Ever wonder about this confusing science stuff? I hear ya. In the award-winning show i Think i Can, the class science teacher Miss McColl (hilariously played by Melody Johnson) energizes her students with her passion for physics and discovery and challenges them to win First Prize at this year’s Science Fair. But what the heckContinue reading “Black Holes, Photosynthesis And Electomagnetic Coils – For Dummies”
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Audience Reactions for NAC English Theatre’s i think i can
You’ve already heard me talk my ear off about how terrific my show i Think i Can is, not just in the Toronto run but currently in the Ottawa production also. So in case you were wondering, here’s what regular people had to say right after viewing a performance… i Think i Can OTTAWA: NationalContinue reading “Audience Reactions for NAC English Theatre’s i think i can”
OTTAWA: I Think I Can Open Today Only at NAC
YES! If you know anyone in Ottawa, my musical I Think I Can is running today at the NATIONAL ARTS CENTRE. There are no shows tomorrow or Monday. Who’s supporting me? Who’s supporting tap dance? Who’s supporting awesome Canadian theatre? COMMENT so I know I’m not wasting my time creating good stuff… – Shawn BContinue reading “OTTAWA: I Think I Can Open Today Only at NAC”
Behind The Scenes of I Think I Can – Opening Night
So. If you needed to know, the cast of award winning musical I Think I Can is pretty hot. True story. If you’ve only seen them in costume on stage, let me assure you: each cast member is a certified Maxim or GQ model. Not only do their tap dance feet burn up floors, butContinue reading “Behind The Scenes of I Think I Can – Opening Night”
Cast of I Think I Can: Kyle Brown and Jennifer Stewart
Behind the scenes in Ottawa with I Think I Can cast members Jennifer Stewart and Kyle Brown. Backpack! Tweet us at: http://www.Twitter.com/TapFirm National Arts Centre for info: http://www.nac-cna.ca
The Complete Guide To Finding The Perfect Woman At Recess
Ahh yes. The mystery of Woman. Hear her roar. Us mortal men have asked the same pressing questions for centuries: What does she want? What does she mean? Why is she: [doing this] [saying that] [acting weird] [eating so much] [not eating anything] with me? My futile attempt to search for the answers may humourContinue reading “The Complete Guide To Finding The Perfect Woman At Recess”
Top 7 Inspirational Science Quotes
Top 7 Inspirational Science Quotes From Miriam McColl Nobel Prize Winning Physicist And Science Teacher By Day Miriam McColl discusses physics at Quantum Leap Public School. Here’s a few quotes for aspiring scientists of the world: 7. The Laws of Motion are my favourite notion! 6. Isn’t it amazing what grows in the dark? 5.Continue reading “Top 7 Inspirational Science Quotes”
SNEAK PEEK PART 2: More Behind The Scenes Of I Think I Can
SNEAK PEEK PART 2: More Behind The Scenes Of I Think I Can So you read a bit about the pre-production aspects of putting this show together in Sneak Peek Part 1. This video gives you a quick glimpse into a break during rehearsals- plus an insider’s look at some of the props used inContinue reading “SNEAK PEEK PART 2: More Behind The Scenes Of I Think I Can”
BDX NEWS: New Class Times, More Classes and Pie. Yes, PIE
Shawn here. Hope you had a great Family Day weekend? I just returned from Ottawa. I taught a few free dance workshops for the kids out there at the N.A.C. It’s right on the Rideau Canal, so I got to see families skate with their young ones. Awww. GOOD NEWS! I got something for you:Continue reading “BDX NEWS: New Class Times, More Classes and Pie. Yes, PIE”
Ottawa! FREE Dance Classes on Family Day
As a treat for Ontario Family Day, Monday, February 21, the NAC English Theatre is offering a free event for families. From 12 noon to 4 p.m., you and your children are invited to a special afternoon of hands-on activities, storytelling, arts & crafts, theatre games and exciting dance workshops with Shawn Byfield, co-creator ofContinue reading “Ottawa! FREE Dance Classes on Family Day”