Directing
I began directing through my teaching practice, specifically shows for my high school students such as Radium Girls by D.W. Gregory. Recently, I had the opportunity to adapt and direct a University mainstage performance entitled A Parting Glass with Lady Gregory. This performance was particularly special to me because I was able to share my love for Ireland with Canadian audiences and bring the work of this remarkable female playwright into the spotlight. Directing is an area of theatre practice I am looking forward to continuing.
Frankenstein
Directed by Rebekka M. Gondosch
I am thrilled to be directing an adaptation of this classic gothic tale with the incredible actors at Saltfleet Secondary School. After many years of limited live theatre in schools, it is ever-more exciting to support young actors as they step out onto the stage, some for the very first time!
Date: January 2023
RENT the Musical
Director: Nupi Gokhale
Assistant Director: Rebekka M. Gondosch
Vocal Director: Jennifer Evans
August 2022
Excited to be part of the creative team for Theatre Ancaster’s new Conservatory Company’s production of RENT the musical. This performance will be the first show at Peller Hall in Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre. Youth who have graduated secondary school and are up to 29 years old can audition for the Conservatory Company shows.
Photo of Mimi (played by Sydney Hoareau) and Roger (played by Shane Bowley)
A Parting Glass with Lady Gregory
Directed and arranged by Rebekka M. Gondosch
Sound design by Jesse Horvath
The Redeemer Theatre Arts Department presents an evening of short plays and poetry by the Irish playwright Lady Augusta Gregory, a founding member of Ireland’s National Theatre. Through audio performances, visual storytelling, and music, this digital performance will bring a piece of Ireland to your hearts and homes.
This performance was originally intended to be a live stage production. Due to COVID-19 it was adapted into a radio play.
A Christmas Carol
adapted by Ed Monk
Directed by Rebekka M. Gondosch
What made this particular show special was the involvement of students in all parts of the creative process. Visual arts students designed the set, one of our Theatre students choreographed the dance at Fezziwig’s party, our music director worked with students on the many musical elements of the show, and students from various disciplines worked as members of the crew.
Radium Girls by D.W. Gregory
Directed by Rebekka M. Gondosch
Directing this show was a remarkable experience. My young actors rose to the challenge of sharing this powerful story and embodied their characters with brilliant commitment and compelling performances. Many of our actors took the stage for the first time in their high school experiences. Performing a feminist text was important to me, especially for my first high school directing experience.