Wren's Recipes
A theatre/puppetry piece in development.
'Wren's Recipes' follows the journey of a 9-year-old girl who discovers that there is magic behind the Ukrainian dishes she and her g randmother make together in their cottage kitchen from ingredients grown in their garden. When her grandmother suddenly falls ill, Wren finds a recipe book that may hold the key to a cure. As Wren uncovers the secrets behind the recipes, she moves ever closer to a sinister presence lurking within
Autumn brings the changing of leaves and moments of wondrous transformation. In this hands-on workshop for all ages, learn how to transform a piece of paper into a garden creature - and then puppeteer it! Join Wren's Recipes Collective as we celebrate the fall equinox and explore the plants and sounds of the garden at harvest time. This imaginative workshop will likely spark spontaneous puppet adventures at home and beyond!
- Sunday, Sep 22 anytime between 1:00pm-2:30pm
- David Crombie Park (The Esplanade & Princess St).
- Free, or pay-what-you-may.
- All supplies included. Registration: https://culturedays.ca/en/events/49de9595-4b3e-4366-92a5-1e99f40bb22c
About the Artists
Reviews of Selected Work by the Artists:
CATCH ME IN THE KITCHEN STORY ADVENTURES — CATCH ME IN THE KITCHEN
“Catch Me in the Kitchen Story Adventures is a masterpiece of the imagination. They are dedicated to bringing each character to life, not only in the way they speak, but through their physical acting as well — flawless.” ★★★★★ — Shelley Cook, Winnipeg Free Press
“It shows me that these stories not only still have relevance in the lessons they impart, but that there seems to be an enormous range of ways that they can be told! “ — Calantha Jensen, The Jenny Review
“…an entertaining delight that promises to please audiences young and old …a magical showcase — one that makes a perfect introduction to the theatre. “ — Joshua Chong, The Toronto Star
NIGHT FEED — CANVAS SKY THEATRE
“…deeply honest storytelling and the performers keep it profoundly compelling…” NNNNN — NOW Magazine
Winner: Best of Fringe, Toronto
“…hilariously funny, …an ingeniously creative look at a night alone with a new baby.” — Mooney on Theatre
FISH FACE — THE QUICKENING THEATRE
“Writer/performer Ginette Mohr completely enchants us in this imaginative, dark fairy tale about a woman's adventures in a vivid underwater universe.” NNNNN — NOW Magazine
Winner: “Cultchivating the Fringe Award” — Vancouver Fringe Festival.
NOW Magazine Toronto Fringe Critic's Pick for Outstanding New Play, Outstanding Production, Outstanding Performance and Outstanding Design.
SNACK MUSIC — SNAFU DANCE THEATRE
“At Snack Music, the party starts as soon as you walk in the theatre.” ★★★★★ — CBC
“Snack Music is an absolute riot and you wish it just didn't have to end.” ★★★★★ — On Stage Ottawa Review
“Bring your best story, smile your biggest smile, and be ready to open your heart to a room full of strangers.” — Mooney on Theatre
“A delightfully whimsical show.” NNNN — Glenn Sumi, NOW Magazine
THE TRUTH ABOUT COMETS — THE QUICKENING THEATRE
“…magical production… three generations of female relatives in a work that's emotionally rich and theatrically inventive.” NNNN — NOW Magazine
“Fast-paced, funny and deeply moving…” ★★★★ ½ — Theatromania
Winner: “Best of Fringe” at the Toronto Fringe Festival
NOW Magazine Toronto Fringe Critic's Pick for Outstanding New Play, Outstanding Production, Outstanding Ensemble and Outstanding Direction
HOW I BECAME INVISIBLE — CLUNK PUPPET LAB
“…wonderfully expressive… beautiful to watch and is as tightly choreographed as any ballet.” — Stage Door
“The puppets are exquisite… lifelike and heartbreaking.” — Calgary Herald
THE WIZARD OF OZ — YOUNG PEOPLE'S THEATRE
“Puppets are used brilliantly…” — Theatre Critic Drew Rowsome
MARIA RASPUTIN PRESENTS — FORTE MUSICAL THEATRE GUILD
“Sailing… a number that is not only beautifully sung but wonderfully enhanced by an extremely touching and effective use of puppetry.” — Applause Meter
Nominated for Outstanding New Play and Outstanding Production of a Musical, Betty Mitchell Awards