Welcome to Morpheus Theatre’s 25th Anniversary “Silver Season”!

As we are about to launch into the craziness of another theatre season, we would like to thank all of you – patrons, volunteers, and supporters – for engaging with us in our shared passion of creating Shows Worth Seeing.  We know your time is valuable, and we thank you for sharing it with us.

We would like to congratulate all recipients & nominees of this year’s Cat Awards! The community came out to celebrate in style the dedication and passion of all community theatre volunteers on August 24 at the Rozsa Centre. Special Congratulations goes to our Shakespeare in Love team who received the award for Outstanding Production of a Play and acting awards for Caleb Gordon and Trevor Matheson in their respective categories! See the complete list of recipients HERE.

Also a HUGE thank you to everyone that made our Annual Booksale Fundraiser over the Labour Day long weekend a success!  We raised almost double the usual amount!  Thank you thank you thank you!

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UPCOMING EVENTS!

Sept 9, 7:00 pm –Annual General Meeting  for Morpheus Theatre (at the Morpheus Rehearsal Centre 3512 5 Avenue NW)

Sept 17, 21, 22 – AUDITIONS for MIRACLE ON 34th STREET – Calling all performing artists!  Morpheus Theatre is proud to present this Christmas Classic! When Kris Kringle, a nice old man from a retirement home gets a job working as a Christmas Santa at Macy’s, his honest and generous spirit unleashes waves of good will throughout New York City, and a hint of magic in the heart of a very practical little girl. Share this perennial holiday favorite with the entire family this season!

SEPTEMBER 27 – OCTOBER 5 – LEND ME A TENOR–  It’s the biggest night in the history of the Cleveland Grand Opera Company! The world-famous Tenor, Tito Merelli, is set to appear as the star of the opera at the gala season opener but he arrives late, and through a hilarious series of mishaps, he is given a double dose of tranquilizers and passes out. In a frantic attempt to save the evening and fool the audience, Tito is replaced by Max, an assistant with little stage training… But when the real Tenor suddenly awakens and gets into costume, the chaos of mistaken identities, mixed signals and misunderstandings has everyone scrambling! Buy tickets HERE

Sept 28 –Teen Shakespeare with Iam Coulter – Back to School Shakespeare – for TEENS! A crash course for teens on diving into Shakespeare plays in ways that are dynamic, playful and totally desk free! Get a jump-start on understanding some of Shakespeare’s most well-loved plays before they come up in your classroom. Participants will interact in playful ways that: awaken the emotional, imaginative and physical worlds of the play, explore heightened language, rhetorical devices and verse structure, inspire personally connected and intellectually dynamic performances.

EARLY OCT – AUDITIONS for THE GRADUATE – sign up coming soon!

Oct 12 – G&S JR Theatre School Begins! Both Classes are full once again.  Thank you for your support.

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SEASON TICKETS are still on sale. Help us reach 400 for our 25th! Information on our shows & packages HERE

WORKSHOPS – A full season of awesome workshops is in the works! Information HERE

SPACE RENTAL – Morpheus is proud to offer a variety of arts spaces at reasonable rates.  More information HERE!

 

Contract Opportunity – Production Manager

Morpheus Theatre is a Calgary-based community theatre company entering our 25^th season.  We produce four main productions each year at the Pumphouse Theatre, run a G&S Junior Theatre School program and various educational workshops for adults throughout the season.  Read more about us and our upcoming season at www.morpheustheatre.ca.

 

Morpheus Theatre is seeking a candidate with strong project management and technical theatre knowledge to fill the part-time position of Production Manager. This contract runs from July 23, 2019 to May 31, 2020 with the potential to renew.  The ideal candidate will have a desire to remain with the program for a few years.

It is expected that work will be primarily concentrated around our producing activities, with some planning work throughout the season. The Production Manager is required to attend all production meetings for the 4 main productions, which are typically scheduled bi-weekly, and be available for load-in to the theatre, throughout tech week and the performance run, as needed, and strike.  Tech weeks begin September 22, 2019, December 1, 2019, January 26, 2020, April 26, 2020, and May 3, 2020.

 

The contract fee is set at $4,000; payable $1,000 per main production.

