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Chromatic Theatre & Handsome Alice Theatre is currently looking for a Music Director/ Pianist for an upcoming workshop and production of Little Elves, a new musical co-created by Kodie Rollan and Alixandra Cowman. We're Hiring Music Director & Pianist Chromatic Theatre & Handsome Alice Theatre is currently looking for a Music Director/ Pianist for an upcoming workshop and production of Little Elves, a new musical co-created by Kodie Rollan and Alixandra Cowman. APPLICATION DEADLINE: FRIDAY, APRIL 10TH ABOUT THE SHOW Little Elves is a new horror-holiday musical loosely based on the folktale of St. Nicholas & the Evil Butcher. The story centers three young elves who after killing their captor, create an elaborate lie in order to survive. A reimagining of a folktale gone wrong, Little Elves brings the audience into a world of lies, deceit, and desperation. It explores a variety of intersectional themes among which are interrogations of “justified” vengeance, IBPOC relationships to religion, abolitionist interventions within cycles of violence, and the longstanding history of Anti-Asian policies and sentiments in Turtle Island (Canada). Overall, the piece asks the question, “when the odds are stacked against you, what will you do to survive”? The music of the piece is deeply rooted in a variety of folk, country, and pop sounds. Download Full Job Call Apply Now Key Engagement Info: The MD/ Pianist is expected to be part of an upcoming workshop which will take place from May 18 - 22, 2026 with working hours from 10am - 6pm. They are also expected to be part of the production which has a rehearsal timeline of September 28 - October 29, 2026, and shows from October 28 - November 7, 2026. This is a paid position. The fee for the May workshop is $1,000 (+ GST if applicable), and a weekly fee during the production of $1,050/wk for a 6 week engagement period (+ GST if applicable) Both the workshop and production will take place in Calgary, AB - we are specifically looking for local artists, or artists who can work locally, as we have limited budget for travel and accommodations. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Within the workshop, the MD/ pianist will work closely with the composer to explore and devise interstitial music for the production, For both the workshop & production, the MD/pianist will lead and conduct music rehearsals, guiding the actors and band with learning the music of the show, as well as be part of the on-stage band as the pianist during performances. The MD and onstage musicians will also be engaged as ensemble singers. The MD/ pianist is also expected to collaborate closely with the directing team & production team to ensure music aligns with the artistic vision of the show. QUALIFICATIONS/ REQUIREMENTS: Previous experience in music direction for the theatre Shown ability to lead rehearsals, provide constructive feedback, create a clear and balanced sound, motivate performers, and provide a healthy and positive working relationship with all artists in the team, Strong knowledge of music theory and background with both musical theatre and folk genres and playing styles Strong piano playing skills, including the ability to improvise Chromatic Theatre is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our Artistic Director, Kodie Rollan at kodie@chromatictheatre.ca All applicants will be responded to as to the status of their application. Please note that we may invite applicants to have an interview with the team to determine fit. Applications due April 10, 2026 at 11:59pm. For any questions or inquiries, please feel free to contact Artistic Director, Kodie Rollan at kodie@chromatictheatre.ca

Intersection Us (Mural) Exhibition Info Exhibition by: Format: Mural Content: This is a drop in experience similar to that of an art gallery. Teacher candidates will be around to explain the portion of the mural they created. Teacher candidates will be available for questions/ comments throughout the exhibit. See also: Getting to the space See also: Parking Info for MRU

