MONDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2020, 7:30 PM

HOSTED BY

MELISSA LANGDON* & MATTHEW PARIS-IRVINE*

* The participation of these Artists are arranged by permission of Canadian Actors’ Equity Association under the provisions of the Dance•Opera•Theatre Policy.

CENTRE STAGE PATRONS THEATRE AWARDS GREETINGS / NOS SALUTATIONS EVENT ORDER / ORDRE D’ÉVÉNEMENTS

As co-chairs of the Winnipeg Theatre Awards Organizing Committee, the Greeting & Land Acknowledgement / Salutation et reconnaissance absolutely best part of our volunteer job is contributing to the effort to make des territoires traditionnels des autochtones du Winnipeg theatre artists feel good about themselves, and about what they do. If there was ever a time when we need to feel good, and feel good about Introduction with the Hosts / Introduction avec les animateurs ourselves, this is it. We at WTA know these are hard times, scary times, but we hope this virtual event lifts your spirits and makes you feel good, even if for just a Awards for Outstanding Set Design, Outstanding Lighting Design, short time. We hope to lift the spirits of all the nominees and the Evies recipients Outstanding Costume Design, Outstanding Sound Design / Les Prix and also everyone else who created the shows that brightened Winnipeg’s pour Meilleure conception de décors, Meilleure conception d’éclairage, stages in the 2019-2020 season before COVID turned our lives upside down and Meilleure conception de costumes, et Meilleure conception sonore shut the theatres. We’re also thinking of those who would have been in the shows that never made it to the stage before the cancellations but who had already Presentation of the Honorary Award for “Behind the Scenes” invested their creative energy and commitment. We’re grateful to you too, and Présentation du Prix honorifique derrière la scène want to celebrate your willingness to put yourselves out there to entertain your fellow Winnipeggers and to enrich their lives. One of the enduring characteristics Awards for Outstanding Choreography and/or Fight Direction, Outstanding of theatre and theatre artists is resilience. We will get through this, and we will Director, Outstanding New Work / les Prix pour Meilleure Chorégraphie/ get through this together as members of this remarkable theatre community. Combat scénique, Meilleure mise en scène, Meilleur texte original We at WTA want to join you in celebrating that resilience, and to support you in any way we can. We look forward to getting together with you soon, live and in Presentation of the Honorary Awards for “Theatre Educator” person, in reopened Winnipeg theatres. and “Theatre Champion” / Presentation des Prix honorifiques: Pour nous les co-présidents du comité organisateur des Prix de théâtre de Prix des éducateurs et Prix champion du théâtre Winnipeg, le meilleur aspect de ce travail bénévole est la contribution que nous pouvons faire au bien-être des artistes du théâtre de Winnipeg pour qu’ils se sentent Presentation of the “I Saw What You Did There” Awards mieux dans leur peau et dans ce qu’ils font. Si jamais il y avait un moment où nous Presentation des prix « J’ai vu c’que t’as fait la » avons besoin de se sentir vraiment bien dans notre peau, c’est maintenant. Nous au PTW savons que ces jours sombres sont difficiles et troublants, mais nous espérons Awards for Outstanding Supporting Actor / Prix que cet évènement virtuel vous remontera le moral, même pour un moment. Nous pour Meilleur rôle de soutien masculin espérons remonter le moral de tous les nominés et récipiendaires des Evies ainsi que de tous ceux et celles qui ont créé les spectacles qui ont animé les scènes de Outstanding Supporting Actress / Prix pour Meilleur rôle de soutien féminin Winnipeg pendant la saison 2019-2020 avant que la Covid nous ait bouleversé la vie et mené à la fermeture des théâtres. Presentation of the Kayla Gordon Award / Présentation du Prix Kayla Gordon pour le théâtre musical Nous pensons aussi à ceux et celles qui auraient joué dans les spectacles encore en production au moment de la fermeture, et qui y avaient déjà investi leur énergie Awards for Outstanding Lead Actor / Prix pour Meilleur premier rôle masculin créative et leur engagement. Nous vous sommes reconnaissants, et nous voulons célébrer votre engagement à divertir les autres Winnipégois et à enrichir leurs Outstanding Lead Actress / Prix pour Meilleur premier rôle féminin vies. Une des caractéristiques durables du théâtre et des artistes du théâtre est la résilience. Nous sortirons de cette épreuve et nous le ferons ensemble, comme Presentation of the Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries Honorary Award membres de cette communauté théâtrale remarquable. Nous les membres du PTW for “Career Contribution / Présentation du Prix carrière honorifique nous joignons à vous pour célébrer cette résilience et pour vous appuyer de notre de La Société manitobaine des alcools et des loteries mieux. Nous espérons vous croiser bientôt, en personne, aux théâtres de Winnipeg de nouveau ouverts. “In Memoriam” presentation / Présentation « In memoriam »

