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What's New at TA

URGENT LAST CALL FOR CASINO VOLUNTEERS!

Theatre Alberta's Casino is next Monday and Tuesday, January 17 &18, in Edmonton. We are still in need of volunteers for cashiers, chip runners, countroom staff, and alternates for the Casino.

Being an alternate means you will only be called to work if someone calls in sick - you still receive credit for membership as an alternate even if you're not called to work! You can sign up to be an alternate for a specific position (chip runner, cashier, count room, banker) or as an open alternate for any position that may be needed.

The Baccarat Casino is centrally located on 101 Street and 104 Avenue in Edmonton with plenty of free parking or easy access by bus! Remember - working a casino is safe, fun, easy, and you'll receive on the job training.

Volunteering for the casino is a great way to earn credit for a Theatre Alberta membership, while ensuring we receive vital funding.

Please contact Stephanie at Theatre Alberta at theatreab@theatrealberta.com, or call at 780- 422-8162... we can't wait to hear from you!

AFFLICTED WITH THE ARTSTREK BUG? APPLY TO BE A 2011 SUPER!

Theatre Alberta is seeking individuals with strong leadership abilities, excellent interpersonal skills, and previous Artstrek experience. Applicants must have previously attended Artstrek as a student and have been away from the program for at least one year and be between 19 and 25 years of age.

To apply, send Theatre Alberta your theatre and employment resume(s), cover letter, and headshot/photo. Please note: limited positions are available. More >

Application deadline: March 4, 2010

Psst...For all of you post-secondary students looking for a summer job, there will be a call for applications in February's Buzz for the Artstrek Registrar position.

LIBRARY NEWS

Play for Literacy on January 27

Family Literacy Day has been held since 1999 to encourage Canadian families to spend at least 15 minutes a day enjoying a learning activity together. This year’s theme is PLAY FOR LITERACY and we love to play!

"Play for Literacy includes all types of play that encourages literacy and numeracy development as well as comprehension skills. Activities including board games, card games and imaginative self-created games are all a fun way to incorporate learning into your everyday life. Games, and the carefree act of playing, provide a fun outlet in which individuals of all ages can engage in activities that inherently provide new learning opportunities to improve one's reading, writing, math and comprehension skills."

The possibilities are endless for creative minds - how about writing a short play with the family, gathering for a play reading, or maybe putting on a basement performance of a children's play. Have fun! More >

Donations

Thank you to Nazima Sohni Uppal for her donation to the library.

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Theatre News

GREG MACARTHUR NEW LEE PLAYWRIGHT-IN-RESIDENCE AT U OF A

His plays have been produced across Canada, as well as in South Africa, Germany and the United Kingdom, and now playwright and performer Greg MacArthur has arrived at the University of Alberta as the Department of Drama's next Lee Playwright-in-Residence.
More >

M.E. LAZERTE FUNDRAISING TO SUPPORT TRIP TO EDINBURGH FESTIVAL

The M.E. LaZerte Drama Program, under the direction of Pamela Schmunk, has been selected to perform in the 2011 Edinburgh Fringe Festival as part of the American High School Theatre Festival (AHSTF). The school is in the midst of creative fundraising for this exciting project. More >

CHRC RELEASES 2010 CULTURAL HR STUDY

The Cultural Human Resources Council's (CHRC) much anticipated Cultural HR Study 2010 is now online. The study, conducted by the Conference Board of Canada, draws on the input of thousands of employers and workers from the entire cultural community in Broadcasting; Digital Media; Film and Television; Heritage; Live Performing Arts; Music and Sound Recording; Visual Arts and Crafts; and Writing and Publishing. This is the largest HR study ever undertaken on the cultural sector in Canada. More >

EDMONTON CITY COUNCIL VOTES TO INCREASE SUPPORT TO THE EAC

On December 6, Edmonton's City Council voted 12-1 to increase the EAC's 2011 budget by $2 million. The funds will be invested in initiatives that help the EAC move forward with implementing The Art of Living: a plan for securing the future of arts and heritage in the City of Edmonton 2008-2018. More >

AFA CONTINUES ARTISTS & EDUCATION PROGRAM FOR 2011/12

The AFA announced it will continue the Artists and Education grant stream for the 2011-12 fiscal year in view of the economic uncertainty affecting Alberta's arts community. The AFA will also continue to engage Alberta youth through its Arts Summer Schools, Community Arts, and Arts Presenting grant streams, as well as the Individual Artists Project Grant Program. More>

