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"I am always doing that which I can not do, in order that I may learn how to do it."
Pablo Picasso
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Always count on change
Wendy Passmore- Godfrey (Artistic Director and principal performer) announced this month that she had accepted a full time position as Director of Programming the Creative Kids Museum at Telus World of Science. This exciting position offers opportunities for delving into all the arts disciplines, continuing to serve the families of Calgary and promoting the value of arts for both children and community. The Museum opens in Fall 2006.
Wendy’s decision creates some changes with the operations of W.P. Puppet Theatre. This is what we know to date:
1) All existing contracts for both this year and next will be honored.
2) All collaborative work with Peter Puffin will be honored
2) Wendy stays on the Board of Directors as Founding Trustee.
3) Continue with the Puppet Power conference IF a conference coordinator can be hired.
WPTS is exploring options for the following:
1) Hiring and training puppeteer(s)
2) Hiring and training an administrator.
As stakeholders in WPTS we welcome your thoughts, proposals, questions and job applications.
Board members invited to join us.
We want to thank out going board members for their valuable service and invite any persons interested in helping on our board to come forward.
1) Two year service period - meetings 4 times a year.
2) No particular experience required just a commitment to quality puppet theatre and education.
3) Please call Val at 283 8459 or Wendy at 228 3373 or email wppuppet@telus.net.
WTD for Children and Young People
Last month we showcased World Theatre Day – but guess what!- on the same day – March 20th we also celebrate World Theatre Day for Children and Young People.
So here is an excerpt from the message by Wolfgang Schneider (president of ASSITEJ)
“… The child has one hundred languages”, is said by the Italian philosopher Loris Malaguzzi. “But we steal ninety-nine.” Theatre could give back by listening, singing, understanding, loving, speaking, playing and much more. Theatre does not separate the head from the body. It could be an emotional experience, an intelligent imagination, an important cultural invitation…”
www.assitej.org/wtd/wtd2006wolf.asp
Lot's of puppets at
The Calgary International Children’s Festival 20 Years of Affordable Family Fun!
From May 23 – 27, 2006, the Calgary International Children’s Festival brings professional live theatre, dance, music and more to Southern Alberta families. With performances that appeal to everyone: young people, parents and grandparents, the Festival is not your average children’s fare. Celebrating its 20th Anniversary, the Calgary International Children’s Festival boasts world-class performances from Mali, Australia, USA, England, Israel and Canada.
Let the Calgary International Children’s Festival redefine your expectations of what children’s entertainment really can be.
The 2006 Calgary International Children’s Festival takes place in and around the EPCOR CENTRE for the Performing Arts from May 23 - 27, 2006. Information: www.calgarychildfest.org or 294-7414. Tickets are available, starting at $8.50 for all shows except the Jigsaw, after April 3, 2006, through TicketMaster at 403-299-8888 or www.ticketmaster.ca.