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The Second Act!
At an Extraordinary General Meeting on Thursday, January 14, members of the Shuswap Theatre Society voted in approval of the next stage of acquiring a new building, fondly coined ‘the Second Act’.
Members of the Building Committee, led by Jake Jacobson, have been hard at work for almost a year, researching and developing several concepts for a new building that would not only benefit live theatre but other performing arts including dance, symphony, martial arts, concerts and more. The theatre Board recommended to the membership a large scale vision that includes a building 18- 20,000 sq. Ft in size, seating capacity of up to 600, in increments of 200, the latest in green technology construction, sprung stage floor, orchestra pit, full size rehearsal stage, rental space for performing arts groups, as well as long term lease space. The new facility will be designed to have a 50 year life and act as a permanent home for Shuswap Theatre.
The vote for the ‘Second Act’ empowers the Building Committee to spend up to $25,000 for the conceptual drawings needed to commence fund raising for the new building.
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IMPROV WORKSHOP
The workshop with Ryan Clayton has been rescheduled for Friday, February 19, 7 - 9PM and Saturday, February 20, 1 - 5PM. The cost for both days is only $20. Whoever would have thought you could have so much fun while learning at such an affordable price! The workshop will be followed by a performance on Saturday evening, starting at 7:30PM which will be open to the public. Admission is by donation, for ages 19 and up and includes a no-host bar. Participation in the workshop does not obligate you to perform at the Saturday Evening Improv. For more information or to register for the workshop, call Julia at 250-833-1496 or email julia@shuswaptheatre.com.
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Youth Theatre Group presents
SILVERWING
Based on the novel series by Kenneth Oppel, the play covers the events of the first and most popular book. The main characters are bats and their opponents are owls, vampire bats and pigeons. The play deals with the theme of questioning what you are taught, seeking religious beliefs and choosing values that are beneficial to all concerned.
The lead, Shade, is played by Koryn de Vries, a very talented youngster who has written and directed her own play at Ranchero Elementary. James Bowlby leads the Youth Theatre Group with support from Karen Abel and Sherry Bowlby. Silverwing was originally produced by Manitoba Theatre for Young People. Music has been provided by the composer Dennis Gougeon and played by the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra.
Performances are March 25-27 at 7 PM. Prices are $10 for adults and $5 for students and tickets are available at the door.
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Ozone Newsletter
The February 1 Ozone Newsletter can be found here.
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