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What's New at Theatre Alberta
What's On in Alberta
Theatre News
Classifieds
Donors & New Members
Buzz Etiquette

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Auditions
Job Postings
Workshops/Classes/Education
Events
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To our Members:

Notes for November:

Hello! I’m Becca Barrington and I’m very excited to return to Theatre Alberta. You might remember speaking with me back in 2011 when I was busy organizing the Playbill poster as Theatre Alberta’s Summer Programs Assistant. This time around, I’m in the Library and am very happy to explore the stacks, collect fines, and help you find the perfect play or audition piece! When I’m not busy here at TA (or reading all the plays I’ve signed out to myself) you can find me working with GeriActors, Bring It Up Theatre, Catasterismi Theatre, and Kids on the Block (Edmonton Epilepsy Association).

Theatre Alberta Librarians: Becca and Solvieg

I’m looking forward to meeting you all, and don’t hesitate to contact me with any library-related questions!

All the best,

Becca Barrington
Librarian

“Sometimes the simplest things are the best way to tell the story because the playwright is asking us to use our imagination."

~ Marti Maraden

What's New at Theatre Alberta

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Theatre Alberta is pleased to share that our own Executive Director, Keri Mitchell, was honoured as one of Avenue Magazine Edmonton's Top 40 Under 40.

Theatre Alberta Executive Director, Keri Mitchell, with her predecessor and current Artstrek Director, Marie Gynane-Willis, at Avenue Magazine Edmonton's 2013 Top 40 Under 40 celebration.

Every year, Avenue Magazine in Calgary and in Edmonton recognizes the most exceptional young community leaders in Alberta’s two largest cities. Both Top 40 Under 40 lists honour individuals under the age of 40 who are excelling in their careers, giving back to the community and raising the profiles of Calgary and Edmonton.

"It was such an honour to be nominated," says Keri. "We come to the theatre to work with some of the most creative, curious, and generous artists there are, and we inherit the traditions and legacies of those that came before us. I am privileged in my job to have many opportunities to proudly proclaim what an honour it is to serve Alberta's incredible theatre community."

Keri was chosen as part of the 2013 Class for Avenue Edmonton. Click here to read Keri’s Top 40 article in Avenue Magazine Edmonton. Other representatives of the theatre community honoured this year are Ellen Chorley (Edmonton), Michelle Minke (Calgary), and Vicki Stroich (Calgary).

"...And it's so cool that FOUR WOMEN from the Alberta theatre community are on the lists this year," Keri adds.

Congratulations to all of the Top 40 Under 40 recipients!

On October 18th, Theatre Alberta, the Arts Touring Alliance of Alberta (ATAA) and Fringe Theatre Adventures were proud to present the inaugural Picks of the Edmonton Fringe lineup at Showcase 2013 in Red Deer. More than 250 communtiy presenters from across Alberta were in attendenace and we were thrilled with the reception and interest that was expressed in the project.

Theatre Alberta is now accepting Expressions of Interest from organizations looking to book a tour date for the Picks of the Edmonton Fringe 2014-2015 tour. Visit theatrealberta.com/tour/book to fill out an Expression of Interest.

The Picks of the Edmonton Fringe productions are:

Happy Whackin’ Jim McCrackin by Amos Altman
presented by The Accidental Humour Co.
Touring Alberta in November 2014

Never Let the Crew See You Cry by Linda Wood Edwards
presented by Northern Sabbatical Productions/MAA & PAA Theatre
Touring Alberta in January/February 2015

The Bomb-itty of Errors by Jordan Allen Dutton, Jason Catalano, Gregory J. Qaiyum, Erik Weiner and Jeffrey Qaiyum
presented by Edmonton Actors Theatre
Touring Alberta in April 2015

For more information about the productions (including technical riders), visit theatrealberta.com/tour.

The 2013-2014 Workshops by Request season is generously supported by Click here to apply for a Workshop by Request. Skill building workshops are available in both technical and non-technical theatre.

Fantasy Makeup in Drumheller
On November 16, Janey Olson will be travelling to Drumheller to teach a workshop in Fantasy Makeup for Kaleidoscope Theatre. The workshop will assist the company in preparing for its upcoming production of The Nutcracker, which opens on November 29.

