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Expanse 2024 – Body-Based Stories Reframed.

Morgan YamadaMay 17, 2023Leave a Comment

The festival unfolds through two primary streams: the Mainstage Series features performance works by local, regional, national, and … Read More

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  • Azimuth Community Highlight – Lacey Hews July 11, 2025
  • June Artist Highlight – Philip Hackborn June 11, 2025
  • January Artist Highlight – Tia Ashley Kushniruk (亚 女弟) January 5, 2025

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movement-makers, theatre artists, and collaborator movement-makers, theatre artists, and collaborators across disciplines. ✨⁠ ⁠ This redesigned Performance Lab brings together two powerful workshops facilitated by Carly Neis (she/they), Richard Lee (he/him), and Miranda Allen (she/her). There will be space to move, reflect, and connect throughout the day. Expect embodied exploration, practical tools for inclusive collaboration, and a shared lunch to keep the conversation going.⁠ ⁠ Performance Lab #1: Diverse Travels Over Common Ground⁠ Led by: Richard Lee ⁠ Explore weight, space, and time as shared universals—while embracing the many ways different bodies experience them. This session dives into inclusive movement-making strategies, unison and partnered work, and translating intention across diverse bodies.⁠ ⁠ Performance Lab #2: Translating Movement Across Diverse Bodies⁠ Led by: Carly Neis, Miranda Allen and Richard Lee ⁠ A hands-on workshop for disabled and non-disabled movers exploring the logistics, mechanics, and unique features of various mobility aids in shared space and inter-abled collaborative movement⁠ ⁠ 📅 Schedule⁠ ⁠ 11:00–12:30 Lab #1⁠ 12:30–1:30 Lunch & Mixer ( Optional Bánh mì lunch add-on )⁠ 1:30–3:00 Lab #2⁠ ⁠ Come move, learn, and imagine new ways of working together. 💫⁠ ⁠ 🔗 Registration link in bio⁠
✨ CALL FOR LOBBYISTS ENSEMBLE MEMBERS ✨⁠ ⁠ Azimuth ✨ CALL FOR LOBBYISTS ENSEMBLE MEMBERS ✨⁠ ⁠ Azimuth Theatre is casting the Lobbyist Performing Ensemble for Expanse Festival 2026. We’re looking for queer women and non-binary artists with a passion for movement, dance, and collaborative creation.⁠ ⁠ Lobbyists will create site-responsive work throughout the festival and participate as part of the dance ensemble in Ultra Violets, a mainstage festival production from Vancouver. No dance experience? No problem! Curiosity, physical awareness, and willingness to learn matter most.⁠ ⁠ Auditions are playful, low-pressure, and collaborative.⁠ ⁠ 🗓 Deadline to apply: January 17, 2026⁠ 🔗 Apply via Link In Bio⁠ ⁠ Photo Credit: 2025 Lobbyists Ensemble, Marc Chalifoux Photography
Make a Difference This Giving Tuesday with Azimuth Make a Difference This Giving Tuesday with Azimuth Theatre! ⁠ ⁠ 2026 marks Azimuth Theatre’s 35th anniversary — a huge milestone for a tiny-but-mighty company that champions bold ideas, underrepresented voices, and community-rooted storytelling.⁠ ⁠ We're raising funds to help Azimuth dream a little bigger — a major step toward expanding the stories we can share and the artists we can uplift.⁠ Your donation directly fuels that dream. ⁠ ⁠ Here’s how your support creates impact:⁠ 🎭 Powerful Performances: Bolstering brave, innovative, and diverse work on local stages.⁠ 🌱 Mentorship & Artist Development: Supporting accessible, meaningful educational opportunities for emerging and established artists.⁠ 🤝 Equity & Accessibility: ensuring Pay-What-You-Will access, securing accessible measures like ASL Interpretation and open captioning, and championing equitable compensation for artists.⁠ ⁠ Every dollar moves us closer to a more vibrant, equitable theatre community.⁠ Donate today — link in bio!⁠ ⁠ Photo Credit: Marc Chalifoux Photography⁠ Left to right: Sue Goberdhan, Andrés Moreno, and Morgan Yamada at the 2025 Expanse Festival ⁠
DEADLINE EXTENDED - JAN 10th, 2026 Azimuth Theat DEADLINE EXTENDED - JAN 10th, 2026 Azimuth Theatre is celebrating 35 years of bold, community-driven performance—and we’re reimagining our merch line with a design created in collaboration with a BIPOC digital visual artist.⁠ ⁠ We’re seeking an artist whose work reflects transformation, movement, identity, and community care—the values that have shaped Azimuth’s history and continue to guide our future.⁠ ⁠ You’ll collaborate with our Artistic Producers to create a small set of merch-ready designs for shirts, hats, mugs, totes, and more for our 2026 launch.⁠ ⁠ What You’ll Receive⁠ • $2,750 artist fee (includes full buyout + exclusive commercial rights for Azimuth)⁠ • Your work featured in our 35th Anniversary campaign⁠ • Your art showcased in our upcoming Azimuth Theatre documentary⁠ ⁠ Who We’re Looking For⁠ • BIPOC artists in Edmonton or surrounding areas⁠ • Emerging or established⁠ • Unique visual voice; digital/illustration/print experience an asset⁠ ⁠ How to Apply⁠ Updated Deadline: January 10, 2026 Submit via: Link in our Bio⁠ Or email: info@azimuththeatre.com⁠ ⁠ Let’s build something beautiful together.⁠ This project is supported by the Edmonton Community Foundation.⁠