Sincerely / Cordialement, Black Lives Matter Acknowledgement Reconnaissance de « la vie des noirs comptent » Chris Johnson and / et John Bluethner, Awards for Outstanding Ensemble, Outstanding Production Volunteer co-chairs on behalf of the Winnipeg Theatre Awards Organizing Committee Prix pour Meilleur jeu d’ensemble, Meilleure production Co-présidents bénévoles au nom du Comité organisateur des Prix de théâtre de Winnipeg Closing with the Hosts / Conclusion avec les animateurs

- 2 - - 3 - Message from the Lieutenant Governor of Manitoba

“To enter a theatre for a performance is to be inducted into a magical space, to be ushered into the sacred theatre of the imagination.” – Simon Callow

Winnipeg has a long and vibrant history as a great theatre town, and the love of live theatre runs deep.

From the days of vaudeville and the great performing arts palaces of the early 20th century, to the creation of ’s first major regional theatre company, to today, the people of this city and province have been moved, inspired and entertained by generations of theatre artists.

The establishment of the Winnipeg Theatre Awards – the Evies – four years ago brought long-overdue recognition to the people who make this magic: actors and actresses, directors and choreographers, writers and designers.

Months of binge-watching television this year have reminded us all that live in-person performance creates a uniquely powerful, spontaneous, honest, empathic bond between performer and audience.

All of those who create that bond through their work – or support it through their patronage of the theatre – make this a better city and province for everybody.

The Honourable Janice C. Filmon, C.M., O.M. Lieutenant Governor of Manitoba

- 4 - - 5 - MISSION STATEMENT & COMMITTEES MISSION ET COMITÉS

Our goal is to celebrate, recognize, and acknowledge excellence Notre objectif est de celebrer, de reconnaître et de souligner in the theatre arts by presenting annual awards that reflect the l’excellence en thétre en presentant annuellement des prix qui diversity and depth of talent among Winnipeg’s theatre artists in reflètent la diversite et l’étendue du talent des artistes de theâtre en production and performance. production et performance.

ORGANIZING COMMITTEE / COMITÉ ORGANISATEUR JURY John Bluethner & Chris Johnson, Co-chairs Catharina de Bakker, Jury Coordinator Brenda Gorlick, Past Chair Leah Borchet is a creator, performer, and drama therapist. Her work focuses on Erin Essery, Coordinator the use of play and creativity for both personal and societal healing and change. Deb Sealey, Treasurer Susan Kurbis is a graduate of the Honours Theatre program, a Black Hole Theatre alumna, and also holds a master’s degree in Sylvia Fisher, Brenda McLean & Carolin Schroeder, Events Film Studies from the . She was a drama teacher in Mel Marginet, Alison Palmer & Karen Psooy, Communications Seven Oaks School Division for 20 years, most notably at Maples Collegiate, where she directed countless musicals and plays. She has been a vice- principal at Maples for the past three years. BOARD / CONSEIL DE DIRECTION Wally Mah is an amateur musical theatre actor and pianist. When not gaming Cheryl Sharfe, Karla Berbrayer Dave Brown Khal Shariff with his nephew and nieces, Wally is an avid kayaker, hiker, and runner. Chair Andrew McLaren is a partner in a local consulting firm and vice-chair of the Winnipeg Arts Council. HONORARY AWARDS CHAIR Michelle Palansky is a recovering Fringe Theatre Festival performer, and PRÉSIDENTE DES PRIX HONORIFIQUES taught drama for 15 years. Matt Schaubroeck has been a lover of the arts since his days at MTYP's Donna Fletcher theatre school and performances at Collège Louis-Riel. Now firmly ensconced in the audience, he happily attends theatre productions to avoid stressing out about his startup every waking moment. I SAW WHAT YOU DID THERE AWARDS CHAIR Kelly Stifora teaches communications at and occasionally PRÉSIDENTE DES PRIX « J’AI VU C’QUE T’AS FAIT LÀ » reviews theatre for the CBC. Ellen Peterson Armin Wiebe is an award-winning author and playwright. Jill Wilson writes about theatre, movies, food, books, and pop culture for the Winnipeg Free Press.