Accents and Dialects in Kelsey
Also in November, Kelsey Drama Club will be hosting an Accents and Dialects workshop. A professional voice instructor will be traveling from Edmonton to the small hamlet, about 30km southeast of Camrose, which has been host to the annual Kelsey Dinner Theatre for more than 20 years!

Workshops by Request applications are accepted throughout the year. Any community theatre group in Alberta may apply for a workshop through the Workshops by Request program, on any topic of their choice. Professional development opportunities sponsored by a professional theatre company are also considered for support through the program. For more information, please contact Frazer Andrews, Programmer, at frazer@theatrealberta.com.

Theatre Alberta Programmer Frazer Andrews and Communications & Marketing Coordinator Aaron Talbot were pleased to attend the Alberta Teachers' Association (ATA) Fine Arts Council's 50th Anniversary Annual Conference in Calgary, October 24 - 26. The Fine Arts Council is a member-based organization that supports teachers through inservice and mentorship.

We were very happy to meet new drama and other fine arts teachers and chat about Artstrek and other programs and services offered through Theatre Alberta. To learn more about the ATA Fine Arts Council, please visit fac.teachers.ab.ca.

Please note Theatre Alberta's Library will be closed November 9 - 11 for Remembrance Day.The Drop Box will be unavailable.

Theatre Alberta has recently changed its Library hours. New library hours are:
Mon: 12 (noon)-8 pm
Tues: 10 am-3 pm
Wed: 10 am-3 pm
Thurs: 10 am-3 pm
Fri: Closed
Sat: 10 am-3 pm
Sun: Closed

See you among the stacks!

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What's On in Alberta

Opening in November

Click here to search the 2013-2014 Theatre Alberta Playbill.
Click here to explore Theatre Alberta's new "What's On in Alberta" blog.

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indicates production was written/collectively created by a Canadian artist/group

CALGARY

NO WAY BACK
Nov 5 - 9, Urban Stories Theatre

PERSEPHONE
Nov 6 - 9, Full Circle Theatre

HERE BREAKS THE HEART: THE LOVES OF CHRISTINA ROSSETTI
Nov 6 - 10, Fire Exit Theatre

A SERVANT OF TWO MASTERS
Nov 6 - 16, Gas & Light Productions

AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY
Nov 8 - 16, Liffey Players Drama Society

HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH
Nov 8 - 16, Sage Theatre

MY FAIR LADY
Nov 8 - 23, Front Row Centre Players

VINTAGE HITCHCOCK: A LIVE RADIO PLAY
Nov 9 - Dec 8, Vertigo Theatre

LOVE TRAIN: THE SOUL OF MOTOWN
Nov 14 - Feb 2, Stage West Theatre Restaurant

TJ LAB #1 - A WORK-IN-PROGRESS PRESENTATION
Nov 21 - 23, Theatre Junction GRAND

12 ANGRY JURORS
Nov 21 - 30, Mount Royal University Theatre Department

AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 DAYS
Nov 21 - Dec 29, Alberta Theatre Projects

JASON AND THE ARGONAUTS
Nov 22 - Dec 1, Vertigo Theatre (Y Stage)

THE AFTER PARTY
Nov 25 - Dec 21, Lunchbox Theatre

STRAIGHT ON 'TILL MORNING
Nov 26 - 30, Red Phone Theatre

COMRADES
Nov 26 - Dec 7, University of Calgary School of Creative and Performing Arts - Drama

TALES STORYTELLING CAFE "MEMORIES"
Nov 27, TALES Calgary

AGNES OF GOD
Nov 28 - 30, theatre@rocky (Rocky Mountain College)

A CHRISTMAS CAROL
Nov 28 - Dec 24, Theatre Calgary

"8"
Nov 30, Theatre Transit

EDMONTON

PIG GIRL
Nov 5 - 24, Theatre Network

BODY AWARENESS
Nov 6 - 24, Shadow Theatre

SIA
Nov 7 - 17, Pyretic Productions/Arts at the Barns Presentation Series

FORBIDDEN BROADWAY GREATEST HITS
Nov 8 - 16, Two ONE-WAY Tickets to Broadway

ANGELS IN AMERICA, PART I: MILLENNIUM APPROACHES
Nov 12 - 17, University of Alberta Abbedam Productions

THE HISTORY OF ROCK 'N ROLL STARS AND STRIPES
Nov 12 - Feb 2, Mayfield Dinner Theatre

