GCTC presents the Ottawa premiere of Leo by Rosa Laborde

Youthful passion and Chilean politics collide in this story of innocence disappeared.

Ottawa, ON, November 8, 2006: Leo opens at the Great Canadian Theatre Company on Thursday, November 23, 2006 at 8:00 pm. Preview performances are on Tuesday, November 21 and WEdnesday, November 22.

GCTC is proud to bring Rosa Laborde's acclaimed play Leo to the Ottawa stage. This coming of age story features three childhood friends who grow up amidst the political turmoil of Chile in the 1970s. Set during the election and overthrow of Salvador Allende, the play gives voice to those who 'disappeared' during Pinochet's regime. Caught int he sharp corners of a love triangle, Leo's three characters live the revolutionary spirit of their time. An ode to the innocence of optimism of youth, Leo examines the tension between art and politics. When a military coup turns Chile against itself, innocence disappears. Passion and politics collide in this stunning new play about life and love in dangerous times.

Rosa Laborde is a rising star int he world of Canadian theatre. Raised in Ottawa, this emerging playwright and actor moved to Toronto after graduating from Glebe Collegiate in Ottawa and studying drama at the Oxford School of Drama in England. Leo premiered last season at the Tarragon Theatre and received wide critical acclaim. It was nominated for Outstanding New Play for the Dora Mavor Moore Awards.

This production features a supurb young cast, including Salvatore Antonio, Michelle Monteith, and Jason Cadieux.

The production is directed by former Artistic Director Micheline Chevrier who returns to GCTC after last year's hit comedy Life x 3 (nominated for three Capital Critics awards, including Best Director). Set and Costumes are by Deeter Schurig. Lighting is designed by John (Jock) Munro. Music and Sound is by Cathy Nosaty. Stage Manager is Kim Bujaczek. The Assistant Director is David Ross Whiteley and the Apprentice Stage Manager is Erin Finn.

GCTC's production of Leo has been generously sponsored by our Production Partner TELUS.

Leo previews November 21 and 22, opens Thursday, November 23, and runs until December 10.

Previews/Matinees: $23
Evenings: $33

*Remember, a $2 surcharge is added to the price of every ticket this season, with proceeds going to our Making it Greater Capital Campaign.

Media Call:
Photo and video media are invited to attend our media call, Wednesday, November 15, 2:30pm to 4:00pm. Invididual time slots will be booked during this 90-minute period. Slots fill up quickly. If you would like to attend, please contact Adam Stephens at (613) 236-5192, ext. 229.

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