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Learning and talking about performing arts in Alberta.

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    Season Two, Episode Eight - Zachary Dean Friesen

    After a smash hit opening weekend, Bottle Rocket Theatre is proving to be the new popular choice for improv and comedy in Calgary! I got to talk to founder and performer Zachary Dean Friesen about starting the company, why it is important to pay performers, marketing, and his top improv tips. Zachary's been in the game for many years and performed across the country, so his wisdom is invaluable, and I hope you enjoy! Bottle Rocket Theatre can be found at: Bottle Rocket Theatre Website or Bottle Rocket Theatre Instagram Zachary's Restaurant Recommendation is: Queen's Breakfast Cocktails Other Shows mentioned in this episode: The Wizard of Oz - The Citadel - March 7 - April 12 A Man & A Woman - Globe Cinema - Calgary Cinematheque - February 19 Anne of Green Gables the Musical - Nuova Vocal Arts - February 26 - March 4 I Meant What I Said – Teatro Live! - February 20 - March 8 Skirts A Fire Festival - March 5-15 Free Mobile Device Filmmaking Workshop - Edmonton Short Film Festival - March 14 at Concordia University Casey and Diana - Alberta Theatre Projects - February 24 - March 15

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    Season Two, Episode Seven - Girl Brain

    Sixteen sleeps until Christmas, but only two more sleeps until the premiere of Girl Brain, Actually! I got to talk to Alberta's incredible sketch trio Girl Brain (Alyson Dicey, Ellie Heath and Caley Suliak) about their origin story, their writing process, some amazing advice they've received and of course their restaurant picks. Head down to The Roxy from December 11-21st to check out this new festive show directed by Bradley Moss and starring, of course, the hilarious Girl Brain! For more information on Girl Brain, check out their website: Girl Brain Sketch Comedy or follow them on: Youtube Instagram Girl Brain, Actually Created by Ellie Heath, Alyson Dicey & Caley Suliak Directed by Bradley Moss Stage Managed by Candice Stollery Design by Tessa Stamp & Dayna Lea Hoffmann Featuring Special Guests Tiff Hall & Letabby Lexington Girl Brain Restaurant Recommendations: Bodega Bar Bricco Una Pizza Rosso Pizzeria Cafe Amore On the Rocks Other Shows mentioned in this episode: Chase Padgett - A 6 String Christmas - Fringe Theatre Nuova Vocal Arts - Miracle on 34th Street Grindstone Theatre - Die Harsh Metro Cinema - Die Hard Calgary Cinematheque - Elf & Being There + Christmas Market Kinkonauts - Actually, I Love You

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    Season Two, Episode Six - Kat Evans

    Kat Evans is a Swiss Army Knife in the Edmonton theatre and film world. But don't let her stacked resume intimidate you, she is as kind-hearted and open as they come; proof that you don't need to be ruthless and uncaring to make it in show-biz. I got to talk to her about her history in the industry, what trends she sees currently for audiences and creators alike, and of course her favourite restaurants! Make sure to check out all her upcoming work; there is alot to choose from! Kat's Instagram: @katlynnevans Common Ground Arts Society/Riser Festival Edmonton Fringe Festival Kat's Restaurant Recommendations: The Bothy Pip Next Act Other Shows Mentioned in this Episode: Oscar Bait - Mean Streets Improv - ⁠November 28 Alberta Number One - Metro Cinema - November 29 Chicago: The Musical – Windmill Theatre Players – November 21-29 High River 2000 Candles - Fire Exit Theatre - December 3-7 Present Laughter – Walterdale Theatre – December 3-13 The Gertrude Project – Script Salon and Freewill Shakspeare Festival – December 7 Sketchup presents Sketchmas! – Grindstone Theatre – December 7 The Blank Who Stole Christmas - Rapid Fire Theatre - November 27 - December 21

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    Season Two, Episode Five - Sam Bayne