THE VIP KIDS SHOW
Nov 16 - May 24 (selected Saturdays), The Varscona Theatre

A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM/ MACBETH
Nov 18 - 29, Theatre Prospero (Edmonton & Area tour)

PRAIRIE BOWL FESTIVAL
Nov 21 - 23, Rapid Fire Theatre

BITCHES & MONEY 1878
Nov 22 - 30, Northern Light Theatre

THE PICK ME UPS
Nov 24 - 28, Magpie Theatre

BLOODY POETRY
Nov 28 - Dec 7, University of Alberta Studio Theatre

THE THREE SISTERS
Nov 28 - Dec 8, Broken Toys @ The Varscona Theatre

CRANIATRIUM
Nov 28 - Dec 8, Firefly Theatre & Circus/Arts at the Barns Presentation Series

I AM FOR YOU
Nov 29 - 30, Concrete Theatre @ C103

A CHRISTMAS CAROL
Nov 30 - Dec 23, Citadel Theatre/Robbins Academy

ALBERTA

THE GHOST TRAIN
Nov 1 - 3, East of Sixty Productions, Devon

THE KITCHEN WITCHES
Nov 1 - 3, Leduc Drama Society, Leduc

SHREK THE MUSICAL
Nov 1 - 9, Medicine Hat Firehall Theatre, Medicine Hat

STEEL MAGNOLIAS
Nov 1 - 16, Central Alberta Theatre, Red Deer

MEANWHILE, BACK ON THE COUCH
Nov 2 - 3, Beaverhill Players, Holden
Nov 16, Beaverhill Players tour, Camrose

CORPORATIONS IN OUR HEADS
Nov 5 - 12, Theatre for Living, Tour (Alberta-wide)

TROOP TRAIN
Nov 7 - 8, Aspen Crossing Theatre, Mossleigh

WAR SONGS OF THE RAILS
Nov 8, Aspen Crossing Theatre, Mossleigh

PETER PAN
Nov 8 - 23, Lethbridge Musical Theatre, Lethbridge

THE DRINKING GAME
Nov 12 - 16, Theatre Outré, Lethbridge

I AM FOR YOU
Nov 12 - 30, Concrete Theatre, Tour (Alberta-wide)

IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE: THE RADIO PLAY
Nov 12 - Dec 22, Rosebud Theatre, Rosebud

ALADDIN
Nov 12 - Jun 13, Alberta Opera, Tour (Alberta-wide)

LEADING LADIES
Nov 13 - 16, Heartland Arts Troupe Society, Stettler

THE WILD GUYS
Nov 14 - 30, Dewdney Players, Okotoks

EXIA
Nov 19 - 23, University of Lethbridge, Lethbridge

SHREK THE MUSICAL
Nov 21 - Dec 1, St. Albert Children's Theatre, St. Albert

THE GAME'S AFOOT (OR HOLMES FOR THE HOLIDAYS)
Nov 21 - Dec 7, Innisfail Town Theatre, Innisfail

CHRISTMAS AT THE LUCKY CABOOSE
Nov 21 - Dec 21, Aspen Crossing Theatre, Mossleigh

CHRISTMAS AT BETHLEHEM GULCH
Nov 22 - 23, Lac Cardinal Regional Performing Arts Society, Berwyn
Call 780-625-4190 for more information.

OLIVER!
Nov 22 - 30, Medicine Hat Musical Theatre, Medicine Hat

MARION BRIDGE
Nov 27 - 30, Horizon Players, Spruce Grove

BINGO! THE WINNING MUSICAL
Nov 28 - Dec 14, Grande Prairie Live Theatre, Grande Prairie

THE NUTCRACKER, ALL JAZZED UP
Nov 29 - Dec 6, Kaleidoscope Theatre, Drumheller

VIGILANTE
Nov 29 - Dec 7, Catalyst Theatre @ Keyano Theatre, Fort McMurray

THE SOUND OF MUSIC
Nov 29 - Dec 14, Klaglahachie Fine Arts Society, Ponoka

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Theatre News

Die-Nasty, the popular Edmonton improvised soap opera now in its 23rd season, will celebrate its 700th show on November 25th. Congratulations to the entire cast and crew!

The Board of Directors of Alberta Theatre Projects (ATP) is extremely proud to announce the appointment of ATP’s new Executive Director, Vicki Stroich. Congratulations Vicki!

Alberta Theatre Projects (ATP) has announced that 2014 will be the final year of the Enbridge playRites Festival of New Canadian Plays.

