Hello All,

This is such a funny time of year. I keep walking out with my shorts on as if somehow the very act itself will bring the warm weather. I live in hope. As we wait for those lazy patio days to begin Obsidian marks the beginning of spring with The Mussorgsky Project- our third annual staged reading series celebrating the work of our Playwrights Unit.

2:30 p.m.

Factory Theatre Studio

Part of the CrossCurrents Festival 2009

Tickets: PWYC

Featuring new works by Obsidian's 2008/2009 Playwrights Unit:

Toast Group Therapy Aneemah’s Spot

Laurence Anthony Aisha Sasha John Motion

What makes each Obsidian event a success is the presence and constant support of our community. Come and join us for an afternoon of readings, a talkback session and great company. Take the opportunity to indulge in complimentary treats and meet the playwrights at the post- show reception.
For more information about the Mussorgsky project please visit our website at: www.obsidian-theatre.com

Call Out for Playwrights Unit 09/10

This coming season Obsidian will be introducing Playwrights Unit: Tier 2, which will concentrate on the development of full-length main stage plays. Tier 2 begins in the fall and will work according to the needs of the playwrights and their scripts. There will be dramaturgical support, private readings and a public event that will showcase their new works.

How to Apply:

Please send in a resume or current bio, cover letter explaining the project you would like to work on while in the Unit and a 5-10 page excerpt from said project by Friday May 29, 2009 to:

Playwrights Unit- Tier 2

c/o Harmony Cohen
Obsidian Theatre Company
943 Queen St E
Toronto, ON
M4M 1J6

Successful Playwrights will be notified by Monday June 15, 2009.

Notice: Obsidian’s General Auditions

On Tuesday, May 19th & Wednesday, May 20th 2009 we will be having our annual General Auditions. If you are interested in submitting yourself please email photo and resume to:

office@obsidian- theatre.com

cc: obsidiantheatre@bellnet.ca

Obsidian is interested primarily in black artists who have not auditioned for us in the last two years.

That about wraps it up for this month! Looking forward to seeing you all at the Mussorgsky Project,

Philip