Mosquito’s Wedding
Never one to shy away from taking risks, Shumka Ukrainian Dance Company is hosting the world premiere of Mosquito’s Wedding (All We Need is Love).This 50-minute all-ages dance theatre production focuses on the love story between a mosquito and a fly. To make this family friendly show come alive, it features a number of insect characters from various regions of Ukraine.
What makes this production stand apart from others is the introduction of puppetry and stilt-walkers under the direction of Randall Fraser.
Les Sereda directs Mosquito’s Wedding and choreographers include Sturgeon County’s John Pichlyk and St. Albert’s Tasha Orysiuk.
Mosquito’s Wedding runs at the Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium on Oct. 5 and 6. Tickets range from $15 to $75. Visit www.ticketmaster.ca.
Dog Daze of Summer
The Citadel Theatre is literally going to the dogs. The company, in partnership with Dogs With Wings is hosting a fundraiser Wednesday, Aug. 15.Dogs with Wings will introduce assistance dogs and feature a training demonstration at 5 p.m. Immediately following, Rapid Fire theatre ramps up the energy with some puppy improv.
The Citadel will accept pet-themed silent auction items until Aug. 10. Dog Daze takes place between 4:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. For more information, call the box office at 780-425-1820.
Fringe Festival
The Edmonton International Fringe Festival opens its 36th season with a Fringe ‘O’ Saurus Rex theme. For 11 days from Aug. 16 to 26, it presents 1,600 live performances in 38 indoor venues and two outdoor stages in Old Strathcona.The box office officially opens today at noon. Visit the ATB Financial Arts Barns, 10330 – 84 Ave., call 780-409-1910 or online at www.fringetheatre.ca.
