The intimate and beautiful open-air theatre in historic Cupids provides the perfect place to explore the special connection we, as Newfoundlanders and Labradorians, have through our language and culture that will enrich the text and experience of Shakespeare's plays"

-Danielle Irvine, Artistic Director
“We are such stuff as dreams are made on”
 
As the pandemic continues it’s progress around the world, it has cleared yet another stage.  Our sweet theatre, nestled in the trees in Cupids, will not be playing host to beloved characters and cherished audiences this summer.
 
Our originally planned programming will now take place in 2021, which is, in a way, a gift.  We will now have even more time to explore designs and enrich our storytelling.  Creativity takes time, and we have been given a lot of it.  Imagine the possibilities!
 
While we are taking this time to dig deep into our creative initiatives for 2021, we are also working to strengthen our growing company, and to imagine how we can play host to shared in-person experiences in a world that also includes COVID-19.  It is, in fact, a big year ahead.
 
But even as the main focus of the company is turning its eyes to 2021, our hearts and minds are still in 2020 – and there may be, just may be, some small and juicy offerings to come out later this summer.  Stay tuned as Perchance continues to dream.


Audiences and artists the world over are missing being in our magical spaces sharing stories with you.  

As Shakespeare wrote in Henry V:  
"O for a Muse of fire, that would ascend
The brightest heaven of invention,
A kingdom for a stage, princes to act
And monarchs to behold the swelling scene!"

May these strange times be our muse of fire.  May we all find stories to tell with the brightest heaven of invention when once again, you, our monarchs, can behold our swelling scene.

Until then, we wish you all safety, good health, and the joy of friends and family, even if it is distantly.​


A United Vision:
How a Diverse Board Helps Arts Organizations Thrive
By Business and Arts NL on Mar 17, 2020 
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On February 26, Danielle Irvine, Artistic Director of Perchance Theatre at Cupids, gave a passionate speech during Business & Arts NL’s latest Sunrise event at Virtual Marine. Hosted by a different business member each quarter, these early morning events bring together our members to learn about how collaborations between artists and businesses contribute to a flourishing society.

​HOW FAR THAT LITTLE CANDLE THROWS HIS BEAMS

​Thanks to you, our donors, our patrons, and our volunteers, Perchance Theatre at Cupids celebrated its 10th season in the beautiful community of Cupids, welcoming over 2000 people into our theatre.

We, truly, could not do what we do without your support, especially in these trying times.  
​Your impact is real.

As many of you know, the arts are not-for-profit and, as such, the costs of production (months of preparation, weeks of rehearsals, loads of materials, and the many folks working behind the scenes) could never be made affordable to our audiences without the support of grants and donations. 

To those of you who lend your support, we thank you!

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Love's Labour's Lost—some say it's not Shakespeare's best, while others love it. Wherever you fall along the spectrum, I hope you get something out of it this week.

Here are some resources to guide your way:
Enjoy this lighthearted romp.

Ian

Ian Doescher, The Shakespeare 2020 Project​