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RICHARD III in Bouffon, at Mainline Theatre, Feb 20 - 23, 2008

Author: Christina - Published 2008-02-20 16:30 - (2182 Reads)
A Company of Fools
Who dares clown around in the company of such foolish freaks?

RICHARD III in BOUFFON

for 4 NIGHTS ONLY at MainLine THEATRE

A Company of Fools presents RICHARD III in Bouffon with MainLine Theatre February 20 – 23 at 8pm, at MainLine Theatre, 3997 St-Laurent Blvd. Shakespeare's Richard III as performed by Ottawa's A Company of Fools is so audacious and salacious that it will leave you gasping at its originality and offensiveness... mayhem... finely spoken Shakespeare... a lot of humour... the edgiest theatre in Ottawa." ~ Catherine Lawson, Ottawa Citizen.

Tickets are $17 or $12 with your FourPlay Card.
See http://www.mainlinetheatre.ca for details, available from the MainLine Theatre Box Office. Visit http://www.fools.ca

A midwinter’s hallucinogenic dream: farce, folly and the full moon


Perhaps it had something to do with the perfectly full moon, which was eclipsed to blood red by February 20th at ten of the clock. That might partly account for the hallucinogenic Shakespearean capers on the Mainline stage. If the old Bard wasn’t turning in his grave, he might have died a second time from laughing—or groaning. Is nothing sacred in the Kingdom of ART?

SOUNDS OF COLOUR 2008, SAT FEB. 23 AND SUN. FEB 24

Author: Christina - Published 2008-02-18 22:07 - (2005 Reads)
MONTREAL SCHOOL OF PERFORMING ARTS and EXPRESS O THEATRE
Proudly Present

SOUNDS OF COLOR 2008

Celebrating Black History Compiled and Directed by Josa Maule
SOUNDS OF COLOUR? A LESSON IN HISTORY LIKE NO OTHER
An evening of poetry, songs, scenes, and dance, all in celebration of Black Achievements in History.
DATES: Saturday, February 23rd and Sunday, February 24th
TIMES: 8:00 PM
LOCATION: Montreal School of Performing Arts Theatre 3975 Notre Dame Ouest
ADMISSION: $8.00 (includes coffee and cake)
Tickets can be purchased at the door, or reservations can be placed by calling (514) 483-5526, ext.3. As our intimate theatre only accommodates a small crowd, limited seating is available.

For further information:
Contact: Josa Maule Tel: (514) 483-5526
E-mail: info at msopa.com
http://www.msopa.com

TABLEAU D’HÔTE THEATRE presents The Elusive, at Geordie, Feb 14 - 24, 2008

Author: Christina - Published 2008-02-17 06:46 - (230995 Reads)
MIKE CZUBA’S

THE ELUSIVE

Directed by Murray Napier
A TREATISE ON CONTEMPORARY LOVE
MAKES ITS WORLD/MONTRÉAL DEBUT AT GEORDIE THEATRE
Produced by TABLEAU D’HÔTE THEATRE
Ticket Prices:
Opening – February 14, 20:00 (8.00PM)
Closing - February 24, 14:00 (2.00PM)
General Admission :$15
Student / Senior : $13
Dates and Times:
Evenings : February 14, 15, 16, 17, 20, 21, 22, 23
Matinees: February 16, 17, 23, 24
Venue:Geordie Theatre, 4001 Blvd. Berri.
To Purchase Tickets
By Phone: 514.848.9696
Online: tickets@tableaudhotetheatre.com
http://www.tableaudhotetheatre.com
Photo: Dan (Adam LeBlanc) and Jazmyn (Kim Doucet)
Cindy Lopez is the photographer.

A Valentine Affair
Just in time for Valentine’s day, the intimate Geordie Theatre space in the heart of the Plateau offers up a funky stage setting created by Jennifer Sheshko. The action is enlivened by Tristan Capacchione’s dynamic sound design and the masterly shifting light effects of Chris O’Neill. Tableau d’Hôte’s most recent theatrical presentation, ‘The Elusive,’ begins with these stage-lights trained on a hermetic foursome of would-be lovers, poised to embark on a typically modern-day courtship ritual and battle dance...


Peacemaker, by Geordie Productions, at D.B. Clarke Theatre, Feb 15 – 24, 2008

Author: Christina - Published 2008-02-16 04:18 - (3315 Reads)

Peacemaker by David Holman, directed by Alain Goulem

Geordie Productions brings in the clowns with David Holman’s Peacemaker
Geordie Productions is proud to present Peacemaker, a whimsical and fun-filled play by David Holman, onstage as part of Geordie’s Montreal Mainstage Series at the D.B. Clarke Theatre from February 15-24, 2008.

