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Auditions
CALGARY
BADGER - THEATRE BSMT
Theatre BSMT seeks one female actor, age range 25 – 40, to play the role of Hester in our BSMT Dwellers Playwriting Competition’s winning script. Audition date: February 15.
Full Circle Theatre is holding auditions for The Winter’s Tale by William Shakespeare, the final show of the company's third season. Audition date: February 23.
i-ROBOT THEATRE - SWALLOW-A-BICYCLE
This September, Swallow-a-Bicycle presents i-ROBOT Theatre, a two-act original production performed in an industrial warehouse-style space. Audition dates: February 28 - March 4.
SPRING/SUMMER STREET THEATRE PROGRAM - HERITAGE PARK
Heritage Park is looking for a team of actors to present scripted and historically based vignettes through a variety of theatrical forms in which specific, identifiable characters are portrayed in pre-1914 Western Canada. Audition dates: March 23-24.
MALE ACTOR REQUIRED - EVERGREEN THEATRE
Evergreen Theatre is seeking one male actor for our spring touring musical TYA show: Princess Prudence and the Fairest in the Land. Deadline to submit: Open until filled.
EDMONTON
FROM CRADLE TO STAGE FESTIVAL - WALTERDALE THEATRE ASSOCIATES
This year’s Festival consists of the following selected pieces: The Ugly Spot by Lisa Lorentz-Gilroy and Exposure by Stephen Allred, Bethany Hughes and Jessie McPhee.
Audition dates: February 10-11.
SINGERS AND DANCERS - ROYAL CARIBBEAN PRODUCTIONS
Set sail for the adventure of a lifetime! Audition for Royal Caribbean Productions in Edmonton! Audition date: February 12.
ALBERTA
St. Albert Theatre Troupe is looking to cast based on comic timing and good characterization. This can only be achieved when books are down, so auditionees should expect a short learning period. Audition dates: February 27 & March 2.
NATIONAL
PRIVATE EYES AND [TITLE OF SHOW] - KELOWNA SUMMER THEATRE FESTIVAL - Kelowna, BC
The Kelowna Summer Theatre Festival is holding auditions for its two summer repertory shows. Audition dates: Monday, March 4 at the Rotary Centre for the Arts in Kelowna and February 25 and 26 at Carousel Theatre on Granville Island in Vancouver.
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Job Postings
CALGARY
ARTISTIC DIRECTOR - INSIDE OUT THEATRE
Inside Out Theatre invites applications for the position of Artistic Director; this is a part-time position with competitive compensation. Deadline: February 15.
DESIGNERS - SWALLOW-A-BICYCLE THEATRE
Swallow-A-Bicycle Theatre is accepting Designer applications for i-ROBOT Theatre including Costume Designer, Set & Prop Designer, Puppet Designer, Sound Designer, Video Designer and Lobby Designer. Deadline: February 15.
HEAD OF LIGHTING - THEATRE JUNCTION GRAND
Theatre Junction GRAND seeks Head Lighting Technician, reporting to the Director of Production, to work in Calgary’s culturehouse for contemporary live arts. Deadline: February 15.
COSTUME STITCHER - HERITAGE PARK HISTORICAL VILLAGE
Heritage Park has an immediate opening for a full-time Costume Stitcher. Your duties include the altering, repairing and maintenance of costumes. Deadline: February 25.
WARDROBE FITTING ASSISTANT - HERITAGE PARK HISTORICAL VILLAGE
Heritage Park Is looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our Costume Department. This is a 4-month contract position, starting mid March and ending mid June 2013. Deadline: February 25.
ARTISTIC PRODUCER - EVERGREEN THEATRE
Evergreen Theatre seeks an Artistic Producer to work with the Executive Director to manage the daily operations of the company and oversee the execution of the company’s artistic vision and mandate. Deadline: March 1.
ARTISTIC DIRECTOR - MOMO MIXED ABILITY DANCE THEATRE
MoMo Mixed Ability Dance Theatre seeks an Artistic Director to take responsibility for the overall artistic direction and administration of the company. Position to commence May 3. Deadline: Open until filled.