    It's Sam Bayne! Not only is he a hilarious stand-up comedian and improviser, he also has a fantastic podcast called "Confused as Usual" (listen at your own risk, if you do so at work you may disturb coworkers with your laughter!) Ok ok, cheesy intro aside, Sam is an extremely smart person who knows a ton about the history and technicalities of comedy, and I learned so much from speaking with him. Check him out at Rapid Fire Theatre, Grindstone Theatre, The Comedy Strip, and more! Sam's Instagram Page Sam's TikTok Page Sam's Podcast - Confused as Usual Sam's Restaurant Recommendations: Next Act Meat Campio Brewing Other Shows Mentioned in this episode: Teatro Live! – The 39 Steps – Nov 14-30 Metro Cinema – The 39 Steps Hitchcock film – Nov 16 Vertigo Theatre – Peril in the Alps – Nov 15-Dec 14 Untold Stories Theatre –Charlie & the Chocolate Factory – Nov21-Dec 6 Paper Crown Theatre – The Castle Spectre –Nov 21-30 Storybook Theatre – Miracle on 34th Street– Nov 21-Dec 30 ATP & Forte Musical Theatre Guild – The Wizard of Oz – Nov 25-Jan 4 CUFF – 13th Doc Film Festival – Globe Cinema – Nov 19-23 Giraf Festival of Independent Animation - Nov 13-16 & Online Nov 17-23 How Patty & Joanne Won High Gold at the Grand Christmas Cup Winter Dance -Lunchbox Theatre – Nov 25-Dec 1 -Northern Light Theatre – Nov 28-Dec 13 Leduc Drama Society – Christmas in Rosewood – Nov 27-Dec 6 Central Alberta Theatre & Sylvan Lake Theatre – A Christmas Carol – Nov 21-Dec 14 Rosebud Theatre – Miracle on 34th Street – Nov 7-Dec 23 - Jacob Marley’s Christmas – Nov 28-Dec20

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    Season Two, Episode Four - calgarytheatrereview.com

    Have you ever wondered what it would be like to read a review of a show that is unbiased (as it can be!), honest, informed and from someone who is not being paid, but paying to see the show? Well look no further than calgarytheatrereview.com, an anonymous person whose reviews extends beyond the set decorating and acting and delves into the societal norms and psychological effects of shows. Their reviews are very smart and so informative. I got to talk to them about their history in theatre, what we could use more of in Alberta theatre, and how arts criticism has changed over time. Their name will not be revealed but a whole lot about theatre will be! Check them out at: https://www.calgarytheatrereview.com/ or @calgarytheatrereview on Instagram Their restaurant recommendation is: Cloud Naan Other shows/companies mentioned in this episode: Women of the Fur Trade - U of C School of Creative and Performing Arts - Nov 1-7 ⁠Northern Nights: A Musical Murder Mystery - Express Entertainers - Red Deer & Lethbridge Cafe Intrigue - Moxy B studio - Nov 6-Nov 8 ⁠Le Palier - L’Uniteatre - Nov 6-Nov 9 ⁠Ridge - Lunchbox Theatre - Nov 6-Nov 16 Vinyl Cafe: The Musical - Citadel Theatre - Nov 8-Dec 7 Halfway There - Manluk Theatre - Nov 14-Nov 23 The 39 Steps - Teatro Live! - Nov 14-30 Peril in the Alps - Vertigo Theatre - Nov 15-Dec 14 Celestial Being - Concrete Theatre - Nov 17-Nov 28

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    Season Two, Episode Three -Baram and Snieckus!