BOX OFFICE and INFORMATION: (514) 845-9810 or http://www.geordie.ca

Concordia’s comfortable and spacious D.B. Clarke Theatre, just steps from the Guy Metro, is the scene of this razzle-dazzle delight by playwright, David Holman. It's a blend of puppetry, pantomime and Commedia Dell’arte: the hilarious, yet serious tale of divisions between people, tribes, nations—between ‘us’ and ‘them...’



Half-Life, playing at Centaur Theatre, January 29 to February 24, 2008

Author: Christina - Published 2008-02-02 21:57 - (2608 Reads)
WINNER
2005 Governor General’s Award for Drama
The Elinore & Lou Siminovitch Prize in Theatre
The Dora Mavor Moore Award for Outstanding New Play

A Necessary Angel production
By John Mighton
Starring
Richard Clarkin
Laura de Carteret
Barbara Gordon
Carolyn Hetherington
Maggie Huculak
Robert Persichini
Eric Peterson

Directed by Daniel Brooks
Set and Costume design by Dany Lyne
Lighting Design by Andrea Lundy
Sound and Music by Richard Feren


Last week, I spent an hour or so at a local retirement home. Not something I often do, but for the novelty—this was a magically conjured ‘home for the aged,’ briefly claiming centre stage at Centaur Theatre. Some challenge! you may be thinking. I agree. Playwright, John Mighton has trained his dramatic focus on a mostly neglected theatrical theme: that twilit stage of life we are all rapidly or gradually approaching, nothing we might normally care to dwell on, I have to say...



Watch video clip at
http://centaurtheatre.com
Ticket Office:
http://centaurtheatre.com/tickets.html


Hedda Gabler at Mainline Theatre, January 29 to February 16, 2008

Author: Christina - Published 2008-02-02 02:12 - (3881 Reads)
This January 29-February 16, the producers that brought you
Johnny Canuck & the Last Burlesque and Vampire Lesbians of Sodom
serve up a very special cocktail:
2 parts Henrik Ibsen classic, 1 part Judith Thompson adaptation,
with a twist of MainLine.

Hedda Gabler

By Henrik Ibsen, Adapted by Judith Thompson
Directed by Jeremy Hechtman
Starring Patricia Summersett, Neil Napier,
Patrick Goddard, Dan Jeannotte, Catherine Bérubé,
Jane Gilchrist and Carolyn-Fe Trinidad
January 29-February 16
Wed-Sat 8pm, Sun 3pm
MainLine Theatre, 3997 St-Laurent
Tickets: $17 or $12 with FourPlay Card
514.849.1340 http://www.mainlinetheatre.ca
A MainLine Theatre Production


Does the name ‘Hedda Gabler’ conjure up foggy recollections of rampant heroines, stylized fire-arms, sloppy college crib-notes on mystery and murder? This month, Montreal’s Mainline Theatre offers a modernist look at the classic Ibsen drama, fast-forwarded to 1950s suburbia...

Introducing, JUST ONE MORE BOOK

Author: Christina - Published 2008-01-27 11:54 - (1974 Reads)
Given your interest in literature and publishing, you may be happy to learn of our "wildly successful"** made-in-Canada Children's Book Podcast, Just One More Book ! — a podcast about the children's books we love and why we love them, recorded in our favourite coffee shop. Through this podcast and website, we are building a lively, interactive community linking children's book authors, illustrators, readers (parents, children, librarians, teachers and literacy activists) and publishers...

http://www.justonemorebook.com

'Empreintes d'artistes' de Verdun, at Galerie 'Inter Pallas' until March 7, 2008

Author: Christina - Published 2008-01-22 11:53 - (10495 Reads)
Mes chères amies et mes cher amis!
Un petit mot pour vous saluer et pour vous inviter à ma prochaine exposition collective avec mon groupe 'Empreintes d'artistes' de Verdun.....à la Galerie 'Inter Pallas' de l'agence de Voyage roumaine au 3550, Chemin Côte des Neiges tout près du Métro Guy Concordia ce samedi 19 janvier du 15h00 à 17h00. L'exposition se poursuivra jusqu'au 7 mars...Si vous ne pouvez pas participer, cette fois-ci...... soyez 'alertes' puisqu'il y aura beaucoup d'activités artistiques organisées par mon groupe 'Empreintes d'Artistes' et par le groupe d'artistes au Centre Wellington de Verdun également...LUZ GARCIA.

Passez une belle journée et au plaisir de vour voir bientôt....

