Justine Makowecki is the Stage Manager!
Hi Justine, tell us about your role on The Realistic Joneses:
As a stage manager, I call the show and make sure information is communicated to the necessary people. I am responsible for taking notes at rehearsals to keep track of what we have done. I also keep track of time to make sure everything goes smoothly.
What is your background in theatre?
I graduated last year from the Technical Theatre diploma at Vancouver Island University (VIU) in Nanaimo, BC. Until now, I have only stage managed shows as a part of school. This is my first time stage managing in Edmonton and first time at the Walterdale Theatre. While at VIU, I also co-directed Rocky Horror Picture Show in 2019 with a classmate.
What brought you out for The Realistic Joneses?
The director’s brother reached out to my partner, Yuri, and asked if either Yuri or I have stage management experience. Yuri mentioned I had, then the next thing I knew, I was on the team as the stage manager! I wanted to work on the show because I wanted to get involved in the theatre community within Edmonton.
What are you enjoying the most about working on this show so far?
Meeting new people. making connections, and building my skills as a stage manager.
Why do you think people should come see The Realistic Joneses at Walterdale?
Since the pandemic has halted live theatre and it’s now back, I think this is the perfect time for people to support community theatre.
Who’s your favourite Celebrity Jones and why?
Hard to say, but I’ll go with Richard T. Jones. I’ve watched him in Criminal Minds and Grey’s Anatomy.