This year for Lab Troupe each student explored what it is to tell a story from beginning to end of the creative process. They started as writers and editors, before becoming directors, designers, and finally performers. They worked together to support one another as each individual vision came to life in the form of these six pieces.
“The Theatre” by Jonah Peacock
There is more to this theatre school then initially meets the eye.
Directed by Jonah Peacock
Shara – Stella Jack Rennie
Finn – Matt Clarke
Joseph – Duncan Murch
Cult Elder – Seamus Fera
Cult Member – Charlie Caddick
Cult Member – John Underhill
Cult Member – Veronica Gust
Cult Member – Jonah Peacock
Filmed and Edited by Francis Dowlatabadi
Costume and Scenic design by Jonah Peacock
Advisor – Laura McLean
“Silent Treatment” by Veronica Gust
A satirical look at the future of Canadian politics.
Directed by Veronica Gust
Clarence – Charlie Caddick
Dexter – Duncan Murch
Sharpe – Stella Jack Rennie
Snart – Veronica Gust
Random Man – John Underhill
Camera Op – Jonah Peacock
Filmed and Edited by Francis Dowlatabadi
Costume and Scenic design by Veronica Gust
Advisor – Laura McLean
“Fly Me to the Moon” by Stella Jack Rennie
Friendship is put to the test in this magical adventure.
Directed by Stella Jack Rennie
Aiden – Veronica Gust
Delilah – Jonah Peacock
Jared – Duncan Murch
Cosmo – John Underhill
Costume and Scenic design by Stella Jack Rennie
Sound design by Stella Jack Rennie
Lighting design by Brad Trenaman
Co-direction by Laura McLean
“Brothers” by Charlie Caddick
Ayden’s life is turned upside down as he is forced to confront a harsh reality.
Directed by Charlie Caddick
Ayden – John Underhill
Malcolm – Jonah Peacock
Police Officer – Stella Jack Rennie
Dad – Veronica Gust
Detective – Duncan Murch
Costume and Scenic design by Charlie Caddick
Sound design by Charlie Caddick
Lighting design by Brad Trenaman
Co-direction by Laura McLean
“Propaganda State of Mind” by John Underhill
East Berlin, November 9th 1989 – The wall comes tumbling down.
Directed by John Underhill
Kurt – Duncan Murch
Franz – Charlie Caddick
Protestor 1 – John Underhill
Protestor 2 – Veronica Gust
Protestor 3 – Stella Jack Rennie
Gerhard – Jonah Peacock
Stasi Agent – Charlie Caddick
Wilhelmina – Veronica Gust
Border Guard – Stella Jack Rennie
Friedrich – John Underhill
Busker – Stella Jack Rennie
Costume and Scenic design by John Underhill
Sound design by John Underhill
Lighting design by Brad Trenaman
Projection design by John Underhill and Zac Labrie
Co-direction by Laura McLean
“Decision Day” by Duncan Murch
Every highschooler has to choose a clique.
Directed by Duncan Murch
Tommy – Charlie Caddick
Caleb – Veronica Gust
Host – Jonah Peacock
Jock King – Veronica Gust
Nerd Commander – Duncan Murch
Drama Queen – Stella Jack Rennie
Goth Lord – John Underhill
Costume and Scenic design by Duncan Murch
Sound design by Duncan Murch
Lighting design by Brad Trenaman
Co-direction by Laura McLean