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EPISODES

STAFFORD ARIMA & MICHAEL RUBINOFF - SCALING NEW WORKS

MARCH 16, 2026 - This episode features Stafford Arima and Michael Rubinoff, who share their experiences of taking new works from the ground floor to stages around the world, and how Canadians can continue to push boundaries and develop their stories for global audiences. Hosted by Tracey Flye. 

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RAY HOGG, GREG CARRUTHERS & ALI HAND - UNCONSCIOUS BIAS

MARCH 9, 2026 - This episode features a roundtable discussion that breaks down the definition of unconscious bias, how it can shape our stages, and what we, as creatives, can do to challenge it. 

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THOMAS SWAYNE - DEMYSTIFYING BEING A PRODUCER

MARCH 2, 2026 - This episode features Canadian-born international producer Thomas Swayne, who unpacks the role of the theatre producer and explores the importance of the director-producer relationship. Hosted by Stephanie Graham.

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LAURA PICCININ & STEPHANIE GRAHAM - DEMYSTIFYING SELF-FUNDING

FEBRUARY 23, 2026 - This episode is a snippet from CGDC’s Assistants and Associates Program series with grant writer Laura Piccinin and the vice-chair of CGDC's board of directors, Stephanie Graham. 

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DEANNA CHOI, ROBIN FISHER, JARETH LI & SEAN NIEUWENHUIS - DEMYSTIFYING COLLABORATING WITH DESIGNERS

FEBRUARY 16, 2026 - This episode is a snippet from CGDC’s Assistants and Associates Program series - a round table discussion with Deanna Choi, Robin Fisher, Jareth Li, and Sean Nieuwenhuis.

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CLAIRE SAKAKI - DEMYSTIFYING BEING AN EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

FEBRUARY 9, 2026 - This episode is a snippet from CGDC’s Assistants and Associates Program series with the executive director of Bard On The Beach, Claire Sakaki.

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MARY FRANCIS MOORE - DEMYSTIFYING BEING AN ARTISTIC DIRECTOR

FEBRUARY 2, 2026 - This episode is a snippet from CGDC’s Assistants and Associates Program series with the artistic director of Theatre Aquarius, Mary Francis Moore.

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MARC KIMELMAN - DEMYSTIFYING BEING A CHOREOGRAPHER

JANUARY 26, 2026 - This episode is a snippet from CGDC’s Assistants and Associates Program series with acclaimed international choreographer Marc Kimelman.

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TRACEY FLYE - DEMYSTIFYING BEING A DIRECTOR

JANUARY 19, 2026 - This episode is a snippet from CGDC’s Assistants and Associates Program series with the chair of CGDC's board of directors, Tracey Flye. 

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DAYNA TEKATCH - DEMYSTIFYING BEING A RESIDENT DIRECTOR

JANUARY 12, 2026 - This episode is a snippet from CGDC’s Assistants and Associates Program series with renowned director/ choreographer Dayna Tekatch. 

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DEBBIE PATTERSON - ABLEISM IN THEATRE: AN OPEN CONVERSATION

DECEMBER 11, 2023 - This episode is a snippet from CGDC’s Assistants and Associates Program series with Winnipeg-based playwright, director, and actor Debbie Patterson.

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STEPHANIE GRAHAM - DEVELOPING, PRODUCING, AND PITCHING WORK

DECEMBER 4, 2023 - This episode is a snippet from CGDC’s Assistants and Associates Program series with director, choreographer, and producer Stephanie Graham.

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KATIE GERMAN - MAINTAINING A WORK/LIFE BALANCE

NOVEMBER 27, 2023 - This episode is a snippet from CGDC’s Assistants and Associates Program series with Katie German, a Métis director, performer, educator, and mother. 

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STAFFORD ARIMA - BEING AN ARTISTIC DIRECTOR

NOVEMBER 20, 2023 - This episode is a snippet from CGDC’s Assistants and Associates Program series with Stafford Arima, Artistic Director of Theatre Calgary. 

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JULIE TOMAINO - BEING AN A DIRECTOR/CHOREOGRAPHER

NOVEMBER 6, 2023 - This episode is a snippet from CGDC’s Assistants and Associates Program series with award-winning director, choreographer, and educator Julie Tomaino.

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TRACEY FLYE - BEING AN A DIRECTOR

OCTOBER 30, 2023 - This episode is a snippet from CGDC’s Assistants and Associates Program series with one of Canada's busiest director/choreographers, Tracey Flye.

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STEVE COTA -WHAT IS AN ASSISTANT AND ASSOCIATE?

OCTOBER 23, 2023 - This episode is a snippet from CGDC’s Assistants and Associates Program series with choreographer Steve Cota. 

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