Ethno-cultural mandate or ethno-cultural casting statement:
We strive to reflect the diversity of our community. Due to the play’s requirements, queer/LGBTQAI2S+, indigenous, and Métis artists are strongly encouraged to apply.
Regrettably, only actors chosen for audition will be contacted.
Legislating Love: The Everett Klippert Story
by Natalie Meisner
Sage Theatre
In Association With Third Street Theatre and the Calgary Gay History Project
Rehearsal: Sun, March 4, 2018 – Sat, March 17, 2018
Tech & show: March 22nd- March 31, 2018
(opens March 22nd)
West Village Theatre
WORLD PREMIERE
Everett Klippert was the last person to be tried, convicted, and jailed for homosexuality in Canada. Pierre Trudeau, acting as Justice Minister, referred to the case with ‘there’s no place for the state in the bedrooms of the nation.’ Maxine, a young historian today, becomes consumed with finding out who he really was, past the headlines. This is the story of the struggle to define Klippert, beyond what history wants and needs him to be.
Company information:
Third Street Theatre is dedicated to the positive promotion of queer culture, stories, and voices, with a focus on production, mentorship, and the artistic development of queer and queer-minded talent. We are committed to work that engages and educates the community on relevant social issues pertaining to the often marginalized queer community.
Calgary Gay History Project: We are curious about what life was like for gay people in Calgary in the middle of the last century. This project also has an oral history preservation agenda; We hope to document stories from LGBTQ elders in Calgary whose stories should be recorded before they are lost.
Sage Theatre tells bold, intimate, thoughtful stories of the human condition through live performance. We provide a platform for Calgary and Alberta theatre artists to excel. We foster the next generation of theatre artists by engaging them and connecting them to the professional community.
CHARACTERS
EVERETT (GEORGE) KLIPPERT: A man of average height/build with dark hair. He went by his first name, Everett for most of his life but after being released from prison went by George.
HANDSOME: Plays various lovers of Klippert
MAXINE: Aspiring Professor of Canadian History
TONYA: A comedian of Métis Ancestry
We are accepting auditions until Dec 20. Please submit them to auditions@sagetheatre.com