HONORARY AWARD JURY JURY DES PRIX HONORIFIQUES

Kayla Gordon Krista Jackson Brian Perchaluk Joseph Sevillo Ray Strachan

- 6 - - 7 - NOMINEES / NOMMÉS ET NOMMÉES NOMINEES / NOMMÉS ET NOMMÉES

LEAD ACTOR / PREMIER RÔLE MASCULIN SUPPORTING ACTOR / RÔLE DE SOUTIEN MASCULIN

Ryan Allen The Color Purple Andrew Broderick The Color Purple Citadel Theatre & Citadel Theatre & Royal MTC John Hirsch Mainstage Royal MTC John Hirsch Mainstage Nathan Howe Miss Bennett: Christmas at Kayvon Khoshkam As You Like It Pemberley Royal MTC John Hirsch Mainstage & Royal MTC John Hirsch Mainstage Citadel Theatre Carson Nattrass Fun Home Kevin Klassen Othello Royal MTC Tom Hendry Warehouse Beau Theatre/Echo Theatre/Raven Theatre

Bertrand Nayet La Cantatrice chauve et La Leçon Ryan James Miller Goodnight Desdemona (Good Morning Juliet) Théâtre Cercle Molière Theatre Projects Manitoba Ray Strachan Othello Alex Poch-Goldin Bang Bang Beau Theatre/Echo Theatre/Raven Theatre Royal MTC Tom Hendry Warehouse & Belfry Theatre

LEAD ACTRESS / PREMIER RÔLE FÉMININ SUPPORTING ACTRESS / RÔLE DE SOUTIEN FÉMENIN

Tara Jackson The Color Purple Tess Benger Miss Bennett: Christmas at Citadel Theatre & Pemberley Royal MTC John Hirsch Mainstage Royal MTC John Hirsch Mainstage Tracey Nepinak The Third Colour Karen Burthwright The Color Purple Prairie Theatre Exchange Citadel Theatre & Royal MTC John Hirsch Mainstage Deborah Patterson Shakespeare’s Will Sarah Constible As You Like It Who Knows Productions Royal MTC John Hirsch Mainstage & Citadel Theatre RobYn Slade Goodnight Desdemona (Good Morning Juliet) Janelle Cooper The Color Purple Theatre Projects Manitoba Citadel Theatre & Royal MTC John Hirsch Mainstage Catherine Wreford Fun Home Laura Olafson Goodnight Desdemona Royal MTC Tom Hendry Warehouse (Good Morning Juliet) Theatre Projects Manitoba

- 8 - - 9 - NOMINEES / NOMMÉS ET NOMMÉES NOMINEES / NOMMÉS ET NOMMÉES

ENSEMBLE / JEU D’ENSEMBLE NEW WORK / TEXTE ORIGINAL

As You Like It Royal MTC John Hirsch Mainstage Awaken Tracy Penner & Citadel Theatre zone41 theatre with Shakespeare in the Ruins Fun Home Royal MTC Tom Hendry O(phelia) Leigh-Anne Kehler Warehouse Saucy Gal Productions

