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Meet the Creative Team Behind A Fitting Confusion – Laura Eschak

What is your name?

Laura Eschak

What is your role in this play, or on this production team?

Laura is the Costume Designer for A Fitting Confusion. A Costume Designer works with the Director, to create costumes for the performers. Costumes create the illusion for the performers to become the characters and draws the audience into the story.

This show includes a number of preposterous lies. Tell us two unbelievable truths and a preposterous lie about yourself.  (Or two preposterous truths and a believable lie?)  

  1. Laura has performed with her three daughters in musicals.
  2. Laura has marched in a parade in Edinburgh, Scotland.
  3. Laura has seen the ghost that has visits her home.

Which one was a lie? 

Laura has not seen the ghost, her daughters have seen a young girl and an older woman ghosts in our house.

Why should audiences come see this show?

A Fitting Confusion is a fast paced romp through hidden identities and intentions that will leave you in stitches

Meet the Creative Team Behind A Fitting Confusion – Phil Kreisel

What is your name?

Phil Kreisel

What is your role in this play, or on this production team?

Sound Designer.  My role as sound designer is to create vocal effects that actors will often react to (in real life), as well as create sound and/or music that enhances the mood in the show.

This show includes a number of preposterous lies. Tell us two unbelievable truths and a preposterous lie about yourself.  (Or two preposterous truths and a believable lie?)  

1) I’ve visited Vietnam on 4 different occasions to help the government create and implement a census of their people, including asking people about their methods of birth control. 

2) According to lighting designer Richard Hatfield, I’m older than dirt.

Which one was a lie? 

Pretty obvious.

Why should audiences come see this show?

To get a good non-Christmas laugh as we enter the holiday season.

Meet the Creative Team Behind A Fitting Confusion – Doug Verdin

What is your name?

Doug Verdin

What is your role in this play, or on this production team?

I have 2 off-stage roles, Set Builder and Lighting Operator. The LX Operator makes the lights change at the direction of the Stage Manager

This show includes a number of preposterous lies. Tell us two unbelievable truths and a preposterous lie about yourself.  (Or two preposterous truths and a believable lie?)  

  1. I was born in South America.
  2. I finished in 12th place in the 2005 triathlon, World Masters Games in Edmonton.
  3. I first appeared on stage at Walterdale in Hickory Dickory  Dock, in December 1993

Which one was a lie? 

I didn’t finish 12th, I finished 546th, but I did finish!

Why should audiences come see this show?

Because: We Do it for Love not Money!

Meet the Creative Team Behind A Fitting Confusion – Lauren Gagnon

What is your name?

Lauren Gagnon

What is your role in this play, or on this production team?

I’m the stage manager, which means I try to keep everything involving the stage organized (I keep record of everything we do during rehearsals, call lighting and sound cues during the show, etc.).

This show includes a number of preposterous lies. Tell us two unbelievable truths and a preposterous lie about yourself.  (Or two preposterous truths and a believable lie?)  

1) I have never been to the United States.

2) I have never dyed my hair.

3) I have never been to a professional hockey game.

Which one was a lie? 

#2 – I used to regularly dye my hair shades of red, blue or purple.

Why should audiences come see this show?

It’s a lighthearted and silly story, perfect for cold December nights!

Meet the Cast of A Fitting Confusion – Lauren Tamke

What is your name?

Lauren Tamke

What is your role in this play, or on this production team?

Suzanne, the other woman

This show includes a number of preposterous lies. Tell us two unbelievable truths and a preposterous lie about yourself.  (Or two preposterous truths and a believable lie?)  

To stay on brand with the show:

I have been to Paris, France

I have lived in an apartment number 1B

I once rode an ostrich with black plumes

Which one was a lie? 

I have never lived in apartment “1B”.

You’ll have to ask me in-person about the ostrich if you want more details 😉 But don’t worry, no ostriches were harmed!

Why should audiences come see this show?

This show is fast and silly and full of hilarious physical comedy and laughter!

Meet the Cast of A Fitting Confusion – Wendy Shobe

What is your name?

Wendy Shobe

What is your role in this play, or on this production team?

Mimi LaFlamme – a mystery woman with a past

This show includes a number of preposterous lies. Tell us two unbelievable truths and a preposterous lie about yourself.  (Or two preposterous truths and a believable lie?)  

I’ve travelled to all 7 continents; I believe in ghosts, fairies, Santa Claus, and all the other good things; I can’t stand coffee or anything coffee-related

Which one was a lie? 

I haven’t hit all 7 continents – I’m still missing South America and Antarctica but I will get there one day!

Why should audiences come see this show?

It’s exactly what people need at a stressful time of year – lighthearted with lots of laughs!

Meet the Cast of A Fitting Confusion – Murriel Mapa

What is your name?

Murriel Mapa

What is your role in this play, or on this production team?

Lily, the unsatisfied customer.

This show includes a number of preposterous lies. Tell us two unbelievable truths and a preposterous lie about yourself.  (Or two preposterous truths and a believable lie?)  

1. I have made an entire dress out of yellow pages.

2. I am named after my grandma’s favourite cat.

3. I have gone skydiving 5 times.

Which one was a lie? 

I am not actually named after my grandma’s cat. Sadly.

Why should audiences come see this show?

Because it’s fun and sexy and sexy and fun!

Meet the Cast of A Fitting Confusion – Dan Fessenden

What is your name?

Dan Fessenden

What is your role in this play, or on this production team?

I play Etienne, Dr. Moulineaux’s loyal butler. That dedication might be more self-preservation than anything else.

This show includes a number of preposterous lies. Tell us two unbelievable truths and a preposterous lie about yourself.  (Or two preposterous truths and a believable lie?)  

1. I was hit by a car in Peru.

2. I’ve shaken hands with Queen Elizabeth.

3. Two women once cast a curse upon me.

Which one was a lie? 

#2 was the lie, I’ve never shaken the Queen’s hand.

Why should audiences come see this show?

Audiences should come and see A Fitting Confusion because laughter is the best way to relieve stress. What’s more stressful than December in Edmonton?!

Meet the Cast of A Fitting Confusion – James Ostime

What is your name?

James Ostime

What is your role in this play, or on this production team?

I play Dartagnan, the clueless husband of the lead character’s mistress. If that sounds confusing, it gets even more complicated!

This show includes a number of preposterous lies. Tell us two unbelievable truths and a preposterous lie about yourself.  (Or two preposterous truths and a believable lie?)  

I’ve never driven a car.

My cats are named Pickles and Onions.

This is my first time onstage in more than 10 years.

Which one was a lie? 

My cats are actually named Pickles and Tomatoes.

Why should audiences come see this show?

Farce is an incredible feat of smart writing, good pacing, and solid actors. And it’s truly something to be experienced LIVE and IN PERSON! A FITTING CONFUSION has all of this and more. I can’t wait for you to see it!

Meet the Cast of A Fitting Confusion – Anglia Redding

What is your name?

Anglia Redding

What is your role in this play, or on this production team?

Madame D’ Herblay – she really just wants her dickie taken care of

This show includes a number of preposterous lies. Tell us two unbelievable truths and a preposterous lie about yourself.  (Or two preposterous truths and a believable lie?)  

1) I met Mr. Dressup backstage at a concert

2) I own tow Guinea pigs named Wayne and Shuster

3) I own a large collection of graphic novels

Which one was a lie? 

I wish I owned two Guinea pigs named Wayne and Shuster! How cute would that be?

Why should audiences come see this show?

The frenetic energy and constant humour will have everyone in stitches (not literally)!