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
-Danielle Irvine, Artistic Director
ICEBERG SEASON IS UPON US
The beginning of iceberg season is usually when the Perchance creative team starts storming the stage, rehearsal halls, and the production cycle begins in earnest.
Astonishingly, the production is just the tip of the iceberg for a theatre company.
Like the tip of a majestic iceberg, the production you would normally see on our stage in Cupids, is the glittering culmination of a long, long process. A process that begins 3-4 years before you see our actors in their costumes, ensconced in striking sets that blend beautifully into our outdoor stage.
But, like 90% of an iceberg, the unseen, huge production team that drives a theatre company remain secreted from the eyes of our audiences. Years of planning, oodles of spreadsheets, a multitude of grant applications and fundraising, creative research and planning, and hours upon hours of meetings lie beneath the surface.
Even with the theatre closed for the summer season, Perchance is busier than ever before as we work on smaller, immediate projects that could be possible in 2020, all while we attend to long-range planning for working in a world that includes COVID-19.
So when the iceberg rolls, and the way forward is clear, the new productions and protocols will arise.
We wish you, our friends, to know that even though our stage appears bare this summer, the hidden 90% of our company is moving forward and needs your support more than ever to keep us confidently moving ahead to the 2021 season.
Like the tip of a majestic iceberg, the production you would normally see on our stage in Cupids, is the glittering culmination of a long, long process. A process that begins 3-4 years before you see our actors in their costumes, ensconced in striking sets that blend beautifully into our outdoor stage.
But, like 90% of an iceberg, the unseen, huge production team that drives a theatre company remain secreted from the eyes of our audiences. Years of planning, oodles of spreadsheets, a multitude of grant applications and fundraising, creative research and planning, and hours upon hours of meetings lie beneath the surface.
Even with the theatre closed for the summer season, Perchance is busier than ever before as we work on smaller, immediate projects that could be possible in 2020, all while we attend to long-range planning for working in a world that includes COVID-19.
So when the iceberg rolls, and the way forward is clear, the new productions and protocols will arise.
We wish you, our friends, to know that even though our stage appears bare this summer, the hidden 90% of our company is moving forward and needs your support more than ever to keep us confidently moving ahead to the 2021 season.
“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.
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.
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.
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.
A United Vision:
How a Diverse Board Helps Arts Organizations Thrive
By Business and Arts NL on Mar 17, 2020
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.
While I don't often list A Midsummer Night's Dream among my top two or three plays, I admit that I'm looking forward to it IMMENSELY this time around. Bring on the fairies, the lovers, and the comedy! Here are resources to lead you into Midsummer:
- A Midsummer Night's Dream Video Introduction: Misha Teramura guides the way into the play.
- A Midsummer Night's Dream: Additional Resources: A few different full performances, and a ballet.
- A Midsummer Night's Dream: From the Folger Archive: A collection of images from the 19th and 20th centuries.
- General Resources: Other resources you may find useful as you read, including links for film adaptations.
Although the play takes place in May, I scheduled it to fall now, in midsummer. I hope you enjoy it!
Ian