Goodnight Desdemona Theatre Projects Manitoba The Golem’s Mighty Marcus Jamin (Good Morning Juliet) Swing Winnipeg Jewish Theatre & Outside the March La Cantatrice chauve et Théâtre Cercle Molière La Leçon The Third Colour Ian Ross Prairie Theatre Exchange The Color Purple Citadel Theatre & Royal MTC John Hirsch Mainstage Women of the Fur Trade Frances Konca Royal MTC Tom Hendry Warehouse

PRODUCTION As You Like It Royal MTC John Hirsch Mainstage Bargen • Brown LLP & Citadel Theatre

Fun Home Royal MTC Tom Hendry Warehouse Full Service Value Oriented Law Firm

Goodnight Desdemona Theatre Projects Manitoba www.bargenbrown.com (Good Morning Juliet) 610 - 363 Broadway Avenue Telephone: 204.989.2768 Shakespeare’s Will Who Knows Productions Winnipeg, MB R3C 3N9 Fax: 204.989.2774

The Color Purple Citadel Theatre & Royal MTC John Hirsch Mainstage Proudly supporting our performing artists.

- 10 - - 11 - NOMINEES / NOMMÉS ET NOMMÉES NOMINEES / NOMMÉS ET NOMMÉES

DIRECTOR / MISE EN SCÈNE SET DESIGN / CONCEPTION DE DÉCORS

Eric Blais Shakespeare’s Will Gillian Gallow Miss Bennett: Christmas at Who Knows Productions Pemberley Royal MTC John Hirsch Mainstage Michelle Boulet Goodnight Desdemona Pam Johnson As You Like It (Good Morning Juliet) Royal MTC John Hirsch Mainstage & Citadel Theatre Projects Manitoba Theatre Kimberley Rampersad The Color Purple Amy Keith Fun Home Citadel Theatre & Royal MTC Tom Hendry Warehouse Royal MTC John Hirsch Mainstage Sarah Garton Stanley Fun Home Andrew Moro The Third Colour Royal MTC Tom Hendry Warehouse Prairie Theatre Exchange

Kelly Thornton Bang Bang Brian Perchaluk La Cantatrice chauve et La Leçon Royal MTC Tom Hendry Warehouse & Théâtre Cercle Molière Belfry Theatre

CHOREOGRAPHY / FIGHT DIRECTION LIGHTING DESIGN / CONCEPTION D’ÉCLAIRAGE

CHORÉGRAPHIE / COMBAT SCÉNIQUE Nick Blais The Golem’s Mighty Swing Kimberley Rampersad / The Color Purple Winnipeg Jewish Theatre & Outside the March Miranda Allen Citadel Theatre & Royal MTC John Hirsch Mainstage Hugh Conacher The Color Purple Alexandra Garrido, By Grand Central Station Royal MTC John Hirsch Mainstage Carol-Ann Bohrn & Heavy Bell Production presented by Thomas Morgan Jones Prairie Theatre Exchange Scott Henderson Goodnight Desdemona (Good Morning Juliet) Sara Topham A Year with Frog and Toad Theatre Projects Manitoba Manitoba Theatre for Young People Larry Isacoff La Cantatrice chauve et La Leçon Jonathan Hawley Purvis As You Like It Théâtre Cercle Molière Royal MTC John Hirsch Mainstage & Citadel Theatre Leigh Ann Vardy The Third Colour Catherine Wreford & Goodnight Desdemona Prairie Theatre Exchange Rob Borges (Good Morning Juliet) Theatre Projects Manitoba - 12 - - 13 - NOMINEES / NOMMÉS ET NOMMÉES KAYLA GORDON MUSICAL THEATRE AWARD PRIX KAYLA GORDON POUR LE THÉÂTRE MUSICAL SOUND DESIGN / CONCEPTION SONORE

Kelsey Braun The Hours That Remain Theatre by the River

Chris Coyne Awaken zone41 theatre with Shakespeare in the Ruins jaymez The Third Colour Prairie Theatre Exchange

Peter McBoyle The Color Purple Citadel Theatre & Royal MTC John Hirsch Mainstage Paula Potosky A Year with Frog and Toad Kayla Gordon, founder of Winnipeg Studio Theatre, director, producer and Manitoba Theatre for Young People professor at U of W and U of M.

