THE STORY 2011

Outdoor winter theatre - explore the Evergreen Brick Works with Theatre Columbus. The award winning ensemble presents an unconventional telling of The Nativity.

The Story premiered at B.C's Caravan Farm Theatre under the direction of Theatre Columbus' Artistic Director Jennifer Brewin. This winter Ms. Brewin assembles a stellar team to present a re-imagined version for Toronto.

The Audience follows the action through the Evergreen Brick Works and adjacent parkland, where they meet shepherds, ruffians, weird wise men, roman soldiers, the angel Gabriel, King Herod, a choir, a confused young couple and a variety of surprised dog walkers.

The hour long walking show is entirely outdoors. For your convenience - Hot Chocolate for sale, heated washrooms, on site parking or take the free shuttle bus from Broadview Station. Suitable for ages five and up.

For further reading see this article by Jenny Salisbury


THE CHOIRS
Featuring a different Toronto based Choir each night: Arte Povera Choir | Cantabile Chamber Singers | The Eastminster Choir | East York Choir | Echo Women’s Choir | The Humber Heralds | St.Christopher House Choir | The Winter Choir | Whole World Chorus | Young Centre City Choir

THE TEAM
Haley McGee as Mary | Richard Lee as Joseph | Rylan Wilkie as Herod and the Angel Gabriel | Lisa Karen Cox and Sanjay Talwar as The Shepherds, The Wise Men and The Ruffians

Written by Martha Ross Directed by Jennifer Brewin
Set and Costume Design by Catherine Hahn
Lighting Design by Glenn Davidson
Music Direction by John Millard
Produced & Assistant Directed by Dan Daley
Stage Management by Laura Baxter
Production Management by Ian Arnold and Erin Birkenbergs at Catalyst TCM
Publicity by Heather Ervin

THE TRADITION
Outdoor winter spectacle is a long-standing tradition in northern countries, from the fairs on the frozen Thames to winter carnivals-now even the NHL has moved outdoors. We defeat winter by embracing it. But winter theatre is not just about performing outdoors - it is about blending the movement of the crowd with the beauty of a winter night. The experience is reminiscent of childhood and the first snowfall. The action along with a good pair of winter boots keeps the cold temperatures at bay.

THE EXPERIENCE
•Running time is one hour
•Audiences travel 1km over uneven terrain

•Dress warmly
•Wear suitable boots for wet and cold
•Hot chocolate for sale before the show
•Heated washrooms are on site
•In the event of rain, the show will be performed indoors

•Paid parking is conveniently located on site.
•Free shuttle bus service to and from Broadview Station
(via TTC: free Evergreen shuttle bus service to and from Broadview Station extended for The Story on regular rotational schedule. Exiting Broadview, the shuttle stop is in the Parkette directly North of the TTC station)

•We strive to offer an accessible experience for all of our guests. Contact us with any questions, requests or concerns.

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