THEATRE NEW BRUNSWICK’S 50TH ANNIVERSARY SEASON 2018/19 It’s with great pleasure that I welcome you to Theatre New Brunswick’s 50th anniversary season. As we look towards the season to come and all the incredible productions we have in store, I thought we should take a minute to reflect on just how far we’ve come over the past five decades spent producing professional theatre for audiences throughout the province as well as outside of our own borders. A lot has happened since Walter Learning first laid the foundation to create a regional touring theatre company Artistic Director Theatre New Brunswick is one of Canada’s oldest back in 1968. Through the years we’ve welcomed some Thomas Morgan Jones and longest running regional theatre companies. of Canada’s best actors and designers to our province General Manager Our mission is to create extraordinary theatre that to create breathtaking productions that have inspired Susan Ready inspires and entertains our audience while celebrating audiences from Campbellton to Grand Manan. We’ve New Brunswick’s best theatre content and artists; and also championed the work of many New Brunswick to provide outstanding theatre training and performance 55 Whiting Road Fredericton, NB E3B 5Y5 playwrights and have helped ignite the careers of some that educates and awakens the imaginations of our of our country’s most cherished theatre talent. youth and emerging artists. (506) 460-1381 [email protected] Through the work of TNB Young Company and the tnb.nb.ca TNB Theatre School, we’ve not only helped introduce Photo Credit the magic of live theatre into the lives of countless The front cover of our season brochure features a few images from last young New Brunswickers, but have also helped foster season. Included in the design are actors Carlos Gonzalez-Vio and the development of next generation theatre lovers and Kimwun Perehinec who were both featured in our 2017 production of the Ryan Griffith play Fortune of Wolves, directed by Thomas Morgan Jones. performers. We certainly have a lot to be proud of. And on the right hand side we have Fredericton actor Amelia Hay. Amelia So as we prepare to enter into a new chapter in the toured the province as a member of last season’s TNB Young Company. history of Theatre New Brunswick, I want to thank you Her image here was captured during a rehearsal for the 2017 production of A Herman Tale, written by Paul McAllister, adapted by Tania Breen and all for being with us and encourage you to share your directed by Lisa Anne Ross. love for the stage with your family and friends. In a world dominated by disturbing headlines, polarizing political opinions and an ever-growing culture of fear, theatre can not only serve as an escape from the everyday but also become a place where we can gather and experience something real, together, as a community. See you at the theatre. SEASON PARTNERS Sincerely, Deborah Burns Chair, Theatre New Brunswick Board of Governors

TNB SEASON 18/19 ANY GIVEN MOMENT

A troubled teen, a helicopter mom and a WRITTEN BY homeless man become trapped together KIM PARKHILL after police lockdown the neighbourhood. A CO-PRODUCTION Assumptions are challenged and new relationships WITH SHIP’S made as three complete strangers debate the situation and the potential dangers of the outside world. In COMPANY THEATRE this world premiere by New Brunswick playwright Kim Parkhill, Any Given Moment presents a touching, WORLD PREMIERE hilarious and unexpected look into our pervasive culture of fear and challenges our expectations of what we think SPONSORED BY we know. STANTEC

Photo Credit Our image for Any Given Moment features a photo of actor Barbara Duncan taken during rehearsals for our 1980 production of the Tennessee Williams play, The Glass Menagerie, directed by Malcolm Black. This image was the first one our designers gravitated towards, using it as part of their pitch for this season’s look. We all agreed that it was the perfect choice. There was only one problem. We had to track Barbara down to get permission and all we had was a phone number. Several calls were made and each went straight to an answering machine. After a couple of weeks with no reply, and with our print deadline fast approaching, we decided to swap out the photo. We were all a little heartbroken. Then, just days before we were set to go to print, we get a message from Barbara saying, “Of course, you have my permission. I have such fond memories of work at TNB with Malcolm Black. If every show had been as rewarding as those, I would probably still be in the business”. Thank you, Barbara!