For over 40 years Kayla has worked tirelessly with emerging and established artists helping them grow and sustain their careers in Winnipeg and beyond. It is through her constant nurturing and love of musical theatre that she is COSTUME DESIGN / CONCEPTION DE COSTUMES often referred to as ‘the gate keeper’ for emerging performers. The Kayla Gordon - Musical Theatre Artist Award, for $500.00, reflects her passion and Carmen Alatorre As You Like It invaluable support to the artists in Winnipeg. The award is presented every 2nd year to a promising triple-threat artist (actor, singer and dancer) and Royal MTC John Hirsch Mainstage & provides the artist the opportunity to advance their career through financial Citadel Theatre assistance, mentorship, and increased exposure.

Jackie Chau A Year with Frog and Toad Eligibility: Applicants must strive toward making performance and/or theatre Manitoba Theatre for Young People education their future objective.

Gillian Gallow Miss Bennett: Christmas at Pemberley 2020 RECIPIENT - ALYSSA CROCKETT Royal MTC John Hirsch Mainstage Alyssa is a born and raised Winnipeg performer. She is currently attending the University of Winnipeg and is focusing on Theatre and Psychology. Liliane Lavack La Cantatrice chauve et La Leçon Alyssa was part of the 2019/2020 class of The Village Conservatory and is a Théâtre Cercle Molière returning member of the training program.. Select credits include: Cinderella (Rainbow Stage), (RS/WSO), Twelfth Night (The Village Ming Wong The Color Purple Conservatory), Baby Shark (Koba Entertainment), Pippin (WST/ The Village Conservatory), (Pizza Party Productions), Reefer Madness, American Citadel Theatre & Idiot (WST), Legally Blonde, Urinetown (WST StudioWorks Academy) Royal MTC John Hirsch Mainstage

- 14 - - 15 - RARE EXQUISITE WORLDLY HONORARY AWARDS / PRIX HONORIFIQUES

The Honorary awards recognize outstanding contributions to the Winnipeg theatre scene in four categories: Behind the Scenes Award, for people who have made significant but more anonymous contributions; Theatre Educator Award, for people who have built our thriving theatre scene by training future theatre professionals; Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries Career Contribution Award (formerly the Lifetime Achievement Award) for an actor, director, choreographer, designer, or stage manager who has made an outstanding career contribution; and Theatre Champion Award recognizing an individual who has demonstrated long-standing dedication to Winnipeg theatre in a non-remunerated position.

2017 RECIPIENTS Joan Lees-Miller Robin Dow George Budoloski Evie Anderson Behind the Scenes Theatre Educator Theatre Educator Lifetime Achievement Award Award Award Award

2018 RECIPIENTS Dave Brown Chris Johnson Scott Henderson Gail Asper Behind the Scenes Theatre Educator Lifetime Achievement Theatre Champion Award Award Award Award

2019 RECIPIENTS Melinda Tallin Kayla Gordon Brian Perchaluk Charles Huband Behind the Scenes Theatre Educator MLCC Career Theatre Champion Award Award Contribution Award Award

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THEATRE EDUCATOR AWARD / PRIX DES ÉDUCATEURS BEHIND THE SCENES AWARD / PRIX DERRIÈRE LA SCÈNE

