Event: Roundtable Reading of Tughlaq by Girish Karnad, Rasik Arts

Rasik Arts are starting their Roundtables this new year on January 26th, 2009.  Join us in the nice, warm, backroom of the Fifth Elementt with an historic, but universal play, by renowned actor, playwright, and director Girish Karnad. Tughlaq, by Girish Karnad, is set during the reign of Muhammad bin Tughlaq, a member of the Tughlaq dynasty and Sultan of Delhi from 1325 to 1351, and explores one of the timeless dilemmas known to humankind: the ideal versus the real, the aspiration for the divine versus the pull of human intrigue. There are many parts in this epic story of “Old” Delhi, so we hope many of you will grace us with your presence.

A ROUNDTABLE is an informal gathering where Rasik Arts provides script copies and we sit around the table in the back of the 5th Elementt reading the play out loud, followed by a discussion. Anyone can read a part. Tea and coffee are provided by our sponsor MyBindi.com, your online destination for cool South Asian stuff! Roundtable – Monday, January 26 7pm 5th Elementt, 1033 Bay St. (South of Bloor – on the East side, corner of Irwin & Bay – in between Charles St. and Wellesley)

Script: Tughlaq by Girish Karnad

No admission charge.

Internship: Volunteer Resources Intern, The Canadian Stage Company

The Canadian Stage Company is accepting applications for the (volunteer) position of Volunteer Resources Intern. Based in Toronto, The Canadian Stage Company is Canada’s largest contemporary theatre company, committed to developing and producing the best in theatre on a national and international level. As a non-profit company, The Canadian Stage Company relies on volunteers to help it achieve its vision.

Reporting to the Manager of Volunteer Resources, the Volunteer Resources Intern duties will include:

• Assist with volunteer recruitment, including increasing diversity of volunteer base
• Assist with coordinating logistics and volunteers for largest annual fundraiser
• Assist with scheduling volunteers for Canadian Stage – Berkeley
• Input all volunteer information into Access database and assist in maintaining accurate records on behalf of all Canadian Stage Company volunteers
• Assist as needed with various administrative work
• Assist with starting youth volunteer planning groups to do school talks
• Assist in organizing a series of secondary and post-secondary PowerPoint presentations
• Assist in designing and implementing secondary and post-secondary strategic plans for student recruitment

Minimum requirements:

• Computer proficient (Access and Excel experience is an asset)
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Detail oriented
• Excellent interpersonal skills and oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work well individually and as part of a team
• An interest in being mentored to manage volunteer and intern programmes with a focus on diversity
• Self-starter

Full training will be provided but in some cases successful candidate will be asked to work independently on assigned projects.

Days and Times:

• Two weekdays, (negotiable), 11am to 4pm
• Start Date: Feb 2, 2009 (negotiable)
• End Date: June 1, 2009 (negotiable)

Rewards: Volunteer Interns are considered staff by The Canadian Stage Company. Interns are eligible to attend plays and play readings, workshops, discount tickets to other theatres, and you will be part of a dynamic office environment. In addition, we offer Information Interviews, Goals Planning and Progress Reports during the Intern Term, as well as internal job postings and Intern Alumni events after successful completion of the Internship.

To apply: We require a CV, cover letter, and 3 references to consider applicants for an Intern. First priority will be given to interns who include a cover letter with their CV.  An interview is required.  Only those candidates chosen for interviews will be contacted.

Deadline to apply: Friday Jan. 30th, 2009

Apply by email only to: Attention: Bob McCarthy Interim Manager of Volunteer Resources and Interns bobmccarthy@canstage.com

The Canadian Stage Company is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Posting: Director, Arts Disciplines, Canada Council for the Arts

Summary

Under the direct supervision of the Director, Arts Disciplines, develops policies and procedures to deliver Canada Council programs in an efficient and cost effective manner; contributes to the strategic planning and long range development of the Canada Council; manages the administrative services of the Arts Disciplines Division; manages the production of documents and provides information on the Canada Council and its programs; manages the activities of the Registry Centre at the Canada Council; manages the activities, budget, and staff of eleven employees of the Arts Services Unit; and performs other related duties.

Knowledge and skills

The duties of the position requires a thorough knowledge of the principles, theories, and practical aspects of management, as well as excellent project management and administration skills. A comprehensive knowledge of Canada Council, its policies, programs, procedures and grant delivery and adjudication processes is required. The ability to analyze and provide appropriate and strategic responses to complex issues in a rapidly changing artistic and administrative environment is essential. Excellent negotiation, collaboration, planning and communication skills are required to develop, provide and promote excellent service to internal and external clients.

This knowledge is usually acquired through completion of a university degree in arts, public or business administration or equivalent professional practice.

Experience

Five to seven years of progressively responsible experience in positions in management and administration.

Supervision

The work requires the management of a staff of eleven, which includes the direct supervision of eight employees.