OPEN SPACE THEATRE: ON TOUR: SEPTEMBER 12–16, 2018 SEPTEMBER 4–9, 2018

TNB SEASON 18/19 COME DOWN FROM UP RIVER

Shaver Bennett has lived a rather solitary WRITTEN BY life as a logger in the woods of northern NORM FOSTER New Brunswick. A WORLD PREMIERE One day he arrives at the doorstep of his estranged PRODUCTION BY THE sister’s daughter, whom he hasn’t seen in 20 years. The niece, Bonnie Doyle and her wife Liv Arsenault FOSTER FESTIVAL welcome him into their lives in this sweetly moving tale. Set in Saint John, New Brunswick, Come Down From Up SPONSORED BY River explores family and forgiveness with a healthy dose INVESTORS GROUP of laughter sprinkled with tears.

Photo Credit This image features actor Kenneth Wickes in a photo taken during rehearsals for our 1977 world premiere production of The Dollar Woman, written by Walter Learning and Alden Nowlan, directed by Walter Learning. Prior to his successful acting career, Kenneth (“Kenny” to his friends) served in the British Army in Italy and Iraq during the Second World War and was the proud recipient of three military service medals. Mr. Wickes’ likeness was reproduced with the kind permission of his estate.

THE FREDERICTON PLAYHOUSE: NOVEMBER 8–10, 2018

TNB SEASON 18/19 THE LION, THE WITCH AND THE WARDROBE

This classic story by C. S. Lewis comes to DRAMATIZED BY life on the Theatre New Brunswick stage JOSEPH ROBINETTE just in time for the holiday season. FROM THE STORY BY When an old wardrobe reveals a passage to another C.S. LEWIS world, magic awaits! Join Lucy, Edmond, Susan and Peter on an epic adventure through the land of Narnia where it’s always winter but never Christmas. PRODUCED WITH SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT WITH DRAMATIC PUBLISHING, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS

Photo Credit This image features actor Diana Leblanc in a photo taken during rehearsals for our 1973 production of Othello, by William Shakespeare, directed by Walter Learning. As the final production in our fifth season, Othello was performed at the Fredericton Playhouse October 22–27 and later toured to Sussex, Woodstock, Campbellton, Bathurst, Chatham, Moncton, Saint John and St. Stephen. Tickets for our 1973 season ranged from $1.25 to $4.00! Special thanks to Diana Leblanc for granting us permission to include her likeness as part of our 50th season.

FREDERICTON PLAYHOUSE: IMPERIAL THEATRE: THÉÂTRE L’ESCAOUETTE: DECEMBER 13–15, 2018 DECEMBER 16, 2018 DECEMBER 19–20, 2018

TNB SEASON 18/19 SANIA THE DESTROYER

High school is tough enough without WRITTEN BY worrying about how to fit in. MONA’A MALIK

No one knows this more than Sania, a young professional WORLD PREMIERE wrestling obsessed Muslim teenager living in St. John’s, Newfoundland. When schoolyard bullying and racist remarks escalate into a hate crime perpetrated against her and her family, Sania’s relationships with friends and family are put to the test – complete with ringside commentary!

This play was developed with support from Young People’s Theatre’s ‘Leaps and Bounds Program’.

TOURING NEW BRUNSWICK SCHOOLS: FEBRUARY–APRIL, 2019

TNB SEASON 18/19 GRETEL & HANSEL

In this new adaptation of the popular WRITTEN BY Grimm fairy tale, Hansel looks to his BROTHERS GRIMM older sister Gretel for safety, comfort and guidance after they find themselves alone ADAPTED BY THOMAS in the woods. MORGAN JONES Lured by decadence, Gretel and Hansel engage in an WORLD PREMIERE epic confrontation with an old witch before doing their best to ensure the safety of other children who may find themselves scared and alone.

