running light, sound and video cues
• Preparing production notes
• Pre-show equipment checks
• Post-show cleanup of house and green room
• Maintenance of stage
• Maintaining costumes, including dry cleaning
• Assisting SM with transportation of props and costumes
• Ensuring archival videos are recorded and stored appropriately.
• Head of strike crew.
• Responsible for rental groups under the direction of the Production Manager/Technical Director.
• General maintenance of equipment, theatre and office spaces.
• Maintain a safe work environment in all areas of the theatre for staff, volunteers and patrons.
• Maintain all tools and shop equipment in good working order, repair as needed.
• Ensure building maintenance and general maintenance of facilities are in order.
• Participate in facility renovations and equipping of theatre.
• Maintain inventories of tools, props, costumes and building materials.
• Ensure the building and staff are secure.
• Liaison with Board of Director committees as required.
• Assist with special events.

Qualifications:

• Technical theatre background and education an asset.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to self motivate and work unsupervised.
• Broad range of skills related to the building and execution of theatre productions.
• Experience with QLab 2 and ETC Express consoles an asset.

Lunchbox Theatre offers a positive, high-energy work environment, and has always been an equal-opportunity employer. Salary will be based on prior experience and performance.

If you would like to join our team, please forward your resume, cover letter, and 2 references to:

Graham Kingsley
Technical Director/Production Manager
Lunchbox Theatre
160 115-9th Ave SE,
Calgary, AB T2G 0P5

Email: graham.kingsley@lunchboxtheatre.com
Fax: (403) 264-5461
www.lunchboxtheatre.com

Lunchbox Theatre thanks all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Application deadline: Monday, July 30th, 2012.
Tentative start date: Monday, August 13, 2012.

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