Congratulations to Ellen Chorley, Michelle Minke, Keri Mitchell and Vicki Stroich for your recognition by Avenue Magazine as top community leaders under 40 years of age.

Calgary Arts Development (CADA) is pleased to announce the Artist Opportunity Grant Program, investing in professional development opportunities for professional artists.

Flood Rebuilding Fund Grants support qualified donees in all parts of the charitable sector that serve Calgary and area flood-affected regions. Deadline: January 31, 2014 at 4:00 PM.

Theatre Alberta, the Arts Touring Alliance of Alberta (ATAA) and Fringe Theatre Adventures are proud to announce the inaugural Picks of the Edmonton Fringe lineup.

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Auditions

CALGARY

We have five plays this year so there are lots of roles! Email info@urbanstoriestheatre.org to book an audition. Deadline to submit: Nov. 8.

EDMONTON

Casting 1M, 1F for new production. To be considered for an audition please send theatre resume and headshot to Kimberlee at info@accidentalhumour.com. Auditions: Nov 13.

Seeking young actors for independent film: C18H21NO4 (working title). Contact Daniel Wester at d.wester@live.ca or call/text (780) 893-6232. Audition: Nov.13.

ALBERTA

Looking for male and female musical theatre actors, ages 20-65. Contact Bethany Hughes at Bethany.m.hughes@gmail.com or 780-990-8930. Auditions: Dec 7 - 8.

Actors for a fun, interactive murder mystery troupe in Alberta needed, for shows all over Alberta. Paid gigs, plus dinner. Email shootyoulater@shaw.ca for info. Open until filled.

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Job Postings

CALGARY

This key leadership position will report to the Board of Directors, and will have the vision necessary to lead the organization through its next stage of evolution. Deadline: Nov 15.

Email resume to bbsprague@calgaryopera.com or fax (403) 263-5428, Attention: Bonni Baynton Sprague and include a cover page. Deadline: Nov 22.

Productions are non-union and pay only a small honorarium. Please contact info@acttheatre.ca if interested and/or for more information. Open until filled.

Theatre Encounter seeks a dynamic stage manager for upcoming production of How to Win Friends and Influence People. Production in March 2014. Open until filled.

EDMONTON

Opera Nuova seeks Stage Manager for 4-week school tour. Email applications to: admin@operanuova.ca. Deadline: Dec. 13.

ALBERTA

Keyano Theatre seeks ASM for upcoming production of Les Miserables. Contract begins in January. Send resume/cover letter to Nick.beach@keyano.ca. Open until filled.

NATIONAL

Seeking an experienced full time Executive Director. Send CV/Resume, cover letter to Paul Tutsch, Chair of the Board, at PaulTutsch@kaymeekcentre.com. Deadline: Nov 15.

Seeking an experienced part time Artistic Director (AD). Send CV/Resume, cover letter to Paul Tutsch, Chair of the Board, at PaulTutsch@kaymeekcentre.com. Deadline: Nov 15.

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Workshops / Classes / Education

CALGARY

PLAYWRITING MASTERCLASS WITH COLLEEN MURPHY - URBAN CURVZ THEATRE

Nov 9 - 11: Colleen Murphy is an award-winning playwright, filmmaker and librettist. $170. (Financial bursaries may be available).

Nov 9 - 10: Level 1 (Introduction) The Voice Over Adventure… .
Nov 16 - 17: Level 2 (Intensive Training) Performance for Microphone.
Nov 30 - Dec 1: Level 3 (Becoming the Voice Artist) You are the Character.
Voice Gyms: Nov 13 – Propeller Studios (tent); Dec 11 – The Forge.
Call 403 277 6767 for more information.

MEISNER INTENSIVE - theatre@rocky

Nov 24: Come and play for a full-day workshop delving into one of North America’s most beloved acting techniques, The Meisner Technique. $150.

DEVISED THEATRE TRAINING - GHOST RIVER THEATRE

May 5 - 24, 2014: 3-Week Advanced Devised Production Intensive. A comprehensive, advanced program of study. Earlybird/Equity rate: $1,100. After Jan 31: $1,250.

EDMONTON

Nov 18 - Jan 27: This course will give you an excellent playwriting workout so you’re ready to tackle your next draft. Contact Tracy Carroll at tracy@albertaplaywrights.com.