BRENDA GORLICK is deeply connected to the local ALLISON LOAT has devoted her career to ensuring performing arts community - from youth to adults, that others succeed at maintaining a living wage in people with disabilities and the elderly. She has the arts and has dedicated herself to educating and worked with every major arts group, including the developing future generations of theatre technicians. , Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre, At the University of Winnipeg, Allison has a proven Manitoba Opera Association, Winnipeg Symphony record supporting the future generation of theatre Orchestra, Rainbow Stage, Dry Cold Productions, artists. As a friend and a mentor, Allison is always Théâtre Cercle Molière, and her home company - willing and excited to help with job applications, Winnipeg Studio Theatre. A proud mother of two sons, résumés, and career advice. Passionate about theatre, Brenda is a fount of boundless energy - creating over Allison’s industry experiences help bridge the gap 250 productions at theatres and schools throughout Brenda Gorlick Allison Loat between school and professional theatre. Allison Manitoba. She has also been an anchor teacher in the was an active member of the International Alliance “Artist in the Schools” programme where, for nearly 30 years, she has taught of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE Local 63) Union from her earliest days performing arts to thousands of Manitoba students of all ages and levels in local, in the industry - ascending to the role of the first female president in the rural, and northern communities. Brenda has an incredible gift of working with and 120-year history of the local. She chaired many committees within the local, mentoring emerging artists – a role she also relishes with her work with Winnipeg concentrating on education and health & safety. In her role as president, she Studio Theatre. She is a deeply skilled educator who allows her students the was actively involved in keeping the committees progressive. Allison sets freedom to explore, play and ultimately grow into well rounded performers – a standard of equality in the industry and ensures that underrepresented taking them to stages in Winnipeg as well as Broadway and beyond. Brenda has individuals feel welcome and able to succeed. Her tireless dedication to devoted her life to teaching and truly understands how to educate her students theatre education, the art of theatre, and the theatre industry in Manitoba - not only to instill knowledge in them but to gift them with the confidence to become educators and performers themselves. She is fearless, unflappable, up to is the reason why she is lauded by everyone she works with. any challenge and most importantly, kind. Brenda is an artist, a loyal colleague, a teacher, and a deeply skilled mentor to emerging and professional artists alike.

MANITOBA LIQUOR & LOTTERIES AWARD FOR CAREER CONTRIBUTION THEATRE CHAMPION AWARD / PRIX CHAMPION DU THÉÂTRE PRIX CARRIÈRE DE LA SOCIÉTÉ MANITOBAINE DES ALCOOLS ET DES LOTERIES Theatre is more than a passion for CAMPBELL NANCY DRAKE was a driving force and inspiration to MCINTYRE - it is part of his DNA. The McIntyre family, the Winnipeg theatre community for over 40 years. led by Campbell, has supported Rainbow Stage as Described as one of the fiercest actors ever seen on loyal patrons, hard-working volunteers, generous stage and off, Nancy helped to shape the theatre donors, committed board members, and tireless community as a performer, educator, private tutor, fundraisers for over four decades. His love affair with director, and Canadian theatre pioneer. A regular Rainbow Stage began in 1966, when Campbell and his at the Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre for decades, then girlfriend, Lorraine, went to see on Nancy performed with every theatre company in their first date. This occasion sparked a lifelong passion Winnipeg, with her work being recognized and for the performing arts, musical theatre, and the lauded on a national level. Her passion for theatre Campbell McIntyre outdoor experience of the venue known as Rainbow Nancy Drake and devotion to the Winnipeg theatre community Stage in . Married shortly after and ever is legendary. Known for her outspokenness and since, the pair have successfully passed this passion on to the entire McIntyre uncompromising love for her art, Nancy was a woman of integrity, unafraid family. A vital part of reviving the theatre in 1993, Campbell contributed to the to speak her mind. Nancy’s passion for the art form, infectious spirit, sense writing of the business plan that brought the theatre back to life. Campbell’s of humour, and undeniable talent on the stage and in the classroom, were determination to preserve Rainbow Stage came not only from the love of an inspiration to many generations of Manitoba artists. Sadly, Nancy passed the institution, but also from the strong spirit of community and culture. away this summer, but we hope she will be with us in spirit as we celebrate Campbell’s wish that “everyone might have the opportunity to experience a her many accomplishments! magical night under the stars” continues to come true every summer.