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2025/26 Ziga Poromon "Get Back Home" Yan Zhu "Lucky Essentials" Sunny Sky Faust "ᑕᐱᒪᔩᑲᐱᑎ" Pam Tzeng "all the colours of a rupture that shook me to life 2024/25 Jessica Szeto "Last Light" Kathleen Faith Ballangan "EMP (Electromagnetic Pulse)" Melanee Murray-Hunt “The City on the Hill” 2023/24 Ali Aluma "Roma" Mara Teare "We Are Food" Nakota Starr Tobias "Tale of Two Spirits" Sofia Huarte "Death and The Poet" 2022/23 Ashley King "Static" Miranda Martini "Yeoman" Kristen Padayas "Laalcha" Ado Nkemka "I'm Not Afraid To Die Anymore" 2021/22 Rebbekah Ogden "My White Daddy" Thomas Geddes " A Plain Ol' Escape Room" Rick Gaudio "When It Rains" Sepidar Yeganeh Farid "Limbo" 2021 Bianca Miranda "Kisapmata" Toyin Lamas "Father's Heart" Maezy Reign "Hang In There" Barry Bilinsky "Red Leather, Yellow Leather" Bill Yong "Red Leather, Yellow Leather" 2019/20 Rebecca Comer "Dear Dad" Kodie Rollan "The Watchdog Society" Caleigh Crow "Hucksterland"

UNLEARNING, RELEARNING, TRANSFORMING EDUCATION An Interactive Art Exhibition I149F, near Tim Hortons on Main Street 4:00pm - 6:00pm Exhibition Schedule Getting to the Space & Parking Save the event to your calendar! Questions? Contact Us! ABOUT THE EXHIBIT: We, 36 MRU Teacher Candidates, dramaturg Kodie Rollan, assistant professor Kristen Schaffer and research assistant Daniela Quintero warmly invite you to experience Unlearning, Relearning, and Transforming—an interactive art exhibition showcasing what students have learned from EDUC2200D: Enacting Anti-Oppressive Education. What does “unlearning” mean to you? Quotes “Unlearning is hard and not always immediate.” What does “relearning” mean to you? Quotes “Questioning our biases.” What does “transforming education” mean to you? Quotes “Removing biases.” “Learning from the mistakes from the past to benefit the students of the future.” This project has been generously supported by the office of EDI opportunity fund. This is a drop-in style of event and light refreshments will be provided. THE SEVEN EXHIBITIONS Men in Education Talks A podcast where teacher candidates on navigating the profession and analyzing their privileges and challenges to reduce bias.” More Info Intersection Us “A painting representing the intersectionality between our identities - and the intersectionality between our school community and teaching philosophy.” More Info Stomp, Roar, and Be Brave “A children’s storybook about a young dinosaur with a stutter, discovering the diversity in their support system and overcoming a fear of public speaking alongside peers.” More Info Divided Perceptions: Stigma Across the City “Addressing common stereotypes/stigmas between the 4 quadrants of Calgary. Making viewers aware of their own biases and finding ways to challenge them.” More Info Interactive Classroom: Pieces of a Puzzle “An art piece to show what our future classrooms will look like.” Cancelled “An investigation game where players decide if someone deserves cancellation or redemption based on evidence.” More Info Privilege Collage “What does privilege mean to you?” Special Thanks Thank you to Chromatic Theatre for their web support and use of website! Thank you to the Office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, Faculty of Health, Community and Education, the Mokakiiks Centre for SoTL, and the Department of Education at Mount Royal University.

Samuel Kugbiyi Artistic Director Mentee Samuel Kugbiyi is a multidisciplinary artist, storyteller and arts administrator who blends writing, voice acting, visual arts and technical skills such as audio editing, sound design, and directing to create impactful narratives. As a versatile creative, he has contributed his talents to a range of projects, from theatre and film, to radio and audio dramas and to animation. Samuel had his art exhibition in Calgary in December 2024 with the Emmedia Gallery & Production Society. Notably, Samuel was the voice of the beloved character Toye in the animated worldwide phenomenon “Iyanu" which is airing on Showmax , ITVX, HBO Max and Cartoon Network. Samuel also published his book “Grim Africana” an African horror anthology in the summer of 2025. In 2019, Samuel co-founded SAK Productions, a media production company dedicated to crafting stories that inspire and connect audiences. Through this venture, he has partnered with esteemed organizations like UNESCO and Global Rights, contributing to projects that resonate on a global scale. Samuel is also currently enjoying his residency at Chromatic as an Artistic Director Mentee. Contact