EDMONTON
FRONT OF HOUSE SUPERVISOR - CAPITOL THEATRE
The Capitol Theatre at Fort Edmonton Park is seeking a pleasant, independent, and organized individual to join the Capitol Theatre team. This position is perfect for someone in school and looking for casual work but predictable work. Deadline: February 12.
PIANO ACCOMPANIST - CAPITOL THEATRE
The Capitol Theatre at Fort Edmonton Park is mounting a vaudeville style musical comedy and needs a charming soul to play the piano. Must be available daytimes from February 19 – March 6 and evenings from March 7 - 17. Deadline: Open until filled.
DIRECTOR OF MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS - CITADEL THEATRE
The Citadel Theatre is looking for a creative, organized, self-motivated leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment to drive earned income through ticket sales and to oversee marketing, branding, communications and public relations campaigns. Deadline: Open until filled.
MARKETING AND DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANT - CITADEL THEATRE
The Citadel Theatre is looking for a Marketing and Development Assistant to work as part of the Marketing and Development Team to achieve departmental Audience and Fund Development goals. Deadline: Open until filled.
ALBERTA
SOUND TEAM - CANADIAN BADLANDS PASSION PLAY - Drumheller
The Canadian Badlands Passion Play is currently accepting applications for the Head of Sound/Sound Engineer, Sound Assistant and Stage Sound Technician for the summer of 2013. Deadline: February 8.
WARDROBE TEAM - CANADIAN BADLANDS PASSION PLAY - Drumheller
The Canadian Badlands Passion Play is currently accepting applications for the Head of Wardrobe, Wardrobe Assistant/Cast Costume Facilitator, Wardrobe Assistant and Armor Supervisor/Costume Armorer for the summer of 2013. Deadline: February 8.
MEMBERS - PREMIER'S COUNCIL ON CULTURE - Alberta
The Government of Alberta seeks up to 20 of Alberta’s most creative and innovative thinkers to build on Alberta’s already vibrant appeal. You will be tasked with creating a long-term plan that will bring our cultural policy to life. Deadline: February 28.
SUPERVISORS - ARTSTREK 2013 - Red Deer
Theatre Alberta is looking for individuals who have previous Artstrek experience, excellent interpersonal skills and strong leadership ability. Applicants must have attended Artstrek as a student, have been away from the program for at least one year and be between 19 and 25 years of age. Deadline: March 1.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR/EVENT & VOLUNTEER SPECIALIST - Morinville
The Town of Morinville seeks a Community Development Coordinator/Event & Volunteer Specialist to be responsible for fostering effective community participation and activity. Deadline: Open until filled.
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Workshops / Classes / Education
CALGARY
CLOWNING WORKSHOP WITH ALICE NELSON - MORPHEUS THEATRE
February 9. A Theatre Alberta Workshop By Request! In this class, students will share their sense of humor through games and ensemble exercises. They will explore physical comedy, character clown work and comic routine construction. Cost $40.
ESSENTIALS OF FILM/ESSENTIALS OF ACTING - COMPANY OF ROGUES
February 16 (six week courses). Cost $380 (plus GST).
|ESSENTIALS OF ACTING| Students will explore the fundamentals of acting through partnered scene work. |ESSENTIALS OF FILM| The fundamentals of on-camera technique are introduced through scene work and an exploration of the audition process.
EQUIPPED TO DIRECT WITH MICHELINE CHEVRIER - URBAN CURVZ
February 21–23. From the first read to opening night, Canadian director Micheline Chevrier will guide participants through a 3-day active learning masterclass on the key steps a director must take to prepare for a successful rehearsal process. Cost $200. TEEN FILM & TV - COMPANY OF ROGUES
February 21 - March 28. (13-18 YRS) A perfect opportunity for teens to get involved in the Film & Television industry, gaining valuable knowledge of the audition experience and on-camera technique. Cost: $275 (plus GST).
COMMEDIA DELL'ARTE WITH MIKE GRIFFEN - BEYOND THE BRINK PRODUCTIONS
February 22-24. Come and explore the physical style of theatre that gave slapstick comedy its name at a 3-day Commedia dell’Arte workshop with director/educator Mike Griffin. Deadline to apply: February 15. Cost: $125.
