Meet the Cast of STAG AND DOE! Katelyn Arthurs is Bonnie!

Who are you? Katelyn Arthurs

What is your role in the show? I am playing Bonnie in the show!

Have you been involved with Walterdale Theatre before? I’ve been fortunate to be involved with the Walterdale for many years. Mostly as an actor, but there was one time I was convinced to assistant direct.

What do you think is the best season for a wedding? I think all seasons are great for weddings. I love love! Summer has the opportunity for outdoor celebrations, winter has those dramatic photo ops, spring just feels like new beginnings, and fall is just a superior season altogether for many reasons.

Why should audiences come to see Stag and Doe? It’s EXACTLY what we all need right now. A little levity, a few warm fuzzies and a LOT of laughs!

Meet the Team of STAG AND DOE! Rebecca Cave is Stage Manager!

Who are you? Rebecca Cave

What is your role in the show? What does that involve? Stage Manager, which means I’ve got an incredibly colourful version of the script, and it’s my job to make sure that everything that is supposed to be and happen on stage does so at the correct time and in the safest manner possible.

Have you been involved with Walterdale Theatre before? Yes, I’ve been involved in a variety of roles, but most commonly as a Lighting Designer.

What do you think is the best season for a wedding? I’ve always thought that for weather reasons fall is probably best. If you aim for September or early October, you dodge the snow, but it’s not too hot and you get some gorgeous sunlight.

Tell us a funny short story about something going wrong at a wedding. When I was a kid, my aunt had a winter wedding in what had to be the coldest church in town. It was a semi-historical building in the UK, so the only heating it had was these ancient radiators at the back that got turned on after we showed up. The bridesmaid dresses were sleeveless and very pretty, but not at all warm and my poor sister and I ended up taking shelter in my mom’s shawl. The bride of course had the foresight to give herself a faux-fur wrap. The whole affair was lovely and sweet and we were all blue by the end of it. Thankfully the reception hall had central heating.

Why should audiences come to see Stag and Doe? Stag and Doe is a hilarious show about weddings; how they go right, how they go wrong, and what’re the parts that really matter. With the wedding season bearing down upon us, it’s the perfect time for pandemonium and parties, and we’ve got both ready to share.

Meet the Team of STAG AND DOE! Alodie Larochelle is Costume Designer!

Who are you? Alodie Larochelle

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What is your role in the show? I’m the Costume Designer. After making mood boards and sketches to get ideas out, I pull costumes from the costume bank, as well as from our actors’ wardrobes in some cases. I thrift some costumes, and head a team of stitchers to modify costumes to fit, and make a couple of unique pieces from scratch. My role also involves choosing hairstyles, makeup, jewelry, and nails. During the run, I wash costumes every three nights or so. Maybe I’ll meet Walter this time?

Have you been involved with Walterdale Theatre before? I’ve designed costumes for The Penelopiad before!

What do you think is the best season for a wedding? Early fall. The weather is more stable by then, and the natural light is nice and flattering for photos.

Tell us a funny short story about something going wrong at a wedding. My youngest cousin, Matthieu, then a child, didn’t know what a jello shot was at a family wedding, and ate one with a spoon…

Why should audiences come to see Stag and Doe? It’s a show that simultaneously gives a good, hard, critical look at the Wedding Industrial Complex, and still very much believes in love!

Meet the Team of STAG AND DOE! Brooke Emberly is Co-Master Painter!

Who are you? Brooke Emberly

What is your role in the show? What does that involve? Co-Master Painter. I report to and assist the Master Painter directly, helping to lead the team. I am also acting as a Mentor to the Master Painter on this show.

Have you been involved with Walterdale Theatre before? How? Yes, I am the Head of the Paint Department for the Walterdale Theatre, and have been a Master Painter for 16 shows over the past several years, while assisting on many more.

What do you think is the best season for a wedding? Late May/early June, when the weather is warm, but not scorching hot.

Tell us a funny short story about something going wrong at a wedding. At my wedding, we couldn’t hear the music used for walking down the isle from where we were standing, so even though I had it all planned out, we just stood back there for a long while, waiting for the music to begin, and then had to rush in, last second!

Why should audiences come to see Stag and Doe? Not only are you supporting Community theatre in Edmonton, but you get to reap the benefits of so many volunteers that do arts for the sake of loving the arts!