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Announcing Carousel Magazine, University of Guelph

Author: Christina - Published 2008-01-22 11:48 - (2132 Reads)
Our small staff of dedicated volunteers have triumphantly weathered a number of difficulties and delays in recent months, and have now put together what we hope you will agree is our best issue yet!
The new issue has finally gone to press, and will be in stores - and subscriber mailboxes - in March!
CAROUSEL #22 features our first full-colour cover, includes a free postcard multiple, and is filled with many, many pages of amazing poetry, comics, fiction and art.


For a preview of the T.O.C., go here:
http://www.carouselmagazine.ca/upcoming.html
CAROUSEL: UC 274 / University of Guelph, Guelph, ON N1G 2W1 Canada



Welcome to 2008 at ASM

Author: Christina - Published 2008-01-22 11:31 - (2057 Reads)
We hope to see you soon. Don't miss out on the fun com

Student 48-hour Film Festival

Yes, you can make a movie in 48 hours! Starts Friday February 1 at 5:30 pm. Ends in a black-tie event including screening and awards on Sunday, February 3 Cost $140 plus taxes (paid in advance as space is limited). Pretty much the best time you'll ever have making a movie!

Call 514-868-9111 to register.

Invitation to audition for a short film

Author: Christina - Published 2008-01-14 23:40 - (2136 Reads)

Les Productions Contrevents is holding auditions for a short thriller called "The Intruder" that will shoot in late February.



WHERE: e-mail for location. Candidates will be auditioned in the order they arrive. You will either receive a copy of the script to audition with, or a scene from a similarly-themed script.

WHEN: Saturday January 26th, from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm.


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HOW TO BE A CLIMATE HERO, by Audrey Schulman

Author: Christina - Published 2008-01-11 19:58 - (2080 Reads)

HOW TO BE A CLIMATE HERO

by Audrey Schulman

One afternoon last summer, I was on a commuter train when I heard someone yelling behind me. I didn’t pay attention because I was breaking up a fight between my kids. I figured the noise was from some college students having fun. The third time the person yelled, I turned around.

It was a boy, about six years old. He was standing on his seat, screaming, “My mom’s having a seizure.” The only part of his mom I could see were her legs sticking out into the aisle, convulsing.

And arrayed around the train car, staring, were 40 other people, mouths open. Not one of them doing a thing...




Welcome to MarinoSounds.com

Author: Christina - Published 2008-01-02 23:07 - (2043 Reads)

Welcome to MarinoSounds.com

http://marinosounds.com

Marino Sounds is a project studio well known for its great sounds, brilliant melodic ideas, professional work and reasonable rates.


Ehab Lotayef: Guest on Arabic Radio Show TONIGHT - December 23, 2007

Author: Christina - Published 2007-12-23 12:30 - (2195 Reads)
Hello / Salaam;

I will be a guest live tonight (Sunday) - God willing - on the local Arabic language Middle East Radio to talk about Ahmed Foad Negm and my own poetry and experiences. The program "A trip with (or on the back of) the word" is an hour long: 8:00 to 9:00 pm.
http://www.1450am.ca/php/fr/emissions.php#Rehle_ala_matn_el_kelme

Or in Montreal on that station directly @ 1450AM. I hope u get a chance to listen. Ehab Lotayef

Theatre Review: A Xmas Carol, November 30 to December 16, 2007, MSOPA

Author: Christina - Published 2007-12-05 12:09 - (24468 Reads)
Presented by MSOPA Express O Theatre
Adapted and directed by Dale Hayes. Produced by Josa Maule.
November 30-December 16, 2007.

Charles Dickens revisited


It’s a curious thing to witness a fresh ‘take’ on, not an old but a revered theme, when a beloved classic—nostalgic Victoriana, no less—has already been immortalized on the silver screen, plus any number of contemporary ‘re-makes’ treading the same hallowed ground.

This time, the stage-setting at MSOPA is a darkened space with antique décor: the armchair, the candle-lights and drapery, the gold lettered shop-front of Marley and Scrooge. Fanciful props, costumes and disguisements are impressively crafted, with the occasional whimsical burlesque...


TIME:
Friday & Saturday evening shows at 8pm
Saturday & Sunday, matinee shows at 2pm
LOCATION:
Montreal School of Performing Arts Theatre, 3975 Notre Dame Ouest. Nearest metro: St. Henri
ADMISSION:
$12 General Admission, $10 Students/Seniors, $8 Children 10years and under; *Group rate available for 15+ Reservations can be placed by calling (514) 483-5526. Tickets will also be available at the door. The theatre is intimate, and seating is limited, so reservations are recommended

For further information, please contact Josa Maule at: (514) 483-5526 or e-mail us at: info at msopa.com; http://www.msopa.com

Urban Tales at the Centaur Theatre, December 6, 7, 8, 13, 14, 15, 2007

Author: Christina - Published 2007-12-04 10:19 - (2228 Reads)

Welcome to another FIRST for Centaur!