CANADIAN THEATRE LOSES TWO STRONG VOICES

On January 9, Ontario's Stratford Shakespeare Festival announced the death of acclaimed actor Peter Donaldson who passed away on January 8 from lung cancer. Donaldson was set to return to the festival for his 25th season. More >

In early December, playwright David French passed away. In addition to being known as a quintessential Canadian playwright, French was one of the first inductees into the Newfoundland Hall of Honour and was an Officer of the Order of Canada. More >

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Shows Opening

January 12 - February 1

Full Playbill

CALGARY

Smash Cut Freeze
Jan 12 - 15, One Yellow Rabbit Performance Theatre More>

Titanic: The Musical
Jan 13 - 15, 19 - 21, University of Calgary Operetta Company More>

Billy Bishop Goes to War
Jan 18 - 22, Theatre Calgary More>

Shuffle
Jan 18 - 22, One Yellow Rabbit Performance Theatre More>

L’Orchestre D’hommes-orchestres Performs Tom Waits
Jan 20 - 22, Theatre Junction GRAND More>

Twisted: A Musical Look at the Ties that Bind
Jan 25 - Feb 5, Forte Musical Theatre Guild More>

Industrial Stories
Jan 26, TALES Calgary More>

Courage
Jan 26 - 30, Lost Boy Productions More>

1984
Jan 28 - Feb 5, Workshop Theatre More>

The Inventor
Jan 29, Feb 2 & 4, Calgary Opera More>

C!rca
Feb 1 - 5, Theatre Junction GRAND, Calgary More>

EDMONTON

The Canoe Theatre Festival
Jan 18 - 23, Workshop West Theatre More>

Operation EVAsion
Jan 18 - 23, Firefly Theatre & Circus More>

Mozart: Ze Komplete Hystery
Jan 20 - 30, Fringe Theatre Adventures More>

Meat Puppet
Jan 20 - Feb 6, Northern Light Theatre with Shadow Theatre More>

Freeman on the Land
Jan 20 - Feb 5, Azimuth Theatre More>

Beneath the Ice
Jan 21 - 23, The Cookie More>

Meredith Wilson’s The Music Man
Jan 21 - 29, Grant MacEwan University Theatre Arts More>

August: Osage County
Jan 29 - Feb 20, Citadel Theatre More>

ALBERTA

Almost, Maine
Jan 13 - Feb 5, Grande Prairie Live Theatre, Grande Prairie More>

Jenny’s House of Joy
Jan 14 - Feb 16, Central Alberta Theatre, Red Deer More>

Robin Who
Jan 21 - 23, Airdrie Family Theatre, Airdrie More>

Miranda Sings!
Jan 27 - 29, Ignition Theatre, Red Deer More>

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Jobs & Auditions      

JOBS

{ CALGARY and area }

Stage Manager, Liquid Meld Theatre

{ EDMONTON and area }

Director of Marketing and Communications, The Citadel Theatre

{ ALBERTA }

There are no new postings at this time.

{ CANADA }

Artistic Director and for Executive Director, Saskatchewan Native Theatre Company

AUDITIONS

{ CALGARY and area }

General Auditions, Jubilations Dinner Theatre

Miss Saigon, The New Opera Society

Interruptions, Archetype Productions

All in Good Time, Workshop Theatre

Rhythms on the Rails, Train Track Productions

Admission Auditions, Canadian College of Performing Arts

{ EDMONTON and area }

Alice and Sidney (film), The Troll

BUNBURYING, Cowardly Kiss Theatre

General Auditions, From Cradle to Stage

Admission Auditions, Canadian College of Performing Arts

{ ALBERTA }

Alice and Sidney (film), The Troll, Red Deer

[title of show], Ignition Theatre, Red Deer

{ CANADA }

General Auditions, The Charlottetown Festival, PEI (Toronto)

Barkerville, Red Beak Productions, Barkerville BC

Only NEW job & audition opportunities (received since the previous Buzz issue) are listed above.

Postings are updated weekly:
Full Jobs Postings  |  Full Auditions Postings

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Submissions & Workshops

SUBMISSIONS

APPLICATION TO THE NATIONAL THEATRE SCHOOL

Montreal
Applications are being accepted for the Acting, Playwriting, Production, and Set and Costume Design programs. Interested candidates can get all the information on the School and its programs by consulting the NTS website. More >

Deadline: January 31, 2011

WRITER-IN-RESIDENCE AT UBC'S GREEN COLLEGE

Vancouver
Green College at the University of British Columbia invites applications from Canadian writers who normally reside outside the Lower Mainland of BC, for the position of Canada Council Writer-in-Residence at the college. For its 2011 residency, the college seeks a writer of established reputation (at least two books in print or equivalent public recognition, e.g. theatrical productions) and with significant previous experience of arranging and hosting literary events. The college would especially welcome playwrights who also work in one or more other genres. More >

