Call to musicians for Woody Guthrie Open Mic at James Joyce Sept 8

As part of The Fredericton Playhouse Experience More! Program, local artists and Guthrie enthusiasts alike are invited to showcase their musical prowess with the songs of legends Arlo and Woody Guthrie on Saturday, September 8 at 7:30pm at the James Joyce Pub. Emceed by local favourite Mike Bravener, the Open Mic serves as the perfect …

Christmas @theplayhouse Audition Notice

Joy to the world! Fredericton’s favourite Christmas show returns, and it’s time for you to strut your holiday stuff and show our esteemed panel why YOU should be a part of Christmas @theplayhouse. This show has become an annual tradition, and a family favourite with Fredericton audiences, so don’t miss your chance to be a …

Fredericton continues to enjoy a busy Playhouse

The Fredericton Playhouse continues to enjoy a high activity level and broad participation by the community despite operating in what it calls a “challenging consumer environment”. In its annual report to Fredericton City Council last night, Playhouse Executive Director Tim Yerxa outlined the results of the City’s premiere performance venue’s 2011-12 season. The 709-seat Playhouse …

Incubator Dance Lab takes a peek inside the creative process of Lesandra Dodson

In preparation for her new work titled The Trilogy Project, which debuts as part of The Fredericton Playhouse Spotlight Series next January, Fredericton-based contemporary dance choreographer Lesandra Dodson gives us a rare peek into her creative process as she presents her new duet A Leash for Two Hounds as a work-in-progress at The Charlotte Street …