This season for the first time, Centaur will team up with Montreal’s Théâtre de la Manufacture to present the renowned Urban Tales holiday programming. Since Théâtre Urbi et Orbi’s inception of “Contes Urbaines” 13 years ago, a holiday ritual was born on the Quebec theatre scene. Each edition of the event brings together seven renowned Montreal artists under the umbrella of a yearly theme set in Montreal. A writer, an actor and a good story are the elements of this unique event. The contemporary holiday stories will be woven together by a live musician. Michel Tremblay, and 6 other notable writers will create our very first URBAN TALES stories. Get set for a very enjoyable and unique evening of holiday entertainment!

Read the full story at: http://centaurtheatre.com/urban_tales.html


Dec. 13, 2007. An Evening with Jack Locke: "So, What about that Green Party?!"

Author: Christina - Published 2007-12-01 15:01 - (2163 Reads)
An Evening with Jack Locke:

"So, What about that Green Party?!"

Crawford Room at Westmount Park Church
4695 de Maisonneuve Boulevard, west (at Lansdowne)
Thursday, December 13, 2007 at 7:30 pm

Jack Locke is currently seeking the nomination to become the candidate for the Green Party of Canada in the Westmount Ville-Marie electoral district. Jack, 50, is a freelance writer, a baker, and a poet. His writing has appeared in national and regional publications, including The Gazette and the Canadian Medical Association Journal...

Jack lives in the Westmount Ville-Marie electoral district. He can be reached at
jjlocke1957 at gmail.com

An Enemy of the People, at Saidye Bronfman Centre, playing till December 9, 2007

Author: Christina - Published 2007-11-30 18:30 - (5778 Reads)

An Enemy of the People

By Henrik Ibsen
Adapted by Arthur Miller
Directed by Miles Potter
November 18 - December 9, 2007
Performances:
Monday - Thursday, 8:00 pm
Saturday 8:30 pm
Sunday 7:00 pm
Matinées:
Wednesdays 1:00 pm
Sundays 2:00 pm
Box Office:
(514) 739-7944
http://www.segalcentre.org
Admission
(514) 790-1245
http://www.admission.com
Segal Centre for Performing Arts at the Saidye
5170 cote St. Catherine Rd.
Top: Ric Reid (Dr. Stockmann) Mike Hughes (Billing) Tyrone Benskin (Aslaksen) Marcel Jeannin (Hovstad) Bottom: William Vickers (Mayor Stockmann) Ric Reid (Dr. Stockmann) Photographer, Randy Cole

Back to the Future with Ibsen: Environmental Prophet


The stage-setting for Ibsen’s play is classic austerity, monotone elegance, the ‘epic’ gravitas of impending doom. This is hardly a bland 'feel good' piece of theatre, but instead a profound, demanding, thoughtful and curative tonic, a grand dose of ‘back to the future’ flavoured with ‘shock& awe’...



Book Launch, Peter Schwarz introduces: Staying Young for Life, Nov. 17, 2007

Author: Christina - Published 2007-11-13 13:18 - (1911 Reads)
As most of my friends know, my book, called Staying Young for Life, has finally been published. It is now available at amazon.com.

On Saturday, the 17th November, between 2 and 4 PM there will be a Book Launch at the Diamond Bookstore at 5035 Sherbrooke West, Westnount. It's a few doors west of Clairmont Ave. Bus 24 and 124.
Hope to see you there, Peter

www.stayingyoungforlife.com

Read the full article at the Suburban:

http://www.thesuburban.com/content.jsp?sid=39512042145122607756919910295&ctid=1000073&cnid=1012379
Photo credits: Martin Chamberland.

Concerto Della Donna CHORAL CONCERT, Wednesday,Nov 21, Friday, Nov. 23, 2007

Author: l_beauch - Published 2007-11-13 02:50 - (2599 Reads)
Taking its name from a female vocal ensemble of the Italian renaissance, Concerto Della Donna is an award-winning young women's chamber choir. Based in Montreal under the direction of Iwan Edwards, the choir has been captivating audiences on stages both at home and abroad for the past six years.

"Give Thanks for Music"

Wednesday, November 21, 2007 at 7:30 pm
Summerlea United Church, 225-50th Avenue, Lachine

AND

Friday, November 23, 2007 at 8:00 pm
Christ Church Cathedral, 1444 Union Avenue, Montreal

Tickets: $20 adults, $10 students/seniors
Tickets can be purchased at the door or by contacting me at:

Email: dinacindric at gmail.com or (514) 523-4778
Please visit http://www.concertodelladonna.ca for more information


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