About Christine
I am a theatre artist, and the founder and artistic director of Small Matters Productions, est. 2007. I am a descendent of Polish, Irish and Danish immigrants, and make my home in Amiskwacîwâskahikan, also known as Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.
I know what it's like to have a wacky idea that wants to be born and performed.
I'm your project's midwife.
Need a director for your ensemble show? I've got you.
A dedicated collaborator? That's my jam.
A workshop leader for your class or ensemble? I keep 'em laughing and learning.
Someone who thinks outside the box? That's me!
I can work with you one-on-one, or with your group. In-person, or through the magic of the internet.
Contact me to set up a chat about your project and how I can help you bring your vision to life.
More stuff about me....
I have co-created, performed, produced all of Small Matters’ shows, and I'm the festival director in charge of programming and mentorship for Play the Fool, Edmonton’s festival of clown theatre and physical comedy. I help artists bring their idea from concept to opening night.
My work often blends science and humour. It is born out of play, laughter, and risk. I transform the mundane into the mysterious by making new meaning out of everyday objects. What secret significance is there in a desk bell? A toilet paper roll? A sock? I ask my audiences to look at themselves in a funhouse mirror, and walk with me on the knife-edge between laughter and tears. I ask them to play, to see the impossible as possible, and the familiar with new eyes. Ultimately, I aim to use comedy as catharsis and as a unifying force across demographics and political lines. Because it’s hard to be angry when you’re smiling.
I have a Masters of Fine Arts in Drama from the University of Alberta, and a BSc in Physics. I have trained extensively in a variety of styles of clown, puppetry, site-specific and immersive theatres, experience design, and physical storytelling.
I've taught in the Drama Department at the University of Alberta, Edmonton Digital Arts College, in public schools, and privately.