Bust
by Matthew MacKenzie
February 9 –26 , 2017
Pitch-perfect Pinter-esque humour with surprising heart - Paula Simons, Edmonton Journal
WORLD PREMIERE
Three months after the Fort McMurray Fire, a controversial call at a Peewee hockey game propels two couples into dangerous territory. A heartfelt dark comedy about two families, whose lives are intrinsically tied to Alberta’s boom and bust economy.
Featuring: Lora Brovold, Brandon Coffey, Louise Lambert & Christopher Schulz
Directed by Bradley Moss
Set & Costume Designer: Cory Sincennes
Lighting Design: Scott Peters
Composer/Sound Design: Darrin Hagen
Stage Manager: Molly Pearson
Production sponsor Media Sponsor
TALK-BACK NIGHT
FRIDAY FEBRUARY 17, 2017
Followinfg the performance
TALK BACK BEGINS AT 9:30PM AND IS FREE OF CHARGE
Step into the post-game discussion with Bradley Moss, playwright Matthew MacKenzie and the cast/crew of Bust as they discuss brining the World Premiere play to The Roxy on Gateway. Don’t expect any simple “we gave 110%” answers, as the cast/crew along with the TN audience dive into the world of Bust. The talk-back will be held Friday February 17 following the performance – even if you’ve seen the show, you are invited to attend.
REDUCED TICKET PRICES FOR FORT MCMURRAY RESIDENTS
Theatre Network is offering a half-priced ticket deal for Fort McMurray residents and anyone affected by the fires in the summer of 2016. Just let us know when you purchase your tickets that you are a Fort McMurray resident. For more information feel free to contact the Theatre Network box-office 780 453 2440 or email boxoffice@theatrenetwork.ca
February 9 –26 , 2017
Times
Opening February 9
Tues-Sat @ 8pm | Sundays @ 2pm
BLEAK, BLACK, AND FUNNY, BUST GIVES AFTERMATH OF FORT MCMURRAY FIRE ABSURDIST EDGE
REVIEW: PAULA SIMONS, EDMONTON JOURNAL
BUST HITS CLOSE TO HOME FOR THEATRE NETWORK
REVIEW: COLIN MACLEAN, GIGCITY.CA
BOOM GOES AND BUST GOES BOOM: A REVIEW OF STRANGE NEW MATTHEW MACKENZIE COMEDY AT NETWORK
REVIEW: LIZ NICHOLLS, 12THNIGHT.CA
BUST: A POLISHED COMEDY THAT CUTS TO THE HEART OF DEVOTION AND DIVISION IN ALBERTA
REVIEW: KEVIN SOLEZ, VUE WEEKLY
‘THE BEAST’ COLLIDES WITH HOCKEY IN MATTHEW MACKENZIE’S LATEST, BUST
REVIEW: JENNA MARYNOWSKI, AFTERTHEHOUSELIGHTS.COM
PRODUCTION PHOTOS
Photos by Ian Jackson/EPIC Photography
Featuring: Lora Brovold, Brandon Coffey, Louise Lambert & Christopher Schulz
PRE- PRODUCTION PHOTOS
Photos by Aaron Pedersen
Featuring: Louise Lambert