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How many times must we go down the same path until we meet someone else? This is one of the questions at the core of Après moi, by Christian Bégin, a black comedy presented by Théâtre la Seizième, from April 8th to the 12th at Studio 16. Tickets ($24-27) are available by telephone – 604.736.2616 …
Spring is springing, as least for artists working with la Seizième! Fresh, burgeoning projects abound! Here’s a little tour of what’s happening in their heads, hearts, and rehearsal halls… Susan Miyagishima, the Stage Manager for Des fraises en janvier, as well as for Seizième’s productions of Porc-épic and Le Portrait Gooble, will again be backstage …
Nous avons demandé à l’auteure et comédienne Marie-Claire Marcotte de partager avec nous ses aventures et réflexions tout au long de la tournée de Statu Quo. Elle ouvre pour nous, dans ce premier billet, la valise qui l’accompagnera au cours de ce parcours de 12000 km. Statu Quo part en tournée. Ou, plutôt, repart en …
Théâtre la Seizième invites Vancouver’s families to a journey through space with Extra-Céleste, its new creation for children. Written by Dave Deveau and translated by Lyne Barnabé, the play will be presented at Studio 16 on March 28 and 29 at 7pm (no English surtitles). Tickets ($ 5-$10) are available by phone at 604.736.2616. Extra-Céleste …
Enter the airy world of Des fraises en janvier in this short video captured during the dress rehearsal. A glimpse of what awaits you at Studio 16 with, for soundtrack, the Coronation Mass by Mozart.
Théâtre la Seizième presents award-winning play Statu Quo by Gilles Poulin-Denis at Vancouver’s Studio 16 on Saturday, March 15, 2014 at 7pm. This performance is the first step of a national tour that will lead Statu Quo’s team to 4 different provinces and 1 territory, from Quebec to Yukon. Tickets ($5-10) for the Studio 16’s …
With a career spanning nearly twenty professional productions, the actor, director and playwright Julie McIsaac has a CV that would make many other artists envious. Having already tread the boards for Bard on the Beach, Arts Club and the Pacific Theatre (to name only a few), this actress will be making her first appearance for …
On Wednesday February 26, get two tickets for one at the door ($27 for two tickets) to see Des fraises en janvier ! Don’t miss this sweet opportunity to treat a friend, a date, or a family member without breaking the bank. The box office opens at 7 pm. First come , first serve! PLEASE …
In honour of Valentine’s Day and our upcoming production Des fraises en janvier, we’ve decided to celebrate love by giving away one of our amazingly romantic Dinner & Play Packages. The prize ($130 value) includes: – A three course dinner at French restaurant Café Salade de fruits; – Two tickets to see Des fraises en janvier …
Get a sweet preview of our upcoming production, Des fraises en janvier d’Evelyne de la Chenelière. The show will be presented at Studio 16 from February 18 to March 1, 2014. CREDITS Director and editor: Georges-Edouard Duquette Actors: Julie Trépanier et Gilles Poulin-Denis Director of Photography: Vincent Bourassa Original Music: Mishelle Cuttler Production, costumes and …
To go along The Dragonfly of Chicoutimi by award-winning author Larry Tremblay, Michael Gauthier, wine enthusiast and restaurant owner, recommend the Domaine Pinnacle Ice Cider ($29.99), a product crowned by many gold medals . Why? 1) Hailing from Quebec, it honours its rich culture; 2) It’s opulent, intense and complex; 3) It is exceptionally balanced …
Théâtre la Seizième, the PuSh International Performing Arts Festival and SFU Woodward’s Cultural Programs are proud to present The Dragonfly of Chicoutimi by award-winning author Larry Tremblay. Produced by Théâtre Pàp (Montreal), this French show written with English words will be presented at the Goldcorp Centre for the Arts (Fei and Milton Wong Experimental Theatre) …
On a tree, as in theatre, lighting makes all the difference! Thank you for shinning your light on our productions. Accept our warmest wishes that much joy may illuminate your holidays and new year. Happy Holidays! – Théâtre la Seizieme’s Board and Staff. Théâtre la Seizième will be closed from December 23 to January 6. See you …
Dear members, Théâtre la Seizième will hold its Annual General Meeting on December 5th, between 6 and 7.30 pm. With less theatricality than we are usually known for, this event is nevertheless very important for us. It is the occasion to present our year end assessment, our current season and also our future challenges. Your …
As we have been pretty busy these past few days with our own wonderful play (Moi, dans les ruines rouges du siècle) and have skipped a recommendation or two, we have decided to go 2 for 1 this week to take us through November and early December. Enjoy the shows! Three of our favs, director …
In Moi, dans les ruines rouges du siècle, actor Sasha Samar revisits his epic childhood in Ukraine. Share a photo of your as a child on our Facebook page (under the post “Contest”) to get the chance to win a pair of tickets for the show (Wednesday, November 13 – 8pm). We will draw the …
In this short video, Les Trois tristes tigres presents excerpts from their production Moi, dans les ruines rouges du siècle.
To go along Moi, dans les ruines rouges du siècle by Olivier Kemeid, Michael Gauthier, author, wine enthusiast and restaurant owner, recommend a Pinot Noir 2009: the Fabulous Ant Tolna ($11.99), available everywhere in Vancouver. Why? It’s from Hungary (one of Ukraine’s neighbours), which has a good climat for pinot noir; It has heavier (decent tannins) and lighter …
Meet the new faces of Théâtre la Seizième and travel the world with our incredible community of artists in this abundant fall edition. The actresses Marie-Claire Marcotte (Statu Quo), Emilie Leclerc (L’enfant-Problème, Le Portrait Gooble) and Jessica Heafey, (Traces) were selected to participate in an advanced professional workshop on acting at the Banff Centre. Organized …
Yves Bellefleur likes to introduce himself as a “manager of plays”. For more than 20 years, he has worked with theatre companies who want to tour in Canada, from his headquarters in Sherbrooke. It’s because of him, that productions such as Bashir Lazhar (2008), La liste (2012) and Moi, dans les ruines rouges du siècle …
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