- 18 - - 19 - OUR SPONSORS / NOS COMMANDITAIRES THANK YOU / REMERCIEMENTS

CENTRE STAGE PATRON - $5000 - $10000 The Gail Asper Family Foundation

The Winnipeg Foundation

DOWNSTAGE PATRON - $2500 - $4999 Project Whitecard

UPSTAGE PATRON - $1000 - $2499 Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries

ACTRA Manitoba

IN THE WINGS PATRON - $500 - $999 Bargen Brown Law Offices Barristers and Solicitors GREEN ROOM PATRON - $15 - $149 Liquor Mart 610 - 363 Broadway Avenue Telephone: 204.989.2768 Winnipeg, MB R3C 3N9 Fax: 204.989.2774 STAGE NAME PATRON Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries Commission - Sponsor of Career Contribution Award

DONORS The Estate of Evelyne Lamont

Mary Agnes Welch, Mel Marginet, Joanne Parker-Gibson (in honor of Victor Pinchin), Matt Schaubroeck, Robert Schuppel, Mavis & Allan Whicker, Rick Borchert, Tracy Loewen

VIDEO CREDITS Audio Voice-over Jordan Phillips Sound Composer Paul De Gurse Greetings and Land Acknowledgement Ian Ross Videography and Editing SnowAngel Films Digital Streaming Project Whitecard Project Manager/Director Brenda McLean Production Assistant Sylvia Fisher Stage Manager Carolin Schroeder Technician Eric Bossé Trailer Performer Daina Leitold Trailer Performer Karl Thordarson

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Christopher Brauer Nomination Speech to Allison Loat

Brooke Pluta Nomination Speech to Brenda Gorlick

Laura Olafson Nomination Speech to Campbell McIntrye

Sharon Bajer & Cory Wojcik Tribute to Nancy Drake

Rhea Nelken On behalf of Nancy Drake Robert V. Peters Voice in “I Saw What You Did There Awards”. NEEDS YOU TO SECURE THE FUTURE OF THIS EVENT! SPECIAL THANKS Honourable Janice Filmon Lieutenant Governor of Manitoba

Honourable Cathy Cox MB Minister of Sport, Culture, and Heritage

Brian Bowman Mayor of Winnipeg

Cheryl Sharfe WTA Board Representative

PHOTO CREDITS Dylan Hewlett As You Like It; Awaken; Bang Bang; Fun Home; Goodnight Desdemona (Good Morning Juliet); Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley; Women of the Fur Trade. Ian Jackson, Epic Photography The Color Purple Keith Levit The Golem’s Mighty Swing Kristin Jordan Shakespeare’s Will Please consider making a charitable donation Leif Norman and volunteering to ensure The Evies continue A Year with Frog and Toad; By Grand Central Station; La Cantatrice chauve et La Leçon; Othello. in our community. Nicole Roach The Hours That Remain Visit www.winnipegtheatreawards.com for det ail s! Randy Guest O(phelia)

- 22 - THE EVIES “ Because the arts are magical and powerful. They increase compassion and understanding to make change, stimulate imagination, and nourish happiness.”

Dr. Linda Hamilton, Winnipeg Foundation Donor

Evelyne Anderson has been an inspiration to generations of performers in Winnipeg with a performing career spanning over 50 years. She appeared in 52 productions for the Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre, 25 productions for Rainbow Stage, as well as performing at Prairie Theatre Exchange, Manitoba Theatre for Young People, Dry Cold Productions and Stage West in Winnipeg. A diverse performer, she took on leading roles in musicals, classical works, and contemporary American and Canadian plays. Evelyne was the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award at the inaugural Winnipeg Theatre Awards in 2017. Join together with other caring Winnipeggers. Evelyne has also enjoyed performing with other Canadian Companies from coast to coast, specifically The Playhouse, Calgary Give to your favourite Cause at The Foundation and Edmonton Theatres, Fredericton and Halifax Theatres, and with and make Winnipeg better by helping local charities. prestigious Companies located in Charlottetown and the Shaw Festival in Niagara-On-Lake. Earlier experience was gained with theatre training at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School in Bristol, England and extensive touring in England and the United States. FindyourBeCause.org #FindyourBeCause | 204.944.9474 - 24 - THANK YOU FOR COMING! SEE YOU NEXT YEAR!

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