Tag: Cast

Meet the Cast of A Fitting Confusion – Wendy Shobe

What is your name?

Wendy Shobe

What is your role in this play, or on this production team?

Mimi LaFlamme – a mystery woman with a past

This show includes a number of preposterous lies. Tell us two unbelievable truths and a preposterous lie about yourself.  (Or two preposterous truths and a believable lie?)  

I’ve travelled to all 7 continents; I believe in ghosts, fairies, Santa Claus, and all the other good things; I can’t stand coffee or anything coffee-related

Which one was a lie? 

I haven’t hit all 7 continents – I’m still missing South America and Antarctica but I will get there one day!

Why should audiences come see this show?

It’s exactly what people need at a stressful time of year – lighthearted with lots of laughs!

Meet the Cast of A Fitting Confusion – Murriel Mapa

What is your name?

Murriel Mapa

What is your role in this play, or on this production team?

Lily, the unsatisfied customer.

This show includes a number of preposterous lies. Tell us two unbelievable truths and a preposterous lie about yourself.  (Or two preposterous truths and a believable lie?)  

1. I have made an entire dress out of yellow pages.

2. I am named after my grandma’s favourite cat.

3. I have gone skydiving 5 times.

Which one was a lie? 

I am not actually named after my grandma’s cat. Sadly.

Why should audiences come see this show?

Because it’s fun and sexy and sexy and fun!

Meet the Cast of A Fitting Confusion – Dan Fessenden

What is your name?

Dan Fessenden

What is your role in this play, or on this production team?

I play Etienne, Dr. Moulineaux’s loyal butler. That dedication might be more self-preservation than anything else.

This show includes a number of preposterous lies. Tell us two unbelievable truths and a preposterous lie about yourself.  (Or two preposterous truths and a believable lie?)  

1. I was hit by a car in Peru.

2. I’ve shaken hands with Queen Elizabeth.

3. Two women once cast a curse upon me.

Which one was a lie? 

#2 was the lie, I’ve never shaken the Queen’s hand.

Why should audiences come see this show?

Audiences should come and see A Fitting Confusion because laughter is the best way to relieve stress. What’s more stressful than December in Edmonton?!

Meet the Cast of A Fitting Confusion – James Ostime

What is your name?

James Ostime

What is your role in this play, or on this production team?

I play Dartagnan, the clueless husband of the lead character’s mistress. If that sounds confusing, it gets even more complicated!

This show includes a number of preposterous lies. Tell us two unbelievable truths and a preposterous lie about yourself.  (Or two preposterous truths and a believable lie?)  

I’ve never driven a car.

My cats are named Pickles and Onions.

This is my first time onstage in more than 10 years.

Which one was a lie? 

My cats are actually named Pickles and Tomatoes.

Why should audiences come see this show?

Farce is an incredible feat of smart writing, good pacing, and solid actors. And it’s truly something to be experienced LIVE and IN PERSON! A FITTING CONFUSION has all of this and more. I can’t wait for you to see it!

Meet the Cast of A Fitting Confusion – Anglia Redding

What is your name?

Anglia Redding

What is your role in this play, or on this production team?

Madame D’ Herblay – she really just wants her dickie taken care of

This show includes a number of preposterous lies. Tell us two unbelievable truths and a preposterous lie about yourself.  (Or two preposterous truths and a believable lie?)  

1) I met Mr. Dressup backstage at a concert

2) I own tow Guinea pigs named Wayne and Shuster

3) I own a large collection of graphic novels

Which one was a lie? 

I wish I owned two Guinea pigs named Wayne and Shuster! How cute would that be?

Why should audiences come see this show?

The frenetic energy and constant humour will have everyone in stitches (not literally)!

Meet the Cast of A Fitting Confusion – Victoria Skorobohach

What is your name?

Victoria Skorobohach

What is your role in this play, or on this production team?

I play Yvonne. She is the wife of Moulineaux, who also comes as a package deal with her overbearing mother.

This show includes a number of preposterous lies. Tell us two unbelievable truths and a preposterous lie about yourself.  (Or two preposterous truths and a believable lie?)  

1. I can do an amazingly realistic horse impression.

2. I have a jar of teeny tiny plastic babies that I like to give to people I meet so that they will always remember the gal who gave them a plastic baby.

3. I can fit my whole fist in my mouth.

Which one was a lie? 

Number 1 is the lie. My horse impression is bad to mediocre at best.

Why should audiences come see this show?

I’ve been working really hard on my disapproving scowl, which I get to show off numerous times in this show and it deserves an audience if I do say so myself.

Meet the Cast of A Fitting Confusion – Donna Call

What is your name?

Donna Call

What is your role in this play, or on this production team?

