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Equity Showcase Theatre & Tapestry New Opera Works'
2002 Music/Stage Directors' Laboratory

General Statement
In response to growing interest in the field of music theatre and opera, and
in anticipation of an increase of new works entering the repertoire,
Tapestry and Equity Showcase have initiated a groundbreaking collaboration
for stage and music directors.

The Need
Currently, opportunities for directors and music directors to explore the
full potential of music in live performance are limited.
There are few opportunities for Canadian stage directors to work in the
field of opera and opportunities in the field of new opera/music theatre are
even rarer.

The Program
Initiated in 2001, the Directors' Lab is a one-week intensive workshop for
stage directors and music directors to explore the full potential of music
in live performance and to take full advantage of a shared artistic vision.
Six residencies will be offered - three to music directors and three to
stage directors
Lab leaders are Wayne Strongman, artistic director of Tapestry and Michael
Albano, noted teacher, director and librettist.
Participants will have access to singers, repetiteurs and dramaturgical
staff while collaborating on selected works in development.

Eligibility
Professional stage directors, conductors and music directors must be
collaboration-minded, willing to explore the issues involved in tackling new
works of opera/music theatre, share their viewpoints, learn best practises
and explore the dynamics between music director and director.

Stage directors, music directors and conductors who do not yet have a known
body of work, must provide a letter of reference from a professional in the
field to be eligible for the residency program.

While eligible artists are encouraged to apply, participants will be
admitted by invitation only. All participants accepted will receive a
residency bursary offered by Equity Showcase and Tapestry, that covers
program fees of $2,000 and will each receive a $200 honourarium for the
period. Participants selected will be responsible for their own travel and
accommodation.

·Participants must be available from August 21st to 28th  (inclusive) on a
full-time basis.

Guidelines for Submissions

All applicants please submit
1.A cover letter that includes your name, address, telephone & fax numbers,
e-mail address & website
2.A resume or CV outlining your professional experience and relevant
academic and professional training.
3.A one-page description stating your interest in participating in and why
you would benefit from the program. This one page may be included as part of
the cover letter.
4.For applicants who do not yet have a known body of work, provide a letter
of reference from a professional in the field.
5.Submissions will be accepted by mail, fax and e-mail. See information
below.

Selection Process
1.Submissions will be assessed by Wayne Strongman, Artistic Director -
Tapestry new opera works, Christine Moynihan, Artistic Producer - Equity
Showcase Theatre and Michael Albano, Dramaturg.
2.Successful candidates will be advised early in May and must confirm
participation by June 1, 2002.
3.Tapestry or Equity Showcase Theatre will provide a formal letter of
invitation that can be used to acquire a travel grant or as documentation
for securing other funding sources.

Deadline for Submissions
April 15, 2002

Submissions should be directed to the
Attention of Ms. Christine Moynihan, Artistic Producer

By Mail
Equity Showcase Theatre
651 Dufferin St.
Toronto, ON  M6K 2B2

By Fax: 416 533-2449
By E-mail: mail at equityshowcase.ca

For More Information Please Contact:
Christine Moynihan, Artistic Producer
416 533-6100 ext 22
mail at equityshowcase.ca