Deadline: February 1, 2011

CHRC SEEKS SUBMISSIONS FOR YOUTH INTERNSHIP PROGRAM EMPLOYERS

Canada
The Cultural Human Resources Council, through its Career Focus Programs, is seeking proposals from cultural institutions and organizations willing to offer dynamic opportunities in the areas of Art Practice and Art Administration to recent post-secondary graduates ages 30 and under. If you have a 4-12 months position in mind and are looking for a positive addition to your team, send in your application. More >

Deadline: February 7, 2011

CANADIAN CONFERENCE OF THE ARTS (CCA) 2010 NATIONAL ARTS AWARDS

Canada
The Canadian Conference of the Arts (CCA) is calling on nominations for its 2010 national arts awards.  The CCA awards are presented annually to members of Canada's cultural community who have made significant contributions to the spirit and vitality of the arts and culture in this country. More >

Deadline: February 14, 2011

YOUTH EMPOWERMENT PROGRAM

Edmonton
The Youth Empowerment Program (YEP) is a new initiative of the Edmonton Community Foundation. This program is made possible through a financial gift from a generous donor and will support activities that are initiated, led and organized by Edmonton youth.  Edmonton Community Foundation has convened a youth advisory committee to review applications and recommend projects for funding. More >

Deadline: February 22, 2011

EDMONTON HALL OF FAME 2011 NOMINEES

Edmonton
The Salute to Excellence Committee is currently gathering nominations for the 2011 Hall of Fame Induction ceremony being held in June to honour outstanding Edmontonians who, through their participation in arts and culture, community service or sports, have made exemplary contributions to the quality of life in Edmonton. More >

Deadline: February 22, 2011

PARTICIPATE IN THE DISCUSSION OF THE IMPACTS OF DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY

Canada
The Cultural Human Resources Council (CHRC), along with the Nordicity Group, are evaluating the impact of digital technology on the cultural sector.  They want to encourage you to participate in the discussion of the impacts of digital technology that are rapidly changing the way cultural content is created, produced, distributed, marketed and consumed by signing up online for notification of the program's launch. More  >

Deadline: May 2011

WORKSHOPS

TEEN ACTING CLASSES FOR THEATRE & FILM - Company of Rogues Actors’ Studio

January through February in Calgary
These classes are designed to improve your existing skills as a student actor, whether you are new to acting or actively auditioning. By introducing creative techniques the instructor will guide you in your pursuit of a compelling authentic performance. Inspiring, active and professionally instructed, Company of Rogues TEEN Acting Courses accomplish much more than the occasional workshop. By developing your skills over the course of six weeks a strong foundation and technique can be achieved. More >

MUSICAL THEATRE CLASSES FOR CHILDREN & TEENS - StoryBook Theatre

January through March in Calgary 
StoryBook Theatre operates an inclusive, year round, theatre school for children and teens aged 6 - 18. Their mandate is Quality, Creativity and Community. Students of all levels of experience are encouraged to attend.  Classes offered for ages 6 - 8, 9 - 12 and 13 - 18.  More >

DRAMA CLASSES FOR CHILDREN - Pumphouse Theatre

January through April in Calgary
Pumphouse Theatre is offering drama classes for ages 5 - 7, Intro to Drama; ages 8 - 10, Drama Exploration; ages 11 - 16, Shakespeare; and a Home School Program for ages 7 - 10, Discovering Drama and ages 11 - 16, Shakespeare. More >

AUDITION HELL I - with Peter Skagan

January 7 - 9 in Calgary
January 15 - 16 in Edmonton

This class is beneficial for beginners, stage actors and experienced film and TV actors.  It teaches you the basics of screen acting, self-promotion, branding and auditioning skills. More >

THE MEISNER TECHNIQUE - Playhouse North School of Theatre

January 14 - March 11 in Calgary
Study a technique renowned for unlocking the actors potential from instructor Cindy Vanden Enden, certified by the Neighborhood Playhouse in N.Y.C.  Classes offered in fundamentals and drop-in (for experienced students). More >

INTRO TO STAGE MANAGEMENT - with Karen J. Rodomar

January 22 in Calgary
Karmen J. Rodomar will walk participants through the "ins and outs" of stage management for the theatre. Learn how to stage manage your very first show, or brush up on your skills - if you have an interest in working backstage, this workshop is for you. More >

SPRINGARTS PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN AND TEENS - EPCOR Centre

March 28 - April 1 in Calgary
SpringARTS programs for ages 7-14 at the EPCOR CENTRE for the Performing Arts provide engaging multi-disciplinary activities that include all aspects of the performing arts – drama, dance, music, visual and digital arts.  It’s a great place to have fun and meet new friends in a safe, inspiring and supportive environment during Spring Break! SpringARTS classes are taught by experienced and accomplished professional artists and arts educators who bring a wealth of knowledge to the classroom. More >

The above listings are but a sampling of the submission & workshop opportunities listed on our website.