CALGARY PLAYWRIGHTS' CIRCLE - ALBERTA PLAYWRIGHTS' NETWORK
March 6 - April 24. The Playwright Circles offer playwrights an excellent opportunity to start and finish a first draft of a play or to continue working on a project that they’ve already started. Cost $300 (plus cost of membership for non-members).
NATIONAL DEVISED PRODUCTION INTENSIVE - GHOST RIVER THEATRE
May 5-25. An invitation to interested professional and emerging artists and educators of various disciplines for the first ever national Ghost River Devised Production Intensive. Apply early to be considered for financial assistance.
EDMONTON
SPRING AND SUMMER CAMPS AND CLASSES - FOOTE THEATRE SCHOOL
Various dates. Foote Theatre School (Edmonton’s oldest and largest) Spring and Summer Camps and Classes are now on sale.
SPRING REGISTRATION OPEN - FREEDOM TECH PRODUCTIONS
Various dates. Freedom Tech Productions have now started registration for the spring session - book now for we fill up fast!
INTRODUCTION TO CLOWN WITH JAN HENDERSON - SMALL MATTERS PRODUCTIONS
February 21-24. Award winning instructor Jan Henderson teaches her 4-day introductory workshop, suitable for both performers and non-performers. Noses provided. Cost $400.
EDMONTON PLAYWRIGHTS' CIRCLE - ALBERTA PLAYWRIGHTS' NETWORK
February 25 - April 22. The Playwright Circles offer playwrights an excellent opportunity to start and finish a first draft of a play or to continue working on a project that they’ve already started. Cost $300 (plus cost of membership for non-members).
ADVANCED CLOWN WORKSHOP - UNIVERSITY OF ALBERTA - OPEN STUDIES
May 6-24. This course will focus on the creation and development of scripted clown routines. It is appropriate for performers with introductory to intermediate clown experience. Approximate total cost is anticipated to be $720.
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Events
BRIDGET RYAN CABARET - CITADEL THEATRE/BEYOND THE STAGE - Edmonton
A celebrated vocalist and comedic performance artist, Bridget Ryan brings her unique Cabaret style to the Citadel for two jaw-dropping performances. February 8-9.
SECOND ARTS CHAMPIONS CONGRESS - CALGARY ARTS DEVELOPMENT - Calgary
The Arts Champions Congress is a meeting of individuals who make Calgary’s arts sector a vibrant and exciting place to work and our city a great place to live. Registration now open. February 21-22.
PUPPET POWER - W.P. PUPPET THEATRE - Calgary
Join individuals from as far away as Israel whose creative expression is through the visual and performance arts at Puppet Power, a conference for everyone!
Spark your creativity, enhance skills, share stories and experiences with like-minded individuals at this unique event. March 9-10.
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Each of these are ~1,345 ft2 and rented out at half day and full day rates. Other rooms (change rooms, meeting rooms, etc) are also available.
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Volunteer
BACKSTAGE CREW NEEDED - KEYANO THEATRE - Fort McMurray
Keyano Theatre Company is looking for 3 volunteers to join the backstage crew of Hometown…The Musical!
Be part of the largest theatrical production in KTC’s 33 year history!
Commitment needed: Feb 7-23.
ZOMBIES NEEDED - BRAINS THE ZOMBIE MUSICAL - Edmonton
If you are a Zombie, Zombie fan, Zombie killer, Zombie lover or Zombie wannabe, BRAINS The Zombie Musical is looking for Volunteers. Initial information night “Zombie Gras” will be February 8.
SEQUENCE SET ASSEMBLY - DOWNSTAGE/HIT & MYTH PRODUCTIONS - Calgary
Downstage and Hit & Myth Productions seeks volunteers to help create our set design for the world premiere of Sequence. Terry Gunvordahl has designed a breathtaking textured projection screen made entirely of over 5,000 pit balls and we help to assemble them! February 8 & 9.
BOARD PRESIDENT - INSIDE OUT THEATRE - Calgary
Inside Out Theatre seeks a Board President, which shall be ex-officio a Director and a member of all committees of the Board. He/she shall, when present, preside at all meetings of the Society and of the Board. Deadline: February 22.