Photo Credit This design incorporates three images from our archives. Here, Mary Haney is our Gretel. This image of Mary was taken during rehearsals for our 1976 production of The Diary of Anne Frank, by Frances Goodrich and Albert Hackett. Directed by Ted Follows. The young man with the umbrella was found in our 1992 archives. We were unable to track down his identity but were so taken by the peculiarity of the image that we wanted to see it used in some way. For this design we’ve added the face of Jacob Leblanc, from an image taken from the 35th anniversary production of The Dollar Woman, by Walter Learning and Alden Nowlan, directed by Ilkay Silk in 2012. Thanks to Mary, Jacob and the ‘mystery man’ for the use their images as part of our 50th season.

TOURING NEW BRUNSWICK SCHOOLS: FEBRUARY–APRIL, 2019

TNB SEASON 18/19 A BRIEF HISTORY OF THE MARITIMES AND EVERYWHERE ELSE

On a winter’s night in a rural New WRITTEN BY Brunswick cabin, Terry tells a story to RYAN GRIFFITH his child: a story of the family’s history with links to the distant past. WORLD PREMIERE

This story confronts a truth in the present, a truth that SPONSORED BY is a mystery until the end of the tale. From celebrated Fredericton playwright Ryan Griffith (Returning Fire, STANTEC The Boat, Fortune of Wolves) comes a gripping and hugely moving new work that will haunt you long after you leave the theatre.

Photo Credit This image features a photo of actor Jon de Leon, taken during rehearsals for our 2017 production of The Boat, written by Ryan Griffith and directed by Thomas Morgan Jones. This production toured the province in March of 2017 and received a three-week run at Neptune Theatre in Halifax. Thanks to Jon for allowing us to use his likeness in our 50th season.

OPEN SPACE THEATRE: ON TOUR: MARCH 13–17, 2019 MARCH 19–24, 2019

TNB SEASON 18/19 THE WIZARD OF OZ

We’re off to see The Wizard! MUSIC BY HAROLD ARLEN, Join TNB Theatre School’s senior musical theatre students in celebrating the 80th anniversary of this whimsical ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER quest to find strength and courage, somewhere down & HERBERT STOTHART the Yellow Brick Road. LYRICS BY E. Y. HARBURG & TIM RICE

BOOK BY ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER & JEREMY SAMS

Photo Credit Thanks to Miriam Fernandes for giving us permission to use her image for this design. This photo of Miriam was taken during rehearsals for our 2016 production of A Sunday Affair, written by Gabrielle Houle, Thomas Morgan Jones and Richard Lee, translated by Maurice Arsenault and directed by Thomas Morgan Jones. This production was produced in partnership with Théâtre populaire d’Acadie and went on to receive extensive provincial touring with performances in both official languages. In addition to this production, Miriam also joined us for our holiday production of The Snow Queen which ran December 15–20, 2016 with performances in Fredericton, Moncton and Saint John.

FREDERICTON PLAYHOUSE: APRIL 25–27, 2019

TNB SEASON 18/19 Theatre New Brunswick Theatre School, PROFESSIONAL TRAINING endowed by the Stephen Graham Playtime Theatre Fall Workshop – Voice Intensive Bird Trust, is dedicated to providing (Grades K – 2) Affordable actor training from two days with Susan Stackhouse outstanding theatre training that Junior Acting to one week with instructors from around Summer Workshop – TBA educates and awakens the imaginations the world. Check our website for more (Grades 3 – 5) (See our website for more information) of young New Brunswickers. information. Founded in 1999, we offer young theatre Junior Musical Theatre artists first-class training in acting, (Grades 3 – 5) singing, voice, and dance in a fun and Intermediate Musical Theatre supportive environment. We train over (Grades 6 – 8) 300 aspiring performers each year, attracting students from as far away as Intermediate/Senior Acting Ontario, Maine, Nova Scotia, and Prince (Grades 6 – 12) Edward Island. Senior Musical Theatre Whether you are the recreational student (Grades 9 – 12) who does it “just for fun” or the motivated Playwriting student with stars in your eyes, we offer a (Grades 6 – 12) wide variety of training opportunities for young people ages 5 to adult. Musical Theatre Dance Technique (Grades 6 – 12)

