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October 29, 2014 – OTTAWA (Canada) – “M or F looking for a hilarious, quirky, touching, tuneful show? Well, Google no further.” - The Globe and Mail
Looking for a new apartment? New job? Something going on in your community? Stuffed penguins, decapitated dolls or love for sale? Well, look no further – the answer can be found on Craigslist, or more specifically, Do You Want What I Have Got? A Craigslist Cantata!
Wonderfully witty, and just downright fun, Do You Want What I Have Got? A Craigslist Cantata is a chamber musical exploring contemporary humanity through online classified ads. A window on the collective psyche, Craigslist spins a tapestry of song, dance and monologue both profound and outrageous.
The pitch-perfect cast sings – verbatim – ads from the Internet that express longing, hunger, humour and unexpected tenderness. From fleeting lust on public transit to a child-sized guillotine, there’s something for everyone in this show - just like on Craigslist.
Originally created as a 20-minute musical for Vancouver’s PuSh Festival in 2009, Do You Want What I Have Got? A Craigslist Cantata has become a runaway hit touring across Canada.
If what you’re seeking is a night out that is both hilarious and surprisingly poignant, this is for you!
Featuring:
Dmitry Chepovetsky, Bree Greig, Selina Martin, Qasim Khan, Barry Mirochnick and Marguerite Witvoet.
The creative team includes: Director Amiel Gladstone; Composer/Musical Director Veda Hille; Choreographer Monica Dottor; Set and Costume Designer Robin Fisher; Lighting Designer Kimberly Purtell; Tour Musical Director Marguerite Witvoet; Stage Manager Jessica Severin; Production Manager Patrick Lavender and Assistant Lighting Designer Oz Weaver.
Do You Want What I Have Got? A Craigslist Cantata
November 12 - 22 NAC Studio
Preview: Wednesday, November 12
Opening: Thursday, November 13
Do You Want What I Have Got Points of View:
Saturday, November 15 at 12:45 p.m. in the NAC Salon
Enhance your experience this English Theatre presentation with the help of Artistic Director Jillian Keiley, as she interviews two special guests offering unique perspectives on the piece.
Talkbacks:
Wednesday, November 19, and Thursday, November 20.
Stay in your seats for a post-show question-and-answer session with members of the Company.
Performance Schedule:
Tuesday through Saturday at 8 p.m.
Saturday matinees at 2 p.m.
(no performance Sunday or Monday)
Tickets:
From $37 (previews) $51 (general admission seating)
Tickets are available:
· Online on the NAC’s website: www.nac-cna.ca
· In person at the NAC Box Office
· At all Ticketmaster outlets*
· By telephone 1-888-991-2787*
*A service charge applies on all purchases made through Ticketmaster.
Groups of 10 or more contact grp@nac-cna.ca or visit www.nac-cna.ca
Find out more about the NAC English Theatre on Facebook and YouTube. To discover some fascinating facts about Do You Want What I Have Got? A Craigslist Cantata visit nac-cna.ca/englishtheatre.
Photo: Selina Martin, Dmitry Chepovetsky and Daren A.Herbert. ©2012 Joanna Akyol.
2014-10-30
Ottawa: "Do You Want What I Have Got? A Craigslist Cantata" plays the NAC starting November 12