phoenix theatre
Phoenix theatre’s opening show doesn’t stick the landing
It’s hard not to admire The Salty Scent of Home’s ambitions in conveying the immigrant experience, but in terms of conveying these powerful stories and experiences through the medium of…
UVic alumnus’ new play ‘Tiresias’ sets the stage for Trans voices
Bechtold emphasizes the importance of trans stories being written by trans people. “It’s important for trans people to tell trans stories, because then they’re more nuanced. They create stronger validation…
Director and UVic Theatre grad wins alumni award
Arespacochaga believes that the most important thing in theatre is to make sure that everyone involved feels ownership of the piece they are creating.
The Phoenix Theatre showcases strengths of Shakespeare in Twelfth Night
From Viola’s unrequited crush on Orsino to the Fool just trying to find a job, everything is clear to the audience. And, given the comedic beats, moments of physical acting…
The Phoenix Theatre’s latest spectacle musical is lighthearted fun — but that’s it
The Phoenix Theatre’s most recent production of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is exactly what it says on the tin. Following a lively ensemble cast of seven quirky…
Eyes of the Beast explores devastating consequences of climate disasters
'Eyes of the Beast: Climate Change Disaster Survivor Stories' offers insight into the tangible, human toll behind these tragic events — which are caused or exacerbated by the effects of…
The understated community of ‘Hot L Baltimore’
The work of Landford Wilson, Hot L Baltimore’s playwright, has been described as “portrait[s] of losers on the margins of life.”