✨️Save the Date! ✨️⁠ Azimuth Theatre’s Annual Gene ✨️Save the Date! ✨️⁠ Azimuth Theatre’s Annual General Meeting is coming up!⁠ 📅 Thursday, November 6, 2025⁠ 🕰️7:00–8:00 PM⁠ 📍 The Playhouse (10033 80 Ave NW)⁠ ⁠ Join us as we reflect on the year, share what’s ahead, and connect with our incredible community.⁠ ⁠ RSVP through our Google Form so we can plan for quorum and accessibility needs. Link in bio!
☕ Az Coffee Hangs are Back for 2025–2026! ☕⁠ ⁠ We’ ☕ Az Coffee Hangs are Back for 2025–2026! ☕⁠ ⁠ We’re thrilled to start up for another season of conversation and connection at Fringe Grounds Café! Come down and join us for mornings that are all about sharing stories, asking questions, and dreaming big together. Whether you’re an artist, arts worker, or community member, there’s always a seat for you at the table.⁠ ⁠ When: Every last Friday of the month⁠ Time: At our new time of 11 AM – 1 PM to allow a little more sleep-in time!⁠ Where: Fringe Grounds Café⁠ ⁠ Don't forget you get 15% off all non-alcoholic items when you join us for a coffee hang thanks to our partnership with Fringe Grounds Café.⁠ ⁠ Here are the dates for this season:⁠ ⁠ Sept 26, 2025⁠ Oct 31, 2025⁠ Nov 28, 2025⁠ Jan 30, 2026⁠ Feb 27, 2026⁠ Mar 27, 2026⁠ Apr 24, 2026⁠ May 29, 2026⁠ Jun 26, 2026⁠ ⁠ ✨ Let’s make this season full of connection, creativity, and caffeine. See you there!⁠
We LOVE Lacey Hews (she/her)! As a Sign Language I We LOVE Lacey Hews (she/her)! As a Sign Language Interpreter and an all-around wonderful human, Lacey brings so much care, clarity, and joy to everything she does. 💖⁠ ⁠ Since 2022, Lacey has helped us create more inclusive, welcoming spaces for our audiences and artists. She’s passionate about connecting with diverse communities and making accessibility feel joyful and intentional. If you ever get the chance to work with her—do it! And in the meantime, go check out Deaf art any chance you get.⁠ ⁠ We’re so lucky to have Lacey in our community. 🫶 Read more about Lacey at going to our Link in Bio and follow her at @laceyhewsinterpreting⁠ ⁠ #AzimuthCommunity #InterpreterSpotlight #AccessIsLove #YEGTheatre
🎭 Join Azimuth Theatre’s Board of Directors! 🎭⁠ ⁠ 🎭 Join Azimuth Theatre’s Board of Directors! 🎭⁠ ⁠ Are you a passionate supporter of independent artists and original performances? Into movement-based performance? Want to amplify underrepresented perspectives and artists? Then come and support our artistic producers who fiercely work to present and produce artists and their work. ⁠ ⁠ Azimuth Theatre is looking for motivated and creative folks to join our board. We have openings for a President, Treasurer, and general board members. ⁠ ⁠ ✨Apply now through our Link in Bio! ⁠ ⁠ Want to know more about what being a board member is all about? We’d love to talk to you about it! Get in contact with us to learn more by emailing presidentandtreasurer@azimuththeatre.com⁠ ⁠ #AzimuthTheatre #VolunteerwithAZ #YEGTheatre #Volunteer #YEG #SupportTheArts #ExpanseFestival#yegvolunteer⁠ ⁠ Photo Credit: Marc Chalifoux Photography ⁠ ⁠ Alt-Text: A group of 13 smiling people pose together in front of an Azimuth Theatre backdrop. Some are seated, others standing. A few wear matching purple caps. One person uses a wheelchair, and a service dog is partially visible. Large text reads: “Call for Board Members!” ⁠
🌈☕ June Coffee Hangs ☕🌈⁠ ⁠ Sashay your way to Frin 🌈☕ June Coffee Hangs ☕🌈⁠ ⁠ Sashay your way to Fringe Grounds Café and spill the tea (or coffee) with your pals at Azimuth Theatre! Whether you’re an artist, audience, organizer, or just love a good chat, this hangout is your space to connect, caffeinate, and celebrate you.⁠ ⁠ 🎭 Got a bold idea or burning question?⁠ 🎭 Wanna gab about joy, creativity, or your latest project?⁠ 🎭 Just need a cozy Friday morning with fabulous folks?⁠ ⁠ We’re here for the chats, the chuckles, and the community magic. Show up loud, proud, and exactly as you are — we can’t wait to see you.⁠ ⁠ 📍 Fringe Grounds Café⁠ 📅 Friday, June 27⁠ 🕙 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM⁠ ⁠ A big thank you to our partners at Fringe Theatre and Fringe Grounds Café for keeping the coffee flowing and the love growing. 🌈☕✨⁠
🌟 Artist Highlight: Philip Hackborn (they/them) 🌟⁠ 🌟 Artist Highlight: Philip Hackborn (they/them) 🌟⁠ ⁠ This month, we’re celebrating the brilliant Philip Hackborn—creator of connection, transformation, and unexpected magic! ✨⁠ ⁠ They just wrapped FEED at Mile Zero Dance (Zero Lab #3, 2025) with director Tia Kushniruk and producer Ainsley Hillyard. AND they produced Madness and Other Ghost Stories for Found Festival 2024—campfire ghost tales in Mill Creek Ravine! 🔥👻⁠ ⁠ The campfire was just the beginning for their new company, re:Create—a space for mad art, mad joy, and deep care. 🖤⁠ ⁠ Discover more about Philip at azimuththeatre.com⁠ ⁠ #AzimuthTheatre #ArtistHighlight #YEGTheatre #YEGartists
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