Before I saw Vertigo Theatre’s The Extractionist,I didn’t have any idea what a deprogrammer was. I learned something new. Deprogramming refers to persuading members of a cult to renounce their way of life. In this world premiere by local Calgarian playwright Michaela Jefferey, Asha Ray (Monice Peter) is working a case. She is hired by Grant […]
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Vertigo Theatre’s Murder on the Orient Express is a complex but entertaining production
The Queen of Crime, Agatha Christie, is back on the Vertigo stage, with a classic Murder on the Orient Express. This play centers on detective Hercule Poirot, made famous by Christie in 33 novels, 50 short stories and 2 plays, published between 1920 and 1975. This play is adapted by Ken Ludwig and directed by Jovanni […]
Vertigo Theatre’s Clue is the comedic finale of their season
Vertigo Theatre is closing their season on a high note. Clue is based on the 1949 film which is based on the boardgame. It’s a riot as a theatre production, written by Sandy Rustin. This is a powerhouse cast, mostly all of whom have mastered their comedic abilities, making for a really clever production. Throw […]