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The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee takes the stage!
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We’re putting the finishing touches on our big November Broadway musical and we can’t wait for you to see it! Get ready to laugh, cheer, and spell your heart out as the Phoenix Theatre proudly presents this much-loved Broadway hit.
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Directed by internationally renowned Jacques Lemay, who last directed the Phoenix Theatre's critically acclaimed The Drowsy Chaperone, hailed as one of the best shows ever presented at the Phoenix. He is joined by music director Stephanie Sartore, fresh from her outstanding work on last season's 100 Years of Broadway, another sold-out success. Together, they are set to deliver yet another unforgettable theatrical experience!
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Jacques Lemay rehearses with the cast of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee.
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Spotlight on Shael O'Brien, Costume Designer, Spelling Bee
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As part of UVic's Theatre degree program, students explore every aspect of theatre, gradually taking on more senior roles in their learning journey. Shael O'Brien, a fourth-year student focusing on design, is now stepping into the role of costume designer for her first mainstage production. Last year, she worked as an Assistant Costume Designer alongside faculty member Carmen Alatorre on The Importance of Being Earnest and completed an apprenticeship with Vancouver's Bard on the Beach for As You Like It. Having long been involved in musicals as a performer, Shael is excited to be now designing costumes for one.
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You might remember Shael from 100 Years of Broadway, where she sang the featured song 'The I Love You Song' from The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. Now, she's come full circle, designing costumes for the actor playing that same character in this production!
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Glimpse into the Design Process:
Before the final costumes hit the stage, designers like Shael collaborate closely with the director to establish a creative vision. After extensive research, the designer creates costume renderings that bring this vision to life. From there, they work alongside our Head of Wardrobe to transform sketches into stunning costumes. Shael recently presented her concepts at the design presentation, and here is a sneak peek of some of the costumes you will see!
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We've just uploaded a new video series called Our People, Learning in Action, where you can dive into the student experience and meet some of the incredible people providing them with hands-on training!
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sxʷiʔe ̕m Indigenous Writers & Storytellers Series
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Friday, Nov 1 | 7pm in room 131 of UVic’s Sngequ House
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Free • refreshments + book sales & signings
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Hosted by Department of Writing professor Gregory Scofield, this second annual sxʷiʔe ̕m Indigenous Writers & Storytellers Series will feature Icelandic and Red River Métis poet Jónina Kirkton (An Honest Woman) plus Cree writer and storyteller Joseph Kakwinokanasum (My Indian Summer) speaking on the theme of “Writing as Healing through Trauma”.
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Explore UVic
Saturday, Nov 30 | 10am-5pm
Free but registration is required
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Is someone you know thinking about attending UVic? If so, don't miss this annual in-person, on-campus event that will let you see what the UVic experience is like through sample lectures, student panels, departmental tours, information fairs and more. Fine Arts will be offering tours of our facilities and you can speak with instructors and students at our faculty info fair. Whether you’re a high school, transfer or mature student, you and your family are welcome!
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More information about UVic School of Music events and tickets available here.
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