Consequence of errors

The consequences of errors are significant and may negatively affect the reputation of the Council. Errors have a serious and direct impact on the financial and administrative management of the section and division, on the quality of internal and external service delivery.

Working environment and travel

The work is performed in a closed office environment. The work also requires the attendance of many planning and organizing meetings with the Heads of Section, Program Officers and other sections of Council. The incumbent is required to travel less than ten days per year.

Physical and mental requirements

The work involves frequent long periods of intensely concentrated work. Stress is encountered when resolving conflicts and responding to artists and staff who are not satisfied with Council activities and services, programs and processes.

Language requirements

This position requires the use of both official languages. The requirements in the second official language are:

• speaking:  advanced level
• reading comprehension:  advanced level
• writing:  intermediate level

Please submit applications to Roch Brunelle, Human Resources Administrative Assistant:

• by e-mail at competition1@canadacouncil.ca or by fax to (613) 566-4323
• no later than February 12, 2009
• quoting competition number 4600

For more information or for a complete job profile, please contact Rachelle Malone at (613) 566-4414 ext. 4114 or at 1-800-263-5588 ext. 4114.

The Employment Application Form must be completed and submitted in order to be considered for this position.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Canada Council for the Arts is committed to employment equity.

Event: talk.in.gold a chat with ahdri zhina mandiela, b current and anitAFRIKA!

talk.in.gold – a highly interactive artist lecture series

talking.art, talking.life, talking.old, talk.in.gold a chat with ahdri zhina mandiela

b current with anitAFRIKA! dub theatre invite you to talk.in.gold artist lecture series. sit down with artists who have been around and back again and are still here, creating and reinventing. come to this rare opportunity to chat with senior artists as they share their life and work. first lecture is with award winning dub storytelling artist, ahdri zhina mandiela. chat with her as she prepares raw food, reflects about her life as an artist and answers questions.

talk.in.gold #1
saturday, january 24, 2009 @ 6:30pm
anitAFRIKA! dub theatre – 62 Fraser Avenue (south of King, east of Dufferin)
admisssion: pay what you can

Audition: The Letter F, Humber College

Announcing a casting call this Wednesday, January 21st at 6:00 pm at the South Campus of Humber College.

The Letter F is a short film that takes place in the 1960′s, and will be analogous to The Twilight Zone. The production will be shot on 16mm, and is a full ACTRA credit. We’re looking for males, aged 20 – 50. One character is a writer, and one is a traveling Baptist, or Mormon. For more information on the location and sides, please contact the director, Tyler Thomas, at tyler@kingsizedmedia.ca .

Audition: Closer, Alumnae Theatre

CLOSER by Patrick Marber Directed by Laura Roald

PERFORMANCE DATES: April 17 – May 2, 2009

Closer is an unflinching and harsh examination of the intersecting relationships of four Londoners in the mid-1990s. Alice, an adventurous young woman, falls for Dan, a struggling obituary writer who is inspired by her frank sexuality. When their relationship levels, he meets and becomes obsessed with Anna, a successful photographer, eventually impersonating her online. This deception sparks her connection with Larry, an upwardly mobile dermatologist. The ensuing maze of affairs follows a bitter and complex path over four years as they each struggle to achieve true intimacy. Dark, funny and uncompromising, this award-winning play by Patrick Marber questions the nature of physical and emotional bonds.

ROLES

• Dan: “a man from the suburbs” – thirties, obituary writer and failing novelist, middle class
• Alice: “a girl from the town” – early to mid-twenties, stripper with a cultivated carefree manner
• Anna: “a woman from the country” – thirties, successful photographer, upper middle class
• Larry: “a man from the city” – thirties/early forties, dermatologist, lower middle class

AUDITION DATES

• Wednesday February 4th: 7pm – 10pm
• Thursday February 5th: 7pm – 10pm
• Friday February 6th: 7pm – 10pm
• Saturday February 7th: 10am – 6pm
• Callbacks will be held Tuesday February 10 and Wednesday February 11.

AUDITION REQUIREMENTS

Important: Alumnae Theatre is a non-union theatre company so these are auditions for non-union actors. While we love our ACTRA and Equity brothers and sisters, we can’t afford to hire you. A contemporary Received Pronunciation British accent is required for all roles. At the audition, actors will be asked to present two brief scene excerpts (an audition reader will be reading with you). A prepared monologue is not required, though actors are welcome to present one if they wish. A list of scenes has been provided at the Toronto Reference Library (5th Floor, Performing Arts Desk) and at Theatre Ontario for actors to review. Advance preparation is highly recommended. Copies of these scenes will also be available at the theatre the evening/day of the audition.

TO BOOK AN AUDITION

Please email Tabitha Keast at tabithakeast@sympatico.ca or call 416-364-4170 (press 3 for the audition hotline) Please bring a photo and résumé to the audition. DO NOT mail them ahead of time. Auditions will be held at Alumnae Theatre, 70 Berkeley St. (SW corner of Berkeley and Adelaide)  www.alumnaetheatre.com