News Release
ROOMIES puts disability issues into spotlight at upcoming Atlantic Fringe Festival:
Seeking media to help raise awareness about the issue
Aug 29, 2016
For immediate release
For immediate release
HALIFAX NS — Diversity has become a hot topic in the theatre world as of late – but it’s nothing new to Hubcity Theatre or playwright Paul David Power. This month, the company brings its production of ROOMIES – a play delving into disability issues – to the Atlantic Fringe Festival.
Writer and lead actor Paul David Power lives with a physical disability. He recently participated in a two day summit in Stratford, led by the National Arts Centre, to discuss disability issues, theatre diversity and the need for more of it in Atlantic Canada. He wants to talk to local media about his play ROOMIES and why we all still have a ways to go when it comes to true accessible theatre for everyone.
”We need to expand our idea of diversity on the Atlantic Theatre scene – and the Atlantic Fringe Festival is an important event to do just that,” says Paul. “ Representation of persons with disabilities on our stages and working behind the scenes is important. So is making sure these works all artists are creating are accessible for all audiences – including those living with a physical or mental health issue. That’s why we are involved with the Fringe and we hope we can bring some of these issues – including segregation, accessibility and prejudices to the forefront through performance and discussion. “
ROOMIES focuses on the friendship of 'David' (played by Paul David Power) and ‘Nick' (played by Steve Ryan), two students with opposing personalities forced to share a dorm room during the late 1960s. The plot follows the development of the two young men’s friendship, addressing issues raised by David's disability, Nick's selfish nature and other stresses put on a friendship.
“I’m excited to have Roomies in Halifax after its successful run at The Fundy Fringe," says Atlantic Fringe Artistic Director Lee-Anne Poole. "Fringe Theatre offers a wide range of works and is often an opportunity for stories you might not normally get a change to see thorough more mainstream theatre. Roomies is one of those plays and I can’t wait to see it.”
Hubcity Theatre’s ROOMIES plays at the Atlantic Fringe Festival Sept 8 – 11 at the Company House. Times for each show along with more information can be found at www.hubcityroomiesweebly.com
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MEDIA CONTACTS:
Paul David Power
Hubcity Theatre/ROOMIES
(506) 850-8913
[email protected]
ABOUT HUBCITY THEATRE
Hubcity Theatre is a non-profit professional theatre company located in Moncton, New Brunswick. We are committed to enriching New Brunswick’s cultural landscape through the performance of classic and contemporary theatre while fostering the creation and exploration of original works. For more information visit us online at www.hubcitytheatre.com or follow us on Facebook at facebook/hubcitytheatre
Writer and lead actor Paul David Power lives with a physical disability. He recently participated in a two day summit in Stratford, led by the National Arts Centre, to discuss disability issues, theatre diversity and the need for more of it in Atlantic Canada. He wants to talk to local media about his play ROOMIES and why we all still have a ways to go when it comes to true accessible theatre for everyone.
”We need to expand our idea of diversity on the Atlantic Theatre scene – and the Atlantic Fringe Festival is an important event to do just that,” says Paul. “ Representation of persons with disabilities on our stages and working behind the scenes is important. So is making sure these works all artists are creating are accessible for all audiences – including those living with a physical or mental health issue. That’s why we are involved with the Fringe and we hope we can bring some of these issues – including segregation, accessibility and prejudices to the forefront through performance and discussion. “
ROOMIES focuses on the friendship of 'David' (played by Paul David Power) and ‘Nick' (played by Steve Ryan), two students with opposing personalities forced to share a dorm room during the late 1960s. The plot follows the development of the two young men’s friendship, addressing issues raised by David's disability, Nick's selfish nature and other stresses put on a friendship.
“I’m excited to have Roomies in Halifax after its successful run at The Fundy Fringe," says Atlantic Fringe Artistic Director Lee-Anne Poole. "Fringe Theatre offers a wide range of works and is often an opportunity for stories you might not normally get a change to see thorough more mainstream theatre. Roomies is one of those plays and I can’t wait to see it.”
Hubcity Theatre’s ROOMIES plays at the Atlantic Fringe Festival Sept 8 – 11 at the Company House. Times for each show along with more information can be found at www.hubcityroomiesweebly.com
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MEDIA CONTACTS:
Paul David Power
Hubcity Theatre/ROOMIES
(506) 850-8913
[email protected]
ABOUT HUBCITY THEATRE
Hubcity Theatre is a non-profit professional theatre company located in Moncton, New Brunswick. We are committed to enriching New Brunswick’s cultural landscape through the performance of classic and contemporary theatre while fostering the creation and exploration of original works. For more information visit us online at www.hubcitytheatre.com or follow us on Facebook at facebook/hubcitytheatre
High Res photos for media use (photo attribution: Wes Perry Photography)
Director Cody Bolton (left) provides notes to actors Steve Ryan (centre) and Paul David Power (right)
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Steve Ryan (Nick) and Paul David Power (David) perform a scene from Roomies
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Steve Ryan (Nick) and Paul David Power (David) perform a scene from Roomies
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Steve Ryan (Nick) and Paul David Power (David) perform a scene from Roomies
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