Mwape Benaya | Shrek, The Musical | TNB Theatre School–2017 | directed by Tania Breen | photo by Andre Reinders

TNB SEASON 18/19 DRIVE ALONG THE RIVER. TRY SOMETHING NEW! FREE PARKING TAXI You may park free of charge at the Open Our front of house staff will be Space Theatre during any evening or pleased to call you a taxi following weekend performance with overflow performances if needed. parking available across the street. BUS SERVICE BUILT FOR YOU, The Open Space Theatre is serviced directly by the 116 Kings Place (via Skyline OUR AUDIENCE. & Southwood) and 216 Corbett Centre Located just five minutes from (via Southwood & Skyline) at Hilton/ downtown, the Open Space Theatre Flemming. The bus stop is within one provides an intimate and one of a kind block of the theatre. professional theatre experience. With comfortable, cushioned chairs and a welcoming environment, the Open Space was built to inspire your imagination with world class theatre, made right here in Fredericton.

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Kimwun Perehinec and Michaela Washburn | Fortune of Wolves | 2017 | TN OA directed by Thomas Morgan Jones | photo by Andre Reinders

TNB SEASON 18/19 SUBSCRIPTIONS & TICKETS

TNB ULTIMATE SUBSCRIPTION GROUP SINGLE TICKET DISCOUNTS Regular $130 Student $75 20+ ADULT SINGLE TICKETS TNB PLAYHOUSE SUBSCRIPTION (30% Off Regular Price ) Regular $97 12–19 ADULT SINGLE TICKETS Student $45 (20% Off Regular Price) 8–11 ADULT SINGLE TICKETS YOUR INDIVIDUAL SINGLE TICKETS (15% Off Regular Price) DONATION TO TNB IS OPEN SPACE THEATRE TICKETS ON TOUR A WONDERFUL GIFT Adult $31 Ticket information for all tour locations TO THE ARTS. Student $15 can be found online at tnb.nb.ca FREDERICTON PLAYHOUSE TICKET EXCHANGES As a thank you for helping us bring Adult $41.50 Tickets may be exchanged for another live arts to NB, we are thrilled to be Student $15 performance (within that production/ able to offer you a great many benefits subject to availability) providing they in return. Please see our website for TNB SENIOR MUSICAL THEATRE Adult $31.50 are received at the box office at least more information! Student $15 24 hours prior to the performance.

ANY GIVEN MOMENT PAY WHAT YOU WISH TNB World Premiere Performance runs at the Open Space Theatre will include a Pay What You Wish COME DOWN FROM UP RIVER performance on Wednesday evenings A World Premiere production by prior to opening night. Seating is general The Foster Festival admission and available on a first come THE LION, THE WITCH AND first served basis. THE WARDROBE PURCHASE TICKETS Holiday production All tickets and subscriptions can be SANIA THE DESTROYER purchased at the Fredericton Playhouse TNB Young Company World Premiere box office. GRETEL & HANSEL 686 Queen Street TNB Young Company World Premiere Fredericton, NB, Canada E3B 1C2 A BRIEF HISTORY OF THE [email protected] MARITIMES AND EVERYWHERE ELSE t: (506) 458-8344 TNB World Premiere t: 1-866-884-5800 www.theplayhouse.ca THE WIZARD OF OZ TNB Theatre School *Tickets for TNB Young Company performances handled by TNB. All tickets and subscriptions subject to HST Finding Wolastoq Voice | 2018 | directed by Thomas Morgan Jones | photo by Andre Reinder TNB SEASON 18/19 55 WHITING ROAD FREDERICTON, NB 506-460-1381 [email protected] TNB.NB.CA