All artistic producers are collectively responsible for the company’s daily operations while leaning on specific skill sets to make the day-to-day running of Azimuth Theatre as effective as possible. This model combats burnout and will support significant organizational and individual growth through ongoing skill-sharing, dual mentorship, and administrative stability.
Sue Goberdhan – Azimuth Theatre Co-Artistic Producer – Since 2020
Sue Goberdhan (she/her) is an Indo-Caribbean actor, singer, arts administrator, advocate, playwright, and collaborator. She has dedicated her career to advocating for the revitalization of the foundation of Edmonton’s theatre community to include and celebrate the stories and voices of people from marginalized communities.
As an actor, some of her favorite acting credits include Sue in E DAY (Serial Collective), Nadira in CHUMP (Could Be Cool Theatre), Leah in Marnie Day (Could Be Cool Theatre), and Pluto Krasinski in What’s the Deal? (Success 5000). She is also co-founder of the new musical theatre company Could Be Cool Theatre.
Sue graduated from MacEwan University with a diploma in Arts and Cultural Management, and attended the University of Alberta in pursuit of a degree in Drama. Thus far, she has spent her arts administration career working for several theatre companies in Edmonton including Grindstone Theatre and SkirtsAFire Festival. In October of 2020, Sue had the distinct privilege of beginning her tenure as Co-Artistic Producer at Azimuth Theatre. She has since also worked as Interim Executive Director at Rapid Fire Theatre and is presently the Administration Director at Theatre Alberta’s Artstrek.
Sue makes her proverbial bag here in Treaty 6 Territory (colonially known as Edmonton, Alberta.) As someone who lives in this body with roots stretching beyond Turtle Island to Guyana, India, China, and lands unbeknownst to her, she is grateful for the parts of her heritage that have rooted her here in this gorgeous land that has nourished, taught, humbled, and sheltered her. Sue continues to benefit from the tremendous losses suffered by the Indigenous peoples who cared for this land long before she was born. She works every day to learn, listen, and do as much as she can to be a better ally and advocate today than she was yesterday.
Morgan Yamada – Azimuth Theatre Co-Artistic Producer – Since 2020
Morgan Yamada’s (she/her) family roots extend from Germany, Japan, and many other places, all meeting in amiskwaciwâskahikan, also known as Edmonton. Here, she is proudly one of Azimuth Theatre’s Co-Artistic Producers, where she leads with a commitment to inclusive curation, collaboration, and arts education.
With a strong background in physical-based theatre and new work development, she brings her varied experiences as an actor, fight director, administrator, and arts educator to every project. She has performed as an actor in theatres nationwide as part of award-winning ensembles.As a fight director, Morgan has collaborated with high schools, universities, and professional theatres, choreographing stage violence and teaching workshops and courses. She prioritizes sustainable practices and artist agency, fostering communication and ensemble support in all her projects.
A University of Alberta BFA Acting alum and a Fight Instructor with the Academy of Fight Directors Canada, Morgan has worked across Canada, contributing to award-winning ensembles.Morgan’s role at Azimuth Theatre allows her to blend her artistic vision with her dedication to creating inclusive, collaborative environments. By integrating technology, care, and curating space for bold work to thrive. For more about her work, visit www.morganyamada.com.
Andrés Moreno – Azimuth Theatre Associate Artistic Producer – Since 2023
Andrés Moreno is a proud Colombian artist and creator, and an immigrant to Turtle Island, based in Treaty 6 territory. They have always believed in the power of sharing stories and lived experiences to heal and connect communities and they believe that joy and care are at the vital to create spaces in which artists can thrive.
Their work as a performer has taken them to stages worldwide, from Whitehorse to Dublin, and all around Alberta and their favorite part of being an artist is collaborating with others to exchange knowledge and lived experiences. Andrés’s many interests include puppetry, playwriting, acting, directing, creation work, and design with a new focus on film and multimedia. Recently, their focus has been on increasing accountability, reflectivity, and agency in the arts through their roles as Associate Co-Producer with Azimuth Theatre and Outreach and Partnership Coordinator with Theatre Alberta. Andrés is dedicated to weaving a culture of care into all their work and making space for other artists, paying forward the support they have received throughout their career.