    Wowzers this is a big one; talking to Naomi Snieckus and Matt Baram about Big Stuff, their new show coming to the Citadel from October 18 to November 9. These comedic legends are Second City Alumni and have been all over the world performing and creating on-screen and on-stage magic. It is such an inspiration to talk to them about their creative process, the hard work that led them to where they are today, and about the incredible people (their parents) who inspired their show. I am very grateful to have spoken with them about Big Stuff and can't wait to see it! For tickets please visit: Big Stuff at the Citadel For more information on Baram & Snieckus please visit: Baram and Snieckus For Naomi's podcast and more info on the Firecracker Department please visit: Firecracker Department Baram & Snieckus' restaurant recommendations: Sorrentinos High Level Diner Haps Hungry House Next Act Other shows/films mentioned in this episode: Morningside Road - Shadow Theatre - Oct 15-Nov 2 Cycle - Thou Art Here Theatre - Oct 15-26 ⁠Lewis and Tolkien - Fire Exit Theatre/Hit & Myth Productions - Oct 15-Oct 26 Beyond the Sea - Lunchbox Theatre - Oct 14-Nov 2 Romeo & Juliet - Shakespeare So/Calgary Young People’s Theatre - Oct 17-Nov 1 ⁠Edmonton Short Film Festival - Oct 18-19 The Legend of Sleepy Hollow - Alberta Theatre Projects/ Old Trout Puppet Workshop - Oct 22-Nov 9 Wild cat - Workshop West Playwrights Theatre⁠ - Oct 22-Nov 9 Calgary Justice Film Festival - Nov 6-8

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    Season Two, Episode One - Ben Rowe of Calgary Cinematheque

    This week Ben Rowe, Programming Coordinator at Calgary Cinematheque, spoke to me about the upcoming season which is packed with interesting screenings and special events. First up is Final Frames; a selection of the final films from important directors. Next, they will be hosting a screening of Phantom of the Opera with a live score performed during the show! He also speaks on his own personal history with film and his thoughts on the future of production in Alberta. If you want to hear about how the original Godzilla, Conan the Barbarian and cinerama influenced filmmaking, stay tuned! Calgary Cinematheque Website Also, Ben has a horror movie Podcast! Scream Scene Podcast Ben's restaurant recommendation: Fuji Ramen Other shows/events mentioned in this episode: The Greenhouse - Rosebud - Sept 19-Oct 25 The Cottage - Keyano Theatre - Sept 26-Oct 4 Brothers Paranormal - Vertigo Theatre - Sept 27-Oct 26 There Goes the Bride - Morpheus Theatre - Oct 3-11 According to the Chorus - Walterdale Theatre - October 8-18 Edmonton International Film Festival - Sept 25-Oct 4 Alberta Musical Theatre Company - Pinocchio - October 3-12 Workshop West Playwrights' Theatre - New Season 2025-2026 Script Salon - Babblers - Leslea Kroll - October 5

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    Season Two, Episode One - yegtheaterfan

    It's so exciting to be back chatting with amazing people involved in the arts! To start off Season Two, I spoke with Sarah, the brains behind the popular yegtheaterfan account. Coming off seeing sixty shows at this year's Fringe, Sarah spoke about where her passion for theatre started and how she is able to juggle so many shows at once. Sarah also talks about what she is excited for this upcoming Edmonton theatre season, and what she notices may be lacking in our scene. A true patron of the arts, Sarah has been such a support to so many companies in this city. What a truly giving and genuine person! Check out her Instagram and follow for more recommendations: yegtheaterfan As well, here are all the shows and companies she mentioned in the episode: Josephine: A Musical Cabaret by Tymisha Harris Walterdale Theatre Varscona Theatre Rapid Fire Theatre Grindstone Theatre Foote in the Door Productions Edmonton Fringe Festival Spotlight Cabaret Restaurant Recommendations: Spotlight Cabaret Guru Next Act Other shows mentioned in this episode: Life of Pi - Citadel – Sept 13-5 The Pink Unicorn Northern Light Theatre – Sept 26-Oct 11 Banana Musik - Common Ground - Sept 16-26 Lunchbox Stage Two Festival Sept 17-19 The F Word – Sept 26-Oct 4 The Brothers Paranormal - Vertigo - Sept 26-oct 4 Clue - New West Theatre - Sept 5-20 7 Stories - Grand Prairie Live Theatre Sept 18-Oct 4 APN 40th Anniversary Celebration - Sept 27 Calgary International Film Festival - Sept 18-28

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