Win tickets to Billy Bishop Goes to War (@TheArtsClub)
As mentioned in my previous posts, I’ve made it my goal in 2010 to continue supporting the local theatre scene, and my friends from The Arts Club have been absolutely amazing in offering my loyal readers pairs of tickets to check out their fantastic productions. I will be at the opening night, and if you win, you will have a chance to be at the premiere too.
Billy Bishop Goes to War is written and composed by John Gray with Eric Peterson, and stars Ryan Beil and Zachary Gray. Directed by Sarah Rodgers, this production takes place from March 25th to April 17th, 2010 at the Granville Island Stage.
There are a number of elements that I like about the possibility of checking out this production. First, the actors are known to me – I’ve seen the work of Ryan Beil before, particularly in Othello and Comedy of Errors (Bard on the Beach). Second, both actors are graduates from UBC. And third, it looks from what I could read like Billy Bishop was considered a Canadian hero.
From the press kit:
This tour de force—featuring a pianist and one actor playing 18 characters—follows the trajectory of Billy Bishop’s career from ne’er-do-well cavalry officer to the nation’s most-decorated soldier. Both comic and dramatic, the myth of the daring WWI flying ace is told through story and song in one of the most popular musicals in the Canadian canon.
To enter the contest, drop a comment on this entry. I will be drawing the winner of the pair of tickets on Monday March 22nd before 6pm (which is World Water Day, so I’ll be drawing them from UBC Robson Square). Good luck! Hope you enjoy it, and if you don’t win, you still can check Billy Bishop Goes to War. For tickets click here.
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I really want to see this!
Sounds like a great production!
I have wanted to see this play each time it has been staged here – something has always come up. Hopefully this time will be the charm.
Hurrah for local theatre!
This is definitely on my to-watch list!
And plus, it has the A&W commercial guy!
This is an incredible play! I grew up watching and rereading versions of it! Billy Bishop is the bestest ever! Pick me! Pick me!
I remember the World Premier of BB Goes to War; I was there in the theatre. I spent time with both John Gray with Eric Peterson while they were creating this wonderful Canadian theatre piece.
Don’t miss it! Run, don’t walk! Get out there Vancouver and support your local theatre companies.
I missed this show when it played at UBC last year and really hope I’ll make it to this remount!
Everything I have seen by the Arts Club I have loved!
Awesome! You’re drawing the tickets after World Theatre Day!
How can you resist — comedy, musical, drama, 1 actor playing 18 characters!!
This is one of those plays that you can see over and over again. I have seen it live a couple of times and still watched it on the CBC. It gives you lots to think about. Sort of like “A Christmas Carol” in that way.
I first saw this play in the early eighties (oops I am dating myself). I went with my cousin who had to go as part of his English class and write a report.I t was the first time I had ever watched theatre other than large musical productions. It started us off on a regular round of small theatre productions whenever he came to town. I thought it was a great play then and I am sure it still is.
I’ve been wanting to see this production for years, but sometimes, life has a way of getting in the way. Perhaps this time, the Universe will make it happen! Yay!
WANT.
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Yes please!
Oh yeah. I’m really starting to get into what Vancouver has to offer in the Theatre scene.
Some great work out there.
It’s been a while since I’ve seen any theatre- I should really get out more!
Have been to a play only twice in the past year. Hmmm… help me boost my rate! <3
I would absolutely love to see this. Please and thank you!
I’d love to see this!
And the winner has been drawn – @GusF – you are the winner!