Arts Umbrella Theatre, Music & Film

ALUMNI & STUDENT SPOTLIGHT | Lucia Liberato & Rebecca Floresco ⁠
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Half Day Musical Theatre alum, Lucia Liberato, and Musical Theatre Troupe student, Rebecca Floresco, take the stage in You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown! ✨ ⁠
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Presented by Ryver's House, this beloved musical follows Charlie Brown and the Peanuts gang through a series of heartwarming and hilarious adventures. Lucia stars as Lucy Van Pelt, while Rebecca takes on the role of Schroeder. ⁠
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📍 Waterfront Theatre, Granville Island ⁠
📅 Catch the show June 25–28 ⁠
🎟️ https://www.ryvershouse.com/charliebrown

FACULTY & ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT | Francis Dowlatabadi and Sewite Haile

Check out the amazing work of Theatre Instructor, Francis, and Theatre Troupe Alum, Sewite, featured in the recent release of The Parallel Project - a groundbreaking collection of monologues written by and for IBPOC and racialized artists.

Emerging from an innovative monologue-writing initiative, this vital resource brings together original commissioned works designed to reflect a diverse range of voices, lived experiences, and cultural perspectives.

📖Pick up your copy here: https://www.playwrightscanada.com/Books/T/The-Parallel-Project3

Commedia Dell'Art-Ish was a HIT! 🎭✨

Congratulations to our Sketch Comedy and Improv Troupe on a hilarious two-day adventure on the Island of Port Mingus. Thank you to everyone who brought this wildly entertaining production to life!

Written by the Sketch Comedy and Improv Troupe

Director: Olivia Paluzzi
Stage Manager: Laura Reynolds
Technical Director: Charlie Beaver
Masks: Monica Emme

Bravo to the entire cast and crew for an unforgettable performance! 👏

📸Javier Sotres

🎬 Big news! The Stanley House, created by our 2025 Film Troupe, is headed to the Kelowna Independent Film Festival. See you on the big screen!

Check it out Sat, Jun 20th, 6:30 PM @ Grand 10 Kelowna (Landmark Cinemas)

This film is one of several projects developed through our Film Troupe, a yearlong program where emerging actors collaborate with industry professionals to develop their craft and bring original stories to the screen.

🎬️Crew Credits:⁠
Stephanie Izsak: Writer/Director⁠
Andy Toth: Executive Producer⁠
Erik Gow: Producer⁠
Erin Purghart: Producer⁠
David Cohen: Producer⁠
Kyle Sanborn: Producer/Editor ⁠
Laurin Kaardal: Producer⁠

📽️Cast Credits:⁠
Matthew McDonalbaine:"Mr. Gorson"⁠
Orianne Brunet:"Reesa"⁠
Rufus Masaaki Poitié: "Pete"⁠
Bianca Walters: "Tarin"⁠
Beatrix Watson: "Melody"⁠
Connor Wong: "Mikey"⁠

https://kelownafilmfestival.eventive.org/schedule

'The Worst of Us' is taking shape thanks to the passion, creativity, and dedication of our Film Troupe students and creative team.
Here's a glimpse behind the scenes as they bring this project from page to screen—we can't wait for you to see the final film.

Written by Deborah Vogt
Directed by Caylee Watrin
Produced by Jasmine Hans
With guidance from instructors Erik Gow and Ivana Franz.

📸 Photos by Bruce Yan

Prepare to Laugh!🎭️ COMMEDIA DELL'ART-ISH Opens TOMORROW!
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Devised and performed by our Sketch Comedy and Improv Troupe, Commedia dell'Art-ish is a hilarious take on a classic art form, taking to the stage of the Jack and Darlene Poole Theatre as part of Expressions Theatre Festival, presented by

🎬️Showtimes:⁠
Friday, June 5 | 7PM | Opening Night Reception⁠
Saturday, June 6 | 7PM⁠
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🎟️Tickets are on sale now:
https://artsumbrella.tickit.ca/events/33337-commedia-dell-art-ish

🎭 June 13 — Advanced Troupe & Professional Half Day Training Program auditions are coming up!

Nervous about auditioning? Totally normal 💛
We’ve got you — swipe through for helpful tips to help you feel ready for the room.

Questions? [email protected]
https://www.artsumbrella.com/theatre-music-film/troupe-auditions/

Coming up quick: Commedia dell'Art-ish! 🎭️
Devised and Performed by the Sketch Comedy and Improv Troupe

Friday, June 5| 7pm | Opening Night Reception
Saturday, June 6 | 7pm

About the show: On the beautiful island of Port Mingus, we meet an eclectic group of townspeople just trying to live their lives. It’s the year 19-oh something or other, and everything is fine. The lovers are in love. Someone’s “business” is doing well enough. People are content with their jobs and stations in life. So what happens when a father says no?
What happens when a mysterious newcomer lands on their shores?
Wait, do those two in the back have a catapult??
WHAT WAS THAT NOISE??
IS THIS PLACE HAUNTED???!!?!

Let’s explore this together. I bet it’s going to be so much fun.

Written by the Sketch Comedy and Improv Troupe
Director - Olivia Paluzzi
Stage Manager - Laura Reynolds
Technical Director - Charlie Beaver
Masks - Monica Emme

Get your tickets: https://artsumbrella.tickit.ca/events/33337-commedia-dell-art-ish

It’s a toss up! The final few performances of As You Like It are here—Which one will you catch?

Saturday, May 30 | 2pm | Pay What You Can
Saturday, May 30 | 7pm
Sunday, May 31 | 2pm

Grab your tickets: https://artsumbrella.tickit.ca/events/33336-as-you-like-it

🎭 Grab your friends, grab your tickets, and join us for As You Like It before the curtain closes! ✨

There are only a few performances left, and you won’t want to miss this joyful, music-filled production from our musical theatre troupe

Check out the schedule— get your tickets now! 🎟️https://artsumbrella.tickit.ca/events

📍 Upcoming Shows:
Thursday, May 28 | 7pm
Friday, May 29 | 7pm
Saturday, May 30 | 2pm | Pay What You Can
Saturday, May 30 | 7pm
Sunday, May 31 | 2pm