CALL FOR PERFORMERS - GLENROSE REHABILITATION HOSPITAL - Edmonton
The Arts in Rehab Council has recently created an “Entertainment Series” to allow musicians, singers, dancers, actors, etc. to perform for our staff, patients, families and visitors. Honorariums for performances will be provided for certain performances. Deadline: Open until filled.
SOUND DESIGNER - MINDHIVE COLLECTIVE - Edmonton
Mindhive Collective is re-staging a production of s/kin in March 2013 and is looking for a sound designer to make small edits in the current sound track of the show. Deadline: Open until filled.
VOLUNTEER AT THE CAPITOL THEATRE - FORT EDMONTON PARK - Edmonton
Get involved behind the scenes at Fort Edmonton Park’s newest exhibit, the Capitol Theatre, our 1928 movie and vaudeville house. Now seeking: Ushers, Bartenders, Parking assistants, Stage-hands, Light walkers, Scenic Painters, Technicians, & more! Deadline: Open until filled.
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Calls For Submissions
GIRLS GONE WILDE - A LATE NIGHT CABARET - URBAN CURVZ THEATRE - Calgary
The Cabaret will consist of several 10 minute pieces. Urban Curvz Theatre is currently accepting submissions from emerging and transitioning female actors, directors and stage managers. Deadline: February 15.
NOMINATIONS FOR 2013 DISTINGUISHED ARTIST AWARDS - Alberta
Call for Nominations for the 2013 Lieutenant Governor of Alberta Distinguished Artist Awards. The Awards are open to Alberta artists working in any discipline and carry a cash prize of $30,000 as well as a hand-crafted medal. Deadline: February 15.
HOST CITY PROPOSALS - 2015 DISTINGUISHED ARTIST AWARDS - Alberta
The Board of Directors of the Lieutenant Governor of Alberta Arts Awards Foundation invites proposals from Alberta cities to host the 2015 Gala of the Lieutenant Governor of Alberta Distinguished Artist Awards. Deadline: March 1.
SHARON DRUMMOND CHAPBOOK PRIZE - WRITERS GUILD OF ALBERTA - Alberta
Alberta-based writers who have never published a collection of poetry in chapbook or traditional book form are invited to submit their collections of poetry (25-40 pages) to a new annual prize honouring Sharon Drummond. Deadline: March 1.
ONE ACT SCRIPTS FOR PUBLICATION - PLAYWRIGHTS CANADA PRESS - National
Playwrights Canada Press invites submissions of English-language one-act plays suitable for high schools to be included in a new anthology for publication in 2014. Deadline for submissions: May 3.
CALL FOR THEATRE PROPOSALS - NEXTFEST - Edmonton
The Nextfest Arts Company is now accepting proposals from producers, playwrights, directors, actors, designers,
multidisciplinary artists, etc. Submissions do not have to be attached to a
specific creative project: resumes are welcome. No deadline but proposals received earlier will have greater opportunity for consideration
and dialogue.
2013 RAUCOUS CAUCUS EMERGING ARTISTS ASSEMBLY - ALBERTA THEATRE PROJECTS - Calgary
A jam-packed weekend of guest artists, wild performances, panel discussions, networking events and big fun, connecting early career theatre makers at the 27th Annual Enbridge playRites Festival of New Canadian Plays. Deadline: Open until filled.
ARTWORKS SUBMISSIONS - GLENROSE REHABILITATION HOSPITAL - Edmonton
The Arts in Rehab Council creates opportunities for patients and staff to be exposed to Alberta and Canadian art and artists. The Council focuses on exploring sources for artwork exhibition or acquisition and evaluates all art works for display. No deadline.
FRANCHISE OPPORTUNITY - STAGECOACH THEATRE ARTS - Alberta
StageCoach Theatre Arts is world's largest provider of part-time theatre education for children. We provide full training in helping you open and run your own performing arts school. Financial assistance in launching your own school is also available. No deadline.
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Other
SEEKING SPONSORS FOR CBS CONSTRUCTION PRESENTS EVENT - Fort McMurray
Keyano Theatre is looking for sponsors for its annual fundraiser: CBS Construction Presents: The Affair for the Arts 2013 featuring Rick Mercer on April 6.
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