Postings are updated weekly

Full Submissions Postings  |  Full Workshop Postings

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Odds & Ends

SPACE

TEMPLE B'NAI TIKVAH - Calgary

Temple B'nai Tikvah is a large arts-friendly building with space for rent, and more coming on-stream in March. They have rehearsal, storage and performance spaces. More >

VOLUNTEERS

LIQUID MELD THEATRE SEEKS USHERS AND BARTENDERS - Calgary

No experience necessary. Due to content of the production, ushers must be at least 14 years of age. Bar Tenders must be at least 18 years of age and hold ProServe certification. Ushers and Bar Tenders will be required to work 3 - 4 hour shifts, beginning 1 hour prior to curtain. Training will be provided.  Excess Unwanted Growth runs March 10 - 19.  More >

CAPPUCCINO MUSICAL THEATRE SEEKS BOX OFFICE, CONCESSION AND BACK STAGE VOLUNTEERS - Calgary

ProServ certification through the ALGC experience using "TheatreManager" software an assett. Duties include selling tickets, giving out programs, selling wines, desserts, soft drinks, coffee and water and bussing tables. Very little is required of a back stage hand, but there may be some performers with props that need to be pre-set. Dessert Song runs January 21 - 29. More >

EVENTS

HELP SEND THE HIGH LEVEL BRIDGE TO THE SUNDANCE FILM FESTIVAL

January 15 in Edmonton
The new short film The High Level Bridge has been accepted to the prestigious Sundance Film Festival, January 20 - 30 in Park City, Utah. Edmonton filmmaker Trevor Anderson and his crew invite you to the ARTery for a dance party fundraiser and special screening to help them afford to go! More>

CALGARY ACTS GENERAL MEETING

January 17 in Calgary
Calgary ACTS general meeting is open and all are welcome to attend: please RSVP.  Guest Speaker will be Tom McCarthy who will give an update on the CARS project. More >

PERFORMANCE CREATION CANADA CONFERENCE

January 20-23 in Edmonton
The Canadian Centre for Theatre Creation and the Department of Drama will host the semi-annual Performance Creation Canada Conference. The theme of the gathering will be Art and the Environment, with the word "environment" understood in multiple senses, from ecological to cultural and even virtual.  This national gathering will see artists from across the country representing the spectrum of performance disciplines in the halls and spaces of the Fine Arts Building and the Timms Centre for the Arts talking to each other about the work they create and perform as it relates to the Conference theme. More>

CANADA COUNCIL OF THE ARTS - GRANTING INFORMATION SESSIONS

January 24 in Edmonton
January 25 in Calgary
The Canada Council for the Arts is pleased to invite professional theatre artists and theatre arts organizations to attend free information sessions and meet the Canada Council Program Officer for Theatre.  The session will include an overview of the activities of the Canada Council, its grant programs in the theatre area and the application process. Come with your questions and learn how to access Canada Council Programs that support theatre organizations and artists. More >

SPECIAL ROBBIE BURNS DAY PERFORMANCE OF COURAGE AT THE AUBURN SALOON

January 25 in Calgary
This special Robbie Burns Day performance at the Auburn Saloon includes the traditional Address to the Haggis, bagpipes, highland dancers, and a traditional Scottish Meal.  More >

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Donors, New & Renewing Members

December 1 - 31

DONORS: THANK YOU!

Josina Davis, Steven & Celia Penman

NEW MEMBERS

Individuals
Adam Currie, Trenton Deveau, Mikayla Dibben, Christina Harbak, Paul Johnson, Sydnie Lazina, Bradley McInenly, Shaun Seaton, Megan Strachan, Jennifer Wong

RENEWING MEMBERS

Individuals
Georgina Beaty, Col Cseke, Anton deGroot, Joan Hawkins, Sherry Koehler, Ian Leung, David Ley, Robert Miller, Brenda Remin, Vanessa Sabourin, Laryssa Yanchak

Groups
Calmar Drama Society, Castor Little Theatre, Citadel Theatre

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