The Spinsters
Presented by Edmonton Fringe Theatre
- Small Matters Productions
- Written & performed by Christine Lesiak & Tara Travis
- Directed by Jan Selman
- Puppetry direction by Jeny Cassady
- Dramaturged by Suzie Martin
- Movement and choreography by Ainsley Hillyard
- Production management, technical direction, and stage management by Kat Evans
- Costume design by Adam Dickson with Ian Walker
- Set and prop design by Ian Walker with Adam Dickson
- Mechanical design and effects by Ian Walker
- Puppet design & build by Dusty Hagerüd & Steven Snider
- Original composition and sound design by Michael Caron
- Additional music by Lindsay Walker
- Lighting design by Nico Weismiller
- Additional costume sewing by Martha Pandelo Salgado, Valentine Valor, Chanelle Picazo, Kevin Kreisz, & Renda Rico
- Production assistance by Carson Gervais
- Graphic illustration Kurt Firla
- Creation workshop directors Suzie Martin & Jeny Cassady
- Dramaturgy and mentorship support from David van Belle, though the Alberta Playwrights Network and RBC Playwrights Mentorship Program.
- Character development support from Deanna Fleysher & Jan Henderson
- Early movement consultation with Jake Hastey
Theatre For Young Audiences
Cinderella’s Ugly Stepsisters. This time, it’s their ball.
The Ugly Stepsisters cordially invite you back to the Palace, just like the good old days. Doesn’t everyone love a ball? The pageantry, the elegance, the romance… but their ball, their rules, and the world’s most infamous step-siblings are ready to dish the dirt. What scandals hide within the glittering facade? What was Cinderella really like? Are the stepsisters really vapid? Vindictive?… Victims?
The Spinsters is a seductive feast featuring mesmerizing movement, magical dresses, and stunning shadow puppetry. It’s a deliciously disruptive dark comedy for adults brought to life by some of the most innovative designers and creators from across Western Canada.
Runtime: Approximately 75 minutes.
Recommended for ages 14+.
PLEASE NOTE: The Spinsters contains many mature themes. Read content descriptions HERE.
Language: English
Genres:
- Comedy
- Dramedy
- Puppetry
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