Madame Aigreville

This show includes a number of preposterous lies. Tell us two unbelievable truths and a preposterous lie about yourself.  (Or two preposterous truths and a believable lie?)  

My father lived to 100 years old!

I am secretly related to the Queen of Greenland!

I was an elephant in a past life!

My favourite thing in the world to do is to vacuum!

Which one was a lie? 

I am not related to the Queen of Greenland, but if everyone keeps saying I am, is the fridge light on or is the fridge light on?

Why should audiences come see this show?

Let out your Inner Laugher – its been locked up too long!

Meet the Cast of A Fitting Confusion – Dustin Berube

What is your name?

Dustin Berube

What is your role in this play, or on this production team?

I play Monsieur Bassinet in the show. I would describe Bassinet as “a well-meaning friend who is an oblivious instigator of chaos.”

This show includes a number of preposterous lies. Tell us two unbelievable truths and a preposterous lie about yourself.  (Or two preposterous truths and a believable lie?)  

1. I have never seen any of The Godfather movies.

2. I used to play the tuba in a travelling, family band.

3. I have been in a Hollywood movie.

Which one was a lie? 

I have never played the tuba. However, my family have been known to bring out country/folk music instruments after a family meal. Including autoharps, banjoes, harmonicas and even spoons.

Why should audiences come see this show?

It is a high energy, laugh out loud spectacle! If you are a fan of over-the-top characters and quick-witted dialogue, then you will be a fan of the show.

Meet the Cast of The Realistic Joneses – Zack Siezmagraff

Zack Siezmagraff is playing Bob Jones!

Hi Zack, tell us about your character in The Realistic Joneses:

Bob is in his late 30s, coping with a rare neurological disorder and the effect it is having on his life, his marriage, and his relationship with his neighbours. 

What is your background in theatre?

This is my 4th show at the Walterdale. Previous Walterdale credits: A Day in Hollywood/A Night in the Ukraine, Anything Goes!, and Boeing-Boeing. I have also appeared with East of Sixty, Foote in the Door, Blackout Sketch Comedy, ELOPE, Two One Way Tickets to Broadway, and the Citadel Theatre. 

What brought you out for The Realistic Joneses?

I normally like to do comedy or farce; I was drawn to this show by the writing of Will Eno, who is both absurd and incredibly realistic at the same time. Playing Bob has been a rewarding and challenging experience. 

What are you enjoying the most about working on this show so far?

This play has so many textual levels. The more we dive into it together, the more I appreciate how great this show is.

Why do you think people should come see The Realistic Joneses at the Walterdale?

This is a play unlike any I’ve seen in a long time; the writing is relatable and done in a very innovative and refreshing way. Audiences will be both challenged and entertained.

Who’s your favourite Celebrity Jones and why? 

Carolyn Jones! She was the TV Morticia Addams and also camped it up as Marsha, Queen of Diamonds on the 60s Batman.

Meet the Cast of The Realistic Joneses – Colleen Allen

Colleen Allen is playing Jennifer Jones!

Hi Colleen, tell us about your character in The Realistic Joneses:

Jennifer is a caregiver, a bookkeeper and a dreamer. Wearing a facade of smiles and sarcasm, she wonders what else might have become of her life and how she ended up in this small mountain town.

What is your background in theatre?

It’s been three decades since I’ve been on stage in Edmonton – or anywhere for that matter! In my youth, I was in theatre school and productions at the Citadel, ITV (now Global) commercials, and played Mary Lennox in the Stage Polaris production of The Secret Garden. Since that time, I studied to become a Registered Nurse with a Masters in Public Health. I’ve worked in research and clinical practice with refugees, harm reduction programs and low-risk obstetrics in Canada and Australia, and started a family. 

What brought you out for The Realistic Joneses?

It was 1:34 AM on a random night when I found myself searching for auditions. I thought to myself, “Well, I’ll start auditioning, take some acting classes and see what happens.” Next thing I know, I’ve signed up for The Realistic Joneses audition thinking it will be fun to stretch those tired ol’ acting chops again. Never in my wildest dreams did I think I’d be working with this amazing team on an actual stage bringing this strange, quirky, beautiful script to life. 

What are you enjoying the most about working on this show so far?

Learning from the much more experienced cast and discovering the many layers of the script with the whole team.

Why do you think people should come see The Realistic Joneses at the Walterdale?

The Realistic Joneses is funny, weird, comforting, tragic and cryptic in all the best ways possible. It will take you out of the real world and plunk you down into a realistic world that has you laughing, questioning, and empathizing with four characters doing the best they can to get through the day, fix lamps, and say goodbye to dead squirrels.

Who’s your favourite Celebrity Jones and why? 

Jessica Jones in the Marvel Universe. She kicks ass with no apologies and a whiskey in her hand. And she can fly.