The Reading Rainbow Reading Rainbow: Support Us Chromatic Theatre’s “Reading Rainbow” is a play reading series exclusively for artists of colour. The purpose is to bring BIPOC folx in Calgary’s community together to share space, one afternoon at a time. We will sit together and read a play (generally by a culturally diverse artist), then chat about the play, and get to know one another. It’s an exercise in getting familiar with the canon of culturally diverse works in Canada, and in building community. This is a drop in group – there is no obligation to attend every session. We are generously hosted by Mike Tan Photography, but have currently adjusted to meet digitally due to COVID-19 gathering restrictions. We meet quarterly to read good plays, hang with good people, and enjoy good food together. Sign Up for The Reading Rainbow below! *we ask that only members of the BIPOC community sign up Sign Up Here!

Kristen Padayas Associate Producer Kristen is a graduate of Grant MacEwan College’s Theatre Arts Program and the University of Alberta’s Bachelor of Fine Arts Acting Program. Select acting credits include: Bare: A Pop Opera (Raw Mango Theatre), On the Banks of the Nut (Teatro la Quindicina), Matt and Ben (Theatre Transit), Harold and Vivian Entertain Guests (Impossible Mongoose), The Kaufman Kabaret (Studio Theatre), Under Cover (Concrete Theatre, Elizabeth Sterling Haynes Nomination), Working it Out (Alberta Workers’ Health Centre), Bone Wars (Punctuate Theatre), Apple (Sage Theatre), Flight Risk (Lunchbox Theatre), The Scarlet Letter (Theatre Calgary), The Wedding Party (Alberta Theatre Projects), Sherlock Holmes & the Raven’s Curse (Vertigo Theatre). Kristen is also an Artistic Co-Producer with Impossible Mongoose (Edmonton) where she’s produced two multiple Sterling award-winning Fringe hits, ‘The Fall of the House of Atreus’ and ‘Prophecy’, both by Jessy Ardern.

Maezy Reign Markerting and Communications Maezy Reign (they/she) is a biracial multidisciplinary artist, born and raised in Calgary. They work as a playwright, lighting designer and occasional actor. They are determined to create art that has the representation she never saw growing up, like mentally ill, gender diverse, queer, and racialized main characters. Both my parents are theatre artists and entrepreneurs so I've been raised in a very artsy family. Maezy is a mixed-race black artist. Maezy's paternal grandmother grew up in St. Vincent in the Caribbean and immigrated to Canada in the 70's. Performance and Creative Credits include; Gaslight (Vertigo), The F Word (Downstage and ATP) Shark Bite (Lunchbox Theatre), Hay Coloured Houses (Paprika Festival), Sir Gawain and the Green Knight (Alchemy Festival), Hang In There (Chromatic PLU), This isn’t home (fear the festival), Psychotic Bitch (Ignite Festival), Revolution or Slumber (WCHS with HPR), Donut Diaries (Ignite Festival) Contact

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Getting to the Space Parking Info for MRU There are three main options to get to our exhibition space: From the WEST GATE entrance entering the main building, walk down the stairs or take the elevator on the left to the lower level (Main Street). Walk past the Tim Hortons on your right and take an immediate right down the hallway towards the rec. centre. The Craft Studios (I149/149F) are at the end of the hallway down a ramp and a few steps. From the RECREATION CENTRE entrance, walk past the poll and take the circular staircase to the lower level, continuing down the hallway past the gym reception on your right, a small gym on your left, a set of stairs on your left, a courtyard on your right, the student wellness centre on your right, and finally the Craft (I149/I149F) will be on your right, down a short hall with stairs and a ramp. From the EAST GATE entrance of the main building, walk straight down the main hallway. You will pass a Starbucks, student services, the Cougars bookshop and a small courtyard on your left. Right before you get to the Tim Hortons, turn left down the I hallway and walk to the end of the hallway. The Craft Studios (I149/149F) will be at the end of the hall down a few steps and a ramp. Parking Info for MRU