Nov 30 - Dec 1: Level 1 (Introduction) The Voice Over Adventure… .
Call 780 628 2930 for more information.

Ongoing: Theatre Movement at Pique Dance Centre runs every Wednesday at 6:30pm to 7:30pm. Call 780-239-6122 or email info@piquedancecentre.ca for more information.

Fall/Winter. The Foote Theatre School (FTS) is the oldest and largest theatre school in Edmonton. Register now for Fall/Winter classes.

Winter session classes are now open for registrations. Instructor has more than 40 years experience. Sign up at freedomtechproduction.ca.

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Events

WRITE-A-THON - ALBERTA PLAYWRIGHTS' NETWORK - Alberta

Nov 23: Write a play in 24 hours and help APN raise $10 000 to continue supporting Alberta playwrights! Visit raiseathon.ca/apnwriteathon to register now!

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Space

Interested artists/companies are asked to submit a brief project proposal (less than one page in length) describing the work to be presented, the artists involved (if known) and the dates requested. Proposals will be accepted on an ongoing basis until dates filled.

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Volunteer

With a Theatre that is busy 10 months per year we are always looking for ushers, hospitality and merchandise volunteers. Contact Adam at amitchell@st-albert.net.

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Calls For Submissions

Applicants must be an Alberta resident who is an emerging playwright. The winning submission will receive a full production by Theatre BSMT. Deadline: Nov 30.

We are seeking submissions from a diverse array of disciplines: clown, movement, song, puppets, masks etc, as well as conventional scripts. Deadline: Nov 30.

Chiefly, we are looking for new plays but we are also looking for dance pieces, stand-up comedy and installations. Deadline: Dec 10.

We are looking for all lengths and styles of performance whether it is a one-minute show, hour long, or a four-day endurance art piece! Deadline: Dec 15.

Recognizes and assists female theatre artists tranisitioning from one theatre discipline into theatre direction. Email nominations to: ginasprize@gmail.com. Deadline: Dec 15.

You bring the play, director and actors and we’ll provide the venue, the audience and the adjudicator. Only nine spots available. Deadline: Dec 15.

2014 GWEN PHARIS RINGWOOD AWARD - ALBERTA LITERARY AWARDS - Alberta

Call for nominations for the 2014 Gwen Pharis Ringwood Award for Drama. Information and submission guidelines at www.writersguild.ab.ca. Deadline: Dec 31.

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Other

KaRaR Studios is looking to buy or rent vines or foliage from an Alberta theatre company. Contact Natalie Dyck at kararstudios@gmail.com or 780-405-4109.

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Donors, New & Renewing Members

Donations and members listed below were processed during October 2013.

Anna Davidson, The City of Edmonton Archives for your donation to the Library, and Theatre Alberta Library Patrons from the office donation jar!

NEW MEMBERS

Individuals
Kelly Robinson, Leah Cherniak, Robert O’Hara, Bruce Petherick, Patricia Cerda, Philip Zyp, David Fettes, Selina Galm, Zvonimir Rac, Tamara Yakoweshen, Dallas Friesen

Groups
River Valley Players, Camrose Performing Arts Centre

RENEWING MEMBERS

Individuals

Sharon Pollock, Christopher Craddock, Patrick Beagan, Linda Cornell, Jan Streader, Theo Thirsk, Stephen Ekstrom, April Killins, Alastair Elliot, Russell Thomas, Lianna Makuch, Jeffory Magson, Taryn Craig, Mary Elizabeth Archer, Curtis den Otter, Ainsley Hillyard, Jason Chinn, G Will, Laura Gillespie, Jennifer Galm, Jenny Daigle, Harley Morison, Derek Stevenson, Sherryl Melnyk, Jesse Anderson

Groups

Theatre 75, Gas & Light Productions, The Friends of the Majestic Theatre, I. V. Macklin School, Millwoods Christian School, Heritage Park, Haven Theatre, Curtain Call Community Theatre, Bashaw Community Theatre, Accidental Humour Co., Kompany Family Theatre, Pine Tree Players, Fire Exit Theatre, Rural Notes Music Services, Theatre of the New Heart Society, Azimuth Theatre Association, Keyano Theatre and Arts Centre, University of Calgary, Central Alberta Theatre Society, Catalyst Theatre (C103), Grande Prairie Live Theatre, Esplanade Arts & Heritage Centre

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