Oshini Wanigasekera’s “Brown People Can’t Be Ballerinas” is set to challenge presumptions
“This genre-bending show is comedy, dance, drama and a little squirm-in-your-seat truth telling.” Interview with Oshini Wanigasekera
Dance & Musical Theatre
In conversation with Yvonne Ng, Artistic Director of the 2023 dance: made in canada Festival
“There was a gap of performance opportunities for mid-level artists. I wanted to pay forward the opportunities that I had received in my career.” Interview with Yvonne Ng, d: mac/fac Festival
Tahirih Vejdani is the iconic Audrey in the classic “Little Shop of Horrors”
“What has surprised me the most about working on this musical is just how funny, dark, and absurdly good it is.” Interview with Tahirih Vejdani
In the heart of Withrow Park, Dusk Dances’ 30th Festival enchants audiences anew
“Amidst its trees lies Dusk Dances’ 30th festival, a week of magic evenings curated by Sylvie Bouchard.”
The Sacrifice: Dada Masilo’s electrifying African spin on The Rite of Spring
“With roots firmly in the Tswana dance of her background, Masilo reshapes the original piece to create something entirely new…” Review of Dada Masilo’s The Sacrifice
“The Ballad of Stompin’ Tom” – you’ll be singing all the way back home
“See a marvelous ensemble at the height of their powers tell a compelling story.” Review of “The Ballad of Stompin’ Tom”
Spotlight on Eva Foote: Inside the world premiere of musical ‘Kelly v. Kelly”
“Come see this brand-new musical, and embark on a transformative journey.” Eva Foote on the world premiere production, “Kelly v. Kelly”
Romeo Candido: The multi-talented artist behind the musical Prison Dancer
“The musical ultimately serves as a reflection on the human experience and portrays the ability to overcome adversity through art and community.” Romeo Candido on his new musical “Prison Dancer”
The emotional journey of dance: Wen Wei Wang discusses Ballet Edmonton’s e-motion tour with SesayArts
“This work is a true expression of what we all lived together in that first year….It is like our diary.” Interview with Ballet Edmonton’s AD Wen Wei Wang
Christine Friday discusses “Firewater Thunderbird Rising” with SesayArts
“I create dances about what I am experiencing in my life.” Interview with Christine Friday about “Firewater Thunderbird Rising”