 

The successful candidate will:

• Be able to work both independently and in close collaboration on tasks
• Be able to problem-solve calmly and effectively, including when under pressure
• Be a strong communicator, both in person and in writing
• Have experience with how to create a budget and track expenses
• Have knowledge of theatrical sound and lighting equipment
• Be able to participate ‘hands on’ in set ups and strikes
• Previous experience as a theatre technical director, production manager or running a venue is an asset

 

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Production Management and technical support for:
  • Morpheus Theatre’s 4 main productions
  • G&S Junior Theatre School performances (May 2020)
  • Assistance to Morpheus’ one-act play
• Reporting to the Artistic Director, ensure issues are escalated appropriately
• Attend and chair all production meetings
• Liaise between directors, stage managers and designers throughout rehearsals, runs, tech, and performances
• Sourcing, renting and purchasing materials as necessary for the productions
• Schedule and run tech days in the theatre space, ensuring there is adequate volunteers for light hangs and set load-in and strike
• Liaising with the venue
• Ensuring that the productions are aware of and complying to the requirements of the rental agreement.
• Providing technical assistance for productions as required
• Available on an on-call basis between load-in and strike to troubleshoot technical problems that may arise during the run of a show

 

We are committed to employment equity and diversity and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. We will happily provide training and opportunities for growth for the right candidate to be successful in this position.

If you have any questions or are interested in applying please email the Artistic Director at the address below.  Applications should include your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and your artistic practice.  Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

 

Contact:

               Sean Anderson
               Artistic Director
               Email: info@morpheustheatre.ca

Deadline for Applications: July 25, 2019

 

Contract Opportunity – Production Manager

 

Summer is nearly here, but we still have a workshop, auditions and a BBQ to go!

If you saw great work at our recent presentation of PRINCESS IDA (or any of our shows this year), we encourage you to nominate a performer, director or designer in recognition. Click HERE to honour our volunteers.

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ANNOUNCING OUR 25th SILVER SEASON of Shows Worth Seeing!

Lend Me A Tenor – September 27 to October 5, 2019, By Ken Ludwig
Miracle on 34th Street – December 6 to 14, 2019, Adapted from the novel by Valentine Davies. Based on the 20th Century Fox movie Miracle on 34th Street
The Graduate – January 31 – February 15, 2020, Adapted by Terry Johnson, based on the novel by Charles Webb & the screenplay by Calder Willingham & Buck Henr
The Pirates of Penzance –  May 1 – 16.  2020, By W.S. Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan

**Directors will be announced soon!

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UPCOMING EVENTS!

June 8 –Masks Inside and Out with Steve Jarand – We all hide behind different versions of ourselves. The roles we play are temporary masks we wear. These masks help us navigate through our lives, yet revealing what lies underneath may feel too personal. But if we wear a real mask and play the game of disguise, honest expression turns our self-consciousness into an adventure. Showing something genuine from inside feels like a universal truth. It is a joy for us, and a gift to the audience. Fabulous Value!

June 9, 2:00 – 4:00 – Annual Appreciation BBQ – Join us for an afternoon of FREE BBQ, door prizes, socializing, and show reminiscing all hosted by our wonderful Board of Directors!  Show mementos will be available for pick up (cast photos, etc).  There will also be information on our new season, and how to get involved. At Home at Morpheus, 3512 5 Avenue NW

June 18, 19, 20 – Auditions for LEND ME A TENOR – More information coming soon!

June 22, 23 – Casino Fundraiser – Every 18 months or so the Alberta Government grants Morpheus Theatre a license to hold a casino as a fundraiser! These casinos bring in up to $70,000 or more for our use in putting on shows.  To make these casinos work we need to fill some 36-38 shifts – at roughly $2,000 per volunteer shift, this can be a great way to support Morpheus! If you would like to volunteer to be a BACK UP for shift or two, please sign up HERE!

June 30 – Early Bird Deadline for Silver Season Tickets – Download the order form HERE

July 1 – G&S JR Open Registration Begins – Students from the 2018-2019 year can re-register by calling the office at 403-246-2999 or emailing tickets@morpheustheatre.ca

July 31 – Early Bird Deadline for G&S JR Registration 

August 24 – Cat Awards Gala – Another year, another party! Have you nominated your favorites? www.calgary-acts.com

August 30, 31 & Sept 1 – Books Between Friends Fundraiser – IS BACK!  Morpheus Now accepting donations at our Home in Parkdale, 3512 5 Avenue NW

Sept 17, 21, 22 – Auditions for MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET – More information coming this summer!

September 27 – October 5 – LEND ME A TENOR

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CAT NOMINATIONS –  Nominations are always open! Visit the webpage HERE!

G&S SINGERS ON HIATUS – Our recreational community chorus has decided to take a break while we prepare for Ida. For questions, please contact the office.

RENTAL CHANGES COMING JULY 1 – In order to continue to provide quality, low cost rental space, we will be streamlining our rental process.  Stay tuned!

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