Catriona Leger
CATRIONA LEGER
Theatre Professional
I am a passionate theatre professional with over 25 years of experience
Actor, director, movement coach, artistic leader, instructor
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Diversity, equity and inclusion are critical to the long-term viability of arts and culture. Outstanding artists, projects and organizations are ones that reflect and serve their communities. I am committed to collaborating with individuals of any background, culture, race, colour, gender identity, national origin, age, religion, creed, ability, sexual orientation, first language, size, or socio-economic status. Let's work together to tell enriching stories and share meaningful experiences.
ABOUT ME
Theatre is my passion and my life's work. With over 25 years in the industry, I am a motivated professional with a positive state of mind, goal and solution oriented, community-minded, and a people person. A great team player as well as a strong leader. Driven by the belief that a good and meaningful process breeds the best results. Terrific sense of humour. I love to inspire and to be inspired. My work focuses primarily on "small" organizations that make a big impact. Community is everything.
"In the end, life and business are about human connections." - Michael Gary Scott
MY SKILL SET
What I Do Best
ON STAGE
Devising, Coaching
Telling dynamic stories in a variety of genres Specializing in Shakespeare, classics, and physical theatre
Leading companies, teams and events towards providing excellent live experiences for patrons and meaningful opportunities for artists and staff
IN THE CLASSROOM
Teaching
Courses, classes and workshops for all levels including Post Secondary courses, Conservatory programs, Professional Development workshops, Adult recreation, teen, youth and children's camps and classes
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EXPERIENCE HIGHLIGHTS
A Summary of My Achievements
The following is a summary of my current and past work experience. Each role has provided an opportunity to learn, grow, and continue developing both as a person and a professional. Take a look to learn more.
1995-Presesnt
THEATRE ARTIST:
ACTOR
DIRECTOR
MOVEMENT COACH
ACTING COACH
Specializing in outdoor theatre, Shakespeare, and physical theatre styles.
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2008-Present
THEATRE INSTRUCTOR
Teaching experiential skills at various theatre programs at all level including post secondary, professional development, adult recreation, and young people.
1998-Present
ARTISTIC LEADERSHIP AND ARTS ADMINISTRATION
Progressive experience with various administrative roles, ranging from executive leadership to independent collectives.
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Various
MEMBERSHIPS
Canadian Actors Equity Association
ACTRA/UBCP
Playwrights Guild of Canada
Literary Managers and Dramaturgs of the Americas
COMMITTEES (Highlights)
2015- Present: CAEA Directors, Choreographers, Fight and Intimacy Directors - Co-chair
2015-Present: CAEA Safe and Respectful Workplace Task Force (Not In Our Space) - Task Force Member
2015-2019: CAEA Council - Former Regional Councillor (Eastern Ontario & Outaouais)
2022-Present: Various TRU Academic & Faculty Committees - Theatre Department Representative
EDUCATION
Formal Training
MFA - THEATRE DIRECTING
UNIVERSITY OF BRITISH COLUMBIA, VANCOUVER, BC
September 2008-August 2010
Terminal degree in Directing for the Stage. My thesis was a dynamic production of Romeo & Juliet, set in the round over three levels of audience, and staged as an interactive Bouffon Cabaret with live original music and gender bending.
ECOLE PHILIPPE GAULIER
PARIS, FRANCE
September 2006-June 2007
Completed a one year program of intensive study with international Master teacher Philippe Gaulier, specializing in Clown, Bouffon, Le Jeu, Classics, Chorus and Physical Approaches to Theatre
BFA - ACTING
UNIVERSITY OF BRITISH COLUMBIA, VANCOUVER, BC
September 1993-April 1997
Conservatory-style actor training program in Canada's second highest ranking university (Maclean's 2020)
LET’S CONNECT
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