Three scenes in conversation with visual culture Moira Buffini’s Loveplay exhibits spectacles of sex and notions of love. The play’s 10 scenes depict a progression of time, starting during the “Classical Age” and ending in contemporary time, “The Age of Excess.” Here are three of the scenes from Loveplay in conversation with visual culture that is parallel to Buffini’s … Read moreLoveplay Examined through Historical Images
What is ABBEDAM? ABBEDAM is a student-run theatre production company in the University of Alberta’s Department of Drama. “We’re all about giving opportunities both performance wise and in all other aspects of theatre to students who might not get that as part of their curriculum,” says Jessica Glover, fourth year BA Drama major and current … Read moreABBEDAM adapts Orestes 2.0 – curious arts
Following the success of artist, curator and teacher Patrick Mahon’s recent visit on Oct. 16, the University of Alberta’s Visual Art & Design Forum continues its dynamic lecture series on Nov. 4 with a much anticipated appearance from Professor Ryoji Ikeda, visual artist and printmaker from Musashino Art University, Tokyo. Professor Ikeda’s visit will mark … Read moreThreshold: Ryoji Ikeda Nov. 4
The challenges of bringing multiple characters and time periods to life in Loveplay There is something special about the energy in the lobby after a great performance. You have to be there to experience the animated chatter and provocative discussion of the play. That experience is what sets live theatre apart from television or movies. … Read moreVideo teaser: Loveplay
Director riffs on Buffini’s barbed commentary I sat down with Jan Selman to chat about the Department of Drama’s upcoming Studio Theatre offering, Loveplay by Moira Buffini, opening Thursday, October 30. Jan is a professor within the Drama department, and is directing Loveplay. Q: What is it about Moira Buffini’s plays that encouraged the Drama … Read moreLoveplay Q & A with Jan Selman – curious arts