For almost 35 years the Belfry Theatre has been Victoria's home for first-class productions of remarkable plays. Welcome back - for a season of stories filled with beauty, laughter, hope - and some very bad behavior – plays about finding the joy in everyday life. Please join us!
Michael Shamata, Artistic Director
by Michel Nadeau,
in collaboration with Marie-Josée Bastien, Lorraine Côté, Hugues Frenette, Pierre-François Legendre, Véronika Makdissi-Warren and Jack Robitaille
Directed by Michael Shamata,
Translated by Maureen Labonté
English Language Premiere
"...do not miss this ode to life and the theatre." Le Devoir, Montreal
"... a fabulous tribute to the imagination and the beauty of this world... full of warmth and a rare sensitivity." paperblog.fr, Paris
A love letter to life. Mr. Mann, like many of us, is quietly passing through life. A random office draw wins him tickets to the theatre, to see Chekhov's The Three Sisters and in those few precious hours his life begins to make sense. His quiet yearning for happiness seems to take on meaning. And Slowly Beauty... is a fresh, gentle revelation of the beauty of life and the transformative power of art.
A coproduction with the National Arts Centre, Ottawa
by David French,
Directed by Patrick MacDonald
" Jitters is the happiest case of stage fright I have ever encountered." New York Post
"A comedic masterpiece... Jitters is witty, affectionate, bitchy; bitterly touching. French handles a complicated idea with great sophistication." Toronto Star
A delicious backstage comedy about life in the theatre. Jitters opens on the night of a preview of a new play, The Care and Treatment of Roses. Within minutes, the audience is plunged into the world of the theatre - larger-than-life personalities, easily bruised egos, contradictory interpretations of role and script - complicated by faulty props, close quarters, lost lines, and bad reviews, and all magnified by the opening night "jitters" of cast, crew, writer, and director.
by Michele Riml,
Directed by Andrew McIlroy
Premiere
Three women from three very different walks of life. One actress in a tour de force performance. With great humour, and greater empathy, the author of Sexy Laundry gives voice to three ordinary souls - challenged by the world around them. A surprising and magical encounter propels the final character forward into a world of hope and possibility.
on the edge is a moving testament to womanhood, humanity and life.
by Yasmina Reza / Translated by Christopher Hampton,
Directed by Glynis Leyshon
"Hilarious... crackling wit and raucous physical comedy... it's perfect." Newcity, New York
"Evenings in the theater don't get any funnier than... Yasmina Reza's romp through the weed-filled garden of modern marriage..." TheRecord, New York
"There's much to be said for intelligent entertainment, and God of Carnage fills that bill with more than enough room to spare." Wall Street Journal, New York
A comedy of manners, without the manners. From the author of Art, this Tony and Olivier Award-winning play begins as two power couples, Veronique and Michel, Annette and Alain, meet to amicably resolve a playground fight between their sons. As lines are drawn and allegiances are made and broken, the conversation quickly turns into a laugh-out-loud, train wreck of an evening, complete with clafouti and espresso.
by Jacob Richmond, lyrics and music by Brooke Maxwell and Jacob Richmond
Directed by Britt Small and Jacob Richmond
Choreography by Treena Stubel
Rielle Braid, Kelly Hudson, Elliott Loran, Sarah Pelzer, Kholby Wardell, Carey Wass, and Alex Wlasenko
"...probably the most uproarious and outrageous piece of musical theatre Canada has ever produced." Globe and Mail, Toronto
"...riotously funny, always surprising and filled with five shows' worth of solid ideas." Now Magazine, Toronto
We are pleased to welcome Atomic Vaudeville to the Belfry, showcasing some of Victoria's most talented young performers.
