Andorlie Hillstrom and Robert Ursan, Co Artistic Directors of The Golden Apple Theatre, are pleased to announce the inaugural season:

November 17 to 28, 2010

Jacques Brel is Alive and Well & Living in Paris

Production Conception, English Lyrics and Additional Material by Eric Blau and Mort Shuman; Based on Jacques Brel’s Lyrics and Commentary; Music by Jacques Brel

Directed by Geoffrey Whynot

Featuring Andorlie Hillstrom, Ingrid Nilson, Jeff Irving & Robert Ursan

The poignant, passionate and profound songs of Belgian songwriter Jacques Brel are brought to vivid theatrical life in this intense musical experience.  Brimming with flair, attitude and European sophistication, these rich compositions create a universe all their own that consistently startles with its daring, candor and insight.

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June 1 to 12, 2011

Bologne, A Tale in 3 Symphonic Acts

Adapted from the Novel by Pascal Blanchet, Production Conception by Andorlie Hillstrom

The curvy, retro lines and atmospheric panels of Canadian Pascal Blanchet’s graphic novel are brought to life in this original dance theatre piece.  Russian fatalism sets the tone as the cast shares the tale of a village butcher, his disabled daughter, and her tutor in their doomed uprising against the swaggering Duke Shostokov.  Light struggles to emerge from the darkness and endurance makes way for heroism, but does anything really change?  Bologne is a smoldering call to arms against heartlessness and greed.

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Plus an exciting fundraising event. Details to be announced later!

Ticket prices

Ticket prices for these productions will be $32.50 for adults, $20 for students (under 18 or with a student card), $15 for Wednesday previews,  and $10 for student matinées.  All prices include GST. Festival Seating will apply.  Advance ticket outlets will be announced at a later date.

Venue

The Golden Apple Theatre is also excited to announce that it will be using the Artesian on 13th as its performance venue for the season.  Built in 1950, the former church at 2627 – 13th Avenue has been restored into a new and intimate performance space that its owners have designed “to arouse a forgotten sense of belonging and purpose in both the performers and their audience, honoring and encouraging high-calibre talent with an appreciative, attentive audience.”