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Auditions for From Cradle to Stage - Complete

We had a fabulous turn-out for From Cradle to Stage Auditions. 60-70 people turned out and this was delightful! We saw some wonderful newcomers and some excellent returning auditioners and each of the three directors (Anne Marie Szucs, Taylor Chadwick, and myself) got plenty of people to choose from. If anything, we had more than we needed. It is sad to have to say 'no' to so many great people. Now, we have the wait on results. We are staggering our contact calls, so first one director will call and confirm with their cast and then the next, and so on, and so on. Luckily, all of us wanted different people as our casting requirements were quite varied so all of us are quite happy and none of us had to compromise on our first choices! Stay tuned for casting announcements!

OPENING NIGHTS! How I love them!

Tonight is another Opening Night. I love them. I love the anticipation. I love the excitement. I love the fear induced butterflies in my stomach. When we held auditions way back in October, it was in anticipation of this night. Beautiful Thing opens at Walterdale Theatre tonight. I hope to see you there!

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Director's Preview/Student Night Tonight

If you have an invite from the Director of Beautiful Thing or are a student with a valid student I.D. you can come see the show tonight at Walterdale for FREE. It is technically a rehearsal (preview), but if you like theatre but can't always afford it this is an option for you. Seating is limited.

The show officially opens Wednesday, Feb 10th. Thursday, Feb 11th is our 2 for 1 night. Even without these special deals, I would just like to point out that we are one of the most affordable theatre options out there. This is also our 6-pack show so they tend to sell really well so if you want to see the show you might want to get your tickets early rather than later.

Our First Preview Article for Beautiful Thing

http://www.gaycalgary.com/Magazine.aspx?id=76

It's a Tough Job...

I *think* I know what the season will be. At least, I *think* I know what I will present to the Board next week for their reading pleasure. I had to make some changes from what was submitted to balance the season, because I believe you have to look at the season as a whole, not just the individual shows. If every show is dark it may influence how people react to the theatre. I think there has to be something for everyone. And with Walterdale that *everyone* includes the membership as well as the audience. I have to talk to a few people about some things and since one of my choices is a translation, I have to decide if I have found the right translation (I may have to present the translation I have with the caveat that I am looking for a different one - it is proving challenging to find exactly what I want - I thought I was ordering what I wanted...). Anyhow, for those who want to know time lines:

a. Present the season to the Board with copies for them to read - Sunday, Feb 7th, 2010
b. Meet with Board to discuss and approve the season as presented OR go with back-up choices (yes, I have to have back-ups) - First week of March, 2010 - exact date TBA
c. Secure rights and announce season informally - end of March, 2010 - it usually takes 1-3 weeks to secure rights.
d. Launch the new season - Probably in April, but might be in May depending on print media.

So, stay tuned!

Work in Progress...

I had the opportunity/good luck to watch a rehearsal of Beautiful Thing last night. It's looking great! It was the first night where the techs and the actors were working with the set and for a first time, things went pretty smoothly. It bodes well for Q2Q that they are this ahead of the game. The set is quite amazing and I cannot wait to see it when it is complete. This 'simple' little show requires more running crew than actors. I can't believe they are in the shape they are will still a week and a half to go before an audience - awesome!