It's a comedy, a tragedy, and a musical ride as a teenage chamber choir from Uranium, Saskatchewan die in a roller coaster accident at a traveling fair. Karnack, a mechanized fortune-telling machine, feels responsible for the young choir's demise, and gives the teens a chance to express themselves to the world after death. Ride the Cyclone is their final recital, where they celebrate their individuality while coming to terms with their untimely demise.
by Linda Carson, Jill Daum, Alison Kelly, Robin Nichol, Barbara Pollard and Deborah Williams
Starring Jill Daum, Alison Kelly, Barbara Pollard and Deborah Williams
"You'll laugh. You'll cry. Your heart will be full." The Georgia Straight, Vancouver
"I can't remember an audience enjoying itself as much. And I was right in there laughing my head off." Vancouverplays, Vancouver
From tots to teens the Moms have tackled them all and now they are back! The shockingly funny Moms reunite to bring us highlights from the smash hits Mom's the Word and Mom's the Word 2: Unhinged, their globetrotting, multi award-winning comedies. They've touched hearts and tickled funny bones from Australia to London's West End with their true stories of the heartache and joy of motherhood. New mom or grandmother, male or female, the Moms will move you to laughter and put a lump in your throat.
One of the most exciting arts events in the city, our annual mid-winter SPARK Festival is two weeks of new, cutting edge theatre. We'll present four new plays from across Canada; many will go on to tour the country and the world. Working with Victoria's talented artists and companies we present free miniplays, little gems staged throughout the building that will leave you wanting more. SPARK also features new play readings, Belfry 101 Live, professional development workshops and much more.
Season Tickets Benefits
Join the thousands of Victorians who enjoy the Belfry year after year. Here are a few of the benefits you’ll enjoy:
Savings
Season ticket holders save up to 22% on regular ticket prices – even more if you’re a student or senior!
Best Seats in the House
Order now and guarantee your seats for the 2011/2012 season, before any single ticket sales begin. You can keep those seats season after season, or if you’d like to change them in the future, you’ll move to the front of the line.
Choice
We offer eight different season ticket packages – one is sure to fit your lifestyle. Some are designed for the budget minded (Previews and Matinees), and others offer set evenings throughout the year so you can plan ahead.
If you prefer really flexible season tickets we recommend our Six Pack Vouchers – you can choose the shows and times you would like to attend, at a discount, at your convenience.
Ticket Discounts
You will receive a two-for-one ticket voucher that you can use to attend either Mom’s the Word: Remixed or Ride the Cyclone. Vouchers will be mailed mid-June.
You can also buy discounted passes (four vouchers valid for any show or performance) for our hugely popular mid-winter SPARK Festival.
Easy Ticket Exchange
There are 37 performances of each Mainstage production. If you can’t attend your scheduled performance, return your tickets to the box office at least 48 hours prior to your performance (in person, by mail, fax or email) and receive tickets for another performance of the same play (subject to availability). An upgrade fee may apply.
Lost Tickets
We’re happy to replace your lost or stolen tickets. Give us a call at 250-385-6815 and we’ll take care of the details.
No Service Charges
Belfry subscribers pay no service charges. The price you see (plus HST) is the price you pay – no costly surprises.
Free Childcare
During two of our Sunday Matinees, we offer free, professional childcare (ages 3 to 10). Space is limited. Give us a call at 250-385-6815 and we’ll give you all of the details.
Free Dining Discount Card
Buy your season tickets to our Saturday at 4 pm performances and you’ll receive our free Dining Discount Card - good for substantial discounts at some of your favourite restaurants. Some restrictions apply. Offer does not include alcohol or gratuities.
Ways to Order
It’s easiest by phone 250-385-6815
Call the Box Office and charge your order to Visa, MasterCard or American Express (Monday to Friday- 9:30 am to 5 pm).
By Fax
Fax your order form and credit card information to 250-385-6336
By Mail
Mail your order form with payment to:
The Belfry Theatre, 1291 Gladstone Ave., Victoria, BC, V8T 1G5.
In Person
Drop by our Box Office (Monday to Friday – 9:30 am to 5 pm).
Questions?
Please call the Box Office at 250-385-6815 or email boxoffice@belfry.bc.ca
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Victoria, British Columbia
Canada, V8T 1G5
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Phone: 250-385-6815
Fax: 250-385-6336
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