BIO
The mandate of Ship's Company Theatre is to be a prime centre for the production and development of Canadian and Atlantic theatre serving a local, regional, and tourist audiences.
The Ship’s Company Theatre seeks to fulfill its mission through:
Developing and presenting theatrical performances of Canadian plan, with an emphasis on Atlantic plays.
The engagement, promotion and professional development of Canadian artists, with priority given to Atlantic artists.
A dedication to innovative theatrical expression, reflecting our unique performance venue, geographic location and cultural heritage.
Participation as a cultural leader and partner in our various communities: The Town of Parrsboro, The Municipality of Cumberland County, The Province of Nova Scotia.
Managing the activities of the company in a fiscally responsible fashion and ensuring the Company’s property is sufficient and in an appropriate condition for all activities.
Inclusivity Statement
We at Ship’s Company Theatre recognize we must continually assess the organization and ourselves and the work that we are doing, especially in regards to accessibility and inclusion. We recognize that we need to continue to grow, to change, and to adapt in order to educate, to create space; to invite people to experience different stories, share their own, and to celebrate all voices. Ship’s is working to create and sustain a safe and welcoming environment for all by providing a stage, and organization as a whole, where diverse ideas and perspectives can grow.
Laura Vingoe-Cram (she/her) – Artistic Director
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Blaze Fraser (they/them) – General Manager
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