Great reviews all around for SuperNova productions

The reviews for SuperNova 2012 are in and they’re great.  There are only a few chances left to see the shows before the festival ends Sunday!  Get your tickets now!  For the entire SuperNova lineup click HERE! Or purchase tickets HERE.

Check out the full reviews by clicking on the quotes!

I, Animal review

“This play showcases MacIvor’s uncanny gift for unearthing universal themes from quirky, specific characters.” – The Coast

This is Cancer review

“Between the song and dance bits there are some very moving moments, making this show both entertaining, thought provoking and surprisingly uplifting.” – The Coast

Spelling 2-5-5 reviews

“…fresh, fast and funny with punchy music and a speed designed to grab the attention of kids used to TV and texting…Spelling 2-5-5, aimed at grades 4 to 8, is also fun and insightful for adults …” – The Chronicle Herald

“…a fast-paced, funny, informative play that’s staged with flare and creativity…While this play is aimed at children in Grades 4 to 8, the writing, acting and staging is so sophisticated and clever that there’s no reason that you need a kid in tow to see it…” – The Coast

“Jennifer Overton hits all the right chords…the play is directed by Pablo Felices Luna with all the boisterous energy of young boys, with every opportunity for humour and fun explored, despite the seemingly serious matter…” – TWISI

The Whimsy State reviews

“…a charming play filled with characters who you’d love to raise a pint with…Whimsy State is a lovely marriage of comedy and history. Highly recommended!” – The Coast

“…it is a fascinating story told in the most delightfully silly of ways…I would recommend (the play) to anyone who wants a night out with lots of laughter …” – TWISI

“…a fast-and-funny ride into an outrageous, but true, piece of Nova Scotia history…a must-see for its marvellous energy, sparkling comic writing and fantastic story.” – The Chronicle Herald

Son of Africville review

“Justin Carter infuses a heartbreaking story of loss, mental illness, drug addiction, poverty and racism with a tremendous amount of charm, humour and uplifting music… for this show the sky is the limit!” -  TWISI

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SuperNova at the Neptune Studio Theatre May 9-20, 2012

The SuperNova Theatre Festival puts our stories on stage from May 9 – 20 in the Neptune Studio Theatre.  Eastern Front’s SuperNova Theatre Festival will showcase 8 diverse shows over 12 fantastic days.  Eastern Front is also proud to announce the creation of SuperNova Next, a program of shows and activities geared towards youth and their families, produced in partnership with Halifax Theatre for Young People. Be sure to click on the SuperNova Theatre Festival link for our full program of productions and events.  Don’t forget to Like our Facebook page for more updates, and you can purchase your SuperNova tickets HERE or by calling 429-7070.

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Eastern Front’s STAY AT HOME Fundraiser

Eastern Front Theatre is pleased to present the STAY AT HOME fundraiser, a non-event that allows patrons to stay at home while supporting local theatre.  By purchasing a ticket, patrons get to sit back at home, enjoy exclusive short videos by local artists, make purchases at an online auction, and help support Atlantic Canadian Theatre.  Tickets for this Saturday, April 28^th Eastern Front Theatre fundraiser are just $25, giving ticketholders an excuse to spend an evening at home while supporting the arts.  For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit our Special Events page.

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Ten-Minute Play Contest returns to SuperNova

Eastern Front Theatre is happy to announce the return of the Ten-Minute Play Contest, marking its tenth year as part of the SuperNova Theatre Festival.  For more information on this playwrighting contest for Nova Scotia high school students in grades 10 to 12, please go to the 10-Minute Play Contest page HERE.

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The Passion of Adele Hugo Nominated for 7 Robert Merritt Awards!

Eastern Front Theatre would like to congratulate all those nominated for 2012 Robert Merritt Awards.  We’d also like to send our congratulations and thanks to all the artists, technicians, volunteers, and audiences who have contributed to the theatrical life of Nova Scotia throughout the past year.  We are especially proud of those who worked on our production of The Passion of Adele Hugo this past November.  The show received a total of seven nominations as a result of their hard work and we are pleased to see that work being recognized.

For more information on the Merritt Awards and a full list of this year’s nominees please visit www.merrittawards.ca/index.asp .  See you at the ceremony on March 26th!

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We’ve moved offices!

On December 15th, 2011, Eastern Front Theatre moved its administrative office from Dartmouth to the old Neptune Theatre School office on Barrington Street.  We are very excited about this move and the increased proximity to Neptune’s Studio Theatre.  We do regret that we may have limited phone access during this time but encourage you to contact us by email at our regular email addresses.  Thanks for your understanding and we look forward to seeing you all in Halifax.

O’Regan’s Automotive Group is Eastern Front Theatre’s 2011-2012 Season Sponsor.  The SuperNova Theatre Festival is sponsored by The Craig Foundation and Office Interiors.  Seaside 105.9 FM is our Media Sponsor.  The Coast is our Print and Online Sponsor. Eastern Front Theatre is generously funded by the Canada Council for the Arts, the Department of Canadian Heritage, the Nova Scotia Department of Communities, Culture, and Heritage and the Halifax Regional Municipality.