Alex and I have started a tradition – an annual block party – which is held on the long weekend in July or the one in August. We had a great event this year with over 30 people in attendance. Phantom and Beau were in their glory! Everyone who came to the party had toContinue reading “Neighbourhood Block Party”
Author Archives: Al Zylstra
Protected: Al and Alex’s 2nd annual get together
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2023 Dragon Boat Festival
I cannot believe that the Dragon Boat Festival came and went so quickly! I didn’t get a chance to take a lot of photos or video this year. I was running between two stages, the indigenous pavilion, the Kid’s zone and all the while rushing to make sure that my performers were on stage inContinue reading “2023 Dragon Boat Festival”
Mixed week ….
This past week has been a true roller coaster of stuff. The final performances of the show I am currently working on: Kiss the Moon, Kiss the Sun are happening this week. There are still tickets available for tonight, Friday’s Saturday and Sunday. If you want to see a great show with truly talented actors,Continue reading “Mixed week ….”
Kiss the Moon, Kiss the Sun
This is my latest project as a Stage Manager and I am so proud of this production. What an amazing cast and Crew! Kiss the Moon, Kiss the Sun by Norm Foster is our final show of the season, a tender look at how real people can endure hardships with humour and kindness. A thirty-five-year-old manContinue reading “Kiss the Moon, Kiss the Sun”
Mom and Dad’s anniversary
Today is my parent’s wedding anniversary. They were married on June 8, 1949 It was a grand affair. Family members from both sides put on their finest and celebrated what would be a marriage that lasted 53 years before my dad passed in 2003.
April Blues
Today is April 21 – my father was born on this day in 1920 – Tomorrow – April 22 is the day that my mom passed away. She was born February 12, 1928. There are so many times that I wish I could just call them just one more time to tell them how muchContinue reading “April Blues”
My newest project
I have been working with Vagabond Players Society since just before the pandemic hit and I have to tell you that working with this group has been a real treat. I have been able to learn so much at this theatre from running sound and lighting boards, to learning about producing. It has all beenContinue reading “My newest project”
My last Stage Managing Gig
I just finished my latest Stage Managing gig with Delta Stageworks – What a great time. The show only had four performances but, each one was well attended. The cast was so much fun to work with, the crew was AMAZING. I learned so much from each of them. Hope I get to work withContinue reading “My last Stage Managing Gig”
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