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SUMMARY:The Mosquitos – New Absurdist Theatre
DESCRIPTION:Material Theatre Presents:\n\nTHE MOSQUITOS\n“Things are changing rather quickly.  We no longer share a reality”.\nA group of old friends get together for a dinner party\, while rumours of an unimaginable change swirl around them. How will they face total transformation? \nAn absurd comedy of manners with an existential heart\, The Mosquitos is original new theatre written and directed by Slocan Valley playwright Marya Folinsbee.  With equal parts humour and pathos\, The Mosquitos reconsiders our place in the ecosystem\, asking; \nHow do we create a coherent life together when we understand the world so differently? \nA meditation on politics\, relationships\, (mis)information and the role of art in making meaning\, The Mosquitos is inspired by absurdist classics like Eugene Ionesco’s Rhinoceros and Samuel Beckett’s Happy Days (and\, by life in these times). \nThis world premiere features a talented ensemble of local performers and artistic team: \nWritten and Directed by Marya Folinsbee \nFeaturing Performances by: \nEmily Ryan \nKozmo Sammartino \nRoger Carter \nPatricia McLaughlin \nKarmelle Spence-Sing \nLindsay Clague \nJames Shaw \nAaron Pickett \nMike Funergy \nSound Designer Jeremy Sauer \nProjection Designer Brian Lye \nMask & Puppet Designer Elaine Weryshko \nStage Manager Martina Avis \nTechnical Director Terry Brennan \nProduction Designer Marya Folinsbee \nCreation support from The Columbia Kootenay Cultural Alliance. \nProduction support from The BC Arts Council. \nWe acknowledge the support of the Canada Council for the Arts. \n\nwww.materialtheatre.ca
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/the-mosquitos-new-absurdist-theatre-2/
LOCATION:The Capitol Theatre\, 421 Victoria Street\, Nelson\, British Columbia\, V1L 5R2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Calendar,Comedy,Exhibition/Speakers,LGBTQIA2S+,Live Performance
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SUMMARY:The Mosquitos – New Absurdist Theatre
DESCRIPTION:Material Theatre Presents:\n\nTHE MOSQUITOS\n“Things are changing rather quickly.  We no longer share a reality”.\nA group of old friends get together for a dinner party\, while rumours of an unimaginable change swirl around them. How will they face total transformation? \nAn absurd comedy of manners with an existential heart\, The Mosquitos is original new theatre written and directed by Slocan Valley playwright Marya Folinsbee.  With equal parts humour and pathos\, The Mosquitos reconsiders our place in the ecosystem\, asking; \nHow do we create a coherent life together when we understand the world so differently? \nA meditation on politics\, relationships\, (mis)information and the role of art in making meaning\, The Mosquitos is inspired by absurdist classics like Eugene Ionesco’s Rhinoceros and Samuel Beckett’s Happy Days (and\, by life in these times). \nThis world premiere features a talented ensemble of local performers and artistic team: \nWritten and Directed by Marya Folinsbee \nFeaturing Performances by: \nEmily Ryan \nKozmo Sammartino \nRoger Carter \nPatricia McLaughlin \nKarmelle Spence-Sing \nLindsay Clague \nJames Shaw \nAaron Pickett \nMike Funergy \nSound Designer Jeremy Sauer \nProjection Designer Brian Lye \nMask & Puppet Designer Elaine Weryshko \nStage Manager Martina Avis \nTechnical Director Terry Brennan \nProduction Designer Marya Folinsbee \nCreation support from The Columbia Kootenay Cultural Alliance. \nProduction support from The BC Arts Council. \nWe acknowledge the support of the Canada Council for the Arts. \n\nwww.materialtheatre.ca
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/the-mosquitos-new-absurdist-theatre/
LOCATION:The Capitol Theatre\, 421 Victoria Street\, Nelson\, British Columbia\, V1L 5R2\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="Material Theatre":MAILTO:marya.bee@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Kootenay Burlesque Festival
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to be dazzled\, delighted\, and downright enchanted as the 6th Annual Kootenay Burlesque Festival returns to Nelson on June 27 and 28 at the iconic Capitol Theatre. Presented by local producer and performer Vesper Valentine\, this premier weekend event offers two distinct showcase nights celebrating the sensuality\, artistry\, and spectacle of burlesque and variety performance. \nFriday\, June 27 – The Dirty & Nerdy Show\nStep into a seductive realm where intellect meets irresistible allure. This cheeky\, geeky night features acts that blend pop culture\, fantasy\, and risqué brilliance in a celebration of all things naughty and nerdy. \nSaturday\, June 28 – The Sparkle & Sass Soirée\nAn opulent evening of glitz\, glam\, and grandeur\, this showcase brings together burlesque royalty and world-class variety performers. Expect feathers\, rhinestones\, sass\, and spectacle \n\nWith Headliners:Qween Qwan – the #1 most influential burlesque performer in the world and winner of Most Dazzling from the Burlesque Hall of FameEros Sea  from New OreleansRaphael De La Getto from Colorado\nDaft Hunk from Nelson\, BC\n\nFeature Performers:Maverick from VancouverPoseidon Davenport from New Orleans \n\n\nSpecial Invited GuestLady Sapphire Noir \n\n\nMore than 40 additional performers from across North America will round out the festival with a mix of burlesque\, aerials\, circus\, drag\, and vaudeville variety across two themed nights. The weekend also features educational workshops led by professional touring artists. Open to all levels\, workshops will be held on Saturday\, June 28 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Intuit Movement Studio. \nTickets and Pricing\nAdvance tickets are $33 per night\, or $38 at the door.\nAttend both nights for only $25 per show with a weekend pass.\nTickets are available online or in person at the Capitol Theatre.For full festival details and workshop registration\, visit: www.kootenayburlesquefestival.com
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/kootenay-burlesque-festival-5/
LOCATION:The Capitol Theatre\, 421 Victoria Street\, Nelson\, British Columbia\, V1L 5R2\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="Vesper Valentine":MAILTO:vespervalentinexo@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Kootenay Burlesque Festival
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to be dazzled\, delighted\, and downright enchanted as the 6th Annual Kootenay Burlesque Festival returns to Nelson on June 27 and 28 at the iconic Capitol Theatre. Presented by local producer and performer Vesper Valentine\, this premier weekend event offers two distinct showcase nights celebrating the sensuality\, artistry\, and spectacle of burlesque and variety performance. \nFriday\, June 27 – The Dirty & Nerdy Show\nStep into a seductive realm where intellect meets irresistible allure. This cheeky\, geeky night features acts that blend pop culture\, fantasy\, and risqué brilliance in a celebration of all things naughty and nerdy. \nSaturday\, June 28 – The Sparkle & Sass Soirée\nAn opulent evening of glitz\, glam\, and grandeur\, this showcase brings together burlesque royalty and world-class variety performers. Expect feathers\, rhinestones\, sass\, and spectacle \n\nWith Headliners:Qween Qwan – the #1 most influential burlesque performer in the world and winner of Most Dazzling from the Burlesque Hall of FameEros Sea  from New OreleansRaphael De La Getto from Colorado\nDaft Hunk from Nelson\, BC\n\nFeature Performers:Maverick from VancouverPoseidon Davenport from New Orleans \n\n\nSpecial Invited GuestLady Sapphire Noir \n\n\nMore than 40 additional performers from across North America will round out the festival with a mix of burlesque\, aerials\, circus\, drag\, and vaudeville variety across two themed nights. The weekend also features educational workshops led by professional touring artists. Open to all levels\, workshops will be held on Saturday\, June 28 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Intuit Movement Studio. \nTickets and Pricing\nAdvance tickets are $33 per night\, or $38 at the door.\nAttend both nights for only $25 per show with a weekend pass.\nTickets are available online or in person at the Capitol Theatre.For full festival details and workshop registration\, visit: www.kootenayburlesquefestival.com
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/kootenay-burlesque-festival-4/
LOCATION:The Capitol Theatre\, 421 Victoria Street\, Nelson\, British Columbia\, V1L 5R2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Live Performance,Workshops
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